ST THOMAS SNORKEL FIELD GUIDE
Honeymoon Sand, Caneel Reef: A compact, small‑group snorkel out of St. Thomas
A focused 12:30–3:30 outing from Compass Point Marina (or hotel pickup) that pairs snorkeling at Caneel Reef with beach time and lunch options at Caneel Bay Beach Club.
Honeymoon Sand, Caneel Reef: A compact, small‑group snorkel out of St. Thomas.
BoatTing VI’s Caneel Beach Club Adventure threads a short, sea‑level route through some of St. Thomas’s most photogenic shoreline: snow‑white sand at Honeymoon Beach, gin‑clear water over Caneel Reef, and a pause at the Caneel Bay Beach Club for food and tropical cocktails. The trip runs as a small‑group cruise aboard an Intrepid, with snorkel gear supplied and basic provisions on board.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Honeymoon Beach’s snow‑white sand
The outing includes time on Honeymoon Beach, long praised for its pristine, snow‑white sand and clear water—an easy shallow spot to relax after a snorkel.
Snorkeling Caneel Reef
Expect straightforward snorkeling at Caneel Reef in clear Caribbean water, with snorkel gear provided to explore reef life close to shore.
Caneel Bay Beach Club refreshments
The itinerary includes a stop at Caneel Bay Beach Club where participants can purchase food and tropical cocktails—an easy way to cap a morning in the water.
What the day feels like
What the half‑day feels like
This is a short, social outing paced for easy snorkeling and beach time: board at Compass Point Marina (or join from your hotel), glide to Caneel Reef for surface exploration, then pull into Caneel Bay Beach Club and Honeymoon Beach for lunch and shore time. The group sails on an Intrepid boat with a captain, bottled water and a cooler on board—fuel and snorkel gear are included—so the focus stays on clear water and relaxed shore stops.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this half‑day suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The advertised window is 12:30 to 3:30 (about a 3‑hour outing). Boarding is from Compass Point Marina with hotel pickup available.
Bring your own towel, reef‑friendly sunscreen (no spray sunscreens), and cash for gratuity; snorkel gear is supplied and bottled water is provided on board.
The trip includes a captain, ice and cooler, bottled water, snorkel gear, and fuel covered in the trip price.
Boat capacity is limited: the 32' Intrepid carries up to 8 people; the 40' Intrepid carries up to 12. There is an additional $100 charge after six passengers on the larger boat.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Caneel Beach Club Adventure?
The outing runs from 12:30 to 3:30, roughly a three‑hour trip.
Where do we meet for departure?
Boarding is at Compass Point Marina with the option of hotel pickup.
Is snorkel gear provided?
Yes—snorkel gear is included in the trip price.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included; the itinerary stops at Caneel Bay Beach Club where food and tropical cocktails are available for purchase.
What should I bring?
Bring towels, reef‑friendly (non‑spray) sunscreen, and cash for gratuity; bottled water and a cooler are provided on board.
Are there age restrictions?
The trip is described as All Ages, accommodating a broad range of guests.
Are there limits on group size or extra charges?
Yes—32' Intrepids carry up to 8 people and 40' Intrepids up to 12; there is an additional $100 charge after six passengers on the larger boat.
Is fuel included in the price?
Fuel is included in the price of the trip.