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A COMPLETE LISTING OF WATERSPORTS ON ST. JOHN
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 and every time you see it, you will marvel at how clean it is--the visibility seems limitless. On calm days, without a mask and snorkel, you see colorful, tropical fish swimming below you. Put on a tank and enter a quiet world of amazing creatures.
When you visit St. John, enjoy the water safely and often. These companies offer plenty of options for your vacation by, at, on and in the sea.
Bread
on the Water Day Sail Charters340/ 513-9220 phone
443/ 604-3005 phone
443/ 604-4600 phone
e-mail: garyvanhoven@comcast.net
Your wish is their command! Full day, half day, overnight, sunset & Jost van Dyke sails. Gary & Joan want to make your day aborard Bread on the Water the most memorable day of your vacation. Designed for both speed & comfort, you can count on her for a wonderful day of sailing for the whole family. Large, comfortable cockpit, plenty of room to stretch out on deck & easy access transom for trouble free boarding from the water after your swim. Includes lunch, beverages, snorkel gear & fresh water showers.
Call to discuss details.
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, watersports 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.
Adventure St. John
340/ 690-2818
340/ 690-0938
Visit otherwise off limit roosting and nesting sites on cays around St. John with VI Department of Planning and Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife Division sea bird guide, biologist Ron Klecan. This unique tour takes up to 6 people aboard the 19-foot hard bottom inflatable Ionian Enchantment.
Alcyone Day Sail Charters
PO Box 448, St. John, USVI 00831
340/ 779-4824
340/ 513-2238
e-mail: alcyone@viaccess.net
Wide, roomy, comfortable cutter-rig, sloop. Perfect for family day sails, fishing, snorkeling. Underwater camera furnished. Take the tiller. See the islands. Anna and Bob Nose, USCG Licensed Captain.
Arawak Expeditions
Wharfside Village
340/ 693-8312
Full and half day sea kayaking and snorkeling excursions to the beautiful beaches of St. John and neighboring cays.
Blue Tang Yacht Charters
PO Box 37, St. John, USVI 00831
340/ 776-9070 phone
340/ 776-0669 fax
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.
Calypso Catamaran
Cruz Bay
340/ 777-7245
340/ 693-7328
Half & Full Day snorkel/ sail trips to Jost Van Dyke, Waterlemon Cay, sunset sails & more.
Chalker's Charters: Wayward Sailor
Voted "Best Day Sail" and "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
Cinnamon Bay Campground
Cinnamon Bay
340/776-6330
Snorkel gear and 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 Watersports
Coral Bay
340/776-6850
Watersports 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 and other reef dwellers.
Crabby's Watersports
At Coccolobo, Coral Bay
340/ 714-2415
Cruz Bay Watersports
Cruz Bay
Toll Free (800) 835-7730
340/ 776-6234
Palm Plaza
340/779-4351
PADI and NAUI 5-star training. Scuba and snorkel trips, wreck and reef dives daily, rental gear and sportswear.
Down Under Watersports, LLC
Great Cruz Bay
5000 Estate Enighed PMB #363, St. John VI 00830
340/ 642-4855
340/ 693-9526 fax
e-mail: wccstj@earthlink.netEnjoy diving or snorkling the waters around St. John with DownUnder!
PO Box 1789, St. John, VI 00831
340/ 693-8526
Scuba diving on the East End of St. John. Customized dive/snorkel boat caters to small groups. BVI and Rhone trips.
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, and full day trips. Trolling for marlin, tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, king mackerel and barracuda. Bait, tackle, ice and beverages provided. Children 8 years and 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 and 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 and snorkel trips, daily reef and wreck dives, snorkel gear for sale or rent. Post cards, film, books, dive logs.
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 Watersports
Wharfside Village
340/ 693-8999
Toll Free 800/ 835-7718
PADI 5-star training facility. Daily scuba and snorkel tours for beginners and experts. Snorkel gear rentals, retail shop, full photo services, E-6 and 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 Watersports Center
PO Box 310
St. John, USVI, 00831
800/ 392-9004
340/ 776-6240 Phone
340/ 776-6504 Fax
e-Mail: mahobay@maho.org
Windsurfing, kayaking, day sails around St. John and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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.
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 and available for Marlin, full, 3/4, and 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 and secluded North Shore beaches. Great for honeymooners, couples, families with kids (over 9) and 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 and Below SeaLevel Adventure, Virgin Gorda Excursions and 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 and Marine Naturalist leads personally guided, Marine Biology oriented snorkel, diving and sightseeing excursions aboard the Lucky Dog, a 25' Bertrand power boat. British Virgin Islands, Around St. John, Water Taxi. Up to 6 persons.
Serena Sea
340/ 514-0672
340/ 776-6725
Captain Nina. "Three- Hour Tour"...Morning, afternoon and sunset tours.
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 and coaching at your own pace.
Snuba Excursions
Trunk Bay
340/ 693-8063
Safe and easy guided underwater tours. No experience needed. Ages 8 and up. Reserve.
St. John Adventures
Gallows Point, Cruz Bay
340/ 693-7730
Toll free 800/ 323-7229
Dinghy, sail and power boats, BVI trips, jeep rentals, fishing, scuba and 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 and his crew.
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St. John, US Virgin Islands
A Great Place to Visit.....again & again
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