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The 15 Best Private Tours in the Virgin Islands

44 tours  ·  from $70 a head

Good private tours fill up while you are still deciding, and the best of them go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Snorkel & Swim with Turtles. Semi Private Tour to Buck Island & Honeymoon Beach - What happens when the sea is rough
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Snorkel & Swim with Turtles. Semi Private Tour to Buck Island & Honeymoon Beach

1.Snorkel & Swim with Turtles. Semi Private Tour to Buck Island & Honeymoon Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 661 reviews · from $160Our pick

Join Seas the Day Charters for a four-hour boat trip from Havensight Cruise Pier to Turtle Cove or Brewers Bay and Honeymoon Beach. Snorkel with turtles and tropical fish, then enjoy beer, soda, and water. Captains such as Rusty, Mike, Dave, JW, and JP may lead the trip. Lunch and beach-bar drinks cost extra.

“Rusty was our Captain and we couldn’t have handled picked a better guy. Our trip was fantastic! Will recommend to friends.”

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50' Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience - Secret Harbour and the east end of St. Thomas
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50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

2.50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 606 reviews Top rated

Take a private 50-foot catamaran from Red Hook for four to seven hours around St. Thomas, St. John, and nearby cays. Your captain, often including crew such as Maddy, Alex, JW, or Dave, helps shape the route around snorkeling, beaches, and lunch. The boat carries up to 12 people and includes floats, snorkel gear, water, soda, beer, and rum punch. BVI trips are not available.

“Dave was very knowledgeable and a great host. Highly recommended! Will use again next time we return for sure!”

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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter - Sail, Beach, Snorkel. - Building your route around snorkeling and beach time
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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

3.Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews

Set sail from Havensight aboard S/Y Pisces, a 47-foot Leopard catamaran with room for up to 12 people. Your captain and first mate can shape the day around snorkeling, turtle watching, beach time, island views, and music from your phone. Beer, rum punch, soda, water, floats, snorkel gear, and a restroom are included.

“Our captain Ann Marie and her crew were amazing and made our experience on the boat perfect! Thanks again!”

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The Best of St Thomas Private Sightseeing Tour - Frenchtown adds a local coastal view
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The Best of St Thomas Private Sightseeing Tour

4.The Best of St Thomas Private Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 332 reviews

Spend about six hours touring St. Thomas in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide. Stop at Drake’s Seat, Mountain Top, historic Charlotte Amalie, the St. Thomas Synagogue, Frenchtown, Magen’s Bay, and possibly Coki Point. Guides such as Jason, Raymond, Sinclair, Smitty, and Mikey tailor the pace, explain island history, and take photos with your camera.

“Mr. St. Clair was terrific! About an hour into our tour, he, my three sisters and I were all “old” friends. We could not have had a better, more enjoyable day! Two terrific beaches! And like a very nice “husband,” he was very tolerant of our shopping!”

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Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today! - Cinnamon Bay and the slower side of the north coast
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Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!

5.Book Your Private Two and a Half Hour Island Tour today!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 312 reviews · from $150

Explore St. John in a private vehicle with local guides such as Hibiscus, Evans, and Ron. In 2.5 hours, you’ll see Caneel Bay, Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay, Annaberg Sugar Plantation, Coral Bay, and views toward the British Virgin Islands. Bottled water and select hotel transfers are included, with time to tailor the route to your group.

“Great trip! Lasted around 3 hours and very informative. Our guide Ron did a fantastic job! I would highly recommend requesting him for your trip.”

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Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter - Snorkeling off St. John
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Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

6.Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews

Set out from St. Thomas with a Stormy Pirates captain and up to five companions aboard a private Yamaha-powered boat. Shape the day around St. John beaches, reef snorkeling, Sea Turtles, Lime Out tacos, pirate stories, and island views. Bottled water, soda, rum punch, and beer are included, but lunch, fuel, and a restroom are not.

“Our family has been traveling to St. John for nearly 10 years. We always reserve a private boat charter for one day during our stay. Every other charter has always been top notch. Unfortunately, I can not say the same about our Stormy Pirates Read more”

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USVI Private Boat Charters - New, Fast Powerboats for Half and Full Day - Leaving American Yacht Harbor in Red Hook
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USVI Private Boat Charters – New, Fast Powerboats for Half and Full Day

7.USVI Private Boat Charters – New, Fast Powerboats for Half and Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 301 reviews

Take a private 31-foot Wellcraft from American Yacht Harbor and let your captain shape the day around snorkeling, beaches, and St. Thomas or St. John. Captain Mike, Bryan, Aaron, Ro, Amanda, Sammy, and Hillary have all led highly praised trips, but your assigned captain may differ. Bring lunch, reef-safe sunscreen, and a willingness to change plans with the weather.

