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Luxury Half or Full-Day Private Charter from St Thomas or St John
- Duration3 hours 30 min
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Step aboard to 36' Aquila luxury power catamaran designed for guests who want a comfortable and elevated way to explore the US Virgin Islands. With a shaded interior, spacious seating, and an onboard restroom, it's perfect for families, couples, and small groups seeking a private day on the water.
Most half-day charters focus on the North Shore of St. John, where you'll snorkel with sea turtles at Maho Bay, explore Virgin Islands National Park, visit beaches like Cinnamon Bay and Scott Beach, and finish the day at Christmas Cove with pizza from Pizza Pi.
Full-day charters allow more time for additional snorkeling, beach hopping, lunch at Lovango Cay, or a trip to Lime Out on St. John.
Your crew handles the drinks, snacks, snorkel gear, and logistics so you can focus on enjoying the islands. Whether you're swimming with sea turtles, relaxing in a quiet cove, or cruising to beautiful beaches, Bonus Time makes it easy to experience the best of St Thomas and St John.
What to expect
Virgin Islands National Park
Caribbean
Our itineraries are designed to showcase the best of the Virgin Islands while making the most of your time on the water. The timeline below is a sample itinerary based on a typical day, but every charter is private and fully customizable. If there are specific destinations, beaches, snorkeling spots, or restaurants you'd like to visit, we're happy to work with you to create a route that fits your group and the day's conditions.
Trunk Bay Beach
N Shore Rd, 00830, Caribbean
We’ll cruise past Trunk Bay so you can see its famous beach from the water. It’s a great photo stop with soft sand and bright blue water.
Cinnamon Bay
00830, Caribbean
As we pass Cinnamon Bay, you’ll see one of the longest beaches on the island. It’s a wide, open bay that’s beautiful to look at from the boat.
Waterlemon Cay
00830 , Caribbean
This is a great place to snorkel and maybe spot more sea life. The water is usually calm, and nearby you can see the old Annaberg Sugar Plantation ruins from shore.
Maho Bay
Caribbean
This is one of the best spots to swim with sea turtles. The water is calm and clear, and it’s a great place to hop in and snorkel or just float and relax.
Scott Bay Beach
North Shore Road, Caneel Bay Resort, Caneel Bay, 00831, Caribbean
Scott Bay Beach is one of St. John’s best-kept secrets and a favorite stop on many of our charters. Accessible only by boat, this quiet stretch of shoreline offers crystal-clear water, excellent snorkeling, and a level of seclusion that’s hard to find elsewhere in the Virgin Islands. While the North Shore beaches attract most of the crowds, Scott Bay remains a true hidden gem where guests can swim, float, and relax in a peaceful setting surrounded by untouched natural beauty.
We often stop at Lovango Beach Club for lunch. There’s a nice restaurant right by the water, and you can also snorkel nearby if you’d like.
This is where you’ll find Pizza Pi, the floating pizza boat. It’s a fun place to grab a bite, snorkel one more time, or just relax at anchor before heading back.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
We will pick up groups staying on St. John at the National Park Service Headquarters in Cruz Bay. Please select this option if you are visiting on St. John.
St. Thomas Pickup: Meet us at the C-Dock entrance in American Yacht Harbor. If driving, park in a 2-hour parking space and purchase a parking pass from the marina office. Coming from a cruise ship? Taxi service is readily available and the ride is typically 20–30 minutes.
End / drop-off
We will pick up groups staying on St. John at the National Park Service Headquarters in Cruz Bay. Please select this option if you are visiting on St. John.
St. Thomas Pickup: Meet us at the C-Dock entrance in American Yacht Harbor. If driving, park in a 2-hour parking space and purchase a parking pass from the marina office. Coming from a cruise ship? Taxi service is readily available and the ride is typically 20–30 minutes.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Top-quality masks, fins, and snorkels provided for all guests.
- No need to worry—there’s a clean, comfortable bathroom on board for your convenience throughout the day.
- Enjoy a selection of beer, sparkling wine, and spirits with mixed cocktails prepared onboard.
- A fresh, ready-to-enjoy spread of hummus, crisp veggies, and snacks—perfect for light grazing throughout the day.
Not included
- Meals are not included. You’ll have the chance to grab lunch at fun stops like Lime Out, Pizza Pi, or Lovango Resort.
- Fuel is not included in the cost of the charter and will be billed based on usage at $8 USD/gallon.
- Gratuity for your captain and crew is not included but always appreciated.
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Traveler (0–120)
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 20 hours before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- America/St_Thomas
- Product code
- 437754P12
What you'll be asked when booking
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 53 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (1) and Tripadvisor (2).
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