Private Boat Charter USVI: Unforgettable full-day Exploration of Secluded Beaches and Crystal Waters

Embark on an unforgettable full-day private boat charter in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Explore secluded beaches, crystal-clear waters, and indulge in superb snorkeling and floating restaurants. Join Island Roots for the best day of your vacation!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • St. John - Discover areas of the island that are unreachable by car or hiking paths. Explore the surrounding cays of St. John and snorkel in pristine reefs that aren’t mentioned in guidebooks!
  • Maho Bay Beach - Swim alongside sea turtles in the tranquil and shallow waters of Maho Bay.
  • Waterlemon Cay - Snorkel among vibrant fish in a…
What's Included
  • Snorkel equipment of all sizes included
  • Easy water access with ladder and swim platform
  • Complimentary cooler with ice and bottled water
  • Cushioned seating options in both shade and sun
  • Onboard state-of-the-art Bluetooth stereo system
What's Not Included
  • ADDITIONAL $200-$350 Fuel Surcharge (NOT INCLUDED IN CHARTER FEE)
  • ADDITIONAL USD 200-USD 300 Suggested Gratuity (generally 15%-25% of the total expense)
  • Additional $50 per person passenger fee (ONLY IF OVER six passengers)
Additional Information

The U.S. Virgin Islands offer an unparalleled maritime experience!

Discover azure seas, private sandy shores, fantastic diving opportunities, floating eateries, and unusual waterfront pubs at your leisure. With countless options, your most memorable vacation day awaits!

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Our skippers, some with a lifetime’s worth of local experience, can offer…

Location
Just Fish St. John
Departure point: Cruz Bay National Park Service Headquarters Dock Directions: The small square parking lot immediately across from Morgans Mango and Margarita Phil’s is the best place to unload guests and gear. There are a number of free and pay to park areas throughout Cruz Bay.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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P711yepennys
May 19, 2025
Awesome full day charter with Ryan - Our family booked the full day charter from St Thomas. Ryan was fantastic and helped us map out a great day of fun. We went to the baths, Willie T’s, a couple of beautiful beaches, and Soggy Dollar. He was very knowledgeable about the islands and had a lot of interesting facts to share. An awesome day….would highly recommend!
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Kimstjohn
May 1, 2025
Let’s snorkel! - April 22, 2025 We go with Island Roots every time we visit St. John and have never been disappointed. Snorkeling is our focus, and Capt. Ivan had great recommendations! Taking weather conditions into consideration, we hit 7 snorkeling spots along the south side of the island. We love experiencing places accessible only by boat. Island Roots offers a comfortable and fun filled day, a highlight of our trip!
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Geofunk44
Apr 18, 2025
Best part of our trip to St Thomas!! - Beautiful boat, Captain Troy was great, amazing experience. He took us to several gorgeous snorkeling spots where we saw sea turtles, tons of pretty fish and even a huge lobster!
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Bonnieal
Apr 7, 2025
Boating and Smiles!! - We have been on Island Roots Charter in the past and never disappoints!! Jordan the owner is great! He helps understand what we all wanted to do! There were 6 of us and we did the extended USVI out of the Westin Beach and had a fabulous time!! Captain Andrew was the best! We have had Captain Max in the past but he had another commitment. Andrew made our day special! We went to a few snorkel places and then to Lime Out that was a hoot to eat tacos on floating Lily Pads! The memories we made were priceless and look forward to our next adventure! Thank you Island Roots for the magical day!
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48shaneb
Mar 10, 2025
Fantastic Day on STJ - We have booked many charters on STJ and have enjoyed all of them, but the experience we had with Captain Ivan at Island Roots Charters was arguably the best! He was so accommodating to our group of six which had all age ranges and a variety of levels for snorkeling. His deep knowledge of the history of STJ was very insightful and we cannot thank Ivan enough for our day. As for the boat… handled the waves and swells amazingly and was an extremely comfortable experience. Thank you and looking forward to next time!
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Wendy
Feb 3, 2025
Best day out on the water - Captain Troy picked us up at the National Park visitors center. We cruised around the entire island with a few stops along the way. We snorkeled and had lunch at Lime Out. It was a perfect day from start to finish. Highly recommend this amazing day on the water.
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T2265uzsharond
Dec 22, 2024
Best part of our family vacation!! - A full day with Enzo at Island Roots was the highlight of our family vacation! We explored St John waters….had multiple stops for amazing snorkeling…and he was a delight to spend the day with! Our entire family of 5 are grateful for the day!
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F4285ubmadisonb
Oct 14, 2024
Amazing day on the water - Our private boat charter was an unforgettable experience, thanks to our amazing captain, Enzo! As a local to the area, he had incredible knowledge of the region and made our trip feel extra special. He customized the itinerary perfectly to suit our group's preferences, taking us to hidden gems, including great snorkeling areas, boat wreckages, and an amazing lunch spot we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. Enzo was also informative, sharing fascinating insights about the local history, wildlife, and culture, which added so much to the experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better day on the water and would recommend Island Root Charters and Captain Enzo to everyone!
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Seaside49343049865
Oct 12, 2024
Look No Further !! - Look no further! Jason was our Captain and the owner. He was able to fit us in last minute, SCORE! His boat is new, beautiful, comfortable and lightning fast. He took us to 3 different snorkel spots each with different topography that were calm and smooth to sail. He watched us closely and gave us our space to do drift snorkels. We basically just floated along the current. It was so relaxing. (Like swimming in a giant fish tank). Nurse sharks came right up to the boat and lots of fish and tons of different corals and beautiful sea fans. It was mesmerizing. Thank you for such a wonderful day!
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Twallace777
Jul 27, 2024
Island Roots Charters, pick them! - Boat was in good shape as was all the gear. The snorkeling gear was excellent. Jason worked with us to set an itinerary for the day, we departed St. John, cleared British customs on Jost Van Dyle, went to Sandy Spit, over to Norman Island to snorkel the caves, then lunch at Willy Ts. More snorkeling at the Indians and finally the rest of the time at Jost Van Dyke at the Soggy Dollar. Jason was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend Jason! The cost relative to othwr operators was better ad well! Definately seek out Island Roots for your charter needs in the USVI!
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From $1,295 (Per Boat)
up to 12 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).