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Island Girl Charters

| Yacht Haven, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
1 (340) 344-4282
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Carmel, Indiana
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Thanks, Capt. Mike, for the BEST, most memorable experience we had in St. Thomas! We booked the half-day snorkel trip to Buck Island and were THRILLED with it! Not only was the snorkeling some of the best we've ever enjoyed, the limited group size -- only four passengers aboard that day -- made us feel particularly special. If you're considering... More

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Mansfield, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2012

We had the wonderful opportunity of sail with Capt. Mike and Ariel for our private snorkeling experience. With only 4 people on board, Mike was able to pamper us with snacks and drinks when we had finished our swim. Ariel joined us in the was and was fantastic, answering our questions and guiding us to the best places to see... More

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Anoka, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 July 2012

St. Thomas was our 1st stop on our week long cruise in October. We chose a 1/2 day sail with Captain Mike on the Island Girl, and we couldnt have chosen better! My husband and I ended up having a private sail, and we felt pampered. Capt. Mike was very generous with his drink and snack offerings. Loved his rum... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 June 2012

We were a family of 4 on a cruise ship looking for a private sailing and snorkeling excursion (in March). The weather was fantastic and we were met on time at the dock with a dingy to take us to the sail boat. We did a 1/2 day excursion and as it turned out it was just the 4 of... More

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Urbandale, Iowa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

My wife, daughter and I went sailing with Capt Mike mid-March this year. The booking process was easy and Mike was more than willing to answer all of our questions prior to our trip. The day that we went, the seas were a little rough and it rained on our trip out to Buck Island. Mike provided us with rain... More

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Clearwater, Florida, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

The sailboat was a bit old and outdated, but everything worked and went well. The ride to Buck Island was really rough, the swells were huge and the sailboat was leaning heavily to one side. The Capt. said this was "average", meaning sometimes it's calmer and sometimes it's rougher. I have a bad back so this was tough for me,... More

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Richmond, VA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

I did this trip in a group of 6 total. It was a nice intimate group of friendly folks and we all got along. Mike picked us up RIGHT on time from the dock with his zodiac and off we went on a scenic little zippy trip to the Island Girl. The ship boat isn't a fancy shmancy huge, crazy... More

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Seal Beach
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We had a great trip with Mike. The weather was not perfect but the ride was smooth the Island Girl is the perfect size for smooth ride and a private trip. Mike took us to Turtle Cove on Buck Island and provides great Reef information and fish identification tips. We spent a good hour and a half in the water... More

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Dacula, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

What a great trip we had with Capt Mike on the Island Girl! It was a beautiful day and it was windy, but it made for a fun ride to Buck Island and Turtle Cove. There were only 4 of us on the sailboat, which really makes it much more enjoyable. We saw sea turtles and lots of fish and... More

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Carlisle, PA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Island Girl did not meet our expectations. We read reviews on here and elsewhere and read their website carefully before booking. Booking was fairly easy, and the e-mails were friendly enough. But the follow-through wasn't there. First, the boat is looking awfully run-down and not well kept, with things tossed around in the cabin area. It wasn't inviting or encouraging.... More

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Michael S, Owner at Island Girl Charters, responded to this review
23 February 2012

First let me say that I am the Owner/Captain of Island Girl and I enjoy doing the sailing/snorkeling tours and this is why I continue to do so. I am responding to the unfavorable review dated February 7, 2012 by Dominic D. He states the boat is run down; Island Girl was fully repainted within the past year. He states... More

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