Water Sports on St. John
Source: http://www.stjohnusvi.com/water.html
Vacationers visit St. John year after year because they remember the water. You will too. The warm, crystal clear, blue Caribbean Sea surrounds the island. Each & every time you see it, you will marvel at how clear, clean & blue it is--the visibility seems limitless. On calm days, without a mask & snorkel, you see colorful, tropical fish swimming below you. Put on a tank & enter a quiet world of amazing creatures. When you visit St. John, enjoy the water safely & often. These companies offer plenty of options for your vacation by, at, near, in & on the sea.
Activities Information Center
Mongoose Junction, Cruz Bay
(340) 715-4944
(340) 474-3733
e-Mail: activities@bestofusvi.com
Bookings for island activities including BVI excursions, power boat rentals, sailing charters, fishing, eco-tours, SCUBA, water sports and accommodations.
Offshore Adventures—M/V Mixed Bag
The Westin Resort & Villas
St. John, VI 00830
(340) 513-0389 Phone
(340) 776-6730 Phone
e-mail: offshoreadventures@earthlink.net
Experience some of the world’s best sport fishing right here in the Virgin Islands! Mixed Bag is a 40 ft. Luhrs Open Express offering year-round, live bait, offshore action with Marlin, Dorado, Tuna, Wahoo and inshore action with Snapper, King Fish, Skip Jacks and more. Licensed for up to 6 passengers, she provides full size lavatory facilities, air conditioning, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, CD player, fresh water and plenty of seating. The boat is equipped with the latest electronics, top of the line fishing equipment, and plenty of shaded areas. Captain Robert Richards brings 12 years experience fishing VI waters. Half, three quarter, full day & custom charters available, accommodating all experience levels from novice to seasoned pro.
Arawak Expeditions
(340) 693-8312
Full & half day sea kayaking & snorkeling excursions to the beautiful beaches of St. John & neighboring cays.
Blue Tang Yacht Charters
PO Box 37, St. John, USVI 00831
(340) 776-9070 phone
e-mail: info@bluetangyachtcharters.com
The perfect day on pure Caribbean waters aboard this 51-foot Sea Ray(R). Full breakfast, snorkeling (equipment provided), elegant lunch, island hopping, Jost van Dyke, champagne.
Breath
Featured in Islands Magazine, SAIL, American Way, Reader's Digest
(340) 776-6922
(340) 626-8229
e-mail: wonderlost@earthlink.net
Ssailing aboard Breath is THE authentic Wooden Boat, Caribbean experience. Hand-built by her Captain, Peter Muilenburg on St. John in Round Bay, launched in 1983 by 200 friends & a bulldozer, sailed all over the Caribbean & twice across the Atlantic to Europe & Africa. Captain Peter takes you snorkeling, on a sunset sail with loved ones, island hopping, to propose or get married, revive or relax. Sailing these waters since 1969, his perspective is unique & entertaining. Fully inspected &USCG licensed.
Calypso Charters
Cruz Bay
(340) 777-7245
(340) 998-5564
(340) 693-7328
e-mail: Info@calypsovi.com
Half & Full Day snorkel/ sail trips to Jost Van Dyke, Waterlemon Cay, romantic sunset sails aboard Catamaran Calypso. Visit the Baths, Virgin Gorda, Cooper, Norman, Jost van Dyke & other locations in the BVI aboard M/V Bad Kitty. Full & Half Day Dinghy Rentals-13', center console, 50 HP outboard engine.
Chalker's Charters: Wayward Sailor
Voted "Best Day Sail" &"Best Charter Boat" on St. John for 2005 and 2006
PO Box 37, St. John, USVI 00831
(340) 473-9705
e-mail: capt.phil@waywardsailor.net
Full day, half day, BVI & sunset sails available. Capt. Philip G. Chalker will provide food & beverages. Enjoy a day of sailing & snorkeling.
Cinnamon Bay Campground
Cinnamon Bay
(340) 776-6330
Snorkel gear & beach chair rentals, scuba diving, sailing, windsurfing.
