Spend a sun-drenched half-day sailing from The Westin to Lovango Cay for guided snorkeling, lunch at Lovango Resort & Beach Club, and a leisurely downwind sail home. Ideal for travelers seeking easy-access reefs, on-board gear, and a waterfront meal.
Spend a sun-drenched half-day sailing from The Westin to Lovango Cay for guided snorkeling, lunch at Lovango Resort & Beach Club, and a leisurely downwind sail home. Ideal for travelers seeking easy-access reefs, on-board gear, and a waterfront meal.
The catamaran slips off the dock and the harbor widens: salt air lifts like a curtain and the Westin’s silhouette recedes as you point toward Lovango Cay. Sunlight fractures on the water; the crew briefs a short safety routine and hands out snorkeling gear before the boat eases onto a downwind run toward shallow reefs.
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Operated by Cruz Bay Watersports · Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands
The catamaran slips off the dock and the harbor widens: salt air lifts like a curtain and the Westin’s silhouette recedes as you point toward Lovango Cay. Sunlight fractures on the water; the crew briefs a short safety routine and hands out snorkeling gear before the boat eases onto a downwind run toward shallow reefs.
Lovango Cay sits between St. John and St. Thomas, a small limestone-and-coral outcrop that has seen centuries of Caribbean trade and private ownership. Geologically the cay is reef-backed limestone with fringing coral heads that host parrotfish, angelfish and the occasional hawksbill. Culturally the stop has evolved into a low-key resort and beach club, a waterfront pause where local rum punches and casual shore lunches mingle with island rhythms.
After an anchored snorkel over seagrass and broken coral, guests come ashore at Lovango Resort & Beach Club for lunch, breezy retail stalls and an outdoor bar. The itinerary typically ends with a relaxed downwind sail back to The Westin, the kind of passage that lets salt, sun and a cooling spray reset the day.
Practical guidance: trips run about five hours, include snorkeling equipment and a full open bar after snorkeling (bring valid ID). Expect shallow reefs and patchy coral—don’t touch or stand on reef; wear reef-safe sunscreen and water shoes for landing. If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventative meds; morning departures are calmer. This trip suits anyone comfortable in the ocean and looking for an accessible, adventure-forward half-day on the water.
Yes—use of snorkeling equipment is included, though many guests bring their own masks for a preferred fit.
The tour notes it is suitable for all fitness levels; children and non-swimmers can participate but should remain within designated shallow areas and may require a life jacket.
The trip includes lunch ashore at Lovango Resort & Beach Club and a full open bar after snorkeling—valid ID required for alcoholic beverages.
The operator may cancel for bad weather; full refunds are typically available if canceled at least 24 hours before departure under the stated policy.
Cruz Bay Watersports operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The catamaran slips off the dock and the harbor widens: salt air lifts like a curtain and the Westin’s silhouette recedes as you point toward Lovango Cay. Sunlight fractures on the water; the crew briefs a short safety routine and hands out snorkeling gear before the boat eases onto a downwind run toward shallow reefs.
The catamaran slips off the dock and the harbor widens: salt air lifts like a curtain and the Westin’s silhouette recedes as you point toward Lovango Cay. Sunlight fractures on the water; the crew briefs a short safety routine and hands out snorkeling gear before the boat eases onto a downwind run toward shallow reefs.
Lovango Cay sits between St. John and St. Thomas, a small limestone-and-coral outcrop that has seen centuries of Caribbean trade and private ownership. Geologically the cay is reef-backed limestone with fringing coral heads that host parrotfish, angelfish and the occasional hawksbill. Culturally the stop has evolved into a low-key resort and beach club, a waterfront pause where local rum punches and casual shore lunches mingle with island rhythms.
After an anchored snorkel over seagrass and broken coral, guests come ashore at Lovango Resort & Beach Club for lunch, breezy retail stalls and an outdoor bar. The itinerary typically ends with a relaxed downwind sail back to The Westin, the kind of passage that lets salt, sun and a cooling spray reset the day.
Practical guidance: trips run about five hours, include snorkeling equipment and a full open bar after snorkeling (bring valid ID). Expect shallow reefs and patchy coral—don’t touch or stand on reef; wear reef-safe sunscreen and water shoes for landing. If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventative meds; morning departures are calmer. This trip suits anyone comfortable in the ocean and looking for an accessible, adventure-forward half-day on the water.