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A Private Day at Sea: JuggerKnot’s Custom 7‑Hour Cruise Around St. John
A fully customizable, 7‑hour private charter aboard a 41′ Maine lobster boat with space for up to 12 guests—ideal for snorkeling, secluded bays, or an indulgent day of cruising.
A Private Day at Sea: JuggerKnot’s Custom 7‑Hour Cruise Around St. John.
On the JuggerKnot you trade crowded ferries and fixed itineraries for a single captain, a small crew, and seven hours of tailored time on the water around St. John. Operating from the National Park dock and run by Captain Jug, this private charter pairs the comforts of a well‑appointed 41′ Maine lobster boat with the flexibility to pick two or three USVI destinations and shape the day to suit snorkeling, secluded bays, or relaxed cruising.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Fully Customizable Itineraries
Guests choose 2–3 destinations in the USVI when booking and refine the route with the captain on the day, allowing for a private program focused on snorkeling, quiet anchorages, or scenic cruising.
Comfort and Onboard Amenities
JuggerKnot is a 41′ Maine lobster boat outfitted for comfort: spacious seating, all‑weather protection, a large swim platform, dry storage, and a stocked cooler with top‑shelf bar options and a Bluetooth/SiriusXM sound system.
Access to Marine Life and Snorkel‑Ready Stops
The charter includes snorkel gear, floats and easy water access from the large swim platform, making it straightforward to explore coral reefs and the marine life around chosen bays.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The rhythm is deliberately slow: a morning briefing with your captain, a run to the chosen bays, and a sequence of stops shaped around snorkeling, swimming, sunbathing and lunch. The captain and crew handle navigation, safety and provisioning while the group moves from reef to sandbar to sheltered cove aboard a vessel designed for stability and shelter from sun, wind and rain.
THE ROUTE
Fully Customizable Itineraries
Guests choose 2–3 destinations in the USVI when booking and refine the route with the captain on the day, allowing for a private program focused on snorkeling, quiet anchorages, or scenic cruising.
THE BOAT
Comfort and Onboard Amenities
JuggerKnot is a 41′ Maine lobster boat outfitted for comfort: spacious seating, all‑weather protection, a large swim platform, dry storage, and a stocked cooler with top‑shelf bar options and a Bluetooth/SiriusXM sound system.
THE SEA
Access to Marine Life and Snorkel‑Ready Stops
The charter includes snorkel gear, floats and easy water access from the large swim platform, making it straightforward to explore coral reefs and the marine life around chosen bays.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this charter suits—and when to look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Standard charters are seven hours long.
Primary pick‑up is at the National Park dock on St. John; alternative pickups (for example St. Thomas) are available but may incur docking fees.
Bring towels, reef‑safe (non‑spray) sunscreen, snacks and any preferred beverages; snorkel gear, floats, noodles and freshwater shower are provided onboard.
Base private charter pricing covers up to six guests with a stated starting price; additional adults are charged per person and maximum capacity is 12 guests—fuel surcharges are charged based on usage and dock rates.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can I customize the itinerary?
Yes. You select 2–3 destinations in the USVI when booking and then the captain will discuss and finalize the route on the day of the charter.
What amenities and equipment are provided onboard?
The charter includes a stocked cooler with beverage options, snorkel gear, floats and noodles, life jackets for adults and children, a freshwater shower, dry storage and a Bluetooth/SiriusXM sound system.
Where does the boat depart from?
The primary pickup location is the National Park dock on St. John; alternative pickups such as St. Thomas are available but may carry docking fees.
How long is the charter and what is the group size?
Charters run seven hours. Pricing is quoted for up to six guests with the vessel capable of carrying a maximum of 12 guests; additional adults are charged a per‑person fee.
Can I bring food or arrange a lunch onboard?
Yes. Guests may bring their own lunch for a boat picnic or the crew can plan stops near lunch spots; bring any preferred snacks or beverages as desired.