Overview
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover St. John’s most beautiful beaches and snorkeling destinations — from the turquoise waters of Trunk Bay to the sea turtles at Maho Bay and the reefs of Waterlemon Cay — all from the comfort of your own private Boston Whaler. This hands-on experience is ideal for adventure seekers, couples, and families who love the freedom to explore at their own pace. Unlike guided tours, you’ll enjoy total control over your itinerary, stopping wherever the day takes you. Soak up the sunshine, anchor in crystal-clear bays, and experience the Virgin Islands from a truly local perspective — the way islanders do.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Caribbean Boston Whaler Rental Enjoy the freedom of your own private vessel. You’re in control as you cruise the north shore of St. John and the surrounding cays. With seating for 5, each of these Whalers include a built-in cooler full of ice, a Bimini top that allows you to choose shade or sunshine, and the performance and reliability of a Mercury 4 stroke engine. If you’re cruising, snorkeling, or just relaxing on the beach, these boats are all you need for the perfect day out on the water! 16’ Whalers seat 5 (max 886 lbs) This boat is rented to guests without a professional captain and requires prior boating experience. Guests must be vetted and approved by Ocean Runner staff before the booking is considered confirmed. Rentals of these vessels are limited to the North Shore of St. John, between Cruz Bay and Waterlemon Cay Fuel is included in the rental price Ocean Runner reserves the right to cancel a trip up until 30 minutes before departure time based on conditions Enjoy a discounted rate on all snorkel gear rentals. Just $5 a day for a mask, fin, and snorkel set!
Options
16 Boston Whaler Bareboat Rental (Seats up to 5 people)
What‘s Included
Detailed map showing mooring balls, restrooms and places to eat
Discount on snorkel gear rentals
Fuel
Cooler with ice
Bimini top for shade
Food and drinks
$1000 authorization hold - released when the boat is returned without damages
Gratuity for your whaler attendant
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Boston Whaler Rental - Best day of our trip.
Lukanen-T,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our one-day Boston Whaler rental with Low Key Watersports Ocean Runner was the highlight of our trip. Being our own captains gave us total flexibility, and we loved the independence of a self-guided day on the water. We took the earliest rental to beat the heat and crowds and started by picking up sandwiches and drinks from St. John Provisions. Watermelon Cay was spectacular (about a 30-minute ride out), and we worked our way back with stops at Maho, Cinnamon Bay, and Hawksnest. Despite a small craft advisory, conditions were very manageable and made for a relaxing, enjoyable day. The snorkeling was outstanding—we saw starfish, nurse sharks, turtles, rays, eels, and an aquarium-level variety of fish and coral. Low Key provided clear, helpful guidance on routes, mooring, and operation. For others considering this: sun protection is essential (both clothing and coral-safe mineral sunscreen), and snorkel vests are a great safety add—especially for longer swims. If you’re comfortable operating a boat, this is an unforgettable way to experience St. John and a must-do activity.
Highlight of our trip!
kellymW5260TQ,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family had the most wonderful day with Capt. Chris on the Ocean Breeze exploring the BVIs and St. John. He was thoughtful about the experience we wanted to have, patient and engaging with our kids (9 and 11), and quick with recommendations that made the day easy and memorable. We did unfortunately have a longer wait than ideal (or relative to other boats around us) at customs to enter BVIs but Capt. Chris was great stretching the day out a bit at the end to make up for it. Overall this day was the highlight of our trip. Thank you!
Nice BUT could have been better!
Christina W,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Boat itself was good, clean “enough” for what we planned, day on the water floating and swimming around. Boat attendant was great, good personality, informative, and attentive. We tipped him extra for his efforts, believe his name was Danny. The boat rental attendant in the office the day of pickup however was very standoffish. Pretty sure she owned the place, she definitely acted like it. She needed to go back to bed and have some more coffee. People are on vacation, they don’t want your attitude, let your staff handle customers and keep your tail at home. Every person we dealt with was great except her. Rented a boat (full day, spent $300 in her shop, and rented snorkeling equipment…very ungrateful person for a couple that dropped nearly $1000 in her shop) would not recommend this business to anyone wanting a great day without attitude.
Great day on the water!
Denise2034,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was our captain for our BVI trip. He was receptive to where we wanted to go, and suggested another stop on the way home which was much appreciated and enjoyed! Our family of 4 really enjoyed our day!
Best day on the water!
Q5731FEelizabethb,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best day of our trip to St John! Boat was comfortable, plenty of room for 5 people. Price was very fair. We had the boat for 7 hours and were able to see everything we wanted. Definitely recommend!
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