“Captain Bryan promised a great time for our family of four (2 adults/2 kids ages 8 and 10), and he certainly delivered! He helped us choose an itinerary, gave us realistic expectations, and made excellent recommendations (it helps that he really listened to us to see what we were trying to get out of this trip). Never felt rushed or stressed, but he kept us on time to get the most out of our experience. We will definitely return and would recommend this adventure to anyone!”

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Private Fast Power Catamaran. Full or Half Day for Beach Hopping, Snorkel & Swim - Trunk Bay, Scott Bay, Maho Bay, and Magens Bay
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Private Fast Power Catamaran. Full or Half Day for Beach Hopping, Snorkel & Swim

8.Private Fast Power Catamaran. Full or Half Day for Beach Hopping, Snorkel & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews

Charter the 36-foot MV Poseidon from Red Hook for 4 to 7 hours with up to 12 people. Your captain, including Holly, Amanda, Wallens, or Bryan, shapes the route around snorkeling, beaches, turtles, and island bars. Snorkel gear, water, soda, beer, park fees, and mooring permits are included, while fuel and gratuity cost extra.

“My family of 4 had an amazing day on the Poseidon with Captain Wallins. The boat was bigger than we needed, but it was so nice to not be on a ride with 30+ people. Wallins was so easy to get along with, knowledgeable and made my family feel very safe. We wanted to snorkel and he knew exactly what we would see at each stop (sea turtles, star fish, stingray, tropical fish, sunken sail boat, etc). Would definitely recommend to any of our friends.”

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Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour with Star Fish Tours & Taxi - Caneel Bay, Hawksnest, and Oppenheimer Beach
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Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour with Star Fish Tours & Taxi

9.Private Four Hour Historic/Beach Tour with Star Fish Tours & Taxi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · from $287

Spend four hours touring St. John with guides such as Evans, Ron, or Hibiscus. Visit Trunk Bay, Maho Bay, Annaberg Sugar Plantation, Coral Bay, and Bordeaux Mountain, with time to swim, relax, or adjust the route to suit your group.

“There's time for a quick stop to swim OR stop for lunch (The Windmill has good food, staff and a fantastic view from a high peak).”

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Private Full Day, Fun Day Aboard SY Mazu - Luxury Gemini Legacy Catamaran - What the Gemini Legacy 35 feels like on the water
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Private Full Day, Fun Day Aboard SY Mazu – Luxury Gemini Legacy Catamaran

10.Private Full Day, Fun Day Aboard SY Mazu – Luxury Gemini Legacy Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews

You’ll spend seven hours aboard SY Mazu or SY Neptune, a Gemini Legacy 35 catamaran sailing from Red Hook for up to eight people. Captain choices may include JP, Maddy, Alex, Heather, Ben, or JW. Expect snorkeling, sea turtles, secluded coves, rum punch, and a flexible route around St. Thomas and St. John.

“Beautiful boat, well maintained, and comfortable. The captain and mate did everything to make it a wonderful day. Highly recommend.”

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Private Luxury Charter Aboard New Multi-Deck Lagoon Catamaran - How the seven-hour route usually unfolds
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Private Luxury Charter Aboard New Multi-Deck Lagoon Catamaran

11.Private Luxury Charter Aboard New Multi-Deck Lagoon Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 115 reviews

Sail from Charlotte Amalie on a Lagoon 420 catamaran with Captain Hillary, Captain Vic, or another local crew member. You’ll snorkel near St. Thomas or nearby cays, look for turtles and rays, then stop at a beach such as Honeymoon Beach. Drinks, gear, a restroom, and a flexible itinerary are included.

“Amazing experience! Captain Vic was awesome! Very knowledgeable of the area and got to snorkel with sea turtles!”

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Private Open-Air Jeep Adventure with Tropic Sun –Hidden Beaches - Brewer’s Bay offers a calmer first beach stop
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Private Open-Air Jeep Adventure with Tropic Sun –Hidden Beaches

12.Private Open-Air Jeep Adventure with Tropic Sun –Hidden Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews

Ride with Tropic Sun guides Scott, Rena, or Carlos in a private open-air Jeep around St. Thomas. Expect a flexible half-day of hidden beaches, historic ruins, scenic overlooks, snorkeling stops, and cruise-port pickup. Chairs, umbrellas, water, beach gear, and rum punch are available.

