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

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St Thomas, US Virgin Islands

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20+ bookings last month.

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· Breann_Z ·

Feb 2026

Captain Bryan was great! He provided clear instructions on where to meet and showed us a great time on the water. We saw abundant sea life (and seaside mansions) including sea turtles while snorkeling. The boat was nice and had plenty of room for our group. We had an excellent adventure and highly recommend this trip.

· Amy_J ·

Mar 2026

Captain Danny helped make our first day in the Virgin Islands a truly memorable experience. We saw beautiful scenery, learned about cool landmarks, found great snorkeling spots, and Danny even preordered our lunch. Would definitely book again.

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Overview

What's Included

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

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Fuel is not included in the cost of the charter and will be billed based on usage at $8 USD/gallon.

$8.00 per booking
Gratuities

We recommend 20% of the cost of charter to your Captain if service is deemed excellent.
Alcoholic Beverages

Feel free to bring your own beverages (BYOB), but please no glass bottles on board.
Lunch

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Select a meeting point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Virgin Islands National Park (Pass By)

Waterlemon Cay

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maho Bay Beach

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Scott Bay Beach

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Christmas Cove

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
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
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Terri_C

Captain Andrew made the booking seamless and Captain Danny took care of all our sightseeing and snorkeling needs. This is a great alternative to the crowds and the morning trip beats the crowds. Captain Danny is so efficient and gets you to all the good spots before the big groups arrive. Unfortunately the floating pizza shop was fully booked that day but Captain Danny will call your orders in ahead of time to save time. They have a cooler full of ice for any drinks you want to bring and the dock has a huge selection to choose from. I like that this is an optional cost and not automatically included in your booking. We chose the smaller boat and I was surprised at how AMAZING it was! Lots of room for 8 people and music vibe was great. The snorkeling gear was clean and the masked didn’t fog up once…everything worked awesome. The cost of a taxi from the ferry terminal was $17/person each way and easy to arrange. Our driver even planned to pick us up and take us back to ferry. Our tour overall was simplistic, smoothness and stunning. Captain Danny was fun, informative and super classy! Definitely book with Bonus time Tours and you won’t be disappointed!!! Thanks from the Canadian Crew…Eh!

Reviews

5.0

based on 126 reviews

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good communication, easy...

Adriane_P, Apr 2026

good communication, easy to follow instructions. my husband and I did a half day and it was wonderful! Andrew was great and a good match for our low key day. He never made us feel rushed and snuck in an extra stop on the way back he knew we were interested in. great last day :)

Just Book It!! Eh

Terri_C, Apr 2026

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Good day! Thank you for such an awesome and detailed review—we really appreciate it! We’re glad the booking process with Captain Andrew was smooth and that Captain Danny took great care of you out on the water. Getting out early and beating the crowds around St. Thomas and St. John really does make a big difference. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the snorkeling, sightseeing, and how efficient the day felt. Even though Pizza Pi was booked, Danny always does his best to coordinate ahead when possible. Glad you made use of the cooler setup and appreciated the flexibility there too. We love hearing that the boat, space, music, and gear all exceeded expectations—that’s exactly what we aim for. And thanks for sharing the taxi details as well, that’s super helpful for future guests. Really appreciate the strong recommendation, and we hope to have your Canadian crew back out with us again in the US Virgin Islands!

Captain Danny helped make...

Amy_J, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad Captain Danny helped make your first day in the Virgin Islands such a memorable one. From scenery and landmarks to great snorkeling spots and having lunch preordered, that’s exactly how we like to start a trip in St. Thomas and St. John. We appreciate the kind words and would love to have you back out with us again in the US Virgin Islands!

A Perfect Day

Kathy_S, Mar 2026

Fantastic!! Captain Andrew was the best! He was professional, very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. He allowed us to pick our own itinerary, as well as providing us with incredible snorkeling experiences. It was a wonderful day for all of us.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you had a fantastic day with Captain Andrew. Being able to choose your own itinerary while still getting guidance to the best snorkeling spots around St. Thomas and St. John is what makes the experience so special. We appreciate the kind words and hope to have you back out with us again in the US Virgin Islands!

Amazing day

Amy_Y, Mar 2026

Awesome day on the water with Captain Andrew! We had an amazing time seeing St. John from the water. Fun snorkeling, drinks and pizza! Thank you! If you are on the fence about booking… do it!

Great experience, 10/10

Kelly_O, Mar 2026

This was SO fun! Absolutely the highlight of our cruise. Our two guides were so cool and nice and we had a great time talking with them. The pizza pi boat was delicious and such a unique experience to eat from a floating restaurant. We were very happy to book this and the snorkeling was great. Thank you!