Connections
Cruz Bay (340) 776-6922
Coral Bay (340) 779-4994
Day sails, fishing trips, phones, copies, mail, fax, Western Union, answering service. Closed Sunday.
Coral Bay Water sports
Coral Bay
(340) 776-6850
Water sports of all sorts. Rentals, sales, videos. Diving, sailing, boating, snorkeling.
Coral Explorer
National Park Dock, Cruz Bay
(340) 775-1555
Explore the underwater world as divers do, without getting wet, in this moving underwater observatory! Sit in air-conditioned comfort at your own window 5' below the surface. View corals, sponges and a colorful assortment of fishes & other reef dwellers.
Crabby's Water Sports
At Coccolobo, Coral Bay
(340) 714-2415
Cruz Bay Water sports
Lumberyard Complex, Cruz Bay (340) 776-6234
Westin Resort (340) 693-8000 ext.1834
e-mail: info@divestjohn.com
In business on St. John since 1982. Daily, local area SCUBA wreck & reef dive trips. PADI & NAUI 5-star training. Snorkel trips. Dive & snorkel trips to British Virgin Island locations --the Baths, Caves, Foxy’s, Soggy Dollar Bar, Jost van Dyke. Parasailing & Waverunner excursions. Dinghy rental, half or full day. Gear & equipment rental. Retail & Sportswear shops in both locations.
Down Under Water sports, LLC
Great Cruz Bay
(340) 642-4855
e-mail: wccstj@earthlink.net
Enjoy diving or snorkeling the waters around St. John with Down Under!
Dream Weaver
(340) 643-7170
Sail, snorkel, island hop aboard 45' Sea Master ketch. Full Day, Half Day, Jost van Dyke, Weekend, Race Day Charters with Master Captain Jini. Her 20 years of sailing experience in local waters have uncovered the best snorkeling spots--she takes you there. Sailing lessons available.
East End Divers
East End
(340) 693-8526
Scuba diving on the East End of St. John. Customized dive/snorkel boat caters to small groups.
Also BVI & Rhone trips.
S/V Fly Girl
Cruz Bay
(340) 626-8181 phone
(866) 820-6906 toll free
e-Mail: Han@flygirlvi.com
Fly Girl is a wide, stable catamaran offering day sails, snorkel trips, sunset sails & excursions to the BVI. With a maximum of 6 guests, there's plenty of room to spread out for comfort on your intimate, personal adventure. Captain Han has been guiding trips in the Virgin Islands for 8 years. With a Master's Degree in Environmental Science, he's an enthusiastic naturalist & guide. Discover vibrant coral reefs, nesting birds, mating starfish & more!
Gone Ketchin'
St. John, VI
(340) 714-1175
e-mail: captgrizz@mycidco.com
Comfortable, fully equipped 31' express cruiser. 1/2 day, 3/4 day & full day trips. Trolling for marlin, tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, king mackerel & barracuda. Bait, tackle, ice & beverages provided. Children 8 years & older.
Gypsy Spirit II
Cruz Bay
(340) 771-1364
Captain Doug & Teka's 35' DuFour off shore cruising sloop. Full day, half day, sunset cruises. Weddings. Fully licensed & insured.
Hidden Reef Eco Tours
Round Bay
(877) 529-2575
Unique, naturalist guided kayak & snorkel tours for half & full day adventures. Starlight paddles.
Hurricane Alley
Mongoose Junction
(340) 776-6256
Since 1970. Crewed or bare boat term charters. Luxury day sail aboard a Hinkley. One stop beach shop, dive & snorkel trips, daily reef & wreck dives, snorkel gear for sale or rent. Post cards, film, books, dive logs.
