Private Full Day, Fun Day Aboard SY Mazu - Luxury Gemini Legacy Catamaran
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Private Full Day, Fun Day Aboard SY Mazu - Luxury Gemini Legacy Catamaran

By Seas the Day Charters and Tours
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An island tradition, Full Day-Fun Day aboard SY Mazu makes lasting memories. SY Mazu is a Gemini Legacy sailing catamaran. SY Mazu will leisurely sail you to destinations of your choice throughout St. Thomas and St. John. SY Mazu is a private charter with a capacity fory for 8 guests. Spend time at the legendary Honeymoon Beach at Caneel Bay where the now world famous Pain Killer flows freely. Or, stop by Pizza Pi where sailors have enjoyed great food, drink and music. SY Mazu, or SY Neptune, is a new Gemini Legacy 35 sailing catamaran with twin Yanmar engines. The bow offers relaxing seating for breezy tanning or turtle watching. Equipped with the latest in audio technology, she has a Sony sound system with Bluetooth to enjoy your favorite tunes. There is plenty of snorkeling equipment on board to enjoy the crystal blue waters. Pickup available from Red Hook or Cruz Bay, St. John with advance notice and agreement.
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 7h
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Live guide: English
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  • Bottled water
  • Soda/Pop
  • An assortment of beer and Seas the Day rum punch
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Entry/Admission - Honeymoon Beach
  • Entry/Admission - Trunk Bay Beach
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Visiting the BVI; visiting the BVI can be booked under Product Codes 111649P24 or 111649P25.


Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    Red Hook, St Thomas 00802, USVI
    SY Mazu is in Red Hook at American Yacht Harbor. Guests meet at the Seas the Day departure lounge across from B Dock. We ask that guests meet at the dock at 8:45am for an 9:00 am departure.
  • Option 2
    Cruz Bay, St John 00830, USVI
    SY Mazu is available for pick up at the National Parks Dock in Cruz Bay. Please call ahead to arrange this pick up.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 111649P7