Senior trip

Scott_F, Mar 2026

We fully enjoyed our experience. We had a group of 12. Great snorkeling and lunch spot in Lovango! Catered for our group!

Exhilarating jet ski experience

KIM_L, Mar 2026

Our excursion operator was very accommodating, the jets skis were in great shape. We were able to go full speed if we wanted to. We got to see so much of the country side from the water. We would definitely recommend this activity if you like adventure.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Good day! Kim, this one gave us a good laugh! Sounds like you had an awesome time—but we have to admit, no jet skis over here at Bonus Time 😄 We’re guessing you might’ve mixed us up with another adventure, but we’re glad you had a great day on the water regardless! If you ever want to trade the jet skis for some snorkeling, sea turtles, and cruising around St. John and St. Thomas, we’ve got you covered. Hope to see you out with us next time you’re in the US Virgin Islands!

Perfect day in St.John

Jeremy_M, Mar 2026

You get to go snorkeling, swim with turtles,, visit beaches, get a tour of the islands and stop to eat local food

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you got to experience a little bit of everything—snorkeling, swimming with turtles, visiting beaches, touring the islands, and enjoying local food. That’s exactly what a perfect day in the US Virgin Islands is all about. We appreciate you joining us and hope to have you back out on the water again around St. Thomas and St. John!

Steve was a great...

Christie_W, Mar 2026

Steve was a great captain. We were able to choose our itinerary and he was very helpful and informative about the area. We had a fantastic time snorkeling and sight seeing!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you had a fantastic time with Captain Steve. Being able to choose your itinerary and get local insight along the way really makes for a great day out around St. Thomas and St. John. We appreciate the kind words and hope to have you back out on the water again in the US Virgin Islands!

Such a fun boat ride

Lisa, Feb 2026

We had a great time with Captain Steve. He took us to some spots we’d never snorkeled before. We loved it!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Good day! Thanks for the great review! We’re glad you had a fun day with Captain Steve and got to explore some new snorkeling spots around St. John. That’s always the best part—finding those places you wouldn’t see otherwise. We appreciate you choosing us and hope to have you back out on the water again in the US Virgin Islands!

Great day on the water with Captain Bryan

Breann_Z, Feb 2026

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you had an excellent adventure with Captain Bryan. Clear communication, a comfortable boat, and getting you out to the best spots around St. Thomas and St. John is what we aim for. It’s awesome to hear you saw sea turtles, abundant marine life, and even took in some of the seaside mansions along the way—that’s a full US Virgin Islands experience. We really appreciate the high recommendation and hope to have you back out on the water again!

Book the private charter day- it’s worth it

Karla_J, Feb 2026

Great Day on the water with Captain Bryan! Was so nice to be able to have the flexibility to take us wherever the weather & waves were right since our day we chose could have not cooperated, I told him my goal was to swim with a sea turtle and mission was accomplished! He knew the area and answered a questions we had. Totally recommend this over crowded boat of people, worth the small increase to us!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you had such a great day on the water with Captain Bryan. Being able to stay flexible with conditions and find the best spots around St. Thomas and St. John is key—and even better that you got to swim with a sea turtle and check that off your list! We appreciate you pointing out the value of a private charter over the crowded boats—it really does make a difference. Thanks for the recommendation and hope to have you back out with us again in the US Virgin Islands!

Awesome Excursion

Rachel_P, Jan 2026

Captain Steve was excellent and very patient with our group. We were able to see beautiful fish and sea turtles! Pizza on the rafts was unforgettable. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you had such a fun day with Captain Steve. It’s great to hear you saw beautiful fish and sea turtles, and that the stop at Pizza Pi made the day even more memorable. We appreciate the high recommendation and hope to have you back out on the water again in the US Virgin Islands!

Kudos to Captain Steve. ...

margaret_b, Jan 2026

Kudos to Captain Steve. Meet up location was easy to find. Captain was friendly & did a wonderful job as tour guide while we were out and about. Snorkel equipment was in great shape. Fun day overall. Family loved it and we would definitely do it again.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you had a fun day out on the water with Captain Steve. Easy meet-up, good gear, and a friendly, knowledgeable guide always make for a smooth trip around St. Thomas and St. John. We’re happy to hear the whole family loved it and we’d be glad to have you back again in the US Virgin Islands!

Captain Steve took great...