Kekoa Sailing Expeditions
Cruz Bay
(340) 244-SAIL
Captain Ryan Witbeck (303) 588-2069 Captain Jamison Witbeck (340) 244-7245
e-mail: SailKekoa@gmail.com
Explore white sand beaches & uninhabited bays of St. John aboard KEKOA, a 50' wooden catamaran. KEKOA was built in 2008 & has unique silver hulls, black sails & a deck that glows blue at night. KEKOA is 30' wide providing for a smooth & level ride while enjoying gentle trade wind sailing. The vessel has ample seating on the deck or in our shaded cockpit. KEKOA also has a wet bar, a bathroom & a seat that stretches across the entire stern deck. When its time to disembark for swimming or snorkeling on the world class reefs, there's a stairway for easy access into & back out of the water. Come aboard KEKOA & enjoy the newest, sleekest & most awe-inspiring sailing catamaran in the Virgin Islands.
Lion in Da Sun
Cruz Bay
(340) 626-4783
e-Mail: info@lionindasun.com
A great day on the water! The destinations are up to you on this private powerboat charter. USCG captains help you plan your day visiting the British Virgin Islands, exploring pristine white sand beaches & amazing snorkeling or checking out some local beachfront bars & restaurants. Possible destinations include Jost Van Dyke, the Baths, Norman Island or the North Shore of St. John. The 26ft, catamaran style powerboat provides a comfortable ride in most conditions. There's a cabin to keep your belongings dry & a bimini top for shade. A day like this on the water makes for a memorable St. John vacation!
Long Distance
Voted "Best Sailing in the VI" for 2008 by the Daily News.
Coral Bay
(340) 513-1386
email: sailboatlongdistance@hotmail.com
Casual sails to quiet places aboard Long Distance, a lovely 40' Charter Yacht. After a quiet sail to a secluded cove or island, Rick, your captain, prepares food & drinks while Robin, a nurse, snorkels with the guests.
Low Key Water sports
Wharfside Village
(340) 693-8999
Toll Free (800) 835-7718
PADI 5-star training facility. Daily scuba & snorkel tours for beginners and experts. Snorkel gear rentals, retail shop, full photo services, E-6 & video.
M/Y Cinnamon Bay
Cruz Bay
(340) 776-6462
Private charter yacht. Groups or individuals, around St. John snorkel tour, Virgin Gorda trip, scuba diving.
Maho Bay Water Sports Center
PO Box 310
St. John VI 00831
(800) 392-9004
(340) 776-6240 Phone
(340) 776-6504 Fax
e-Mail: mahobay@maho.org
Windsurfing, kayaking, day sails around St. John & to the BVI, scuba trips, snorkel gear for rent, night snorkel trips, sunfish rental are offered at this award-winning eco-resort. Accommodations are 114 furnished tent-cottages connected by wooden walkways & stairs. Peaceful, wooded, beach-front setting overlooking spectacular Maho Bay. Restaurant, commissary, full water sports, PADI dive shop, sailing.
Ocean Runner
Cruz Bay
(340) 693-8809
Power boat rentals. 20', 22', 25' Hydrasport power boats by the day for fishing, snorkeling, boating or exploring the USVI & BVI. Reservations.
On-line Vacations
(888) 842-6632 Toll Free
e-Mail: onlinevacations@compuserve.com
Crewed & bare boat charter boats. Day excursions for snorkeling, day sailing, scuba diving & all sorts of water sports. Vacation Homes & Villas. Full service, one stop shopping. Weddings. Family Reunions. Pick up from airport, rental vehicles on St. John, tours.
S/V Outlaw
(340) 998-5406
e-Mail: info@sailoutlaw.com
Exceptional 55' Baltic sloop, owned & operated by Paul & Vicki, both USCG licensed Masters. Outlaw is built for comfort & performance & is meticulously maintained. Half day, full day, sunset, full moon, or circumnavigate St. John cruises exclusive to your party of up to 12.
Prowler Sport Fishing Charters, Inc.
Picks up on St. John
(340) 779-2515
(340) 775-3590 fax
e-Mail: prowlersportfishing1@att.net
Award winning 45' Hatteras and 40' custom Jersey. Tournament equipped & available for Marlin, full, 3/4 & half day charters. Captain Bill McCauley has been recognized every year 1993 through 1998 as the top local captain for blue marlin releases.
