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

Snorkel with sea turtles in Maho Bay near St. John.

Enjoy the comfort and smooth ride of a 29' World Cat.

Visit the best spots in the US Virgin Islands during this half-day boat charter aboard Bonus Time.

Welcome aboard our 29' World Cat, Bonus Time!

Duration3h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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.

Options

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 (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 (29' Vessel)

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

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.

What's included

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

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

What to expect

Virgin Islands National Park
Pass 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
30m

Explore another dazzling snorkel site with healthy populations of critically endangered elkhorn coral.
Maho Bay Beach
1h

Snorkel with sea turtles in this calm water bay on the north shore of St. John and Virgin Islands National Park.
Scott Bay Beach
1h

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.
1h

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 and pickup

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.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

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

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