Category Cruises & Boat Tours

US VIRGIN ISLANDS · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS

The 15 Best Boat Trips in the US Virgin Islands

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Every island here is a short crossing from another one, so most days on the calendar involve a boat. Below are the trips that stand up: powerboat charters, sail-and-snorkel days, harbour runs out of Charlotte Amalie, sunset cruises. What each costs, how long you are on the water, and how many people you share the deck with.

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT - Where you meet at Marriott Frenchman’s Cove, and the time trick to avoid

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

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

3-hour Turtle Cove catamaran from St Thomas: snorkel Little Buck Island for sea turtles and coral, plus snacks and unlimited drinks.

“Amazing tour with approx. one hour of snorkeling with an amazing crew. My family really enjoyed the boat and the views. When we went snorkeling, the crew made sure that we were safe and knew everything before we got into the water.”

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

Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove - Check-In Timing: The 30-Minute Rule You Do Not Want to Mess With

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

Circle the Island of St. John | Lunch stop at Lime Out (Taco Boat) - Where you start, St. Thomas or St. John

Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort

Cocktail Sunset Cruise from Sapphire Beach Resort - The St Thomas Coastline Loop, and Why They Sail Past the Island

Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville

Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville - Price and what makes $130 feel fair here

5.Champagne Sunset Sail from Margaritaville

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

Champagne Sunset Sail from St Thomas. Two hours on a catamaran with open bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres, sunset, and moonrise views.

“It’s was a great experience. The views were amazing of the water,sunset and islands. The staff was amazing. Great drinks and food.”

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

St John & Surrounding Cays - Full-Day Sail/Snorkel, 6 Guests Max - Sailing Time Plus an Open Bar, No Rush Energy

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

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

Small-group sail from St Thomas to St John with snorkeling, open bar, and grilled lunch. Max 6 guests, leaving 9am from Sapphire Beach.

“Awesome day trip. Mark and Rusty brought us to an amazing reef and we were the only boat there. Good food, Rusty kept the drinks coming and even though I lost an earring, I still give it 5 out of 5 ;) Highly recommend”

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Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach

Half Day Luxury Catamaran Turtle Snorkel And Beach - Two stops: turtles first, then Honeymoon Beach

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

50' Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience - Price and value: $1,595 for up to 12, with drinks and gear included

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 606 reviews · from $1,595

Private 50' luxury catamaran in St Thomas with custom snorkel and beach stops, drinks included, up to 12 people.

“This was absolutely the highlight of the trip! Alex and Daron were so wonderful - funny and informative. They accommodated what we wanted to see and we got to see sea turtles, sting ray and tons of fish! Thank you for making this such a lovely trip - next time we will do the full day!”

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Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers

Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers - Your 5:30 pm sunset slot: how the 2 hours usually play out

9.Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers

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

Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Appetizers in St Thomas, from Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove Dock on a 54-foot catamaran.

“Very relaxing experience. Beautiful sunset view excellent atmosphere with the crew and the captain super friendly definitely recommend it”

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High Speed Harbor Tour from Charlotte Amalie Cruise Port

High Speed Harbor Tour from Charlotte Amalie Cruise Port - Finding R Bar St Thomas, right where the action is

US Virgin Islands Island Hop & Food Boat Tour

US Virgin Islands Island Hop & Food Boat Tour - Circling St John first, then opening the day with swim stops

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

Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter - Sail, Beach, Snorkel. - The Captain Makes It Yours: How the Itinerary Works in Real Life

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · from $1,495

Private luxury catamaran in St Thomas for up to 12, with drinks, snorkeling gear, floats, beach time, and a captain-led itinerary.

“Absolutely awesome day!! The crew really took care of us on the beautiful Pieces! Kayli’s kept the rum punch flowing for sure! Swimming, snorkeling, a great lunch at Dinghy’s as well. I would definitely recommend this private catamaran experience.”

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Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter - The Boat Setup: Small, Comfortable, and Built for Real Day Trips

13.Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · from $1,195

Private boat charter from St Thomas to St John with snorkel, sea turtle chances, rum punch, and a small-group custom day for up to 6.

“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”

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

USVI Private Boat Charters - New, Fast Powerboats for Half and Full Day - Price and value: what $885 per group really means

Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles

Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles - Meeting at R Bar and how the small-group limit changes everything

15.Half Day Sail and Snorkel with the Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · from $140

Half-day sail and snorkel from Charlotte Amalie to Buck Island, with a guided turtle encounter, open bar, and small-group ease.

“Enjoyed the sail boat. Mike and Niki. We’re great hosts. Very active with guests. Able to answer questions and timed arrival to avoid congestion at the popular snorkel locations.”

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