St. John is a beautiful island with many different things to do, from snorkeling to hiking and more. But you can't come to Finisterre St. John without going out on a boat trip! Who doesn't want to go out on a private tour around the Islands?

So, if you're ready for a day of fishing or sightseeing, you'll want to go through one of these boat charters in St. John.

Note: We have included links to each boat charter so that you can see what they offer and their prices. If you decide to book with one of the charters, make sure to book with Jen, our villa’s private concierge. She’ll make sure everything is taken care of and that you get the best pricing!

#1 Big Blue Excursions

Big Blue Excursions offers a range of tours from snorkeling and sightseeing trips to fishing, island hopping, and just about anything else you want to do! Their fleet is made up of modern boats with expert staff who are ready to take you out on whatever tour strikes your fancy!

Big Blue Excursions have some of the best captains and really go out of their way to make sure your boat charter is exceptional. They also have some of the nicest boat charters in St. John - including:

41 Ft Custom Calypso Marine
31 Ft Grady White
50 Ft Fountaine Pajot Sailing Vessel

They have full-day, half-day, and sailboat options. They offer very reasonable rates that range from $600 and up depending on what kind of adventure you want to go out on!

#2 Ocean Runner USVI

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Ocean Runner USVI is one of the best fishing charters in St. John USVI. But they offer more than just fishing, they have a wide range of tours for whatever your needs are. They have fishing trips, sightseeing tours including the Baths and Norman Island, private charters, snorkeling adventures, sunset cruises - you name it!

They have everything from small boats perfect for taking out just one or two people to luxury yachts that can hold up to 12 guests! Their 47’ Sea Ray Sundancer yacht is great if you want something more laid back but their Boston Whaler Bareboat is also available with all-day rates.

They offer three main types of boat trips in St. John USVI:

Bareboat rentals
Captained Charters
Luxury Charters

You won't find better prices on boat rentals in St John anywhere else - so check them out today before they book up!

#3 Wharfside Watersports

Wharfside Watersports is a one-stop-shop for Dinghy Rentals and Zodiac Bareboats. They are located in the Wharfside Village not far from the Cruz Bay Ferry Dock. They offer very affordable rates whether you want to have fun exploring St John, USVI by yourself or with family.

You can:

Be your own captain and rent their new 25hp 12' inflatables
Explore St. John with their 22' Zodiacs NZO'S

When talking about boat charters in the Virgin Islands, they are another excellent choice in St. John.

#4 Voodoo VI

Voodoo VI is a boat charter designed for luxury. They focus on luxury amenities for all their customers to enjoy while in St. John. Their luxury private excursions are geared towards important events such as weddings, corporate parties, reunions, and birthdays. If you're celebrating one of those, Voodoo VI is the boating charter for you!

For something outside of those private events, they also offer three different types of charters:

Day trips
Sunset Sails
Night Snorkeling

Their prices will vary depending on what you are looking for, so make sure to look at each individual type of trip for the exact price.

#5 Just Fish St. John

Last, but certainly not least on our list, is Just Fish St. John. They are a very popular boat charter in St. John USVI and have been running for years. They offer many different types of charters but make sure you book early because they can fill up fast.

They specialize in trolling for big fish, such as Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin, and others. They operate out of three separate fishing boats that seat up to 6 anglers and they also provide all of the equipment you'll need for a fishing trip in St. John.

With these guys you are pretty much guaranteed to catch all the fish you'll want! So if fishing is your deal, then you should really consider Just Fish.

#Bonus (Island Roots Charters)

Ok, we know we said it was the top five, but we’re throwing in one more bonus boat charter…. Island Roots Charters (IRC). They’re one of the most recommended boat charters in St. John and this list wouldn’t be complete without including them. They’ve consistently been ranked in the top ten of all ‘Outdoor Activities’ in the Virgin Islands.

They have a variety of boats and itineraries to choose from, so make sure to check them out as well!

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Whether you are looking to go night snorkeling, catch some fish, or go island hopping on a luxury yacht, these are the best boat charters in St. John USVI. Each one provides exceptional services, so once you book your luxury villa in St. John, make sure to reserve a fishing trip with one of these captains!

Before booking with one of these boat charters, please contact our villa’s private concierge, Jen, so that you can get the best pricing.