Great experience with Captain Sean and dive master Kellen. Smooth and easy. They knew the dive…read moresites well, and prioritized safety.

Andrew & Scott (Bonus Time) took such good care of us. Scott was the dive master and led the group…read moreon 3 fantastic adventures. He was very patient with one of the divers who was having ear issues. I was a snorkeler and Captain Andrew keep me busy with great directions to see the wildlife and I even saw a shark! When I wasn't looking underwater he offered the personal float "saddle" and I drifted along the swimmers line. To top it off, we left a BCD on the boat & he tracked us down to give it back. 5 star business that I would recommend to everyone.

Colette Diede certifed my daughter in 2010 and then most recently my son in 2015. She's a very…read moreprofessional, practical, and patient dive master. We dove with her on each of our four trips to St. John and will again when we return in 2016. With 6-Paq Scuba you get a very personalized dive experience that you won't find any where else in the USVI.

From the owner: Personalized SCUBA Diving and certification for small groups of advanced or beginners…read more Learn and dive with fish and coral in St. John's warm, calm, clear blue shallow bays Try Scuba: Breathe underwater, see turtles, coral and fish up close and personal! Get your PADI or NAUI certification or referral (Universal too). Advance your Scuba training with us Join us on our boat dives. Together we'll create your ideal day, where, what, when, seas and experience permitting. Share our favorite snorkeling and watering holes after diving. Our expert and experienced instructor Divemaster has over 6800 dives, over 5500 in St John and BVI waters helping new, rusty, and Divers wanting to excel. Her analytical and technical eye takes those who want to GLIDE to the next level FAS, helping you master buoyancy so we can dive the best sites longer and under more conditions. We brief you on the dive's more challenging aspects and how to effectively handle them and underwater we give you hints or hold your hand. Then we recap afterwards. Colette is a NAUI, PADI Scuba, Emergency First Response Instructor 1997, 2001; Merchant Mariner Captain 2007, 50-Ton 2008. In 2004 she founded 6-Paq Scuba which stands for "Pretty Awesome Quality". She was the Island's first to use a PowerCat fitted with fuel efficient 4-Stroke Engines. It just had a face lift with new engines, bimini, cushions.

We booked months in advance a shore dive for Monday afternoon and a Boat Dive Tuesday morning with…read moreCoki Dive Center. They had my deposit and card on file and everything was taken care of. Fitting for fins and equipment takes a while. Good thing we arrived early (parking can be problematic) to get everything situated. The staff and crew of this shop are the most friendly and chill folks. Brett was awesome and chill with my teenage boys and eased and assured me they were in good hands. CDC also took underwater photos. We purchased the entire file of photos for $27. Worth it. Actually the shore dive and both dive was priceless and worth every penny. I would recommend Coki Dive Center for their dives in St Thomas.

Laura and Peter were super sweet and helpful! I came by myself and felt very comfortable on my dive…read morewith Laura. I am Open Water certified and haven't been diving in 5 years, so the Discover Scuba Dive was a great refresher and way to get back into diving! Would recommend!

*** 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.

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.

If you love wreck diving Jerry and Admiralty are thinly game in town. And what a game they play…read more Sharks commonplace at the deep wrecks, 13 to choose from. No one else on island goes out there. Brittney keeping every one safe, Tristen keeping everyone entertained and Dave or Jerry captaining the boat. Serious divers this is your best option for St Thomas. Complete hidden gem!

We did a two tank dive with my daughter and son. . Staff was very professional and fun. They made…read morethe dive safe and enjoyable . From pick up to drop off it was all handled very efficiently. Next time I am in st Thomas I will for sure return to dive with them again.

Culebra divers was amazing. On time and extremely well run. The knowledge that both Heather and…read moreTrevor possesses is truly a gift. I did my advanced open water training and i must say-I learned more in my two days with them then all the diver instructors i have dove with combined! Visit Culebra and if diving is your thing, go with them!

In the dive industry, you tend to come across two types of Dive Shop / Boat operators: those who…read moremake you feel like they're doing you a favor taking you on a dive, and those who truly make you feel welcome and provide a world-class experience. Trevor and Heather at Culebra Divers are very much the latter. I came to Culebra for a long-overdue dive trip. I've spent a week here diving with Culebra Divers as well as doing several continuing education classes (Rescue Diver, DAN's DEMP courses). From my first interaction with Heather when booking the trip several months ago, to the endless string of emails I sent them preparing for the trip, to every dive and every class while here... Trevor and Heather have been consummate professionals and have truly made this trip one that I'll remember for a lifetime. Every dive has left me excited and every course has left me more confident as a diver. Beyond the professionalism at the shop, I've been truly impressed with the level of safety and attention to detail that Trevor and Heather put into everything they do. Their focus on guest and diver safety is at the forefront of everything they do. They're also taking great care to make your dive experience safe in the age of COVID, with extra precautions from the time you enter the shop to the time you splash in the water... and they do so without affecting the quality of the experience. I can't say enough about how great it has been to dive and train with Culebra Divers! (The photos in this review were taken by Trevor @ Culebra Divers on our dives this week)

Had a great time with Mackenzie and John on our two tank dive Sunday (8/24). Bluewater was…read morerecommended to us by the Neptune dive shop after Neptune cancelled our dives due to inclement weather, Bluewater's boat is better suited for choppy water. Cpt. John put us on two great reefs and we were in the water in no time. Mackenzie was knowledgeable and attentive and kept a keen eye out for interesting sea life during our dives. This included a dolphin, sharks, eels, and many other sea creatures. Overall, John and Mackenzie made my wife and I, as well as 4 other divers of varying experience feel safe and welcome. I would gladly dive with this crew any day.

Wonderful dive guides, great boat, professional, very close to the cruise ship pier, super relaxed…read moreand knowledgeable about the multiple dive sites. We highly recommend them!!

Ann and Taz were nice enough to accommodate us even though it was a fairly slow day (and Ann was…read morefeeling under the weather). We were given a lot of personal attention and the ride was amazing to say the least. The view above water and under water were breathtaking in their own ways. We saw a lot of coral on the reefs (that haven't yet died because of bleaching... but sadly it is more prevalent that we would've liked) and colorful fish and even reef sharks. The spots we were taken to were exclusive too. We were pretty much the only people there to enjoy the glassy water and a deep blue ocean with a coral ecosystem so beautiful that our camera cannot do it justice. Taz was a great captain and had lots of interesting stories to share. All in all, this was an amazing experience. I would recommend - just remember to allot a bit more time because, you know, island time.

Worst. Diving. Experience. Ever…read more I found Taz to be impatient, insulting, and more interested in hunting down lionfish than making sure his clients enjoyed themselves or, more importantly, were safe. I went out for two dives with Taz. I'm still a very new diver, and I explained to him that one of my ears needed extra time to clear during the descent. Because of this, and a problematic mask, it took me several attempts before I was down on the sea floor the first time. He was clearly out of patience by the time this happened. Then, thanks to him underweighting me (even though I told him I had worn more weight during all my other dives), I found myself on a runaway ascent to the surface halfway through the dive. Scariest experience of my life!!! And it was very dangerous too--I could have caused serious damage to my lungs. Taz tried to blame it on me, but later grudgingly acknowledged I probably should have been weighed down more. He never apologized though. On a side note, lunch was nothing to write home about. Ham and cheese sandwiches and chips. The bread was stale. If you value your health and safety: Stay away. Far away.

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!