17:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
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Guidekin's take
Watch the sunset and harbor lights from a catamaran over a taco or barbecue dinner, with the menu depending on the day.
Dinner and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included; arrange your own transport to the dock. 4.77 from 1,337 reviews at €108 per person for 2h.
Best for: Book Sunset Dinner Sail for tacos or barbecue and drinks, with the menu set by day: 2h at €108 per person, rated 4.77 from 1,337 reviews. Sunset Cruises comparison
Trade-off: Arrange your own transport to and from the dock.
In our comparison: #13 of 18 in Sunset Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Editorial check: October 7, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.
Price and inclusions
One price for every traveller: €108 per adult.
Included and not included
All beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
2-hour catamaran cruise
Taco: Tue. / BBQ: Wed., Fri. & Sat!
Souvenir T-Shirts and Dri-Fit Shirts (available for purchase)
Gratuities (suggested)
Guest provides own transportation to and from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 6 October 2026.
Reviews
4.8
1,337 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,259 of 1,337
Star breakdown of all 1,337 ratings
5 stars
1,165 · 87%
4 stars
94 · 7%
3 stars
45 · 3%
2 stars
13 · 1%
1 star
20 · 1%
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Guest is to provide their own transportation to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. Check in with security and make your way to the DOCK and follow signs that say public access to beach. Arrive 30 minutes prior to trip departure time We are cannot accommodate late arrivals. *Reference map in photos.
Departure
17:30 on Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
The VI Cat; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
1
Travel independently via taxi or driving to the Marriott Frenchman's Cove, timing your journey to arrive by 5:00pm where you will check in with The VI Cat's Crew on the DOCK
Guests can park for free in the large, flat gravel parking lot on the right hand side after the security gate. From there, follow signs that say "public access to the beach". The large wooden dock is off of the beach, next to the pool.
20 min
2
Charlotte Amalie
Then, admire 'The Cat', our 54-foot (16-meter), US Coast Guard certified, sleek sailing catamaran that will take you on your 2-hour harbor lights dinner sail.
Once you meet your Captain and Crew, step aboard and find a comfortable spot to relax on deck. Watch as the sails are raised and absorb the views as The Cat sails into the open sea where you will dine on a delicious BBQ dinner prepared by The Cat's own caterer. Be sure to watch as the lights of Charlotte Amalie come to life. Keep an eye out for any cruise ships or yachts that may pass by while sailing around the Harbour of Charlotte Amalie.
1h 30m
3
After dinner, absorb the views and breezes, maybe even enjoy a little dancing while you cruise back to the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, where your 2-hour trip concludes
Don't forget to tip your crew!
10 min
About this tour, from the operator
Be sure to come hungry for The VI Cat's Harbor Lights Dinner Sail! This catamaran's dinner has offerings for all palettes in front of an award-winning backdrop.
Included in price: All beverages; non-alcoholic, cocktails, beer & wine, full dinner menu, see below.
Scratch-made main courses are TACOS on Tuesdays; BBQ Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays!
Ideal for: Everyone and Anyone! Singles, couples, groups, friends, families - people of all ages!
Sample TACO Tues. Bar menu (subject to change): • Salad • Veggies • Hummus & pita • Soft flour tortillas • Corn crispy tacos • Ground beef • Chicken • Rice & beans • Cheese • Chips & mango salsa • Pico de gallo • All taco toppings
*Please CALL 48 hours in advance with any dietary restrictions*
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Be sure to mention any allergies or medical conditions to the Captain
Use Google Maps. Type "The VI Cat" or "Marriott's Frenchman's Cove". 1. Pull into the Marriott Frenchman's Cove (the property with all of the colorful buildings). The Marriott Cove has a large stone/brick entrance. 2. Check in with the security guard at the security booth. He will ask that you park in the large, flat gravel parking lot on the right **after** the security booth. 3. After parking, walk down the hill, in the road, towards the pool and follow signs that say public beach access. 4. Look for the wooden dock located off of the beach. 5. You will check in with The VI Cat crew on the wooden dock approximately 30 minutes prior to departure.
Any guests with medical concerns (including pregnant travelers) are encouraged to address them with their own medical professional prior to attending excursion.
Children
Children MUST be accompanied by an adult • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Accessibility
Service animals allowed
Must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. Check-in with Cat Crew on Dock of Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. We cannot accommodate late-comers.
Vegetarian/Vegan option is available upon specific request to tour operator - call / text 48 hours in advance
The VI Cat's Standard Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund, customers may cancel up to 72 hours before the excursion start date in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period. "No-Shows" will be charged the full price of the excursion. In the event The VI Cat cancels the excursion due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, customers may receive a full refund or rebooking.
Note that the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove is the time-share portion of the Marriott. This location is different than The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef.
All tours are listed in local time - Atlantic Standard Time Zone
The Marriott's Frenchman's Cove is 7-10 minute taxi ride from the WICO cruise ship dock and 20-30 minute taxi ride from the Crown Bay cruise ship dock
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
If guest or vessel's Master determines safety issue, a full refund will be given.
To find dock, please reference map in photos.
MUST arrive 30 minutes prior to trip departure time. We are unable to accommodate late arrivals.
Facial coverings are optional while onboard.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ranked #13 of 18 in Sunset Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €64 to €441, median €108; typical length 2h. 3 of 18 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 18 Sunset Cruises