Private Tour
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the British Virgin Islands on a small-group boat tour aboard PalmaBella III, a smooth-riding 27-ft power catamaran departing from St. John. Designed for comfort and stability, this catamaran makes the open-water crossing easy and enjoyable.
Snorkel in crystal-clear waters, relax on white-sand beaches, and island hop to famous BVI destinations like Jost Van Dyke or Norman Island, chosen for the best conditions each day. Enjoy sun, shade, and panoramic island views—without the crowds of larger tours.
Perfect for couples, families, and friends looking for a personalized BVI adventure with unforgettable scenery. At Palm Tree Charters, You Choose the Cruise…
Book now and explore the BVIs the best way—by boat.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
British Virgin Islands
At Palm Tree Charters, we specialize in creating unforgettable custom private charters departing from Cruz Bay, St. John. With our fleet of premium power catamarans, we have the perfect boat to match your desires and budget. No matter which boat you choose, you’re guaranteed a fantastic day exploring the breathtaking waters of the US and British Virgin Islands. All of our vessels feature ample shade and exceptional stability, ensuring a smooth, comfortable ride for you and your guests. From island hopping to snorkeling hidden gems, You Choose the Cruise™, and we’ll make it a day to remember. Let us show you the beauty of the Virgin Islands in style!
Cooler with Ice and Drinking water
Experienced USCG Licensed Captain
Fuel is not included. Amount Varies, Approximately
Snorkel Gear is not included
Gratuity is not included. 20% is customary
Customs Fees. (in cash)
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
DayTrip12845786116,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We did a full day USVI trip with Abbi. She was a fantastic captain and took us to great beaches for swimming and snorkeling. She had excellent local knowledge of each location, advising us where to swim & not swim to avoid sea urchins, etc. The boat was clean and in excellent condition, complete with a Bimini top to use when we needed shade. We stopped at Pizza Pi for lunch which is a fun concept but so popular that there was a bit of a wait - we'd probably skip that if we did it again to maximize our time at the beautiful beaches. A wonderful day and we'd certainly book with Palm Tree Charters again. They were highly recommended to us by a family who books with them every year.




Catherine E,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a lovely day with a group of friends with a full day trip to the BVI’s. We started out on Jost Van Dyke and had a relaxing visit with Foxy and bought some delicious Rum cake from the super nice local woman on the bay front stand. Jim then took us over to Peter Island, oh what a gorgeous property, and we had a relaxing and delicious lunch with the most incredible surroundings. We headed back to JVD and had a glorious afternoon on White Bay with painkillers from Soggy Dollar Bar.



jenniferyL6352TM,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
My husband and I met Jimmy a couple years ago in White Bay when he was there with a group on his boat, I tucked his business card away. About a year ago and friend was telling me about a great experience she had on a charter in USVI, it was Jimmy and Palm Tree Charters. So, obviously when we decided to book a charter, we booked with Palm Tree Charters! It was just my husband and I for the day. Our day with Captain Chris was fantastic! We had an idea of where we wanted to go, but were open to suggestions! He asked a few questions to ask what was most important for us to see. After that....he took us on our adventure! We spent the entire day exploring BVI... Tortola, Virgin Gorda. We were able to snorkel, have drinks/food, explore and see so much. We thoroughly enjoyed our day and will definitely book again!



K1458DLmorganf,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a great time on our snorkel trip! Jasmine was great, she gave us a tour/education about St. John and the different beaches as well as the BVIs. She also gave recommendations for places to try local cuisine. The day of our trip it was bit windy so we had to modify our plans but we still had a great time and would totally do it again!
LaurenMSquared,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had such a lovely experience with Abbie on our sunset cruise. The water was choppy and the clouds were being rude, but she did a fantastic job of keeping us in as calm of water and with as good as views as were humanly possible. Will definitely go again the next time we're in St. John!
Operated by Palm Tree Charters