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.