Private tour booked by my wife to explore BVI while in St. John, I had no idea what to expect. The…read moreday was awesome. Our captain, Brad, was the best - he knows which islands to visit and which to simply see from a distance. We had a great time, and the difference between a group tour and private tour is night and day - the group tour leaders seemed great but their clients - suffice it to say you don't always get agreeable people in your group. We saw several islands, learned about the local history and enjoyed our day very much. We were absolutely wiped out by the end, but in a good way. Brad also recommended a great local place for dinner and it was spot-on. Low Key Water Sports also has a rad retail store with items you may need for your adventure.

Hmm. When I go to a new area to snorkel, I don't expect to be told that the reason my rental mask…read moredoesn't fit is because "you have a lot of wrinkles", replete with a smirk.

*** Private Charter Review *** Bad Kitty offers group tours…read moreon a larger catamaran and some other rentals , but we just did a private charter. AND, if you are in a group of like 6 or more, it's so worth it - you are on your own schedule and un-rushed. We did a full day + an additional hour in the BVI. HIGHLY Recommend the additional hour if you are going to do the Bathes - it's an hour to get out there! But it was worth it - a really fun hike down and just beautiful water - if you aren't trying to do too much in the day you could definitely negotiate spending more time exploring here. Captain Greg was great (we were an older group so we probably were a little boring ) but he told us about the various locations, made recommendations and found us some secluded snorkeling spots after lunch. It was THE BEST DAY in the Virgin Islands, just island hopping around and being on the open water. Very friendly, very knowledgeable - he had a bunch of dining and bar recommendations too! It's no frills and the boat isn't the newest one out there - but it's a great value!!! I hope it stays that way - it's a family run business so that probably helps, but most other charters charge you 50+ per guest over 6 and they are already pricier than Bad Kitty. Bad Kitty only charges you after 8. They also don't charge you more for going out to the Bathes - I did a lot of comparisons and some will up the charge to go that far out and that doesn't even include gas! So this was really a great deal for a nice boat with plenty of shade, a wet bar for mixing drinks, plenty of snorkeling gear and noodles and some nice upgrades if you want food and drinks, but they also offer ice and a cooler if you bring your own I can't say enough good things, it was a really great experience and a great way to see some of the BVI without being herded around in a large group Some things to consider for private charters: - All charge a customs fee to go to the BVI: I saw some as low as $75 and some as high as $90 pp - I think this has to do something with what BVI charges charters each year to enter their waters, but this is not unusual and many will ask for your passports up front. If you don't want to bother with that, stay in the USVI for the day - you will still be able to get to some cool spots! - All charters do expect gratuity for the Captain - standard is 20% gratuity (I suppose you don't have to give that much, but gee... they hang out with you all day, get you to some hard to reach spots and make sure you are back through US customs before they close at 5 so you aren't stranded! So you better have a good reason not to give 20% ) - You are also responsible for the gas - the further out you go, the more expensive this will be. It was $294 for our day out to the Bathes, then to Norman Island for lunch and a few snorkeling spots (but that is going to be based on the volatile price of gas at the moment - SO DO NOT quote me on that). When I talked to the woman who helped me with the booking, she was able to give me estimates based on where we thought we wanted to go - which was helpful for budgeting :) All-in-all - I can't recommend them enough!! I plan to be back in the USVI again next year and will be looking these guys up again! And thanks again Captain Greg for a truly wonderful, memorable day!!!

Our recent trip aboard Bad Kitty Boat Tours (Bad Kitty 2) in St. Thomas was largely a wonderful…read moreexperience. The boat was clean and well-maintained, and the itinerary took us through some of the most stunning waters and islands the Caribbean has to offer. From swimming in crystal-clear waters to relaxing on pristine beaches, it truly made for a memorable day. Despite the longer wait at BVI customs, it went off without a hitch. The crew--apart from one exception--was friendly, engaging, and attentive. They made sure everyone was safe, comfortable, and having fun. The drinks were flowing, the music set a great tone, and the overall vibe was relaxed yet professional. That said, I would be remiss not to mention the demeanor of Captain Jeremy. While clearly knowledgeable about the boat and the route, his tone throughout the day felt unnecessarily condescending and dismissive, I mean this guy is all business. What could have been light-hearted banter often came off as dismissive or patronizing, which slightly dulled the otherwise positive energy aboard. Despite that hiccup, the Bad Kitty experience was still enjoyable, and I would recommend it to others--with the caveat to manage expectations around the captain's communication style. A bit more warmth and respect from the helm would go a long way toward making this a five-star excursion.

Had a great sunset cruise last night on Lady Lynsey II out of the Ritz…read more The crew was amazing (Captain Heather, Phillip and Sam). Made sure we had plenty to drink and served light appetizers. They were friendly and seemed to be there with a smile when we needed anything. It was cloudy and thought that we wouldn't get much of a sunset ... but we were wrong. Wow ... what a spectacular sky. Highly recommend this sunset cruise for a relaxing evening on the water

**Amazing Jet Ski Tour and Fantastic Guide!**…read more Cruz Bay Watersports made our visit to St. John unforgettable! We loved the convenience of having their storefront right at our resort, the Westin St. John Resort & Villas, making it so easy to book a tour. The guided jet ski tour we took was hands-down the most fun we had during our trip! We started the 1 hour tour from our resort in Great Cruz Bay to our 1st stop at Steven Cay before heading north to Two Brothers island for more fun jet skiiing near the island. On the way back, we stopped near deeper waters to zip around Moraviane Reef - safe for jet skiing and being away from boat traffic. A special shout-out to our guide, **Josh**, who took incredible care of us throughout the entire experience. I was a bit nervous at first, but Josh was so attentive and made me feel completely at ease. He kept a close eye on me while I followed behind and ensured that I was comfortable and safe the whole time. Josh also went above and beyond by taking plenty of videos and photos of us on the jet skis, which gave us the best memories to take home. If you're looking for a fun and safe adventure while in St. John, **Cruz Bay Watersports** is the way to go. We'll definitely be back!

