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The 15 Best Boat Trips in the US Virgin Islands

77 tours  ·  from $55

The good version of this trip is spent on a hull. The 15 below range from a fast hour around the harbour to a full day under sail with lunch and an open bar, each priced and clear about how much time the anchor is actually down.

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT - Snorkeling at Turtle Cove
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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

1.Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,100 reviews · from $119Our pick

From Frenchman’s Cove, The VI Cat sails to Turtle Cove on Little Buck Island. You get a mask, snorkel, fins, and vest, plus about an hour in the water, with guides such as Serena, Isaac, Nick, or Porscha helping with safety and marine life. Snacks and drinks follow.

“Capt Serena, Anders and Adrian were great and well organized. The snorkeling tour was thorough and easy to do. It was a beautiful ride and the Cat was comfortable. The trip back was fun and a great group. Would highly recommend.”

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Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove - Boarding the VI Cat at 5:30 p.m.
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Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove

2.Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,176 reviews · from $119

Set sail on the 54-foot VI Cat from Marriott Frenchman’s Cove for a two-hour sunset and harbor-lights dinner cruise. Expect an open bar, scratch-made tacos or barbecue, a friendly crew, and views toward Little Buck Island and Charlotte Amalie. Arrive 30 minutes early because late arrivals cannot be accommodated.

“There is no entertainment on the boat and food is average. You don’t sail very far….pretty much circle in the bay.”

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Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat) - Seeing St. John from the North Shore
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Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat)

3.Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 790 reviews · from $250

Spend about eight hours circling St. John with Stormy Pirates Boat Charters. You will snorkel at calm bays, stop for lunch at the floating Lime Out taco boat, enjoy pizza from Pizza Pi, and have time at Lovango. Crews may include Lacey, Sammy, Tara, Brandon, or other Stormy Pirates staff.

“I was able to see two sea turtles. The Lime Out barge has some serious gourmet taco power! His pets and squares alike would enjoy that joint.”

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Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort - Leaving Sapphire Beach Marina
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Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort

4.Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 748 reviews · from $130

Cruise for about two hours from Sapphire Beach Marina aboard New Horizons & Breakaway Charters. You’ll watch the St Thomas sunset from the water with Champagne, an open bar, appetizers, music, and commentary from crew members such as Captain Nate, Max, Whitney, and Breezy.

“The trip was the best experience we had on St Thomas by far. The crew and captain were absolutely great. Very in tune with everyone’s wants and needs. The views were spectacular and the boat was amazing a MUST go to if you visit t STTVI.”

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Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville - The first hour: St. Thomas from the water
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Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville

5.Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 691 reviews · from $130

Sail from Margaritaville aboard a modern catamaran at 4:30 pm for roughly two hours of sunset views, champagne, cocktails, soda, restroom access, and passed appetizers. Crew members such as Big Tuna, Captain Danny Boy, Carolina, and Dawn help keep the mood lively as St. Thomas slips behind you.

“It was great! The captain and the crew were awesome. They served us food and snacks and the Captain Danny had a great playlist. We surprised one of our friends with the sunset sail for her birthday. She absolutely loved it.”

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St John & Surrounding Cays - Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max - Sailing toward St. John and the surrounding cays
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St John & Surrounding Cays – Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max

6.St John & Surrounding Cays – Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 635 reviews · from $245

Sail from Sapphire Beach Marina at 9 a.m. with Captain Kendall, Addison, Tommy, Mark, Rusty, or another Virgin Islands Day Sailing crew member. Expect two or three snorkel stops near St. John, a fresh grilled lunch, an open bar, and a quiet six-person boat setting before returning around 3:30 p.m.

“We had so much fun and enjoyed every minute with this great crew! Rusty and the captain were very interesting and fun with a delicious lunch on the anchor.”

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Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach - Looking for green sea turtles
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Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach

7.Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 635 reviews · from $159

Join Captain Joe and Catie aboard a modern catamaran for a four-hour, small-group trip from Yacht Haven Grande. Snorkel at Buck Island National Wildlife Refuge, look for green sea turtles and reef fish, then relax at Honeymoon Beach with snacks, floats, and drinks after the water activities.

“The "Someday" experience was great and just the right amount of time out on the water at about 4 hours. We hit two snorkeling spots and one of the crew members guided us [in the water] noting both historical & marine fun facts. The crew runs the trip & experience like a well-oiled machine and they know what they're doing when it comes to running a boat and keeping safety in mind at all times. It was also really nice to go with a smaller group vs. dozens & dozens on board. It made for a more customized & relaxed experience and you felt like you were with a group…”

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50' Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience - Red Hook departure and the timing that matters
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50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

8.50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 606 reviews

Take up to 12 people aboard SY Sirena, a 50-foot luxury catamaran departing Red Hook. Your captain can shape a half or full day around snorkeling, beaches, sea turtles, and lunch stops, with floats, gear, beer, soda, water, and rum punch included. BVI visits are not available.

