Great staff and service clean boat 47 people on our trip …read more alcohol poured freely snacks were plentiful Captain navigated choppy snorkel spots were delight

A truly amazing experience. Great staff who explained everything to you and give great directions…read morewhile being funny and joking. We got to see turtles, stingrays, and a number of different fish. Nice light breakfast as well as a filling lunch and unlimited drinks. So glad we did this, top thing on our trip. Thank you to everyone!

Everything! Best day ever!! Captain Kevin was great! Visited BVI's Jost and Norman... just a…read moreperfect day.

We booked a private charter for a group of 7 and Sonic charters gave us the best day on the island…read more The captain gave us some suggestions for a snorkeling excursion and took us to some of his hidden gems. We stopped by a beach for lunch and did some sight seeing with caves where he told us some stories about the attractions. The level of accommodation was also stellar as he was able to be flexible with our needs. Some of our friends were sea sick and requested to be dropped off a beach to relax and picked up later. The captain planned our day around that and helped to keep time of when we would go pick up our friends. The coral reefs were so vibrant and we saw so many fishes in the ocean. The captain made us feel safe that he has our back in case we swayed too far from the boat or needed help. I am not a swimmer but the boat had noodles and life jackets that he did not mind taking out and putting away as we went about our day. I appreciated how respectful the captain was about the island and the rules implemented such as reef safe sunscreens, no touching the turtles and so on. We had a great time and learned a thing or two! Towards the end of the trip a friend realized he had forgotten something on the boat and sonic charters helped us locate the boat and captain to retrieve it. Coming from nyc, it would have been long gone but glad we got it back. We had a great time, I would recommend them for anyone visiting and want their own boat to get away from the crowds.

Our private charter with Chris of Local Legend Charters was the highlight of our trip to The Virgin…read moreIslands. Hubby and me, as well as my brother and his wife, had an amazing time! We knew we wanted to take an excursion from St. John and luckily, our resort (Ritz Carlton Club) was able to find us the perfect trip with Chris. We departed our hotel (with our own drinks and snacks), coolers, towels, diving/snorkel gear were provided. Chris also coordinated going through customs at British Virgin Islands, our first stop were the Baths. It was an amazing ride with the beautiful waters, scenic shorelines, and awesome captain. Chris is not only a skilled captain but a great tour guide having grown up and spending a lot of time in this region. He pointed out the top beaches and a lot of other landmarks along the way. We spent time navigating through the Baths (I suggest water shoes as the ground was fairly hot and some of the rocks, nooks, and tunnels you have to go through are pretty challenging for the some of us. We touched many of the other islands like Tortola, Virgin Gorda, and had lunch at the Soggy Dollar with Chris. Chris is personable, professional, and has a 'good seaside manner'--very skilled at the helm. Loved this trip, Chris and Local Legend made it one of our most memorable travels.

Our family had two amazing days with Local Legend Charters. The captain took care of everything and…read moremade sure we had a perfect trip. The boat was very comfortable and smooth. Our days with Local Legend Charters were the highlights of our trip.

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.

Great day out on the water for our family of 5. Highly, highly recommend. Thank you Captain Pat,…read moreJasmine and Jeep for a laid back experience filled with good vibes. Snorkeling turned out great.

We were on St John's, the week before Thanksgiving. We hired Sweet Pea Charters to take us out for…read morethe afternoon...sight seeing and snorkeling. Captain Pat and Jasmine, were a wealth on information and excellent sailors....Jasmine fixed us a delicious grilled chicken salad, yummy desert and good booze. It was one of the highlights of our vacation.....Captain Pat's , faithful pup Jeep, keep a keen eye on everything.....thanks for a fabulous day. Highly recommend these two. The Shute's,Conners and Evett's.

Amazing Day with Stormy Pirates!…read more We booked a charter with Stormy Pirates to visit Jost Van Dyke (home of the world-famous Soggy Dollar), and it was hands-down one of the best excursions we've ever taken. Our crew -- Captain Cornelius and shipmate Kevin -- were incredible from start to finish. They were extremely knowledgeable about every area we traveled through, sharing history, tips, and local insights that made the trip feel special and personal. Even better, they were very safety-conscious, which made us feel completely comfortable the entire day. From the smooth ride to the crystal-clear stops and the perfect amount of time at each destination, everything was done with care and professionalism. If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure in the Virgin Islands, I highly recommend Stormy Pirates. You won't be disappointed!

We went out today with Tyler and Kevin. They were amazing hosts and so much fun. I really wanted to…read moresee the the turtles and our first stop did not disappoint. We snorkeled around the turtles for at least an hour. Our next stop was just as special with Stingrays, squid and beautiful fish. We had the boat to ourselves so we decided we wanted to do some sightseeing and the sights could not have been more beautiful. I recommend taking any kind of trip with Tyler and Kevin.

Capt Rick is so knowledgeable, and fun to listen to as he explains some of the history while he…read more safely navigates in the waters around Saint Thomas and St. John. he knows the best snorkel spots, and how to find the quiet places. We had such a blast with him. it's like having a hired comedian as your tour guide. Highly recommend taking the trip on lion in da sun.

Lion In Da Sun was able to accommodate us when our other company canceled the day before our day on…read morethe water. Captain Rick took a on a personal tour and we snorkeled three separate spots swimming with 5 turtles and over a sunken ship.

Rumbaba charters were amazing! I booked them for my birthday and we had the best time! John and…read moreChristina really catered to me and my boyfriend. We had unlimited drinks flowing and a delicious lunch cooked just for us! They were super easy going and very informative. We went snorkeling and jumped off the boat. Super nice couple! I deff recommend for your future boating needs! Very affordable as well!

Great crew and we had a great time. We spent the day with them and they we super flexible. We could…read morehave gone just about anywhere we wanted and they would have been happy to support. Recommend them to anyone interested in chartering a sail boat and doing some snorkeling.

Best boat charter experience! Captain Aaron and Leilani gave…read moreus the most incredible day on the water. We had amazing drinks, explored all the best snorkel spots, and felt completely taken care of from start to finish. Truly such an unforgettable experience!

We went to great snorkel spots and the husband/wife captain team were very nice but if you're…read morelooking for luxury this isn't it. The food was pedestrian at best and we all got off the boat at the end of the day starving. The boat was ok but when you went below deck to use the bathroom the carpet was completely water logged ankle deep in water. Below deck smelled really musty. In the end, the places we went were great but you could definitely have a better experience for the expense with another tour company.

*** 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.