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 111649P7

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    • Seas the Day Charters and Tours
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    • K4994KYfredk
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great snorkel trip!
      Captain wallens was great! He gave great information about the surrounding areas and Waters. Made the tour very enjoyable.
      Written March 19, 2025
    • brookedW7577PN
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Catamaran Tour in St. Thomas!
      We had the most amazing time on the half-day catamaran cruise around the Virgin Islands of St. Thomas and St. John! From the moment we boarded, Alex and Alicia made us feel welcome and ensured we were comfortable throughout the journey. The catamaran was spacious and clean, offering plenty of spots to relax and enjoy the stunning views. The crystal-clear waters were breathtaking, and we had plenty of opportunities to swim, snorkel, and explore some of the most beautiful beaches. The crew was incredibly knowledgeable about the islands, sharing interesting facts and giving us insider tips about the best spots to visit. The whole experience was relaxed, fun, and well-organized, and I couldn't have asked for a better way for my family and I to experience the beauty of the Virgin Islands. Highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting St. Thomas and St. John with Alex and Alicia!!!
      Written March 18, 2025
    • Sue G
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing day boating in BVIs from St Thomas
      Absolutely amazing day zipping around the BVIs leaving out of St Thomas. Our captain, Bryan of the Aquarius, took care of every detail making for a relaxing and memory filled day. The Baths on Virgin Gorda, snorkeling off Scrub Island, and relaxing on Jost Van Dyke. It doesn’t get better than this!!! Our whole group (6 of us ranging in age from 19 to 55) had a perfect day. Highly recommend this!
      Written March 17, 2025
    • benhQ7584IR
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome USVI charter
      Highlight of our trip! Captain Alex and Orlando were fantastic, great with our younger kids as well. They were able to adjust plans based on weather and our preferences on demand. It was awesome. We will be back.
      Written March 17, 2025
    • N5195HUdonnas
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      DON’T DO IT!
      Family trip. The boat was not the same boat as advertised. It was supposed to be a 36 foot cat with twin engines but ended up being a 31 foot single screw boat. Due to the fact it was a single screw boat the ride was rough and we bounced all the way to Cruz bay. The captain then told us we should taxi to the baths. I am 71 years old and consider myself of moderate mobility (which was stated in the outline). but because of how this boat was set up, it was difficult to get on and off. I ended up missing the baths totally with my kids and grandkids. We went out on the Coqui another day and I had no issues whatever. Then at the end of the day, my husband tipped our captain $200 and he asked one of my sons if everyone was tipping separate. Not the experience we expected. Contacted the company and they could have cared less. Do Not Use This Company. Rent the Coqui and ask for Ivan as your captain. Best day ever
      Written March 17, 2025
    • X1539FCcamilles
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      Book the trip!
      Captain Alex and First mate/ resident mermaid, Alicia were super attentive, kind, fun, and stellar at all things sailing. They gave our group of 9 ranging in ages from 11- 43, options to choose from and tailored our experience based on our wish list. Pizza pi was a super fun and unique experience. Snorkeling was fantastic. Eagle rays, sting rays, turtles, galaxy of star fish… so many beautiful fish. They gave us some really useful snorkeling tips along the way. They were also super knowledgeable on the area and answered all our questions and supplied us with lots of fun trivia on the area. From the minute we pulled up to their store front and got checked in we felt welcome and taken care of. The entire crew on land and sea are fantastic. If you are on the fence on if this kind of experience is worth it, don’t be. Book the trip, you will NOT be disappointed. The boat was clean, well kept and had all the important safety needs along with drink options, snorkel gear, and options for shade/sun depending on your desire. We all left with so many memories and such gratitude for Seas the Day. Thank you for sharing your passion and expertise with us! We would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
      Written March 13, 2025
    • 128bonnieb
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Enjoyable Snorkeling Tour of St. John
