St. John: Island Boat Tour with Lime Out Taco Stop & Snorkeling

Summary

Circle St. John by boat with floating tacos snorkeling and local color

You’ll circle St. John by boat with a local captain, stopping to snorkel clear bays and eat fresh tacos at Lime Out—the floating taco bar where you sit in the sea to eat. Swim over shipwrecks, spot turtles or rays, enjoy cold drinks and pizza delivered by boat—all with everything included so you can just relax into island time.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the way the water changed color every mile along St. John's north shore—like someone was messing with a filter just for us. We slid past Hawksnest Beach and Trunk Bay, all those postcard places, but honestly it felt more real from the boat. Our captain (Sam—local guy, quick to laugh) pointed out sea turtles bobbing up for air near Maho Bay. The breeze was salty and warm, and I kept thinking how the sun on my knees felt different here than back home.

I didn’t expect lunch to be so... weirdly fun? We pulled up to Lime Out in Hansen Bay—a neon-green taco shack literally floating on the water. You sit on these soft floats at a bar made for swimmers, legs dangling in turquoise, eating shrimp tacos while little fish dart around your ankles hoping for crumbs. Someone dropped their salsa and there was this whole mini feeding frenzy below us. Sam joked that the fish were regulars.

After that, we hit another snorkel spot off the south coast—can’t remember the name now but I do remember slipping into cool water and drifting over a shipwreck while stingrays glided underneath. The silence underwater is something else; it’s not really quiet but everything feels far away in a good way. Back on board there was cold beer and pizza (from Pizza Pi—delivered by boat, which cracked me up), and everyone just lounged around swapping stories or staring at clouds.

I still think about that view coming back toward shore—the island all green and hilly behind us, salt drying on my skin, feeling like we’d somehow been let in on a secret even though it wasn’t private or fancy or anything like that. Just easygoing people sharing a good day out together.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Circle St. John with snorkeling and lunch

• Cruise along North Shore beaches
• Snorkel at calm, clear spot
• Lunch at floating taco boat Lime Out
• Snorkel at shipwreck with turtles and stingrays
• Optional visit to Lovango Beach Club

Top questions

Is lunch included during this St. John boat tour?

Yes, lunch is included at Lime Out (the floating taco bar), plus pizza from Pizza Pi after snorkeling.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

Nope! Snorkeling equipment is provided as part of your tour.

Is this a private boat trip?

No, this is not a private trip—it’s shared with other travelers.

Are drinks available on board?

Yes, there’s an open bar with beer, soda, rum, mixers and juice included.

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour circles St. John island; pickup details are provided after booking.

How long does the boat tour last?

The full day includes multiple stops along St. John's coast for snorkeling and lunch.

Can I bring service animals?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

Is there a restroom on board?

Yes—there’s a restroom available on the boat for guests’ use.

What’s included

Your day includes cruising with a local captain and mate around St. John’s coastline with all fuel covered; open bar stocked with beer, soda, rum and mixers; lunch at Lime Out (the floating taco bar) plus cheese or pepperoni pizza from Pizza Pi; use of snorkeling equipment; light snacks; access to an onboard restroom; all you need for an easygoing adventure before heading back to shore together.