Buck Island

Has anyone done tours to Buck Island? Can you get there on your own? Anyone familiar with Captain Heinz? Thanks for any help!

Has anyone done tours to Buck Island? Can you get there on your own? Anyone familiar with Captain Heinz? Thanks for any help!

This seems to be a recurring question but it won't hurt to answer it again. :)

I've been to Buck Island many times and intend to keep going about twice a year. No you absolutely cannot get there on your own, it's a protected National Monument. Stepping foot on the beach without a licensed tour operator (of which there are only 5 companies) is a felony under federal law.

I have heard many good things about Captain Heinz and his son Captain Carl, and they seem to have a great company. I've never sailed with them myself as I am loyal to Big Beard but I see no reason to avoid them.

Have a great time!

This seems to be a recurring question but it won't hurt to answer it again. :)

I've been to Buck Island many times and intend to keep going about twice a year. No you absolutely cannot get there on your own, it's a protected National Monument. Stepping foot on the beach without a licensed tour operator (of which there are only 5 companies) is a felony under federal law.

I have heard many good things about Captain Heinz and his son Captain Carl, and they seem to have a great company. I've never sailed with them myself as I am loyal to Big Beard but I see no reason to avoid them.

 

Have a great time!

Thanks Drake! I have noticed other similar threads, but had additional questions. I also have looked at Big Beard. Would you recommend the full day or half day?

Thanks Drake! I have noticed other similar threads, but had additional questions. I also have looked at Big Beard. Would you recommend the full day or half day?

Half-day is the way to go. That way you still have time to do other things during your visit besides rushing to get back to the ship.

Half-day is the way to go. That way you still have time to do other things during your visit besides rushing to get back to the ship.

Thank you!!!