      We were one of four vacationing couples and four locals that took a trip to Maho Bay and special bonus stop at Carval Rock and Congo Cay. Large green turtles the size of trashcan lids with remora fish attached were easily found snorkeling and appearing at the surface, as well. The snorkeling equipment was clean and Capt. Wallens applied baby shampoo to the lens of the googles for us to prevent fogging up which worked great. The captain told us about the emptying of the cannons at Carval Rock, they weren’t allowed to enter port otherwise. More snorkeling at Congo Cay and then back to Red Hook marina. We throughly enjoyed our 4 hour excursion with Seas The Day Charters and tours.
      Written March 12, 2025
    • ajstrode7
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Book this trip!
      Overview - Full day private sail with Seas The Day for the win! This was 100% the highlight of our trip. Adults and kids making core memories! Crew - Capt Alex and First Mate Alicia were amazing. Kind, knowledgeable, attentive, and accommodating in every way. Took us to some great stops! Snorkeling - We followed captain’s advice and saw spotted eagle rays dancing, stingrays, green turtles, hawksbill turtle, a galaxy of starfish, tons of fish, a huge nurse shark, tons of fish, and lots of beautiful coral. Food & Drink - Had Pizza Pi for lunch, which was phenomenal. Alicia kept the drinks coming all day. Rum punch was tasty! Logistics - We were a group of 9 with 4 kids ages 11-14. Had plenty of room on the boat. Seas were nice, and we spent the entire time at the bow of the boat on the nets and deck. Booking online was a breeze. Signed waivers online. Comms via email were prompt and informative. Had a taxi drop us off right the office. Met the captain and were out of the office in 10 min. Conclusion - Find a way to book this trip and make some memories.
      Written March 12, 2025
    • D3718NSlesliem
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      Best Snorkel Charter Day Ever!!!
      My husband and I and another couple booked this snorkel charter trip in early March '25. Due to some maintenance scheduled on Poseidon, we went out on another boat (the Aquarius) and had a most excellent time. Captain Bryan was fabulous! He took us to 4 awesome snorkeling locations, had a great music playlist, and was informative and fun! Would book again in a heartbeat!
      Written March 10, 2025
    • carey_burke1
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great snorkeling adventure!
      We had a fabulous time! Captain was great. Went to two spots to snorkel. Saw turtles and loads of fish on a reef. Super cool!
      Written March 6, 2025
    • bhdv
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Seas the day today!
      Amazing day with alex and alicia. Super fun, friendly and wonderful hosts. Highly recommend for a day on the water without the crowds
      Written March 5, 2025
    • Stuart V
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great day on the water.
      Captain Hillary is courteous and a great host. We snooped in two great locations. Stopped at Lovango for lunch which was great. The Island Flyer was a great choice.
      Written February 22, 2025
    • E-A-G1954
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun and relaxing day!
      We had a wonderful time. Our family came together to celebrate my son's 40th birthday. The sail was great, the captain and crew were excellent. Our entire group had a blast. We'll definitely be back!!
      Written February 21, 2025
    • ErinCh4
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      Captain Chris rocks!
      Captain Chris was fantastic! He helps us find the very best locations, give us a ton of information about the island, and was just a blast!!!!!
      Written February 20, 2025
    • davemQ8208NO
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      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Be care full of taxi rides
      It is a very nice island with several great attractions. We stayed at Emerald Bay Resort very close to the airport for a couple of days before going to our villa on another island. Great location. People at the restaurants and bar are really nice. Limited menu but the food is really good. What to watch out for...taxi rip offs. We took several taxi rides and we asked every time how much to set our expectations. At the end of every ride they charged us more than quoted. When we questioned it, the price went up. Ask how much before you get into a taxi and pay them upfront to avoid their crafty scams.
      Written February 19, 2025
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    Melissa G
    12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2025 • Couples
    Captain Dave was beyond amazing! He was very responsive as we were arriving by our cruise ship, but he took us places he thought we'd enjoy and was so much fun to talk to. We never felt rushed at any or our stops and truly wanted us to have an unbelievable experience...which we did. I've reserved private boats in other locations, but our friends never had and now will never do another one of those crowded excursions again! We went to an amazing little resort for lunch and then snorkeled there and then at a different location.

