Jost Van Dyke: Soggy Dollar Bar, Foxy’s & White Bay Day Trip

Summary

Foxy’s tunes, White Bay swims, and Painkillers at Soggy Dollar

You’ll step straight onto Jost Van Dyke for live music at Foxy’s, sip Painkillers at Soggy Dollar Bar, float in White Bay’s clear water, and hike up to the Bubbly Pool fizzing around your feet. Expect laughter with locals and flavors you’ll remember long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.

What’s the experience like?

We stepped off the boat into Great Harbor, Jost Van Dyke — I could smell grilled fish somewhere nearby and the salty breeze was just sticky enough to remind me I was far from home. Our captain waved us toward Foxy’s (yes, that Foxy’s), where Foxy himself was strumming something on his guitar and laughing with a couple from New York. I tried to order a drink but got distracted by the wall of faded t-shirts behind the bar. It felt like every person who’d ever landed here left a piece of their story.

After wandering out of Foxy’s (and probably leaving my sunglasses behind), we stopped by Corsairs. Vinny poured something called VooDoo Punch — sweet, cold, dangerous if you’re not careful. He joked about “island time” when someone asked how long until lunch. There was no rush; nobody seemed to mind. We piled back onto the boat and drifted over to Foxy’s Taboo for a quick hike up to the Bubbly Pool. The rocks were warm under my feet and when the waves crashed in, the water fizzed around my ankles like soda — I didn’t expect it to be that loud or that fun.

The last stop was White Bay. The sand really is as soft as everyone says (I kept digging my toes in just to check). Most people made a beeline for the Soggy Dollar Bar — you have to try their Painkiller cocktail, even if rum isn’t your thing. I floated out in that gin-clear water with my drink balanced on a foam noodle and watched some local kids chase each other along the shore. There was lobster grilling at CocoLoco next door and I can still smell it if I close my eyes.

I guess what stuck with me most wasn’t just ticking off famous spots like Soggy Dollar Bar or hiking to the Bubbly Pool — it was how easy it felt to just… slow down here. Even customs was sort of an adventure (bring your passport, seriously). The sunburn faded but that feeling hasn’t yet.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Jost Van Dyke and Great Harbor

• Check into Great Harbor village
• Visit world famous Foxy's Bar
• Visit Vinney and Pizza Dave
• Hike to Bubbly Pool at Foxy's Taboo
• Relax at Foxy's Taboo
• Visit Sandy Spit Island
• Enjoy Painkillers at Soggy Dollar Bar

Top questions

Do I need a passport for this Jost Van Dyke day trip?

Yes, a valid passport is required since this tour enters the British Virgin Islands.

Are international customs fees included in the price?

No, customs fees ($85 per person) are not included and must be paid on the day of travel.

What are some highlights on this Jost Van Dyke tour?

You’ll visit Foxy’s in Great Harbor, stop at Corsairs for VooDoo Punch, hike to the Bubbly Pool near Foxy’s Taboo, relax at White Bay, and enjoy drinks at Soggy Dollar Bar.

Is hotel pickup included?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; you should confirm your starting point when booking.

Is lunch included during this day trip?

No set lunch is included but you’ll have time to buy food at places like CocoLoco or Corsairs on Jost Van Dyke.

Is this tour suitable for travelers with mobility issues?

This tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health; moderate fitness is needed for hiking and boarding boats.

Can pregnant travelers join this tour?

This trip is not recommended for pregnant travelers due to boat travel and hiking sections.

How long do we spend at White Bay?

You’ll have most of your afternoon free at White Bay to swim or relax before heading back.

What’s included

Your day covers all boat transfers between St. Thomas or St. John and Jost Van Dyke (just let them know where you’re joining), plus bottled water onboard, alcoholic beverages like Painkillers or VooDoo Punch along the way, fuel costs taken care of by your captain — but bring cash for customs fees and any food you want from local spots like CocoLoco or Corsairs before heading back salty and happy.