Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas

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Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Snorkel with sea turtles in Maho Bay near St. John. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Depart on your private island‑hopping adventure with Bonus Time Charters aboard one of our 29' or 32' Power Catamaran and explore the very best of St. John and St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands.

Your charter is fully customizable, but most half‑day (and sunset) trips focus on the scenic North Shore—stops like Maho Bay for sea turtles, the quiet sands of Scott Beach, and favorite beaches like Cinnamon Bay, Trunk Bay, and Honeymoon Beach. You’ll snorkel crystal-clear waters, soak up the views, and finish with a stop at Christmas Cove for fresh pizza from Pizza Pi, the famous floating pizzeria.

If you’ve got more time, a full-day charter lets you explore even more. Cruise the South Shore to spots like Salt Pond Bay, Little Lameshur, and Pelican Rock, or head all the way out to Lime Out in Coral Bay, a one-of-a-kind floating taco bar. You’ll have time to snorkel at Waterlemon Cay, check out quiet coves, and see the whole island from the water.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Bonus Time Charters

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Water, Ice, and a Cooler
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: Experienced Captain

Not included

Not included: Fuel is not included in the cost of the charter and will be billed based on usage at $8 USD/gallon.
Not included: Gratuities: We recommend 20% of the cost of charter to your Captain if service is deemed excellent.
Not included: Alcoholic beverages: Feel free to bring your own beverages (BYOB), but please no glass bottles on board.
Not included: Lunch: Any purchases at food destinations like Lime Out VI or Pizza Pi are the responsibility of the guests on board..
Not included: Cruise port pick-up. If coming from a cruise, please taxi to American Yacht Harbor to meet us.

Itinerary

Virgin Islands National Park

Passing by

Our proposed itinerary brings you around the waters of Virgin Islands National Park on St. John in the USVI. The following is our suggested timeline to make the most of your day! Customized itineraries are also welcome!
Waterlemon Cay

30 min

Explore another dazzling snorkel site with healthy populations of critically endangered elkhorn coral.
Maho Bay Beach

one hour

Snorkel with sea turtles in this calm water bay on the north shore of St. John and Virgin Islands National Park.
Scott Bay Beach

one hour

Explore this beautiful beach, accessible by boat, near the remnants of the old Caneel Bay Resort on St. John. Snorkel, relax, or explore for the remainder of our time on the water.
Stop 5

one hour

Snorkel around the serene Fish Cay, discover a sunken sailboat, or maybe finish the day with a slice of pizza from a floating pizzeria, Pizza Pi!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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 point

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bonus Time strives to accommodate all groups to the best of our abilities. If you have a question about accessibility, please give us a call before booking.
Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour

Options

Full-Day USVI (32' Vessel)

Duration: 6 hours: Explore more of the USVI with 2.5 extra hours on the water.

32' World Cat: Our 32' power catamaran offers a smooth, stable ride and plenty of room to relax while exploring the USVI.

10 Guest Max
Half-Day USVI (32' Vessel)

32' World Cat: Our 32' power catamaran offers a smooth, stable ride and plenty of room to relax while exploring the USVI.

10 Guest Max
Full-Day USVI (29' Vessel)

Duration: 6 hours: Explore more of the USVI with 2.5 extra hours on the water.

29' World Cat: Our 29' power catamaran is the perfect blend of comfort, shade, smoothness, and stability while exploring the USVI.
Half-Day USVI (29' Vessel)

29' World Cat: Our 29' power catamaran is the perfect blend of comfort, shade, smoothness, and stability while exploring the USVI.