marmstro Posted July 8, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 8, 2014 We are doing Adventure of the Seas' Southern Caribbean A and B back to back in a few months. I've never snorkeled, but this time I'm going to do it. Can anyone recommend an island (or a specific excursion) that's best for snorkeling? I'm a good swimmer, but others in my party are not. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NemoCrownie Posted July 8, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Which islands? St Lucia, Barbados, Bonaire, Curacao and St Thomas all have fantastic snorkeling opportunities. Research the port of call boards for specific operators and reviews. Most tour guides help the weaker swimmers and stay with them. We love the catamaran and snorkeling excursions in the S Caribbean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marmstro Posted July 8, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted July 8, 2014 We are going to Barbados, St. Lucia, Antigua, St. Maarten, St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Aruba and Curaçao. I've read through so many reviews and have good suggestions, but am wondering what your favorite would be. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 8, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 8, 2014 I would favor Curacao for snorkeling out of all the islands listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyG12 Posted July 8, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 8, 2014 we LOVED snorkling with the Sea Turtles in Barbados ... We used Calabaza ... they only take 12 people out on their catamaran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruising Lions Posted July 8, 2014 #6 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Calabaza is the best catamaran we ever did. Great snorkeling with turtles and plenty of fish. Gina was great Sent using the Cruise Critic forums app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Mrs_Tiki Posted July 8, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 8, 2014 But we typically book with Silver Moon, which is similar to Calabaza. (In fact, we usually are tied up next to Calabaza at the snorkeling sites.) Silver Moon has one cat that takes 12 and another that takes 24. There is a protected marine park at the base of the Pitons in St. Lucia that is spectacular, but it was not included on any of the RCL shore excursions the last time we were there. We got a group together from our Roll Call and organized a private tour to take us to Anse Chastenet beach, from which we were able to wade out to the marine park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseapril Posted July 8, 2014 #8 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Curacao is our favorite place for snorkeling. For beginners, a guide would be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marco Posted July 8, 2014 #9 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Whilst in St Thomas, if you go over to St John to Trunk Bay, the snorkeling there is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachdude Posted July 8, 2014 #10 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Curacao is best the for snorkeling from shore. St. Thomas is my favorite for snorkeling off a boat, but most of the places you listed are pretty good for snorkeling except St. Martin. Burt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marmstro Posted July 8, 2014 Author #11 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Thank you, everyone, for the great suggestions! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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