Board a 45' Sea Ray and spend a sunlit day hopping between the best snorkel sites and secluded beaches of the US and British Virgin Islands. Expect guided swims, gourmet meals, and flexible private itineraries — just pack reef-safe sunscreen and your passport for BVI stops.
Board a 45' Sea Ray and spend a sunlit day hopping between the best snorkel sites and secluded beaches of the US and British Virgin Islands. Expect guided swims, gourmet meals, and flexible private itineraries — just pack reef-safe sunscreen and your passport for BVI stops.
Boarding at a sun-warmed dock in Charlotte Amalie, you step onto a 45' Sea Ray where teak and stainless steel frame a panoramic view of turquoise channels. The engine hums and the wind pushes the cockpit cushions as the captain sets a course through the Virgin Islands — short hops between coral gardens, white-sand cayes and hidden coves.
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Operated by Magic Moments Luxury Excursions · Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands
Boarding at a sun-warmed dock in Charlotte Amalie, you step onto a 45' Sea Ray where teak and stainless steel frame a panoramic view of turquoise channels. The engine hums and the wind pushes the cockpit cushions as the captain sets a course through the Virgin Islands — short hops between coral gardens, white-sand cayes and hidden coves.
Geology here is abrupt: older volcanic bedrock gives way to softer limestone shoals carved by sea and storm. That geology governs the itinerary — caves at Norman Island, the powdery ring of Sandy Cay, the swimming beaches of Jost Van Dyke, and the boulder-carved Baths on Virgin Gorda. The islands’ colonial past shows in place names, small harbors and layered maritime stories: privateers, plantation farms and modern yachting culture all share this shoreline.
Expect a day of snorkeling over fringing reefs, guided swims for starfish and roomy sun decks for lounging. Onboard service leans French—continental breakfast, a chef-prepared lunch and an open bar are common on private charters. If you cross into the British Virgin Islands, bring passports and know extra fuel or provisioning fees may apply.
Practical edge: sea state changes quickly — take motion-sickness remedies if needed, reef-safe sunscreen, and footwear with grip for dinghy beach landings. The trip is low-impact physically but demands sun protection and hydration; crew handle lines and navigation. For those wanting a custom route, private charters make stops on your timetable, but check weather and customs rules the morning of departure.
If the itinerary stays within the US Virgin Islands, a passport is not required for US citizens, but any planned stop in the British Virgin Islands requires passports and may involve customs procedures.
Standard private charters typically include a continental breakfast, a gourmet lunch and an open bar, though menus can be customized—ask about provisioning fees for special requests.
Yes—non‑swimmers can stay on the yacht and enjoy the scenery; snorkeling stops are optional and crew will assist with floatation for less experienced swimmers.
Operators monitor conditions closely; trips can be canceled or rerouted for safety, and many offer full refunds if canceled more than 24 hours before departure.
Magic Moments Luxury Excursions operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




Boarding at a sun-warmed dock in Charlotte Amalie, you step onto a 45' Sea Ray where teak and stainless steel frame a panoramic view of turquoise channels. The engine hums and the wind pushes the cockpit cushions as the captain sets a course through the Virgin Islands — short hops between coral gardens, white-sand cayes and hidden coves.
Boarding at a sun-warmed dock in Charlotte Amalie, you step onto a 45' Sea Ray where teak and stainless steel frame a panoramic view of turquoise channels. The engine hums and the wind pushes the cockpit cushions as the captain sets a course through the Virgin Islands — short hops between coral gardens, white-sand cayes and hidden coves.
Geology here is abrupt: older volcanic bedrock gives way to softer limestone shoals carved by sea and storm. That geology governs the itinerary — caves at Norman Island, the powdery ring of Sandy Cay, the swimming beaches of Jost Van Dyke, and the boulder-carved Baths on Virgin Gorda. The islands’ colonial past shows in place names, small harbors and layered maritime stories: privateers, plantation farms and modern yachting culture all share this shoreline.
Expect a day of snorkeling over fringing reefs, guided swims for starfish and roomy sun decks for lounging. Onboard service leans French—continental breakfast, a chef-prepared lunch and an open bar are common on private charters. If you cross into the British Virgin Islands, bring passports and know extra fuel or provisioning fees may apply.
Practical edge: sea state changes quickly — take motion-sickness remedies if needed, reef-safe sunscreen, and footwear with grip for dinghy beach landings. The trip is low-impact physically but demands sun protection and hydration; crew handle lines and navigation. For those wanting a custom route, private charters make stops on your timetable, but check weather and customs rules the morning of departure.