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When you are planning your day on the water, there are so many great options. Nate and his team will sit down with you and map out a great itinerary that everyone will enjoy. If you have a valid passport and would love to check out the British Virgin Islands, let Nate’s Custom Charters and St. Thomas Boat Charters show you the best of the BVI. Here is a list of our top 10 favorite spots that we think you should check out.

1. The Baths (Virgin Gorda)

• Huge granite boulders forming caves and pools.
• One of the most famous natural attractions in the Caribbean.
• Go early to avoid the crowds.

2. White Bay (Jost Van Dyke)

• Powder-soft sand & turquoise water.
• Home of the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar (the Painkiller cocktail was born here).
• Perfect chill beach day.

3. The Indians (near Norman Island)

• Top snorkeling and diving site.
• Coral reefs full of tropical fish.
• Great if you’re island hopping by boat.

4. Anegada

• Flat coral island (very different from the others).
• Famous for Anegada lobster.
• Stunning secluded beaches like Loblolly Bay.

5. Cane Garden Bay (Tortola)

• Popular beach with restaurants & live music.
• Great sunsets.
• Easy access by boat.
• Excellent beach bars and food options.

6. Smugglers Cove (Tortola)

• More secluded and peaceful.
• How Soggy Dollar was 20 years ago.
• Calm water and great snorkeling.
• Less crowded.

7. Foxy’s (Jost Van Dyke)

• Iconic beach bar.
• Famous New Year’s Party.
• Traditional Caribbean beach bar.
• Great local food.

8. Sidney’s Peace & Love

• Best local lobster.
• Honor bar (make your own drinks).
• Family-run business.
• Great gift shop.

9. Pirates Bight (Norman Island)

• Picturesque beach bar.
• Amazing menu.
• Beautiful beach.
• Calm water.

10. Willy T (Norman Island)

• Floating pirate ship.
• Jump off the back of the boat.
• Great food and drinks.

We love spending time exploring St. John in the Virgin Islands, from its stunning beaches to its incredible snorkel spots. Below is one of Nate’s favorite sample itineraries for a perfect day on the water.

We’ll depart from Compass Point Marina or the National Park Dock in Cruz Bay at 8:45 AM. Nate and/or one of his amazing captains will cruise along the north shore of St. John, showing you some of the island’s most beautiful beaches, including Solomon Beach, Honeymoon Beach, Hawksnest Beach, Oppenheimer Beach, Trunk Bay, and Little Cinnamon Bay.

We’ll stop at Peter Bay to admire the incredible homes and share a bit of the area’s history. Kenny Chesney married Renée Zellweger on the beach here in the early 2000s. This area is also known for its stunning beachfront and hillside vacation rentals.

Next, we’ll head to Maho Bay to snorkel with sea turtles. If you want to get up close with a giant green sea turtle, this is the spot. Maho Beach is fun for all ages, with calm, clear water and incredible marine life.

Once everyone starts getting hungry, we’ll continue to the eastern end of St. John and head into Coral Bay for lunch at the famous Lime Out floating taco boat. This stop is always a highlight, with amazing food and drinks. You can swim in and enjoy tacos and craft cocktails on your own float, or stay dry while your captain places the order and has lunch delivered to the boat. If part of the group wants to swim in while others relax onboard, that works too. With St. Thomas Boat Charters and Nate’s Custom Charters, our motto is simple: Your Day, Your Way.

After Lime Out, we’ll spend the afternoon exploring the south side of St. John, visiting world-famous beaches and snorkel spots. Some of our favorites include Salt Pond Bay, Booby Rock, Lameshur Bay, and Reef Bay. Captain Nate and his team know the best spots throughout the National Park and even a few secret locations away from the crowds, where you can enjoy the area all to yourselves.

The full circumnavigation of St. John is one of our top-recommended days on the water, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Give us a call or inquire through the website to start planning your unforgettable adventure with Nate’s Custom Charters.

Do you love white sandy beaches and crystal-clear blue water? If so, Jost Van Dyke is where you need to be. Captain Nate and his team have been running charters to this stunning destination for over 20 years, and they would love to show you their favorite spots away from the crowds.

Jost Van Dyke is home to about 300 full-time residents, giving the island an incredible small-town feel. The locals are welcoming, friendly, and love spending time with visitors. Nate knows everyone in town, so when you arrive by boat, you’ll be greeted with smiling faces and warm island hospitality.

This is the perfect place to slow down, relax, and take in the island’s natural beauty. If you’re a foodie, you’ll love the local restaurants serving fresh lobster, locally caught fish, and island favorites like chicken roti and conch fritters. For a lively beach bar atmosphere and delicious island cocktails, Foxy’s and the Soggy Dollar Bar are top picks.