Sail Safaris
Cruz Bay
(340) 626-8181 phone
(866) 820-6906 toll free
e-Mail: info@sailsafaris.net
High performance 16' Hobie catamarans & larger Hobie Getaways! One of the most thrilling rides in the Caribbean. Sail with an experienced captain, rent a cat and go on your own or take sailing lessons. Full day to 5 day expeditions. Launch off Cruz Bay beach for adventures to uninhabited islands, snorkeling & secluded North Shore beaches. Great for honeymooners, couples, families with kids (over 9) & anyone with a spirit for adventure sailing.
St. John Concierge
Cruz Bay-Next to the Post Office-1 Block from Ferry Dock
(340) 777-2665
Toll Free (800) 808-6025
Sailing, snorkeling, diving, fishing, island tours, Jost van Dyke, Virgin Gorda Baths, Norman Island Caves, power boats, scooters, car rentals. Restaurant Guide & Reservations.
Schooner Saint Brendan
St. John, VI
Cruz Bay (340) 776-6922
Coral Bay (340) 779-4994
e-mail: Tom@SailBrendan.com
Join Captain Tom Ryan for a day aboard St. John's only Schooner, Saint Brendan. Trips include Virgin Islands Above & Below SeaLevel Adventure, Virgin Gorda Excursions & much more. Up to 6 guests.
Sea Gypsy Charters
PO Box 740
St. John, VI 00831
(340) 693-8020
e-Mail: captcathyp@yahoo.com
Captain Catherine Packo, a USCG Master, PADI Dive Master & Marine Naturalist leads personally guided, Marine Biology oriented snorkel, diving & sightseeing excursions aboard the Lucky Dog, a 25' Bertrand power boat. British Virgin Islands, Around St. John, Water Taxi. Up to 6 persons.
Serendy
PO Box 37
St. John, VI 00831
(340) 626-9139
e-mail: charters@sailserendy.com
Erik Selness, Yacht Manager
6-Paq Scuba
"In Your Zone" Training
Cruz Bay
(340) 776-1057
(340) 626-7700
e-mail: cdiededive@6paqscuba.com
Fun, relaxed, semi-private & private diving, dive training & coaching at your own pace.
Snuba Excursions
Trunk Bay
(340) 693-8063
Safe & easy guided underwater tours. No experience needed. Ages 8 & up. Reserve.
St. John Adventures
Gallows Point, Cruz Bay
(340) 693-7730
Toll free (800) 323-7229
Dinghy, sail & power boats, BVI trips, jeep rentals, fishing, SCUBA & snuba, diving, parasailing, snorkel trips.
St. John Yacht Charters
S/V Survivan
PO Box 37, St. John, VI 00831
(340) 998-9898
e-mail: jasoninthevi@yahoo.com
Survivan is a 1997 46’ Jeanneau sloop with all the amenities. One of the largest cockpits on St. John with full bimini for plenty of shade. Open stern, swim ladder, fresh water rinse for snorkelers or swimmers. Open bar on all trips. Full day, half day, sunset sails, Jost van Dyke, overnight sailing trips with USCG licensed Captain Jason Carter & his crew.
Virgin Islands Ecotours
(877) VI-KAYAK, (877) 845-2925 Toll Free
(340) 779-2155 Phone
email: info@viecotours.com
Led by expert guides, this tour explores Caneel Bay, the Virgin Islands National Park’s North Shore treasure. Kayak along fabulous turquoise waters & sandy beaches in sapphire waters frequented by sea turtles. Hike through a picturesque tropical forest. Snorkel a colorful coral reef teeming with marine life. Two person, easy to paddle, sit-on-top kayaks. This adventure has it rewards! Virgin Islands Ecotours will make a donation on behalf of each guest, who will receive a complimentary 1 year membership ($30 value) to the Friends of the VI National Park, an organization dedicated to protecting & preserving the natural & cultural resources of the National Park on St. John.