“The Best Way to See St. Thomas! Our open-air Jeep tour with Tropic Sun on October 8 was absolute perfection. Scott, our guide, made the day unforgettable — he was friendly, easy to talk to, and incredibly knowledgeable about the island. Not once did the conversation feel forced or awkward; it just felt like spending the day exploring with a friend who knows every hidden gem. We visited Brewer’s Bay, Hull Bay, and Magen’s Bay, plus several breathtaking overlooks that showed off the island’s beauty from every angle. The final stop was a secluded beach that felt straight out of a dream — peaceful, private, and absolutely stunning. The tour…”

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Full Day Private Charter, Snorkel St. John (12 guests, 55’ yacht) - Maho Bay and its sea turtles
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Full Day Private Charter, Snorkel St. John (12 guests, 55’ yacht)

13.Full Day Private Charter, Snorkel St. John (12 guests, 55’ yacht)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · from $797

Blue Dream Charters takes up to 12 people from Sapphire Beach Marina on a six-hour private yacht trip around St. Thomas, St. John, and nearby islands. Your captain shapes the route, with stops such as Maho Bay, Honeymoon Beach, Lovango Cay, and Trunk Bay. Snorkel gear, an open bar, and a fresh lunch are included.

“We had a wonderful day with Zack and Camille. We will 100 percent do this again on our next trip. We couldn’t have asked for better host/captains. This day has been our best day here!”

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Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas - A half-day route with a lot packed in
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Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas

14.Half or Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews

Set out from St. Thomas with Bonus Time Charters on a private 29 or 32-foot power catamaran. Captain Bryan, Andrew, Steve, or Scott can shape your route around snorkeling, beaches, turtles, floating restaurants, and island views. Half-day trips often visit Maho Bay, Scott Beach, and Christmas Cove. Full-day trips can reach Waterlemon Cay, Lime Out, Salt Pond Bay, and Little Lameshur.

“We had an amazing time. Brian customized the trip and took us to amazing snorkel sites. We saw so many fish— we also saw a shark, squid, and sting ray! Incredible experience.”

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Full Day Private Charter on Luxury Catamaran Sailing. - Choosing between Maho, Lovango Cay, and Christmas Cove
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Full Day Private Charter on Luxury Catamaran Sailing.

15.Full Day Private Charter on Luxury Catamaran Sailing.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $250

Leave Red Hook at 8:30 a.m. aboard Second Chance, a private luxury catamaran with Ivy, TL, Justin, and crew. Choose two or three snorkeling stops around St. Thomas and St. John, then relax on trampoline bean bags, hammock chairs, or paddle boards. Lunch, snorkel gear, drinks, and rum punch are included.

“Truly the best charter experience we've ever had! (and we've done a lot of them) It was like Ivy and TL opened their home to us to share the day. They accommodated every request we had and made the day incredible. We were married Read more”

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★ 4.0St Thomas Private Group Tour (11 or more ppl)From $825 reviews
★ 4.5St Thomas Half Day Private Tour (1-10 ppl)10 reviews
★ 5.0Full Day Saint Thomas Private Group Excursion3 reviews
★ 5.0Private Round Trip Airport Transfer in St. Thomas Virgin Islands21 reviews
★ 5.0Half-Day Private Charter from St John21 reviews
★ 5.0Private Beach Hopping Day Your Way TourFrom $27516 reviews
★ 5.0Luxury Sightseeing & Shopping Private Tour – 3 Hours32 reviews
★ 5.0Vi Top Taxi &Tours USVI-St Thomas Private Group-Island Tour44 reviews
★ 5.0Private Half-Day Guided Snorkeling Charter in St. Thomas46 reviews
★ 5.0Luxury Private Sunset Cruise for up to 6 guests36 reviews
★ 5.0Private Luxury Transportation from St. Thomas Airport to Hotel43 reviews
★ 5.0Luxury Private Tour in ST.Thomas(6per group)From $59542 reviews
★ 5.0Full-Day Private Boat Charter from St. John or St. Thomas35 reviews
★ 5.0Explore St. John, Beaches and National Park Private Tour45 reviews

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