Looking for a truly secluded beach? We’ve got you covered. Sandy Spit, where the original Corona commercial was filmed, is a tiny sandy island with a single palm tree surrounded by some of the bluest water you’ll ever see. Nate and his team can take you there to experience what many consider one of the best beaches in the world.

Jost Van Dyke is an island that melts stress away. You’ll travel aboard a top-of-the-line boat that’s extremely comfortable and offers plenty of shade. Our captains are among the best in the Virgin Islands, and they’ll provide a safe, professional, and unforgettable experience that will be the highlight of your vacation.

All you need is a valid passport—we’ll take care of the rest. Give Nate a call today to reserve your VIP tour of Jost Van Dyke and the best of the British Virgin Islands.

Nate and his captains love to have fun and create unforgettable moments on the water with our guests. When choosing a St. Thomas charter boat, the most important decision you will make is who you spend your day with. You want a fun, energetic captain who knows the Virgin Islands and can show you all the best spots.

We are not your typical charter company that takes you from St. Thomas to one snorkel spot and then heads straight back to the dock. From the moment you arrive at the marina, we will embrace every moment of your day and guide you to our favorite locations that are beautiful, unique, and far away from the crowds.

If you want to snorkel with vibrant fish and colorful coral, we know the top snorkel spots around St. Thomas and St. John. When Nate and his team greet you in the morning, we can sit down and map out a fun-filled itinerary that everyone will enjoy.

Our boat has plenty of shade and a full bathroom, so if you want to stay dry and relax comfortably, you will have space to spread out. When it is time for lunch, we can stop at fun local favorites like the famous Lime Out taco boat or the exciting Pizza Pi boat. Lovango Cay is another great beachside option with a menu that everyone will love.

If you are interested in exploring the British Virgin Islands, we can take you to iconic spots like The Baths at Virgin Gorda and the Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost Van Dyke. For incredible snorkeling in the BVIs, we can bring you to the world famous Indians and the Treasure Caves at Norman Island.

We are here to show you the best day of your vacation, and we cannot wait to help you create the perfect itinerary. Nate has the best captains and the best boats in the Virgin Islands, and we look forward to making amazing memories with you.

Give us a call today to reserve your spot.

St. Thomas Boat Charters is ready to take you on an island hopping adventure to Peter Island BVI! We have the best boats and best captains in the Virgin Islands. We love what we do, and we can’t wait to show you around. Peter Island is a private Island in the British Virgin Islands. It spans roughly 720 acres, making it the largest privately owned island in the BVI. Peter Island is home to a beautiful new resort that boasts beautiful white sandy beaches, and tons of healthy coral reefs. Captain Nate and his team can guide you around the island, and we can enjoy a tasty lunch on the beach with an amazing view. Peter Island is a very close neighbor to Cooper Island, and Norman Island. Norman Island has the best snorkeling at the Indian rocks and Treasure Caves. Cooper Island also has a beautiful beach club that serves up delicious local lunch favorites that everyone will enjoy. No matter which itinerary you choose, we can put together a fun-filled day of island hopping and cruising around some of the prettiest spots in the Caribbean. When you meet Nate and team in the morning at the marina, we can map out a great day that everyone will love!

Great St. James and Little St. James are privately owned islands on the southeast side of St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. Great St. James is known for Christmas Cove on the island’s west side, one of the most popular snorkel spots with tons of colorful fish and very healthy coral. Christmas Cove is also home to the famous floating pizza boat called Pizza PI, which has a great menu and a full bar with delicious craft cocktails and fresh pizza.

The cove is very protected from the elements and is always a nice calm spot to relax and soak up some vitamin D. We see lots of turtles and marine life here, and there are a few resident spotted eagle rays that swim by from time to time.

The neighboring island Little St. James was home to Jeffrey Epstein for many years. His estate has since sold the islands for $50,000. A family from St. Thomas bought both islands and now lives there full time. Little St. James has a handful of beautiful snorkel spots, and the water is an amazing aqua blue color. Both islands are a popular spot for day charters to cruise around and take in all the sights.

We did not know what was happening on the island until recently when all these stories came out in the news. We definitely do not approve of that stuff at all, but we cannot deny that the coral reefs and water surrounding this area are absolutely stunning.

If you would like to have Nate give you the VIP tour of the islands from the water, give Nate a call today and we will get you on the calendar.

