Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas
Overview
Depart on your private island‑hopping adventure with Bonus Time Charters aboard one of our 29' or 32' Power Catamaran and explore the very best of St. John and St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands.
Your charter is fully customizable, but most half‑day (and sunset) trips focus on the scenic North Shore—stops like Maho Bay for sea turtles, the quiet sands of Scott Beach, and favorite beaches like Cinnamon Bay, Trunk Bay, and Honeymoon Beach. You’ll snorkel crystal-clear waters, soak up the views, and finish with a stop at Christmas Cove for fresh pizza from Pizza Pi, the famous floating pizzeria.
If you’ve got more time, a full-day charter lets you explore even more. Cruise the South Shore to spots like Salt Pond Bay, Little Lameshur, and Pelican Rock, or head all the way out to Lime Out in Coral Bay, a one-of-a-kind floating taco bar. You’ll have time to snorkel at Waterlemon Cay, check out quiet coves, and see the whole island from the water.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Water, Ice, and a Cooler
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Experienced Captain
- Lunch Any purchases at food destinations like Lime Out VI or Pizza Pi are the responsibility of the guests on board..
- Alcoholic beverages Feel free to bring your own beverages (BYOB), but please no glass bottles on board.
- Fuel is not included in the cost of the charter and will be billed based on usage at $8 USD/gallon.
- We recommend 20% of the cost of charter to your Captain if service is deemed excellent.
- Cruise port pick-up. If coming from a cruise, please taxi to American Yacht Harbor to meet us.
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Virgin Islands National Park (pass by)
Waterlemon Cay
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Maho Bay Beach
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Scott Bay Beach
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Christmas Cove
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-437754P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- Private transportation.
- Water, Ice, and a Cooler.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Experienced Captain.
- Lunch. Any purchases at food destinations like Lime Out VI or Pizza Pi are the responsibility of the guests on board.
- Alcoholic beverages. Feel free to bring your own beverages (BYOB), but please no glass bottles on board.
- Fuel is not included in the cost of the charter and will be billed based on usage at $8 USD/gallon.
- We recommend 20% of the cost of charter to your Captain if service is deemed excellent.
- Cruise port pick-up. If coming from a cruise, please taxi to American Yacht Harbor to meet us.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Water, Ice, and a Cooler
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Experienced Captain
- LunchAny purchases at food destinations like Lime Out VI or Pizza Pi are the responsibility of the guests on board..
- Alcoholic beveragesFeel free to bring your own beverages (BYOB), but please no glass bottles on board.
- Fuel is not included in the cost of the charter and will be billed based on usage at $8 USD/gallon.
- We recommend 20% of the cost of charter to your Captain if service is deemed excellent.
- Cruise port pick-up. If coming from a cruise, please taxi to American Yacht Harbor to meet us.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
