--- title: Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles lang: en type: tour city: St Thomas country: Caribbean price: 135 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.85 reviews: 306 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 29 of 48 (Snorkeling Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-07 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/half-day-sail-and-snorkel-with-the-turtles/ --- # Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles **Guidekin's take:** Sail on a restored ketch to a refuge where Green Sea Turtles live, then snorkel the reef. Snorkel gear, drinks, light snacks and a fresh water rinse are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.85 from 306 reviews at €135 per person for 3h 30m. In our comparison: #29 of 48 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Snorkel and Sail with the USCG Licensed Crew aboard the Sailing Yacht "FURY", a beautifully restored Morgan 46' Ketch. We actually "SAIL" out to the refuge and encounter the Green Sea Turtles in their natural Habitat. The reef is home to many species of tropical fish, octopus, stingrays and an assortment of corals. The experienced crew will guide and entertain you while keeping you safe in and out of the water. The Captain and crew will point out significant historical sites as the Yacht exits the Harbor, the sails will be raised and the guests will experience Real Sailing out to Buck Island. (about 40 min.). Upon arrival, guests will be outfitted with all the gear needed to enjoy this experience. Fury also provides Flotation devices to those individuals who are less comfortable in the water. Rum drinks, beer, soda, bottled water, snacks and FUEL are all included with this trip. This tour is available for Private groups of 25 or less, as well as individuals and small groups. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We meet at Yacht Haven Grande Marina in… - Starts 08:30, 12:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €135 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.85/5 from 306 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Fury Sailing And Snorkel Charters - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 12:30 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 4.85 from 306 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 295 of 306. - 5 stars: 282 (92%) - 4 stars: 13 (4%) - 3 stars: 4 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (1%) - 1 star: 5 (2%) ## What's included - Local guide - Use of Snorkelling equipment - All Fees and Taxes - Fresh Water Rinse - Rum Drinks and Beer and Soda, bottled water and light snacks ## Not included - Gratuities ( 20% Industry Standard) ## Itinerary 1. **St. Thomas** (3h 30m) - FURY and her US Coast Guard Licensed Crew Sails out of the Historic Charlotte Amalie Harbor, passing by the ruins of an old fort and customs house and into the beautiful blue waters of the Caribbean. We continue to sail to the National Marine Wildlife Sanctuary at Buck Island... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 12:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-06 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We meet at Yacht Haven Grande Marina in front of the R BAR located at the Base of the WICK Cruiseship dock at least 15 minutes prior to your departure time. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - FURY does not have an age limit or a child's rate. - Please provide Cruise Ship Name if applicable - Please apply sunscreen before departure times. No oils or spray-on please. - Bring all Medications with you. ie inhalers, nitro pills, etc - Must be able to climb a 7 foot vertical ladder without assistance to get in and out of the water. Otherwise guest must stay on the vessel during the snorkeling portion of our trip. - Restrooms are provided on board. - A maximum of 25 people per booking 15+10 ## Compared with other Snorkeling Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #29 of 48** | €135 | 3h 30m | 4.85 (306) | shared | | [Snorkeling Adventure in St Thomas](/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/snorkeling-adventure-in-st-thomas/?format=md) | €117 | 3h 30m | 5.0 (282) | shared | | [Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John](/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/afternoon-snorkel-pizza-sunset-tour-departing-from-st-thomas-st-john/?format=md) | €109 | 5h 30m | 4.93 (1873) | shared | | [6-Hour Turtles, Pizza Pi & Sunset Sail](/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/6-hour-turtles-pizza-pi-sunset-sail/?format=md) | €318 | 6h | 4.95 (444) | shared | Ranked #29 of 48 in Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €59 to €454, median €118; typical length 4h. 10 of 48 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/snorkeling-tours-st-thomas/?format=md ## More in St Thomas - All St Thomas tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/half-day-sail-and-snorkel-with-the-turtles/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/?format=md