Rising Son Catamaran Adventure in Bermuda

4.9 ★ · 824 reviews · from USD111.12

Spend an afternoon on the water during this Bermuda catamaran and snorkeling cruise. The catamaran will raise her sails and cruise throughout the Great Sound, before anchoring at a beautiful and secluded swim site. Once at anchor, you have the freedom to choose to swim up to the nearby beach or sand bar, kayak, try a SUP (paddle board) or kick around with the crew's snorkel gear on the nearby reef. One rum cocktail is included, and additional drinks can be purchased from the onboard bar.

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What Travelers Say4.9 ★ · 824 reviews

This catamaran snorkeling cruise sails from near the cruise dock to a swimming/snorkeling cove, with rum swizzles, paddleboards, and kayaks available onboard.
Crew members including Brandon, Pete/Peter, Matteo, and Steve are named often and praised for being friendly, safety-conscious, and generous with drinks and information about Bermuda.
Reviewers are divided on the snorkeling itself: many describe clear water and good fish and coral, while several others found visibility poor, the reef bleached, or the spot too crowded with other tour boats.
One negative review described the boat motoring rather than sailing despite calm wind, loud music, and a guest injury the crew was slow to check on; a separate 1-star review felt the tour was overpriced without unlimited drinks or much crew interaction in the water.
Most reviewers describe a fun, high-energy atmosphere with music and a full crew presence, calling it a highlight of their Bermuda stop.
Families note the crew is comfortable with mixed age groups, including letting kids help steer the boat.

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What's Included

✓ Use of snorkel, kayak and paddleboard equipment

✓ Complimentary soft drinks and a rum swizzle after the swim

✕ Food

✕ Towel

✕ Gratuities

Itinerary

Your Bermuda sailing adventure leaves from King’s Wharf in the parish of Sandys, on Bermuda’s northwest tip. After boarding your catamaran — the Rising Son II — set sail into the Great Sound. Sail for about an hour as you head toward a secluded swimming spot; during your time on the boat, just relax and enjoy the views. Lounge on one of the trampolines, soak up the sun on the upper deck or enjoy the shade in the cockpit. When you reach the swimming site, the crew will throw the anchor overboard and give you a quick safety briefing and snorkeling instructions. Then put on your provided mask, fins and snorkel and jump into the water! Snorkel above the nearby reef, checking out the local marine life, or if you prefer not to snorkel, you can use the boat’s kayaks and stand-up paddleboards to explore the bay, nearby beach and sandbar. You have 1.5 hours of playtime here, after which you’ll climb back on the catamaran for a refreshing ‘rum swizzle’ cocktail. During the cruise back to the wharf, get ready for another evening in paradise with additional drinks from the onboard bar (own expense). Tropical music on board will put you in the island spirit!

Meeting Point

Island Tour Centre (Small Blue Building at the Dockyard Watersports Centre)

Good to Know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All tours are subject to weather and meeting a minimum number of participants to run
Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times
Minimum 18 Years to consume alcohol
Participants must be physically fit and able to walk on and off the boat via steps, and up and down a swim ladder for water access
Participants must be physically fit and able to walk on and off the boat via steps
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.