Timothy_O, Jan 2026

Captain Steve took great care of us on our half day cruise. He was on time to pick us up and the boat was immaculate. He took us to the perfect snorkel spot to see sea turtles and got us all set up with gear. Very knowledgeable about the islands. It was the perfect day!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you had a perfect half-day on the water with Captain Steve. Being on time, a clean boat, and getting you set up at the right spot to see sea turtles is exactly what we aim for. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the snorkeling and learning about the islands around St. Thomas and St. John. We appreciate the kind words and hope to have you back out with us again in the US Virgin Islands!

Capt. Andrew was great....

Sam_E, Jan 2026

Capt. Andrew was great. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. The boat was meticulously maintained. The snorkeling was top notch. Everyone had a great time. I highly recommend.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you had such a great time with Captain Andrew. His knowledge, friendly approach, and attention to keeping the boat in top shape really make a difference out on the water. It’s great to hear the snorkeling was top notch and that everyone enjoyed the day exploring the US Virgin Islands. We truly appreciate the high recommendation and hope to have you back again!

Great time & beautiful boat!

Lisa_T, Dec 2025

Amazing experience snorkeling in St Thomas and St John. Gus & John & Andrew were a pleasure to work with! Highly recommend this nice boating experience!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you had an amazing snorkeling experience around St. Thomas and St. John. It’s great to hear that Gus and Captain Andrew all made the trip enjoyable and easy from start to finish. We truly appreciate the high recommendation and would love to have you back out on the water in the US Virgin Islands anytime!

Beautiful boat ride

Julie_A, Dec 2025

The boat was very clean and comfortable. Great captain and he took us to some beautiful remote places. Very relaxing.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Good day! Thanks for the great review! We're happy to hear you had a relaxing day out on the water with a great captain and enjoyed some of the more remote, beautiful spots around the US Virgin Islands. A clean and comfortable boat always makes it even better! We’d love to have you back for another peaceful adventure around St. Thomas and St. John. Until next time! ⛵🏝️🐠

Best experience!!!

heidi_v, Nov 2025

This is what it’s about!!! The swimming holes, floating restaurants and views r stunning! We had an amazing time! Definitely doing it again!!!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Good day! The swimming holes, floating restaurants, and those unbeatable US Virgin Islands views really do make for an amazing time. So glad you enjoyed it—and we’ll be ready to welcome you back when you’re ready to do it all again! Until next time! ⛵🏝️🌊🍕

Book this!...

BillieJo_C, Sep 2025

Book this! We came on a cruise ship and did the half day charter. Bryan was our captain, DJ, snorkel fitter, and tour guide. We had an amazing time. The cooler with ice provided was perfect for the drinks we grabbed at the convenience store right by the docks. The boat was pristine and so many comfortable spots. 10/10 recommend and will seek out again if we ever are back on the islands :-)

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Good day! Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you had an amazing time on your half-day charter with Captain Bryan—he does it all, from DJ to snorkel guide! It's great to hear you made the most of your cruise stop with a clean, comfortable boat, good tunes, and cold drinks. We truly appreciate the 10/10 recommendation, and we’d love to have you back next time you’re in the US Virgin Islands! Until next time! ⛵🐠🍹🏝️

10 out of 10!!

Erin_K, Sep 2025

If I could give more stars I would! Our group of 5 had the best time celebrating my birthday! They had all of the equipment for snorkeling and floating! Captain Bryan took us to all the good spots that were going to be more difficult to get to via land and was super knowledgeable about the area and the things we would see. I think we only went to one other beach that had people on it! Cannot recommend Bonus Time enough. We will be sure to book with them on any return trips!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Good day! Thank you for the awesome review—and happy belated birthday! We’re so glad you had the best time celebrating with Captain Bryan. From snorkeling and floating to exploring those hard-to-reach, secluded beach spots around St. John, it sounds like the perfect way to spend your special day. We really appreciate the kind words and the strong recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime you're in the US Virgin Islands! Until next time! ⛵🎉🐠🏝️

Wonderful day in St....

Alicia_S, Sep 2025

Wonderful day in St. John. Got a choose your own adventure experience without others around and came off a cruise ship. Coming back soon!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Good day! Thanks for the awesome review! We're so glad you had a wonderful day in St. John and enjoyed the choose-your-own-adventure style trip—especially nice to escape the crowds from the cruise ship for a bit. We’d love to have you back when you return to the US Virgin Islands! Until next time! ⛵🐠🏝️

Great way to see St John....

