Captain Jug Charters: Explore St. John's Waters
Discover St. John's breathtaking beauty with personalized boat tours and unforgettable snorkeling adventures. Your nautical adventure awaits!
Captain Jug Charters, located at the National Park Dock in Cruz Bay, St. John, offers personalized boat tours and snorkeling adventures around the island. With customizable itineraries and a focus on customer experience, they provide an unforgettable way to explore the stunning landscapes and marine life of the Virgin Islands.
A brief summary to Captain Jug Charters
- National Park Dock Cruz Bay, Cruz Bay, St John, 00830, VI
- +1340-643-0078
- Visit website
- Monday 7 am-7:30 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-7:30 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-7:30 pm
- Thursday 7 am-7:30 pm
- Friday 7 am-7:30 pm
- Saturday 7 am-7:30 pm
- Sunday 7 am-7:30 pm
Local tips
- Book in advance, especially during peak season, to secure your preferred boat tour and time slot.
- Customize your itinerary to include specific locations in the USVI that you'd like to visit.
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and swimwear to fully enjoy the sun and water activities.
- Consider a half-day charter for a shorter excursion or a full-day charter for a more comprehensive experience.
- Pack a lunch or take advantage of the various lunch spots located on and around the water in the USVI & BVI.
Getting There
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Walking
Captain Jug Charters is located at the National Park Dock in Cruz Bay, a short walk from the Cruz Bay Ferry Terminal. From the ferry terminal, walk north along the waterfront. The National Park Dock is located adjacent to the Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center.
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Public Transport
From other locations on St. John, you can take a taxi to Cruz Bay. Most taxis are open-air safari buses. Taxis are readily available at the ferry dock. From the ferry dock, follow the walking directions to the National Park Dock. Public buses (VITRAN) also service the island, but are not always reliable. The bus travels between the Cruz Bay ferry dock and Salt Pond Bay.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout St. John and at the Cruz Bay Ferry Dock. A taxi from the ferry dock to the National Park Dock is a short ride. Negotiate the fare before starting your trip. Taxi rates from Cruz Bay start at $8 per person.
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Virgin Islands National Park
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Cinnamon Bay Trail
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Reef Bay Sugar Mill Ruins
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Cruz Bay Visitor Center
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Lind Point Trail
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Cruz Bay
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Caneel Bay
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Caneel Bay Beach
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Turtle Bay Beach
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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BVI Island Surf and Sail
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Coco Loco
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