Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks

Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks

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About This Tour in St Croix

Salt River Bay, St. Croix, was a pirate nest for two and a half centuries, used by Kalinago, Conquistadors, Buccaneers, and Pirates, and appears almost as pristine as when they anchored in the bay, sold their plunder, and partied ashore. Salt River Bay is also an ecological preserve filled with natural tropical beauty, mangroves, sea turtles, large tarpon, palm-covered beaches, and coral reefs.

Why Visit St Croix?

St Croix, US Virgin Islands offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, St Croix provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to St Croix

You can reach St Croix, US Virgin Islands by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Coors Light, Water, and Coke are provided, bring anything else you wish.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travelers need to contact vendor to ask for an available time.
  • Travelers with a service animal need to let vendor know ahead of time.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Park near the boat ramp in Salt River Marina

Pin Salt River Marina. Upon entering, take the left side, and FOLLY is moored by the restaurant space. Look for the black flag!

End Point

Pin Salt River Marina. Upon entering, take the left side, and FOLLY is moored by the restaurant space. Look for the black flag!

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Park near the boat ramp in Salt River Marina 45 minutes

Park near the boat ramp in Salt River Marina. FOLLY docks on the wall beside the restaurant--look for the red sloop with the pirate flag. We sail into the bay and relive the battle between Columbus and the Indigenous peoples and learn how Conquistadors used St. Croix. The crew hears about notorious pirates who once lived along the shores of the bay, including Ponce de Leon, Michiel du Ruyter, Henry Morgan, Michelle de Grammont, and Samuel Bellamy, also stories of other famous visitors like Captain Kidd, Blackbeard, and many more. FOLLY takes you into battle with Pirate Captain Jean Martel's 22-gun JOHN AND MARTHA and 8-gun RENOWN against the 32-gun HMS SCARBOROUGH, sailing over cannons, bones, ballast stones, and, somewhere, 1000 pounds of silver.

Pirate Jean Martel's ship RENOWN wreck site 15 minutes

Pirate Jean Martel's ship RENOWN wreck site.

Site of two Dutch shipwrecks from a failed... 15 minutes

Site of two Dutch shipwrecks from a failed invasion attempt in 1650, sunk by Fort Flammand just inside the cut into the harbor.

Fort Flammand/Fort Salee/Fort de Sales, site of five... 15 minutes

Fort Flammand/Fort Salee/Fort de Sales, site of five battles that changed the course of history on the island of Saint Croix.

Final Resting Place of Martel's Pirate Ship John... 30 minutes

Final Resting Place of Martel's Pirate Ship John and Martha, wrecked in battle with HMS Scarborough Nov. 20, 1716.

Frequently Asked Questions

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