Half day Norman Island snorkel options in Tortola?

[Lisa F]

I've been looking into Norman Island snorkel charters but it seems like most of them are very long days (like 7 hours). I think a half day sounds better... I did a half day snorkel with my son in Nassau and it was just right, I can't imagine being out twice as long.

Are there any other options besides the Disney one?

And there are zero reviews on the Disney excursion. Is it any good? I'd be happy to go with Disney if it's decent and the pricing is about half Aristocat for a half day excursion - I know it doesn't include a meal but we'd be back on the ship for a meal so that's fine by me.

Anyone? Finding not much in the searches. thanks!

 

[jtkboston]

My daughter and I did the morning Norman Island snorkeling excursion through Disney in August 2018 (first major cruise ship call at Tortola post-2017 hurricanes). We had a good time. We are not snorkeling experts or connoseiurs, but we enjoyed the morning and indeed were back onboard the Fantasy for lunch.

 

[Lisa F]

My daughter and I did the morning Norman Island snorkeling excursion through Disney in August 2018 (first major cruise ship call at Tortola post-2017 hurricanes). We had a good time. We are not snorkeling experts or connoseiurs, but we enjoyed the morning and indeed were back onboard the Fantasy for lunch.

What were the two stops made? Thanks! I. Am considering it e disney one!

 

[jtkboston]

We anchored near some (short) cliffs that had some sea caves with interesting things to see, and other interesting things out in the “open” water. Then we went to a private island and docked there with beach time and interesting snorkeling just offshore. The island’s amenities (think: snack bar) were in rough shape/closed due to hurricane recovery, but at least the bathrooms were functional and the open-air shelter roof provided nice shade.