This shop is a gem! You can find one of a kind T-shirts here!…read moreMy daughter got a turtle T-shirts it has a little turtle in the pocket. Super Cute! I wish they have a website for online shopping!!

For a T-shirt/overpriced sunscreen*/snorkel gear shop, it fits the bill and is ever-so-conveniently…read moresituated at the heart of Cruz Bay's walking traffic. Diving gear and stand-up paddleboards rentals are in full supply. You'll pay out the wazoo, but that's the premium for not lugging around a long board, right brah?! * Seriously, Sun Bum products run $22 and up. Holy SPF, Batman!

Friendly service. Best prices on the island. They allow multiple day rentals and will fit you on…read moresite.

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I called in the morning and Web quickly organized a private tour for us with Heather. Love her she…read morewas so fun and laid back to hang out with all day. We went snorkeling at two different beaches and then she took us around the island to some beautiful lookout spots. Heather was very knowledgeable of the history of the island and the sea life. The pictures she took are our absolute favorite from the whole trip. The underwater pics are they best!

While at St Thomas and St John we did 6 activities but our family favorite was with Captain Perry…read more Best memories, best photos, best host, best experience. We signed up for snorkel and beyond pleased. Best part Captain Perry takes photos of your party and let me say they are our next Christmas cards. Best choice you would ever make visiting St Thomas. Captain Perry thank you for your professionalism, humor, welcoming, and above all your sweetness. Our family truly adore you. To the point every event they kept on saying Not better then Captain Perry or where is Captain Perry when you need him. St.Thomas Scuba and Snorkel Adventures #1 overall!

We booked a full day charter for a tour of the BVIs and canny say enough great things about the…read moretrip and Captain Ryan! We got to do everything we wanted and more! Tell them where you are looking to go and they will make it happen. No pre determined places. They will work with you to come up with an itinerary that you're interested in and can change gears in the moment if you need. They handled everything with customs and passports and was super easy. We got a boat tour of the islands with fun commentary from a local along the way, stops at remote rum bars, snorkeling and private island stops. A must book for your next visit! If you're interested in the BVI charter, ask about the B-Line at Little Joust, Willy T's, Cooper Island and snorkeling through caves!

The crew is the best, really friendly and knowledgeable. Nice people we really enjoyed our trip…read more The catamaran is very clean and new.

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. POORLY MANAGED. LOTS OF BETTER CHOICES…read more Captain Abbey was rude and hostile. * went to the wrong pickup spot to start the morning * failed and refused to respond to text messages and calls to get her to pick up at the Westin as booked and paid extra for, until contacting her boss. Then responded with a text stating "...HaHa..." * blasted the music at full volume over the engines to the point that it made your ears ring and when asked to turn the volume down first she turned the music off completely and then turned it back on even louder * never spoke a word to describe the sights - again because she had the music blaring * never got us to a single place to go snorkeling the entire day and told us the snorkeling was not very good in the BVI We had booked for a second day private charter as well. When I requested a different captain, I was told they 'stand by Captain Abbey' and refused to provide a different captain. I stated if they would not provide a different captain that I would cancel, but I was then threatened they would be charge me anyway. In addition, the boat was in poorly maintained with massive tears several feet long all over the boat. In all my years of visiting the USVI / BVI islands and taking private charters out, I have never had a worse experience. AVOID THIS COMPANY

We used this company for a water taxi from STT to STJ the day we arrived. It was great to take off…read morethe masks after a long day of travel and enjoy the fresh air. The kids really enjoyed it. They were about 30 minutes late so we had a cold brew at tickle's, and they gave us some tumblers for their tardiness. Ben was a good captain too. It's not cheap but it was totally worth it for us. I would consider them again and possibly for some other water adventures.

Called to cancel due to severe sunburn and owner was unwilling to refund more than 50%. I guess…read morethey'd rather I be forced to go and get sun poisoning. She was rude, uncompassionate and sarcastic. Even told me they'd heard all the excuses. Terrible business practice.

Ok I have a lot to say about this one, mostly good and some bad. This was our 2nd Snuba…read moreexperience in 2 years. We did Trunk Bay this time. First, Frank is a good instructor. He is likeable, he takes his time, good attention to detail. He does tend to mention his credentials a bit excessively. We had to haul everything around to and from the beach....tanks, rafts, gear, etc. This was a bit of a manual labor chore that wasn't exactly advertised. Overall, the Snuba instruction and experience was still good. It took more than a week to get access to the dive photos. We were already home from vacation for several days before they posted the pics. Then they wanted $40 for each photo image from the website. Highway robbery in my opinion. The photos taken were just ok. So my opinion is mixed. We might return but still a bit of a mixed experience.

Used Trevor's help many times. He Always finds a great match for our needs. Concierge at the…read moreWestin calls him for bookings.

From the owner: Best Of USVI, also locally known as Trevor's Activity Center, is St John's premier resource for…read moreadventure bookings, activities, boat charters, island excursions and more. We are a free service! Please contact via our website.