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St. John: Night Kayak GLOW Tour with Clear Kayaks & GuideYou’ll step into glowing clear kayaks at St. John’s Westin Resort, get painted up with neon colors (badly or brilliantly), then paddle out under stars with local guides pointing out tarpons or sting rays below you. There’s laughter, salty air, maybe some nerves in the dark patches — but mostly it’s that feeling of being part of something secret for just one night.
St. John Circle Island Boat Tour & Snorkel with LunchYou get a full-day boat tour around St. John with two guided snorkel stops, lunch at a floating taco bar in Coral Bay, a pizza snack, and unlimited beer and soft drinks on board. The captain chooses snorkel spots based on conditions that day, so you're not locked into a preset route. Pickup from St Thomas is arranged separately, and the whole day runs about 6 to 7 hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel two different reefs and eat lunch on a floating boat without arranging transport, gear, or figuring out which beaches to hit — the captain handles the route and spot selection based on the day's conditions, which is what makes a full St. John circle possible in one trip.
BVI: The Baths & White Bay Tour with Swim & Beach BarsYou’ll squeeze through ancient boulders at The Baths, swim in Devil’s Bay’s clear water, then spend your afternoon drifting between beach bars at White Bay on Jost Van Dyke. Taste local cocktails like the Painkiller and fresh lobster quesadillas with your toes in warm sand. This tour leaves you sun-soaked and smiling long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.
St. John: Two-Tank Morning Dive Trip for Certified DiversYou’ll suit up early in Cruz Bay for a two-tank dive trip around St. John’s reefs, guided by local divemasters who know every current and coral head. Expect salty air, friendly faces, all scuba gear provided—and those quiet underwater moments that somehow linger long after you surface.
St Thomas: Island Hop & Food Boats with Snorkel & Beach ClubYou spend eight hours on the water visiting three islands, swimming at two snorkel sites, eating at two floating restaurants, and landing at a beach club—all without arranging transport, gear rental, or food separately. Pizza and an open bar are included; the boat adjusts to weather and group size, so no two days are identical.Is it for me?This works best if you want to see multiple islands and eat at places tourists usually miss without renting a boat or coordinating stops yourself—the shared boat and fixed itinerary handle all of that, and the weather-based changes mean the crew is steering around conditions instead of pushing through them.
Cruz Bay Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Sea TurtlesA 3-hour guided kayak and snorkel trip on St. John's north shore in Virgin Islands National Park, launching from Cruz Bay and paddling to Scott's Beach. You'll paddle across the harbor, snorkel over coral reef and seagrass beds where sea turtles, Caribbean fish and stingrays live, then paddle back. The company holds the only permit to operate at this location. Equipment, guide and a small chocolate bar and bottled water are included.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want to paddle and snorkel before the afternoon heat builds, or the afternoon slot if you prefer a later start. Either way, you're paddling yourself to the reef instead of watching from a tour boat—the effort is what puts you in the water with the turtles.
St. John Island Tour: Beaches & Sugar Plantation RuinsA private two-and-a-half-hour island tour of St. John, United States Virgin Islands, departing from Loredon Boynes Ferry Terminal in an open-air safari with a native guide, local commentary and stops at Caneel Bay, Hawksnest Beach, Trunk Bay, Maho Bay, Cinnamon Bay and the Annaberg Sugar Plantation. The guide picks the departure time you choose at booking, and the tour includes bottled water and soft drinks for the duration.Is it for me?Book the early or mid-morning departure if you want the best light for photos and the beaches less crowded; the afternoon slot works if you're arriving later or prefer a slower start to your day. The private format means the guide adjusts the pace and stops to your group's interests, and the two-and-a-half-hour length fits between a ferry arrival and lunch or between other activities without eating your whole day.
Snorkeling in St John with Lime Out floating taco barA full-day sailing and snorkeling activity in St John aboard a luxury catamaran, with a morning reef stop, afternoon lunch and open bar at Lime Out floating taco bar. The catamaran carries snorkel gear; two tacos and all beverages at Lime Out are included. The trip runs 6.5 hours and operates with a live English-speaking guide.Is it for me?The pace is leisurely—morning snorkel, then floating and lounging for the rest of the day—so this suits anyone who wants time in the water without rushing between stops. The catamaran handles all the sailing and navigation, and lunch is waiting when you arrive, so there's no planning or coordinating once you board.
St. John Sunset Sail & Champagne from the WestinYou board at the Westin, sail into Pillsbury Sound on a 65-foot catamaran with champagne and an open bar included, watch the sunset from the water with St. John's north shore beaches in view, and return in time for dinner. No driving, no planning the evening after — just the sail and the light.Is it for me?Book this if you want a romantic evening on the water without arranging a separate dinner reservation or transportation — the timing is built around getting you back to the Westin ready to eat, which is what makes it actually fit into your night instead of eating into it.
St Thomas to Jost Van Dyke & Willy-T: BVI Island HoppingYou board a boat from St Thomas and hit four islands in the British Virgin Islands: Jost Van Dyke with Foxy's bar, Soggy Dollar Bar at White Bay, a quick photo stop at Sandy Spit, and the Willy-T pirate ship at Norman Island. The crew clears customs, drinks flow all day, and you choose between hiking to the Bubbly Pool or relaxing between stops. Bring your passport and a towel for wading ashore.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see multiple islands and bars in one day without arranging your own boat or worrying about timing between stops — the fixed itinerary and included customs handling is what makes four distinct places fit into a single outing.
