• Captain Steve Marsh started his sailing during his junior year at Rutgers University on small dinghies. Following three years in the Army, he bought a boat in England and sailed throughout Northern Europe for a while. Then, back in New Jersey, he purchased Nightwind in 1972 and began a lifelong commitment to the sea.

    He and his wife June left New Jersey in 1976 and sailed south along the coast, winding up in the Bahamas where they were able to live on fish, conch and lobsters until the last of their cruising funds disappeared. Since St. Thomas was only a thousand miles away, they reached it in eight days, fell in love with the island and have made it their home ever since. Steve still sails Nightwind but now shares the captaining with Doug Miller, another old sea dog.



    1977




  • Snorkel & Sail to St. John


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    The yacht Nightwind sails with grace and style through the waters between St. Thomas and St. John.
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    Snorkel in the clear blue waters of St. Thomas.

Nightwind Yacht Charters

Nightwind Yacht is a wonderful example of classic grace and beauty. Originally intended as an ocean racer and passage maker, Nightwind is a happy blend of uncluttered deck space and sailing prowess which results in an exhilarating and enjoyable sailing experience.

Top Right Built of Iroko (or African Teak), Nightwind weighs 28 tons, which makes her more stable and comfortable at sea than lighter built fiberglass boats. For your safety, Nightwind is a U.S. Coast Guard Inspected Vessel that carries all the appropriate life rafts and safety equipment. We undergo three different U.S. Coast Guard exams per year. Plus, we are required to conduct numerous safety drills. The combination of safety, comfort and ideal boat layout insure the best possible daysail experience. All our gear is maintained to the highest standards and we have plenty of sizes and shapes to fit everyone from the smallest child to the largest adult.

Nightwind is a very sea kindly yacht, able to slice through the seas for smooth sailing. It is large enough to be licensed to carry up to 18 passengers although our normal trip is between 4 and 12 passengers. We sail in the protected waters of Pillsbury Sound to St. John and the Virgin Islands National Park or one of the smaller surrounding cays. Everyday is different and we choose the very best anchorages for the given conditions.

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Next to sailing, snorkeling is what a daysail is all about. We strive to give you the best snorkeling experience possible. We first consider your safety and then we pick the best reef which offers the most comfortable conditions. We outfit each snorkeler with appropriate gear and flotation aids according to their abilities. Whether you are a first time or intermediate snorkeler in need of a refresher course, or a veritable Jacques Cousteau in search of a reef, you can trust our crew to help make snorkeling effortless and enjoyable.

We stand out among the competition for many reasons. Not only do we boast one of the most beautiful ships in St. Thomas, but we also take care of our customers and offer them the best of sailing or snorkeling experiences. We give 100% of ourselves, with the friendliest, most knowledgeable and professional crew, and we make it our goal to bring a smile to our clients’ faces.