    The boat, however, could use a lot of updating. It was fine for what we needed/wanted, but it was old and a little rusty in places.

    Overall we had a wonderful day and would highly recommend Seas the Day for a day out.
    Written January 19, 2025
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    We are glad you enjoyed your day with us and Captain Dave! We hope to SEA you again and I'll ask our team to look at the rust spots.
    Written January 20, 2025
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    Dawn J
    18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023
    Our family booked the S/Y Mazu 35' catamaran for our group of 8. We were traveling with the two of us adults and 6 kids ages 8 to 18. We have done the shorter 3 hour group catamaran trips before but wanted something that felt less rushed and more personalized.

    We seriously won the vacation lottery booking with Seas the Day charters and getting Heather and Joseph as our captain and first mate. Two of the nicest people and incredible hosts for the day. These two made a great trip into an exceptional one.

    We went to Maho Bay to snorkel and see the turtles. We stayed and had lunch on the island at a food truck, We then went to Lovongo to snorkel again with some of the prettiest coral reefs.

    The kids enjoyed the beanbag chairs and riding in the front. They took some breaks from the sun in the cabin below. We brought a small cooler with snacks because kids get hangry and that can make the trip less fun for everyone. They had plenty of pop, water, beer and rum punch to far exceed our needs.

    If you are looking for a more enjoyable way to spend a day on the water in the USVI, we can strongly recommend Seas the Day charters.
    Written April 2, 2023
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    Wow! Thank you for sharing your day with us and we are so happy it was exceptional! Please join us again anytime for more adventures!
    Written April 3, 2023
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    Cary F
    Jessieville, AR44 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well I have mixed emotions..We were surpose to be on Mazo but ended up on another not sure what happen but they said they were the same .it was really windy an sprinkled a few times but never stopped Alicia from Talken tellen us stories telling jokes she was so great .What a Ray of sunshine she was ..the captain recommended Lavago which was awesome in the water around like an aquarium its beautiful ..But man it was crazy expensive so if you have a choice that wouldn't be mine .. But on The plus side man Alicia was good at seeing the turtles we saw over 5 a sting ray a huge star fish at Maho Beach we had been there the day before but really wanted to see the turtles.And the teens w us loved it they were in awwww.. Honestly the captain didn't ask what we wanted to do he just did what he wanted ..not that we cared he said we were on a slow boat so I guess we didn't have a huge choice ..Just gona say if it weren't for her.Prob would have been a drag..BTW. we rent these everytime we travel any Caribbean so not like we don't knw what it's surpose to b lik .....Thank you Alicia for being our ray of sunshine...
    Written March 26, 2022
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    We are glad you enjoyed your day on the water with our Crew. Alicia is full of joy and knowledge of her sea critters and we are thrilled you experienced so much of our wild life! You are correct, SY MAZU and SY NEPTUNE are identical boats, we called the twin sisters; exact in every way. We hope you'll join us again for another fun day!
    Written March 27, 2022
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    DayTrip200438
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2025 • Family
    J.W. and Selena were our captain and first mate. They were tremendous. Boat was beautiful and they made us feel like royalty. We had a bit of an issue getting going in the morning with some issue with the original boat but they took full-responsibility and more than made up for it by upgrading us to an even better boat for the day. This was truly a memory that me and my family will never forget! This was a top-notch excursion and worth every penny.
    Written February 17, 2025
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    Thank you for the kind words and flexibility! We are glad you got the upgrade and enjoyed your day with us; we hope to SEA you again soon!
    Written February 20, 2025
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Jared S
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2021 • Family
    Families, you will absolutely love this boat! Our family of 6 had Captain Maddy and First Mate Alissa. They used their experience to give us a perfect day, complete with two totally different snorkeling experiences and a memorable beach stop. They were great with our children, aged 4-17. I honestly couldn't think of anything that would have made this trip better. I booked and was nervous as to whether it would be worth it as we had never done anything like it before. It blew us away. I feel we got a bargain for the day we had. The crew served us hand and foot and ensured our day was amazing. I will 100% recommend this experience to all friends and family who come to the USVI!
    Written July 28, 2021
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    Thank you so much for letting us help make YOUR BEST DAY possible. We are so excited that you choose us for this first time amazing experience!
    Written November 22, 2021
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    Courtney F
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2025 • Family
    We had a fantastic experience on our Seas the Day Charter today! Our family of four loved the entire day and I highly recommend this charter when visiting St. Thomas. We visited two different snorkeling sights and Water Island. It sprinkled a little and we had some overcast patches but that didn't hamper the fun. Our Captain and Co-Captain could not have been nicer, My two teenagers (13 and 16) had the BEST time!!
    Written January 2, 2025
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    We are happy to hear you (and the teens!) had the BEST time! We hope you will join us again!
    Written January 3, 2025
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    Rossi C
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2023 • Family
    Our family of 5 loved our day on the water. We tried to book our day based on the wind forecast, but the ever- changing weather meant we had some wind and rain in the morning. Despite that, Captains Maddy and Amanda made sure we had a great day. They tucked us in at Scott beach, which had amazing sand. Maddy let us know there's a small turtle that lives there, and it made an appearance, to my delight. We went into Cruz Bay for a decent lunch on the beach. Afterwards, we went to Christmas Cove, where my son snorkled and we saw another sea turtle. We floated for a good hour just taking it all in. My teenage daughters and I appreciated having a female Captain and Mate, and we knew we were in good hands. Maddy and Amanda also had great recommendations for restaurants, activities, taking the ferry, and just about anything else a first- time visitor could wonder. The boat itself was well- maintained and I appreciated the Catamaran for its stability in the wind and waves, and the cabin to keep things dry, change clothes, use the head or just get out of the sun.
    Written February 22, 2023
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    Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your day with Captain Maddy and Amanda. Come SEA us again!
    Written February 27, 2023
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    Juan M
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2021 • Family
    We had great experience sailing a full day around St. John’s and St Thomas with Capt Rachel and mate Caroline. I highly recommend this boat and crew for anyone trying to get a private Catamaran in the USVI. This will be the best day on your vacation hands down!
    Written June 29, 2021
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    We strive only for making sure our guests have their BEST Day on vacation with us on the water! We are so proud of our amazing crew for making this happen! We hope to Sea you again soon ;-)
    Written November 30, 2021
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    Kristina C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    Our day on SY Mazu with Captain Alex and Christi was a memorable one. It was hands down the best day of our trip. They were fun, energetic and very knowledgable about the best snorkeling spots. My only request was to see turtles and they delivered! They also planned out the rest of our day at sea, and it was fantastic. Lunch at Secret Harbour was also delicious! Rum Punch, Beer, Water and sodas were on board and Christi keep the rum punch coming! Highly recommend this charter! My boyfriend and I will definitely be booking this excursion again when we come back to St. John
    Written August 20, 2022
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    Thank you for trusting us to show you the best day of your vacation! Captain Alex and Christi loved spending the day with you all. We can't wait to SEA you again!
    Written August 24, 2022
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    Suzanne H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2024 • Family
    We had an amazing day with Captain Dave! Our kids range from 5 to 13 so it can be challenging finding an activity for all. Our day on the Mazu was magical for kids and parents! We went to several different spots, saw amazing fish and coral, and at Christmas Cove we saw and swam with turtles!! Dave was great — he really knows the history of the area and he was excellent with our kids. The views were amazing, the rum punch outstanding, and the memories life long. I highly recommend Seas the Day and Dave!!
    Written March 29, 2024
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