Buck Island sail from the Westin

Cruz Bay Watersports sails from the Westin at Frenchman's Reef to Buck Island, adds a shipwreck snorkel when conditions allow, then stops at a Water Island beach. It suits guests staying at the Westin who want a long day on the water without a taxi.

About this experience

The longest of the Buck Island trips. The boat leaves the Westin's dock, sails to Buck Island for a turtle snorkel and, if the sea allows, a shipwreck nearby. It then continues to Water Island for beach time and lunch, which you buy yourself, and the open bar runs on the sail back.

With only 12 reviews and a 4.2 rating, this listing has the thinnest track record of the nine. Most reviews are five stars; the low ones mention a cancellation by email two hours before departure and a snorkel with only one turtle. Read it as a convenient option for Westin guests rather than the pick of the bunch.

Outside guests can park at the hotel for $10. Bring your own towel: the operator asks guests to save the island's fresh water.

Buck Island turtle snorkel
Shipwreck snorkel when conditions allow
Water Island beach time
Open bar and freshwater shower
Leaves from the Westin's own dock

How the day runs

15 min beforeCheck in at the Westin
Follow signs from the lobby to the Dockside Watersports Center. Self-parkers: allow 20 more minutes.
First stopSail to Buck Island
Snorkel for turtles; the crew adds the wreck if the sea is calm.
Second stopWater Island
Beach time; lunch is not included.
Return sailOpen bar
Drinks on the way back to Frenchman's Reef.
About 5 hBack at the Westin
The trip ends at the dock.

A snorkeler diving among a school of yellowtail snapper

A snorkeler diving down in clear blue water

What's included

Included

Alcoholic drinks
All fees and taxes
Snorkel gear
Freshwater shower

Not included

Gratuity
Lunch
Parking for outside guests ($10 per vehicle, paid at the front desk)
Towels

Who it suits

Book it if

You are staying at the Westin
You want a longer day with a beach stop
You like the idea of a wreck snorkel

Skip it if

You want a proven listing: only 12 reviews
You are on a tight cruise schedule: five hours is long
You want lunch included

What guests say

★★★★★
Very fun experience- the crew and the sail were amazing. We did get to see turtles snorkeling and a bunch of fish. Kids loved the slides on the boat and jumping in to the ocean from the boat. Lunch and the beach time were amazing!
Melissa M. · Dec 2025

Tips before you book

Bring a towel from your hotel.
Bring money for lunch on Water Island.
Check your email the morning of the trip: one reviewer was cancelled two hours before.
Ask at check-in whether the wreck stop is on for the day.

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Frequently asked questions

Where does the Buck Island sail from the Westin leave?

From the Dockside Watersports Center at The Westin Beach Resort at Frenchman's Reef. Check in 15 minutes before.

Is lunch included?

No. You find lunch on Water Island; drinks, fees and gear are included.

Is parking available?

Yes, for $10 per vehicle, paid at the hotel front desk.

Is the Westin the same as Marriott's Frenchman's Cove?

No. The VI Cat leaves from Marriott's Frenchman's Cove, a separate resort. Tell your driver which one.

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Buck Island, a wreck when calm and Water Island beach time from the Westin.

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