21 tours · €150–€259 per person · ★ 5.0
Private boat charters in St Thomas are priced per vessel for the day, which makes them the best value on the island for groups of six or more. The 21 charters on this page were picked by hand after we read every listing and kept only operators rated 4.5★ or higher. The cheapest is a three hour sunset charter from €150 for the boat; the most expensive are full day luxury catamarans with crew, lunch and snorkel stops at St John and the cays.
A St Thomas boat charter listing gives a boat and a captain; fuel is usually included but the customs fee for the British Virgin Islands, food on some boats and the crew gratuity are not. Capacity is fixed by the vessel, so a cheaper powerboat for six beats a catamaran for twelve when you are four. Pickups are at Red Hook, Sapphire or the yacht haven near the cruise pier, and rough weather moves the route rather than cancels the day. The best reviewed St Thomas private charters come first below.
Whether you want to stay in the USVI or travel to the BVI book the Scout to enjoy a comfortable and dry ride all day. There are over 100 islands and c...
Embark on a BVI adventure with Carpe Diem Charters, your powerboat passport to paradise. Cruise turquoise waters, uncover hidden coves, and relish unf...
Your group will spend the day enjoying the many isles and harbors of the U.S and BVIs on your own private powerboat. MV Aquarius is a 2019, 31' Wellcr...
Spend the day on your own Luxury Yacht. This price is all inclusive for the Yacht, up to 12 people. You can select a half or full day charter. Visit t...
Your group will spend the day enjoying the many isles and harbors of the U.S. Virgin Islands on your own private powerboat. MV Aquarius is a 2019, 31'...
Let our professional captain and first mate show you around the Virgin Islands while catering to your needs. Soak up the sun on the aft deck or loung...
Tours and prices on this page last updated October 16, 2026
Editorial picks checked: October 7, 2026 · Ranked by Party fit, inclusions, route and duration, with ratings and reviews checked. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.
We reviewed 21 St Thomas boat listings to choose private charters by party size, inclusions and routes to St John or the British Virgin Islands.
For six, book the Half Day Charter at €904 per group/vehicle with snorkel gear, soda, water and beer; fuel is billed by use.
Book the St John private yacht at €1803 per group/vehicle for 6h, with lunch, drinks and snorkel gear; moderate fitness required.
For a full BVI day, book a private powerboat at €1544 per group/vehicle for 8h with snorkel gear and soft drinks; fuel and customs fees cost extra.
| Tour | Best for | Price | Rating | Duration | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USVI Private Powerboats, Half Day | Six on a half day | €904 per group/vehicle | 4.91★ (331) | 4h–7h | Fuel billed by actual use |
| Full Day Private Yacht, St John | St John with lunch and drinks | €1803 per group/vehicle | 4.98★ (103) | 6h | Moderate fitness required |
| Full Day Private Boat Charter, BVI | Full day in the BVI | €1544 per group/vehicle | 4.92★ (60) | 8h | Metered fuel and BVI customs fees extra |
| Half Day USVI, twenty-nine-foot vessel | Half day to St John | €691 per group/vehicle | 4.98★ (152) | 3h 30m | Fuel billed separately by usage |
| Private Half Day Catamaran to St John | Private sail for six or more | €150 per person | 4.99★ (131) | 3h 30m | Per person pricing, minimum six guests |
| Private Sunset Boat Charter | Six guests at sunset | €631 per group/vehicle | 4.99★ (170) | 3h | Fuel surcharge applies |
| Caribbean Blue Full Day Powerboat | Custom USVI powerboat route | €795 per group/vehicle | 5★ (199) | 7h 30m | Captain and fuel charged separately |
| Local Legend BVI Charter | BVI for up to twelve | €1771 per group/vehicle | 4.99★ (98) | 1h–11h | Fuel charged separately |
Our editorial picks require a rating of 4.5★ or higher and at least 50 traveler reviews. Read our methodology.
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*** PLEASE NOTE THAT CAPTAINS FEE, FUEL AND GRATUITY ARE NOT INCLUDED AND WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE! This is a USVI only boat charter. Allow one of...
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Sail with Liberty guests experience real sailing on our spacious, private catamaran. We sail you to the St John National Park for spectacular snorkeli...
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Explore the Virgin Islands in style and luxury aboard this beautiful 54 foot sailing yacht for an amazing full day (10am - 4pm) sailing excursion. Rel...
A day in the British Virgin Islands aboard our black Midnight Express 37' Open named Obsidian. Stand out from the crowd on this ultra luxurious and co...
Spend the day on your own Luxury Yacht. This price is all inclusive for the Yacht, up to 12 people. You can select a half or full day charter. Visit t...
Your group will spend the day enjoying the many isles and harbors of the U.S. Virgin Islands on your own private powerboat. MV Aquarius is a 2019, 31'...
Choose Caribbean Blue's Full Day Powerboat for a custom USVI route; choose the Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht for a private sail with half or full day options. For example, Caribbean Blue Full Day Powerboat: €795 per boat, rated 5 from 199 reviews; captain and fuel are extra. Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht: €1,449 per boat, rated 4.92 from 424 reviews. Divide either boat price by your party size.
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For a couple, start with the shared Max Charters sail at €259 per person; divide any per boat charter price by your party size. 19 of 20 private charters are priced per boat; their median boat price is €1,363. For example, Private Day Charter, Classic Sailboat: €1,267 per boat, rated 5 from 70 reviews. Full Day Sail with Max Charters: €259 per person, rated 4.99 from 136 reviews. Divide the vehicle price by your party size: this is a spread between different products, not a premium for the same trip.
Budget for captain and fuel on top of Caribbean Blue's Full Day Powerboat fare: both are charged separately, so the listed boat price is not the total cost. Caribbean Blue Full Day Powerboat: €795 per boat, rated 5 from 199 reviews; captain and fuel are extra. Full Day Private Yacht, St John: €1,803 per boat, rated 4.98 from 103 reviews; lunch, drinks and snorkel gear are included. That bundle does not establish its captain or fuel terms.
Book a half day if St John is your goal and you want part of the day free; the Private Half Day Catamaran to St John is an option for groups meeting its minimum party size. The 4 charters on this page also listed under St John Tours have a median duration of 5 hours. For example, Private Half Day Catamaran to St John: €150 per person, rated 4.99 from 131 reviews. The median covers complete outings, not just the crossing.
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Operator-marked wheelchair access: 2 of 20 private charters. Filter first, then confirm with the operator; for young children, filter for strollers and infants accepted. 2 of 20 private charters are operator-marked wheelchair accessible; 8 of 20 accept strollers and infants. These labels do not establish boarding arrangements or life jacket sizes. Full Day Private Yacht, St John: €1,803 per boat, rated 4.98 from 103 reviews; moderate fitness is required.
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Figures in these answers come from the 21 tours on this page, as of October 16, 2026.