Scott_C, Sep 2025

Great way to see St John. Our boat was clean and very capable. Steve was a knowledgeable guide. We would definitely book Bonus Time Charters for future adventures.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Good day! Thanks so much for the great review! We're glad you had a fun time exploring St. John with Captain Steve. A clean, capable boat and a knowledgeable guide make all the difference, and we’re happy to hear everything went smoothly. We’d love to have you back aboard Bonus Time Charters for more adventures in the US Virgin Islands! Until next time! ⛵🐠🏝️

Captain Brian was...

Marguerite_M, Aug 2025

Captain Brian was wonderful ! Very knowledgeable and friendly and he helped our family make lasting memories of St John

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Good day! Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad Captain Bryan helped make your time in St. John extra special. His friendly and knowledgeable approach is what makes these trips memorable, and we’re happy your family had a great experience. We’d love to have you back anytime for more adventures in the US Virgin Islands! Until next time! ⛵🐠🏝️

Great experience! Captain...

alysha_n, Jul 2025

Great experience! Captain was great! I only recommend you consider the travel time and taxi fees from St. Thomas Port. Takes approximately 20 minutes and is approximately $15 a person. Wouldn't be so bad but traveling with 8 people there and back added up quickly! Snorkeling and boat was amazing. Saw lots of fantastic sea creatures.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Good day! Thanks for the helpful and honest review! We’re glad to hear you had a great experience out on the water and enjoyed the snorkeling and sea life—it’s always incredible to see what’s swimming around the US Virgin Islands! Appreciate you pointing out the taxi time and cost from the St. Thomas port—it’s definitely good info for future guests, especially with a larger group. We’d love to have you back anytime for more fun on the water around St. Thomas and St. John! Until next time! ⛵🐠🐢🏝️

Bryan was a great...

Shelby_G, Jul 2025

Bryan was a great captain! We all had a blast. We even had a guest with a wheelchair and he made sure it was very easy for her to get in the water and feel comfortable.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Good day! Thanks for the kind words! We're so glad to hear you had a great time with Captain Bryan. It’s awesome to know he helped make the day fun and comfortable for everyone, especially making sure your guest with a wheelchair could enjoy the water too. We’d love to have you back next time you're in the US Virgin Islands! Until next time! ⛵🐠🏝️

Peaceful, scenic and fun

Jennifer_H, Jul 2025

Captain Andrew was great. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time. My daughter enjoyed the snorkeling spots and Pizza Pi food boat on the water

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Good day! Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had a great time with Captain Andrew—his professionalism, island knowledge, and friendly vibe are what make every trip special. It’s great to hear your daughter enjoyed the snorkeling spots and the always fun and delicious stop at Pizza Pi, the floating pizza boat in Christmas Cove! We’d love to welcome you both back for another unforgettable day on the water in the US Virgin Islands. Until next time! ⛵🐠🍕🏝️

Best excursion on the island!!

Mack_G, Jul 2025

HIGHLY recommend! Half day is plenty. We have a family of 6 (kids 11-15yrs) and this was the highlight of our trip. We snorkled around an old shipwreck, saw several turtles, tons of fish, went St John and James. Stunning views. Ended the day at Pizza Pi (jumped off the boat and swam to eat on their floating lounge area). ANDREW WAS AWESOME. Great guy, knowledgeable about boat and water safety as well as island history. 1000 out of 10 recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Good day! Wow—thank you for this incredible review! We’re so happy to hear your half-day trip with Captain Andrew was the highlight of your family’s vacation. Snorkeling an old shipwreck, spotting sea turtles and tons of fish, cruising around St. John and Little St. James, and soaking up those stunning views—what a perfect day in the US Virgin Islands! We love that you wrapped it up with the ultimate stop at Pizza Pi, jumping off the boat and swimming over to enjoy pizza on their floating lounge. Captain Andrew will be thrilled to hear your kind words—his passion for island history, boating, and keeping everyone safe truly makes each trip special. Thanks for the “1000 out of 10” recommendation—we’d love to have your crew back anytime for more adventures! Until next time! ⛵🐢🍕🏝️

Amazing Andrew

Madhuvanesh_P, Jul 2025

Andrew was a fun captain. He took us to some great places for snorkeling and shared interesting stories about St. Thomas. The boat was excellent and well maintained. Would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Good day! Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a great time with Captain Andrew, exploring the best snorkeling spots and hearing some of the rich history and fun stories about St. Thomas. It’s always our goal to keep the boat in top shape so your day on the water is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We truly appreciate your high recommendation and would love to have you back for more adventures around the beautiful US Virgin Islands!