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Local Legend Boat Charters - British Virgin Islands
5.0(98)St Thomas1–11 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(97)
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At a glance
Duration
1–11 hours
Price from
$1,950 / person
Location
St Thomas
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 98 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Local Legend Charters
Meeting point
If you opt to meet up at our marina slip, head to Compass Point Marina. From the parking area, walk the left road and make your way to the boat slips. Once you've reached the gravel area walk onto the dock from either entrance. Our boats are in that first row facing you!
Description
Local 3rd generation family owned/operated small business provides Private, custom Boat Charters, Day trips and tours of the Virgin Islands, with unique knowledge and understanding of local area, history & weather passed down 3 generations. Includes sightseeing, swim, snorkel, beach/bar hop, dine, shop, surf, kiteboarding, hike, cliff jumping & more. Choose duration, location, itinerary or we plan excursion! The boat is beautiful, very safe, smooth, comfortable, dry ride, award winning, "unsinkable" Cape Horn 31 XS model with quiet, reliable twin 250/300 horsepower Yamaha Four Stroke engines. Trip includes large (4') cooler w/ice, water, snorkel gear, noodles, fresh water rinse down, swim ladder, cushioned seating with shaded areas, 13 speaker JL audio marine stereo system comprised of tweeters, subwoofer, Bluetooth/USB/Aux chord connectivity/charging and all required US Coast Guard safety Equipment such as Life Jackets, Fire Extinguishers, Flares, VHF radio, First Aid Kit, Life rings.
Tour Options
Boat Charter Local Legend
Pickup included
Itinerary
Soggy Dollar Bar
180 min
Best beach bar, home of the “Painkiller drink, most beautiful beach and water around!
120 min
Floating taco bar, artisanal drinks, gourmet tacos, floating lily pad seats, swim up bar or delivery to boat in historic Coral Bay, see all of St. John on your way to and from the best tacos ever!
120 min
Floating, gourmet taco bar. Yes it’s real and amazing, located in historic Coral Bay, relax in one of their lily pad floats or the swim up bar while you enjoy artisanal cocktails and tacos or get delivered to our boat. You will see all of St. John on your way to and from the best tacos you will ever have.
The Baths National Park
Admission included120 min
National Park, giant boulders the size of houses naturally occurring on pristine white sand beaches. Hike under, over and in between the rocks and beaches, snorkel the caverns created by the toppled granit, said to be remnants of ancient volcanic explosion.
Honeymoon Beach
Admission included60 min
One of the only beach bars available to visit in the national park, offers, drinks, food, cabana for shade, snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards and no car access, so must hike, shuttle or boat in!
Virgin Islands National Park
120 min
Untouched beauty preserved by the federal national Park system over 2/3s of St John island.
Norman Island Caves
Admission included60 min
The real treasure island caves from the story by Robert Louis Stevensen, swim into the cave where actual pirate treasure was found, you can see out the entire time and are fully illuminated. Calm, clear water allows you to feast in the treasures below, bright coral, tropical fish and dark corners of cave where maybe you will find a lost treasure.
120 min
Newest beach bar, restaurant and resort offering, dining, shopping, pool, hiking, snorkeling and beach access.
Water Island
60 min
The 4th Virgin Island, visit calm, pristine honeymoon beach, Dinghy’s beach bar or tour the island on a golf cart and see some of the old world war barracks.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Not included
Fuel surcharge
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
If you opt for us to meet you at your resort. Please coordinate with us ahead of time to determine your exact pick up location on the beach or dock.
If you opt to meet up at our marina slip, head to Compass Point Marina (this is a popular marina that most taxi drivers would be familiar with). There is a large parking area for guests driving themselves. From the parking area, there is a breakfast spot on your left and a convenience store on the right if needed. Walk the left road and make your way to the boat slips. Once you've reached the gravel area walk onto the dock from either entrance. Our boats are in that first row facing you! It will say Local Legend on the side.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
A maximum of 12 people per booking
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants if going to the British Virgin Islands
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel if going to the British Virgin Islands
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Local Legend Boat Charters - British Virgin Islands take?
Local Legend Boat Charters - British Virgin Islands lasts about 1–11 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Local Legend Boat Charters - British Virgin Islands cost?
Prices start at $1,950 per person for this St Thomas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Local Legend Boat Charters - British Virgin Islands for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. If you opt for us to meet you at your resort. Please coordinate with us ahead of time to determine your exact pick up location on the beach or dock.
