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Board MV Aquarius in Red Hook for a private 4–7 hour powerboat charter around St. Thomas and St. John. Snorkel vibrant reefs, sun on secluded beaches, and customize your itinerary for up to 12 guests.
Board MV Aquarius in Red Hook for a private 4–7 hour powerboat charter around St. Thomas and St. John. Snorkel vibrant reefs, sun on secluded beaches, and customize your itinerary for up to 12 guests.
The bow slices into turquoise like a promise — sunlight flashing off a clean hull, salt spray daring you to breathe deeper. On MV Aquarius, a 2019 31' Wellcraft powered by twin 300hp Yamahas, a private group of up to 12 can map a day around St. Thomas, St. John and the surrounding cays, jumping from coral-fringed bays to beaches that still feel like discovery.
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Operated by Seas the Day Charters and Tours · Red Hook, U.S. Virgin Islands
The bow slices into turquoise like a promise — sunlight flashing off a clean hull, salt spray daring you to breathe deeper. On MV Aquarius, a 2019 31' Wellcraft powered by twin 300hp Yamahas, a private group of up to 12 can map a day around St. Thomas, St. John and the surrounding cays, jumping from coral-fringed bays to beaches that still feel like discovery.
These islands wear history on their slopes: volcanic bedrock uplifted and carved by the sea, Danish colonial ports such as nearby Charlotte Amalie, and a maritime culture built on trade and reef fishing. The reefs here are living geology — fingered limestone and coral bommies that shelter parrotfish and green turtles — and locals’ rhythms still follow tides and market hours.
Expect a flexible itinerary: standard charters run 4–7 hours from American Yacht Harbor in Red Hook (Slip B24), with snorkeling gear, Bluetooth sound, water, soda and beer on board. You’ll get at least 1.5 hours recommended at each stop to snorkel, swim or beach-comb. If your group wants the British Virgin Islands, bring passports — BVI trips require a $68 per-person customs fee (cash) and may incur a $300 pickup surcharge and extra paperwork.
Practical edge: wear reef-safe sunscreen, bring a light coverup and non-marking water shoes for rocky snorkel entries, and take motion-sickness prevention if you’re sensitive. Confirm pick-up location and any additional fees when you book, and plan your day around midday light for the best underwater visibility.
easy.
4–7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels—participants should be comfortable climbing onboard, swimming short distances, and moving on a moving deck.
MV Aquarius departs from American Yacht Harbor in Red Hook, Slip B24; with advance notice pickups can sometimes be arranged at Yacht Haven Grande (Charlotte Amalie) or Cruz Bay (St. John) for an additional fee.
BVI visits require passports for all guests, a $68 cash customs fee per person payable on arrival, and may incur a $300 pickup surcharge—confirm availability and fees with the operator when booking.
Yes—snorkeling equipment is provided on board, but many guests prefer to bring a personal mask for fit and comfort.
The charter accommodates up to 12 guests; infants must sit on an adult’s lap and captains can advise on safety for young swimmers.
St. Thomas and its harbors grew as Danish colonial ports in the 17th–19th centuries before transfer to the United States in 1917, shaping local architecture and maritime trade.
Anchoring, sunscreens and litter are major pressures on reefs here; operators often follow no-anchor zones, use moorings when available, and encourage reef-safe products.
Seas the Day Charters and Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The bow slices into turquoise like a promise — sunlight flashing off a clean hull, salt spray daring you to breathe deeper. On MV Aquarius, a 2019 31' Wellcraft powered by twin 300hp Yamahas, a private group of up to 12 can map a day around St. Thomas, St. John and the surrounding cays, jumping from coral-fringed bays to beaches that still feel like discovery.
The bow slices into turquoise like a promise — sunlight flashing off a clean hull, salt spray daring you to breathe deeper. On MV Aquarius, a 2019 31' Wellcraft powered by twin 300hp Yamahas, a private group of up to 12 can map a day around St. Thomas, St. John and the surrounding cays, jumping from coral-fringed bays to beaches that still feel like discovery.
These islands wear history on their slopes: volcanic bedrock uplifted and carved by the sea, Danish colonial ports such as nearby Charlotte Amalie, and a maritime culture built on trade and reef fishing. The reefs here are living geology — fingered limestone and coral bommies that shelter parrotfish and green turtles — and locals’ rhythms still follow tides and market hours.
Expect a flexible itinerary: standard charters run 4–7 hours from American Yacht Harbor in Red Hook (Slip B24), with snorkeling gear, Bluetooth sound, water, soda and beer on board. You’ll get at least 1.5 hours recommended at each stop to snorkel, swim or beach-comb. If your group wants the British Virgin Islands, bring passports — BVI trips require a $68 per-person customs fee (cash) and may incur a $300 pickup surcharge and extra paperwork.
Practical edge: wear reef-safe sunscreen, bring a light coverup and non-marking water shoes for rocky snorkel entries, and take motion-sickness prevention if you’re sensitive. Confirm pick-up location and any additional fees when you book, and plan your day around midday light for the best underwater visibility.