Overview
Big Blue splits the difference between charter company and marine education outfit, and it works. Guides here aren’t just steering the boat — they’re the ones who’ll point out a ray gliding past before anyone else notices, or explain why the cay you just landed on matters ecologically. Options range from a private full-day charter to a shared-boat eco tour, with paddleboards and kayaks in the mix for guests who want to get in the water themselves rather than just look at it.
Quick Facts
Private Charter: Yes
- Shared Charter: Yes
- Half-Day Available: Yes
- Full-Day Available: Yes
- Sunset Cruise: Yes
- Snorkeling: Yes
- Fishing: No
- Island Hopping: Yes
- Food Included: Yes (Private Charters)
- Alcohol Included: Yes (Private Charters)
- Paddleboards: Yes
- Kayaks Available: Yes
- Restroom Onboard: Yes (Selected Vessels)
- Children Welcome: Yes
- Departure Location: Leeward Marina
- Family Friendly: ★★★★★
- Couples Friendly: ★★★★★
- Luxury: ★★★★★
- Adventure: ★★★★★
Why Choose This Experience
For travelers who want their day on the water to actually teach them something, this is the charter that delivers it without turning into a lecture.
Best For
- Families
- Couples
- Nature Lovers
- Adventure Travelers
- Snorkelers
- Photographers
- Small Groups
Experiences Offered
- Private Boat Charters
- Shared Boat Excursions
- Full-Day Charters
- Half-Day Charters
- Reef Snorkeling
- Eco Tours
- Island Hopping
- Paddleboarding
- Kayaking
- Whale Watching (Seasonal)
Good to Know Before You Book
• Both private and shared excursions are available, so be sure to choose the experience that best fits your travel style.
• Eco-adventures are led by knowledgeable marine guides who share information about the islands’ wildlife and ecosystems.
• Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed but are common throughout the year.
• Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, polarized sunglasses, and an underwater camera if you have one.
• Some adventures have minimum age requirements, so check before booking with young children.
Insider Tip
If wildlife is the draw for your group, ask specifically for an eco-focused route. Guides on those trips tend to slow down for turtles, rays, and — depending on season — passing humpback whales.
Why We Love It
The conservation angle is real, not marketing — guides clearly care about the reefs and wildlife they’re showing off, and it shows in how the trips are run.