Do I need a passport for this trip?

Yes—travel between the U.S. Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands requires a passport for international entry and re-entry.

Is fuel included in the quoted price?

The private charter price lists fuel as included, but operators note additional customs and fuel costs may apply depending on itinerary.

What is the group size limit?

This private charter accommodates up to 11 people.

Can I snorkel on the trip?

Yes—snorkel stops near St. John and around Jost Van Dyke are commonly added; bring your own mask or request rentals when booking.

How do I make a deposit or pay cash?

Online booking is set up for full payment; to reserve with a deposit or pay cash, call 727.249.7295.

Is the Bubbly Pool always accessible?

Access depends on swell and sea state—your captain will assess conditions and choose safe mooring or an alternate stop if needed.

Private Jost Van Dyke Charter: Soggy Dollar, Foxy's, Sandy Spit & Bubbly Pool | Self-Guided Tour | Water Activities

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Spend an eight-hour private charter exploring Jost Van Dyke’s famous bars and pristine sand cays. Swim to Soggy Dollar, enjoy Foxy’s music, drop anchor at Sandy Spit, and take the Bubbly Pool when conditions allow—fuel included for up to 11 guests.

8 Hours

easy

From $1,743.70

On a sun-bright day in the British Virgin Islands, the shoreline of Jost Van Dyke unfurls small white beaches, reef-fringed snorkel sites, and a handful of world-famous bars that have defined Caribbean island time for decades. This private eight-hour charter departs from ports in the U.S. Virgin Islands—meeting points include Sapphire Marina, St Thomas, Cruz Bay, St John, and Lovango—and puts Soggy Dollar, Foxy’s, Sandy Spit and the Bubbly Pool on your schedule. With room for up to eleven guests and fuel included in the $1899 private rate, the trip is built for flexible, social days: swim ashore to the Soggy Dollar Bar, roll up to Foxy’s for live music and Painkillers, lounge on the ephemeral sandbar at Sandy Spit, or hike the rocks to the Bubbly Pool when swell allows.

The shoreline here is limestone and coral reef sculpted by wind and waves; expect wide white sand, wind-swept palms, and clear turquoise shallows where turtle grass gives way to coral bommies. The Bubbly Pool is a natural jetty and tidal pocket where surf rushes through volcanic rock, creating a bubbly, spa-like basin; Sandy Spit is a tiny coral cay that appears and shrinks with tide and season. Snorkel stops near St. John reveal fringing reefs and schools of parrotfish, stoplight wrasse, and the occasional hawksbill turtle.

Beyond the beaches, this route is cultural shorthand for the BVI lifestyle: Soggy Dollar Bar claims early-1970s origins as a barefoot hangout, and Foxy’s holds decades of music and community gatherings that helped set the island’s public reputation. Passports are required for international travel, and operators note that additional customs and fuel costs may apply depending on itinerary—ask about payment and deposits by calling 727.249.7295.

This charter is ideal for small groups, families, or couples who want a private day with options: snorkel, swim, beach-hop, or linger over lunch and cocktails. Weather and sea state shape the day; the captain’s local knowledge keeps everyone safe and points out the best moorings and protected coves. The operator encourages reef-safe sunscreen, careful anchoring in mooring fields, and leaving no trace on the tiny sand cays.

Practically: bring reef shoes for rocky landings, a dry bag for electronics, and a sense of flexibility—plans change for swell and customs windows. Whether you aim for lazy beach time or energetic snorkeling, this private BVI run delivers a concentrated, unforgettable sample of Caribbean island life.

Bookings are set up for online payment but the operator accepts deposit or cash reservations by phone; ask about group splits and requests for onboard snacks. Plan to bring ID, reef-safe sunscreen, and a light windbreaker for passages between islands—the boat can be breezy after midday, and children should wear life jackets during crossings.

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