St John & Jost Van Dyke: Soggy Dollar Sail, Snorkel & BreakfastYou’ll sail from St John to Jost Van Dyke with breakfast on deck before snorkeling coral reefs in clear water. After clearing customs, spend lazy hours on White Bay—swim, nap in hammocks or try a Painkiller at Soggy Dollar Bar—before sailing home with an open bar and salt still on your skin.
St John: Historic Ruins & Beach Snorkel Tour, 4 HoursYou spend four hours moving between St John's colonial past and its beaches with a private driver-guide who knows both. You see the Annaberg Sugar Plantation ruins, swim or snorkel at Trunk Bay and Hawksnest Beach, and get views of Caneel Bay and Coral Bay Harbor. Hotel pickup and refreshing drinks are included, and the pace is set by what you want to do, not by a group schedule.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both the island's history and its beaches without arranging separate transport or timing yourself between sites—the private format and included pickup mean you're not coordinating logistics, just showing up and moving through the day at your own pace.
St John: Pizza Pi Snorkel Sail & Floating Food Boat LunchYou’ll sail out from St John on a catamaran with local crew, snorkel bright reefs around offshore cays, then get fresh pizza delivered right to your boat from Pizza Pi (the only floating food boat here). There’s an open bar after snorkeling and time to relax on a quiet beach before heading back—easygoing, sun-warmed and honestly pretty fun.
Virgin Islands: Private Sunset Boat Charter & SnorkelingYou’ll spend your afternoon skimming across turquoise Virgin Islands waters with a licensed captain, stopping to snorkel in quiet coves and maybe grab dinner from a floating pizza boat. There’s time for swimming, island hopping, or just soaking up the breeze as sunset colors spill across the sky — it’s relaxed but somehow unforgettable.
St John: Bareboat Zodiac Rental & Self-Guided Island HoppingYou rent a Zodiac RIB from Cruz Bay, get a safety briefing and snorkel gear, then navigate St John's coastline, coves and nearby islands entirely on your own schedule. No guide, no fixed itinerary, no group — just you, the boat and the water. Snorkel gear is included; you decide where to go and how long to stay.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to explore St John's coves and islands without a guide or fixed schedule — you set the pace and choose where to anchor. Plan for a moderate level of physical fitness and comfort handling a small motorboat; the briefing covers everything, but you're steering and making decisions once you leave the beach.
St. Thomas & St. John: Private Catamaran Day with SnorkelingYou’ll sail between St. Thomas and St. John on your own private catamaran, stopping to snorkel coral reefs teeming with turtles or relax on soft sand at Honeymoon Beach. Enjoy fresh pizza served by boat and sip local rum punch as you drift in Caribbean sun—ending your day feeling lighter than when you arrived.
Jost Van Dyke tour: Foxy's, Bubbly Pool & White BayThis full-day boat tour departs from either St. Thomas or St. John and takes you to Jost Van Dyke, a British Virgin Island known for its bars and beaches. You'll visit the world-famous Foxy's Bar in Great Harbor, hike to the Bubbly Pool at Foxy's Taboo, swim at White Bay, and stop at Sandy Spit Island and the Willy-T on the return. A valid passport is required, and international customs fees of $85 per person are paid on the day of the tour.Is it for me?Spend your day island-hopping between Jost Van Dyke's legendary bars—Foxy's, Corsairs, and Foxy's Taboo—with time to hike to Bubbly Pool or relax at White Bay's world-ranked beach.
St. John Island-Hopping Tour: Snorkel with Sea TurtlesA private boat charter from St. Thomas explores St. John's north and south shores by water, with stops at Maho Bay for sea turtles, Waterlemon Cay for coral, and quiet beaches accessible only by boat. The captain steers the route, snorkeling gear is provided, and you choose between a half-day or full-day trip on a 29' or 32' catamaran. Fuel is billed separately at $8 per gallon; food at floating vendors like Pizza Pi and Lime Out is your own cost.Is it for me?Book the half-day if you're squeezing the trip into an afternoon or your first time snorkeling and want a shorter introduction; the full-day suits anyone with a full morning and afternoon free who wants to hit both shores and see more of the island from the water. Choose the 29' catamaran for a smaller group or the 32' if your party is larger and you want more deck space.
St. John: Private Jeep Tour, Beaches & Coral Bay SightsYou’ll feel St. John’s rhythm from a Jeep seat—windows down, salt air in your hair—with stops at Trunk Bay’s blue shallows, Annaberg’s quiet ruins, and Coral Bay’s easygoing charm. A local guide shares stories as you snack or sip something cold above Windmill Bar’s view. It’s less about checking boxes and more about letting the island show off in its own way.
Private Snorkeling in the Virgin Islands: Boat Charter with GearA private boat charter in the Virgin Islands lets you snorkel at reefs, shipwrecks and beaches of your choice, with an English-speaking guide, snorkel gear and refreshments included. The boat is designed for comfort with reclining bow seats, and the day runs eight hours with pickup included. You pick the stops—whether that's Turtle Cove to dive with sea turtles, the 190-foot wreck of the Cartanza, or any of the beaches on St. John or St. Thomas—and end with an afternoon drink at a Cruz Bay beach bar.Is it for me?If you're staying in Cruz Bay or elsewhere without a car, pickup is included and the guide handles the logistics—you just show up and choose where to snorkel. The private boat means you're not locked into a group schedule or a set route, so the day moves at your pace and stops where you want to explore.
