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Board a 58' Viking Princess for a private day of snorkeling, sunbathing, and island-hopping between St. Thomas and St. John. With a captain, mate, snorkel gear, and an open bar included, this luxury charter blends comfort and exploration for groups up to 12.
Board a 58' Viking Princess for a private day of snorkeling, sunbathing, and island-hopping between St. Thomas and St. John. With a captain, mate, snorkel gear, and an open bar included, this luxury charter blends comfort and exploration for groups up to 12.
The bow lifts with a soft, engine-breathing sigh as Enchantment peels away from the dock. Sun hits the fore sunpad first, warming the vinyl like a welcome hand, and the trade winds, patient and insistent, push you toward turquoise pockets cut into the Virgin Islands: secret coves, reef rims, and beaches that still feel like discoveries.
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Operated by Sonic Charters · Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands
The bow lifts with a soft, engine-breathing sigh as Enchantment peels away from the dock. Sun hits the fore sunpad first, warming the vinyl like a welcome hand, and the trade winds, patient and insistent, push you toward turquoise pockets cut into the Virgin Islands: secret coves, reef rims, and beaches that still feel like discoveries.
This is a private 58-foot Viking Princess — a boat designed for comfort and range. With a captain who doubles as your guide and a mate to nurse cocktails and hand out snorkel masks, the day reads like a choose-your-own-adventure: an early run to Trunk Bay for clear-water snorkeling, a reef-side picnic off Maho Bay, or a lazy drift around Hawksnest to watch the light flatten the sea. The vessel’s air-conditioned salon and aft cabin with head mean you can alternate sun and shade without leaving the comfort that defines a luxury charter.
The islands themselves carry history in low stone ruins and salty roads. St. Thomas grew rich on 18th-century trade winds and sugar; St. John wears its colonial past inside Virgin Islands National Park, where coral gardens formed over millennia now guard the shoreline. Geologically, you’re skimming the edges of an older volcanic core topped by carbonate sands — the result is a coastline that moves abruptly from basalt cliffs to wide, soft beaches.
Local culture is present in small things: a reggae beat drifting from Cruz Bay, fishermen mending nets, and a captain who can point out where turtles congregate by the reef. If you’re tempted to cross into the British Virgin Islands, bring a passport — the sea will ask for it politely.
Practicalities sharpen the experience. Bookings run 4–8 hours and cater to groups up to 12 (though the boat seats 18). Snorkel gear, bottled water, breakfast, snacks, and an open bar are included, but note a fuel surcharge is collected at trip’s end. Morning charters offer calmer water for snorkeling; afternoons bring high sun and a warmer sea.
Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and a wind layer for the return run. If you’re prone to seasickness, pre-dose — the ocean can be playful and occasionally insistent. Expect pickup options at the Ritz-Carlton dock in St. Thomas, Cruz Bay’s National Park Dock on St. John, or the AYH fuel dock in Red Hook. Cancellation is flexible: full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours prior.
A luxury day on Enchantment isn’t just a ride — it’s a way to shape your day against islands that keep their edges sharp and their waters persuasive. Whether you want to float over coral, film a sunset from the stern, or simply let the ocean carry you between two islands, this charter hands you the map and the captain’s calm confidence to follow it.
easy.
4–8 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; guests should be able to climb aboard and handle short swims when snorkeling.
The yacht seats up to 18 but charters are capped at 12 guests for optimal comfort.
Yes, snorkel equipment is provided for all guests as part of the charter inclusions.
A passport is required if your itinerary includes stops in the British Virgin Islands; inform the operator when booking.
Price includes captain and mate, breakfast, bottled water, snacks, snorkel gear, and an open bar; fuel surcharge is extra.
Typical pickup points are the Ritz-Carlton dock (St. Thomas), Cruz Bay National Park Dock (St. John), and the AYH fuel dock in Red Hook.
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a full refund; trips may be canceled for bad weather.
St. Thomas and St. John grew around sugar plantations and maritime trade; remnants of colonial-era ruins and stone walls dot the shoreline and hills.
The area is part of active marine-conservation efforts—practice reef-safe sun care, avoid standing on coral, and follow crew guidance to minimize impact.
Sonic Charters operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The bow lifts with a soft, engine-breathing sigh as Enchantment peels away from the dock. Sun hits the fore sunpad first, warming the vinyl like a welcome hand, and the trade winds, patient and insistent, push you toward turquoise pockets cut into the Virgin Islands: secret coves, reef rims, and beaches that still feel like discoveries.
The bow lifts with a soft, engine-breathing sigh as Enchantment peels away from the dock. Sun hits the fore sunpad first, warming the vinyl like a welcome hand, and the trade winds, patient and insistent, push you toward turquoise pockets cut into the Virgin Islands: secret coves, reef rims, and beaches that still feel like discoveries.
This is a private 58-foot Viking Princess — a boat designed for comfort and range. With a captain who doubles as your guide and a mate to nurse cocktails and hand out snorkel masks, the day reads like a choose-your-own-adventure: an early run to Trunk Bay for clear-water snorkeling, a reef-side picnic off Maho Bay, or a lazy drift around Hawksnest to watch the light flatten the sea. The vessel’s air-conditioned salon and aft cabin with head mean you can alternate sun and shade without leaving the comfort that defines a luxury charter.
The islands themselves carry history in low stone ruins and salty roads. St. Thomas grew rich on 18th-century trade winds and sugar; St. John wears its colonial past inside Virgin Islands National Park, where coral gardens formed over millennia now guard the shoreline. Geologically, you’re skimming the edges of an older volcanic core topped by carbonate sands — the result is a coastline that moves abruptly from basalt cliffs to wide, soft beaches.
Local culture is present in small things: a reggae beat drifting from Cruz Bay, fishermen mending nets, and a captain who can point out where turtles congregate by the reef. If you’re tempted to cross into the British Virgin Islands, bring a passport — the sea will ask for it politely.
Practicalities sharpen the experience. Bookings run 4–8 hours and cater to groups up to 12 (though the boat seats 18). Snorkel gear, bottled water, breakfast, snacks, and an open bar are included, but note a fuel surcharge is collected at trip’s end. Morning charters offer calmer water for snorkeling; afternoons bring high sun and a warmer sea.
Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and a wind layer for the return run. If you’re prone to seasickness, pre-dose — the ocean can be playful and occasionally insistent. Expect pickup options at the Ritz-Carlton dock in St. Thomas, Cruz Bay’s National Park Dock on St. John, or the AYH fuel dock in Red Hook. Cancellation is flexible: full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours prior.
A luxury day on Enchantment isn’t just a ride — it’s a way to shape your day against islands that keep their edges sharp and their waters persuasive. Whether you want to float over coral, film a sunset from the stern, or simply let the ocean carry you between two islands, this charter hands you the map and the captain’s calm confidence to follow it.