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Half Day Private Boat Charter
5.0
12 Ratings
Central
Discover St. John and St. Thomas with a private boat charter. Explore hidden gems, swim with turtles, and relax on pristine beaches. Book your adventure now.
Duration:
4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Virgin Islands National Park - Our proposed itinerary brings you around the waters of Virgin Islands National Park on St. John in the USVI. The following is our suggested timeline to make the most of your day! Customized itineraries are also welcome!
- Waterlemon Cay - Explore another dazzling snorkel site with healthy populations of critically endangered elkhorn coral.
- Maho Bay Beach - Snorkel with sea turtles in this calm water bay on the north shore of St. John and Virgin Islands National Park.
- Scott Bay Beach - Explore this beautiful beach, accessible by boat, near the remnants of the old Caneel Bay Resort on St. John. Snorkel, relax, or explore for the remainder of our time on the water.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Water, Ice, and a Cooler
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Experienced Captain
What's Not Included
- Fuel Surcharge ($8 USD per gallon consumed, to be paid at the end of the trip)
- Gratuities (We recommend 20% of the cost of the trip for outstanding service).
- You may bring alcohol on board (please no glass containers). Must be 18 or older to consume. Alcohol costs from lunch stops are the responsibility of the guests.
- Any additional dockage fees
Additional Information
Embark on an island-hopping excursion with Bonus Time, your gateway to the unparalleled beauty of St. John and St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. Tailored to your preferences, our itineraries are a mix of celebrated destinations and secluded spots, ensuring an exclusive experience. Whether you’re boarding from St. Thomas or St. John, we’ve got you covered with convenient pick-up options to start your adventure seamlessly.
Guided by our knowledgeable captains, every location, from Maho Bay’s turtle-rich waters to the unspoiled beaches of Cinnamon Bay, Waterlemon Cay, and Caneel Bay, becomes a narrative of discovery.
For guests wanting to visit the waters of St. Thomas, the adventure includes options to visit the serene Honeymoon Beach on Water Island, the rich marine life of Turtle Cove at Buck Island, and the intriguing Cartanza shipwreck, culminating in a relaxing end at Christmas Cove.
- 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
Location
Virgin Islands National Park Service Headquarters
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Rakina_m
Jun 9, 2024
Had an amazing time! Was... - Had an amazing time! Was the best part of the whole trip. We had Andrew, he was very informative and took us to see everything we wanted to see and more. Definitely worth every penny and would book again!
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Wendy_m
Jun 2, 2024
Gorgeous Day on the water - Staff were amazing and really accommodating as our cruise came in late to port.. Gabe made sure we had a great afternoon with plenty of amazing snorkeling spots. Would highly recommend booking with them
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Robert_c
May 24, 2024
Fun Day in the Water! - We had Gabe as our captain and he was great. There were six of us and we were very comfortable on the boat. We stopped at three different snorkeling areas, each one different (turtles, fish, etc.) and he was a great guide. Overall, a perfect half day trip to St John and surrounding islands.
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Chaden2899
May 18, 2024
Best Boat Day!!! - FUN DAY!!! We had such a blast! Captain Danny was so much fun and accommodating for our group! He went out of his way to take care of us. We really enjoyed lunch at Pizza Pi, pizza was some and drinks were delicious! This is a must do!!
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Juliapj7039rl
May 13, 2024
Greatest day ever! - 3 generations enjoyed a day out on the water with the most amazing views. We snorkeled at Maho Beach and Water lemon Cay in St John and Ledges at Little Saint James. Captain Gabe and Danny were the best! They know the best spots and shared history along the way.
We ended the day with wonderful memories we will always treasure. We are so grateful for this awesome team!
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Shaughke
Apr 30, 2024
Great Day! - We stopped in St. Thomas on a cruise and booked with Bonus Time for a half day charter. They were easy to communicate with, easy to find and we had a great day. Captain Scott was so patient with the kids and took us to see many cool spots around St. Thomas and St. John, including a stop at Pizza Pi. They were flexible with our timing and we were able to make it back to the cruise ship with plenty of time. Would absolutely recommend this trip!
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N2356ritoddh
Apr 18, 2024
This Excursion Made our Entire Vacation - Bonus Time was a fantastic boat. Captain Scott took great care of us and planned an itinerary that catered to exactly what we wanted. We snorkeled incredible reefs and swam with sea turtles. This excursion made our trip. I couldn’t recommend Bonus Time or Scott any more!!
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Amy
Apr 9, 2024
Best Boat Day EVER - We had Captain Andrew for half day boat trip and he took us to Lime Out for lunch and an awesome snorkel spot! He catered to what we all collectively wanted to do and kept the good vibes going!! It was my birthday and I will seriously remember this day foreverrrr it was the best!
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J887ypcourtneyt
Apr 6, 2024
Everything you could ever want ! - Captain Andrew had all the best ideas for how to spend the day. We did everything on our bucket list! From limeout, to the best views of St. John, to snorkeling, and back, it was seamless. I would highly recommend spending your day on the water, it’s the best way to see it all!
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Vsherman1981
Mar 31, 2024
Truly Amazing! - Andrew took our family of 7 out for a half day charter! It was exceptional, we let him guide us and we were not disappointed! We swam with turtles, snorkeled in gorgeous water, swam off the side of the boat, and even saw a shipwreck! It was the best excursion of out trip!
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