“What a lovely experience. Maddy and Alex were so accommodating and experienced. There was 12 of us and they were wonderful.”

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Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers - Watching sunset around Charlotte Amalie Harbor
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Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers

9.Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 580 reviews · from $95

Spend about two hours aboard The VI Cat, a 54-foot catamaran sailing around Charlotte Amalie Harbor at sunset. Captain Serena, Captain Mike, and crew members such as Isaac and Nick have earned praise for friendly service, steady drink refills, and a relaxed onboard mood. Light snacks and an open bar are included.

“This was a great experience. Portia, Adrienne and Serena were a great all women’s team and made sure we all had an amazing time.”

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High Speed Harbor Tour from Charlotte Amalie Cruise Port - Starting at Yacht Haven Grande
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High Speed Harbor Tour from Charlotte Amalie Cruise Port

10.High Speed Harbor Tour from Charlotte Amalie Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · from $60Best value

Ride the 750-horsepower Screamin’ Eagle around Charlotte Amalie Harbor with captain Anthony or another local guide. Expect fast runs, fishtails, 180-degree spins, a possible nose dive, island commentary, and plenty of spray. The 40-minute trip leaves from Yacht Haven Grande and returns to the same spot.

“If you’re looking for an exhilarating, fun, shorter excursion this is the one to pick!! My husband, two teenage daughters and myself had an absolute blast with Anthony. He made us feel safe the entire way. We put on a little show for the cruise ship docked and people walking around the island. I would re-book again if we are ever back in St Thomas.”

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US Virgin Islands Island Hop & Food Boat Tour - Circling St. John from the water
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US Virgin Islands Island Hop & Food Boat Tour

11.US Virgin Islands Island Hop & Food Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · from $250

Cruise from St. Thomas or St. John with a crew such as Grant, Tyler, Kevin, or Lacey. Swim to Lime Out for tacos, snorkel at Christmas Cove, collect Pizza Pi slices by dinghy, and finish at Lovango Resort. Drinks, snacks, gear, and an onboard restroom are included.

“We booked this boat tour last minute and so happy we did! The captains were wonderful, super insightful, and insured that we had everything we needed every second of the trip. The snorkeling spots were awesome, and the food stops were impeccable. We will definitely make this part of our trip moving forward.”

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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter - Sail, Beach, Snorkel. - Building your route around St. Thomas
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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

12.Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews

Spend up to seven hours aboard S/Y Pisces, a 47-foot Leopard catamaran, with your own group of up to 12. Your captain can plan snorkeling, turtle watching, beach time, and island stops around St. Thomas, Water Island, Buck Island, or a quiet cay. Snorkel gear, floats, drinks, and a restroom are included.

“Such a relaxing and wonderful way to spend the day! Loved snorkeling in areas that we've never gone to. Honeymoon beach is our new favorite spot!”

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Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter - What the $1,195 price really buys
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Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

13.Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews

You and up to five companions get a private boat, captain, bottled water, rum punch, beer, and soda for a flexible day around St John. Snorkel near a private beach, hear Virgin Islands pirate stories, and consider a floating taco stop at Lime Out. Lunch and a $250 fuel surcharge cost extra.

“Our family has been traveling to St. John for nearly 10 years. We always reserve a private boat charter for one day during our stay. Every other charter has always been top notch. Unfortunately, I can not say the same about our Stormy Pirates Read more”

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USVI Private Boat Charters - New, Fast Powerboats for Half and Full Day - Choosing between a half-day and full-day charter
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USVI Private Boat Charters – New, Fast Powerboats for Half and Full Day

14.USVI Private Boat Charters – New, Fast Powerboats for Half and Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 301 reviews

Take a private 31-foot Wellcraft from American Yacht Harbor with up to 12 people. Your captain, such as Mike, Bryan, Aaron, or Amanda, can shape a 4 to 7-hour trip around snorkeling, beaches, turtles, St. John, and quiet coves. Snorkel gear, soda, water, and beer are included.

“Our Captain Mike was the best! His music and knowledge of the islands were amazing. Definitely would recommend and do this every time we vacation!”

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Live Music Sunset Sail - Frederiksted waterfront from the water
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Live Music Sunset Sail

15.Live Music Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · from $70

Join Lyric Sails at Frederiksted Pier for a relaxed 2 to 2.5 hour catamaran sail along St Croix’s west end. Local musicians provide live music while the crew serves Cruzan rum punch, fruit punch, or water. Look for the green flash, sea turtles, dolphins, and Sandy Point’s famous shoreline.

“The music and refreshments were great. The sail route took advantage of the bay which allowed for a very calm, comfortable ride.”

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