Pizza PI
Located at Christmas Cove on the Island of Great St. James, Pizza PI is a top pick for a fresh pizza on the water. Hang out on the floats or on your boat, and enjoy the floating pizza boat. The owners of Pizza PI purchased a sailboat and turned it into the ultimate lunch destination. We always love to call in our order ahead of time, so when we arrive the pizza is ready to go. There is also amazing snorkeling in the cove, so feel free to snorkel while the pizza is cooking. Christmas Cove is home to tons of beautiful fish and coral. There are two spotted eagle rays that live in the area, so there’s a good chance of seeing one while at Christmas Cove. Pizza PI has regular pizza and also a gluten free option. We keep menus on board, so ask your Captain when you arrive to the marina, and you can check out the menu.

Lime Out Floating Taco Boat
If you’re looking to enjoy fresh tacos and float in the blue Caribbean sea, the Lime Out Taco boat is a must see. Nate’s Custom Charters is ready to show you this incredible spot on the south side of St. John, USVI. Lime Out uses only fresh ingredients and has an epic menu to explore. These are not your everyday tacos, they are so delicious, and they always have daily specials available. If you book a charter with Nate’s Custom Charters, we can create a customized day away from the crowds and we can stop at Lime out when everyone gets hungry.

Dinghy’s Water Island
If you’re looking to spend your lunch hour at a beautiful Caribbean beach bar, this is a great spot to stop and relax. Water Island has amazing water and white sandy beaches, and is a fun spot to unwind and take in the scenery. Dinghy’s makes a famous painkiller cocktail and also a tasty paddlewhacker. They have a diverse menu with fresh mahi
tacos, and the best bang bang shrimp on the island. This is a great stop if everyone wants to get off the boat and have some time on land. No matter what you choose, Nate’s and his team will help create a memorable day, and an epic lunch stop when everyone gets hungry.

Jost Van Dyke is one of the most iconic and fun islands in the British Virgin Islands. Although it’s small in size, it boasts incredible charm and a laid-back, beachy island vibe. The people of Jost Van Dyke are warm and welcoming, and its white sandy beaches are among the most beautiful in the world. Here are some of the top spots to explore:

White Bay

The star attraction! A stunning white-sand beach lined with famous beach bars and calm turquoise water perfect for swimming or floating with a drink in hand. Soggy Dollar Bar is a top pick for delicious Painkiller cocktails and amazing local dishes served right on the beach. To get there, you actually swim in from your boat—hence the name “Soggy Dollar.” Don’t worry, they accept soggy credit cards too!

Hendo’s Hideout is another favorite located on White Bay. With a friendly staff and beautiful beachfront amenities, it’s the perfect place to enjoy fresh fish, fish tacos, or chicken roti. White Bay is truly a must-visit spot to sip cocktails, relax, and soak in the sights and sounds of the Caribbean.

Great Harbor

The main port and village of Jost Van Dyke is home to the world-famous Foxy’s Bar. If you’re looking to experience local island flair, this is the place to go. Foxy’s offers a lively bar scene and a menu full of flavorful Caribbean dishes. If you visit during the last week of December, don’t miss Foxy’s legendary New Year’s celebration—one of the best parties in the world, featuring live music and festivities all week long. It’s truly a bucket-list experience!

Little Harbor

For those wanting to escape the crowds and unwind, Little Harbor is a peaceful retreat. It’s home to Sydney’s Peace & Love, where fresh lobster and fish are served daily. You can even pick your own lobster, and they’ll cook it up right there for you. Sydney’s also features an honor bar—pour your own drink and relax by the sea. Strawberry will greet you on the dock with a warm smile and unmatched hospitality. When we visit Sydney’s, we like to call in our order ahead of time so lunch is ready as soon as we arrive.

If you’re looking for the best beaches, delicious food, and some of the friendliest people in the Caribbean, Jost Van Dyke is a destination we highly recommend. Ask Nate for more details!

The Baths are a unique natural area on the southwestern end of Virgin Gorda, where giant granite boulders are scattered across the beach and shoreline, forming caves, grottos, and tidal pools that are incredibly fun to explore. These massive rocks rest on a stunning white sand beach with crystal clear water and breathtaking views.

Designated as a National Park in 1990, The Baths are geologically distinct from most Caribbean islands, which are volcanic. The granite boulders originated as hot magma that cooled beneath the earth’s surface and, over millions of years of erosion, were shaped into the dramatic formations you see today.

A descending trail leads visitors down to the beach, where a few small concessions offer cold drinks, snacks, and restrooms. There’s a small fee to enter the park upon arrival.

This is a fantastic spot for visitors of all ages. Be sure to wear a swimsuit and bring plenty of water. You’ll find two beautiful beaches to explore: Spring Bay and Devils Bay. If possible, try to visit on a non ship day to avoid the crowds.

A day at The Baths is full of adventure, natural beauty, and unforgettable views. Give Nate a call today to reserve your Virgin Gorda adventure.