If you opt to meet up at our marina slip, head to Compass Point Marina (this is a popular marina that most taxi drivers would be familiar with). There is a large parking area for guests driving themselves. From the parking area, there is a breakfast spot on your left and a convenience store on the right if needed. Walk the left road and make your way to the boat slips. Once you've reached the gravel area walk onto the dock from either entrance. Our boats are in that first row facing you! It will say Local Legend on the side. Pickup points include Marriott's Frenchman's Cove.
What languages is Local Legend Boat Charters - British Virgin Islands offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(98)
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Williams_K
August 2, 2026
Fantastic boat ride
Captain Chris is very knowledgeable and accommodating while on his charter. My family and I had the best day on his boat. He took the time to explain everything throughly. We went to The Bath’s and the Soggy Dollar which both were amazing. I highly recommend The Local legend charter!
Operator response
Thanks for the great review! We're so glad Captain Chris made your day on the boat special for the whole family, The Baths and Soggy Dollar are absolute favorites. We truly appreciate the recommendation and look forward to your next trip with Local Legend Charters!
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EhJayEl
April 21, 2026
Best guides in USVI
We've had two amazing experiences with Local Legend the past two spring breaks. Last year we had Captain Zach, last year we got Captain Chris. Both guys are great and will show you a fun time. We got to snorkel, see some turtles, take a look at sunken ship, etc. This was everybody's favorite day of the vacation both years.
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193glenng
September 13, 2025
Great day with Island Legends
Chris is an excellent captain! He tailored the day to our desires and was very flexible with the agenda for the day. Sightseeing, snorkeling & lunch were all terrific. We spent time at & around Jost Van Dyke - completely fantastic.
Our friends used Chris for a charter last year and this year that highly recommended Chris for our trip with them.
Safety is top of mind with Chris. Oh yeah, Chris is a super nice guy. We highly recommend!
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robkO3635ST
August 9, 2025
Great day snorkeling the Islands.
Local Legends saved the day after our cruise booked snorkeling trip was cancelled literally at the last minute. Chris is a son of a son of sailor - and an expert on all things local marine. He tailored a fun day for us and was even able to do a drop back in the main port. Great memories snorkeling and visiting St. John. Thanks for taking us out with no notice.
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reneewC5794NK
April 22, 2025
Highlight of Our Trip to St. Thomas
We had an amazing time on our private charter around the US Virgin Islands. Chris listened to what we were interested in doing, and tailored the trip to our liking. Would absolutely recommend doing this on your trip! It was definitely the most fun thing we got to do with snorkeling, jumping off the boat and just cruising around listening to music. My teenage nieces absolutely loved it, and they are hard to impress. Our only regret is we did not book a full day!
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savannahc767
November 24, 2024
Best day in the BVI’s - highly recommend!!
An incredible day in the BVIs! Our boat charter was the perfect way to explore these beautiful islands. We loved every stop—The Baths were stunning, lunch on Cooper Island was fantastic, Sandy Split beautiful, and the Soggy Dollar always had been on my bucket list! The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was just right. We wrapped up with a sunset cruise that was simply breathtaking. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience—highly recommend!
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343chazd
April 3, 2024
Simply the best!
Local Legends are the way to see the USVI! We had Captain Zach take us on a nice afternoon tour of St. Thomas and St. John. He hit so.e amazing spots, we saw sea turtles fish and everything in between. Amazing service, can't be beat! Amazing local knowledge and super personable.
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765addiem
March 27, 2024
Perfect day on the water in St. Thomas
We are staying at Buoy Haus by Marriott in Frenchman's Bay and wanted a Waterview perspective of St. Thomas. The resort recommended Local Legend Charters and they didn't disappoint! Zack picked us up at The Westin (neighboring property) dock for a 1/2 day private boat trip. He took us to all the highlights
Lavongo
Sapphire Beach to swim in for a daiquiri
Christmas Cove
I even asked for the best grouper sandwich on the island and he researched and sent us to Twisted Cork. Omg fried grouper sandwich and duck fat fries! The perfect day!
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V4372HSkristinag
March 26, 2024
Safe and so much fun for the whole family!
This was such an amazing experience for me and my family! We Island hopped and went swimming on multiple beaches you can only access by boat (felt like private beaches), swam with sea turtles, and got lunch on Water Island! On top of all the fun, our boat Captain, Chris, communicated the rules so that we felt very safe, and gave us hourly reminders to reapply sunscreen. No one got burnt and we had a fantastic time with our family. 10/10 would charter with Local Legends again!
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V5268XZjamesh
July 17, 2023
Best trip in the USVI
If you go to the USVI get out on the water w Captain Chris. Wonderful trip seeing the USVI from the water. Snorkeling was better most places we have been and we were the only people on the reef. An experience not to be missed. Chris and his boat are first class!
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