--- title: Private Half-Day Guided Snorkeling Charter in St. Thomas lang: en type: tour city: St Thomas country: Caribbean price: 2307 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 50 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 22 of 48 (Snorkeling Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/private-half-day-guided-snorkeling-charter-in-st-thomas/ --- # Private Half-Day Guided Snorkeling Charter in St. Thomas **Guidekin's take:** Explore reefs on a customizable snorkeling route aboard a boat reserved for a private tour for your party. Snorkel equipment, instruction, snacks and drinks are included; everyone must swim confidently in open water without assistance, and transport is extra. Priced per group, at €2307 per group/vehicle for 4h. In our comparison: #22 of 48 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Avoid the crowds and get ready for fun, sun, and snorkeling on this unforgettable private trip! Perfect for friends and families who want to enjoy VIP treatment and exclusive use of our custom, eco-friendly 42-foot boat. Your personal snorkeling guide will take you to explore reefs teeming with tropical fish, sea turtles, rays, and more. The suggested itinerary includes some of our favorite spots but it is fully customizable to suit your interests. Sit back and relax in paradise with water, soft drinks, snacks, and Captain’s rum punch provided onboard. Please note, all water activity participants should be able to swim. ## Before you book - Meeting point: 30 MIN before activity, - Starts 08:30, 13:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: Snacks, Water & soft drinks - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €2307 per group/vehicle - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 50 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Aqua Marine Dive Center - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 13:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 4.98 from 50 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 50 of 50. - 5 stars: 49 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Pirate Punch (rum punch) for adults 18+ - Snacks - Water & soft drinks - Snorkel Gear - Certified snorkel guide and USCG licensed captain ## Not included - Gratuities - transportation ## Itinerary 1. **Guests check-in, meet the crew, complete required paperwork, get fitted for e...** (15m) - Guests check-in, meet the crew, complete required paperwork, get fitted for equipment, and board their private boat for a day of fun on the water! 2. **Snorkel in Christmas Cove at Greater St** (1h 30m) - James island where guests frequently see Spotted trunkfish, Spanish hogfish, French angelfish, Southern stingrays, turtles and many other varieties of tropical fish and colorful corals in the company of their friendly and knowledgeable guide. Pool noodles and snorkel vests... 3. **It's a short ride to Little St** (1h 30m) - James, an infamous private island and home to protected marine park with beautiful hard and soft corals. Guests frequently see large schools of fish like Bluestriped grunts and Blue tang as well as colorful parrotfish, butterfly fish, Caribbean lobster, and sea turtles. When... 4. **St. Thomas** (pass by, no stop) - This is a sample. The captain and crew will work with you and are flexible ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-06 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point 30 MIN before activity, meet at our boat at Saga Haven Marina. (Google maps, search Aqua Marine Dive CENTER). Park under the bright red steal beams at "tenant parking' go down stairs to the dock to the right. Lost,? Contact us for help. On a cruise or at an island resort? We can book your taxi too. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Age 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult - Minimum drinking age is 18 years - All guests must be able to swim comfortably and capably in an open water environment without assistance. - Contact Aqua Marine for special accommodation questions. ## Compared with other Snorkeling Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #22 of 48** | €2307 per group | 4h | 4.98 (50) | private | | [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 #22 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/private-half-day-guided-snorkeling-charter-in-st-thomas/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/?format=md