St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands · 2026 Season
Drift Charters
USVI & BVI day charters aboard Nonsense (34' Regulator) and Her Deal (37' Axopar Suntop), plus dedicated sportfishing on KAOS (34' SeaVee) and Riptide (32' Topaz Express) — with fuel included on USVI day trips.
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Half-Day Fishing Charter from St. Thomas/St. John, USVI
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A focused four-hour fishing charter aboard Kaos with Drift Charters. Choose a morning (7–11 am) or afternoon (2–6 pm) departure and fish the South Drop or nearby nearshore grounds
- Boat
- 34' Kaos Center Console Sportfishing
- Duration
- 4 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
St. Thomas/St. John 6-Hour Private Fishing Charter
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Spend a half day on the water departing from St. Thomas, St. John, or Lovango on Kaos, a fully rigged sportfishing center console. Choose morning (7:00 AM–1:00 PM) or afternoon (12
- Boat
- 34' Kaos Fishing Boat
- Duration
- 6 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
Half-Day Private Fishing Charter, Up to 6 Guests
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A 4-hour private fishing charter aboard Riptide with Drift Charters — morning (7–11 am) or afternoon (2–6 pm) departure targeting the South Drop or productive nearshore grounds. Ca
- Boat
- 32' Riptide Topaz Express Sportfish
- Duration
- 4 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
Full-Day Private Fishing Charter - Pelagic Species
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A full-day (7 am–3 pm) private fishing charter aboard Riptide with Drift Charters. Target pelagic species along the North Drop or South Drop with an experienced captain and full ba
- Boat
- 32' Riptide Topaz Express Sportfish
- Duration
- 8 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
Private Full-Day Fishing & Snorkel Charter in USVI
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An 8-hour private charter aboard Riptide with Drift Charters — 4 hours of guided fishing in the morning followed by 4 hours of snorkeling, beach hopping, and exploring islands only
- Boat
- 32' Riptide Topaz Express Sportfish
- Duration
- 8 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
Private 8-Hour Fishing & Island Hopping Charter
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An 8-hour private charter aboard Kaos with Drift Charters that combines four hours of guided fishing with four hours of island hopping, snorkeling, and beach stops. Add a floating-
- Boat
- 34' Kaos Center Console Sportfishing
- Duration
- 8 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
Private USVI Full-Day Powerboat Charter
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A 7-hour private USVI day aboard Nonsense with Drift Charters — fully personalized to your group. Snorkel with turtles, hop beach bars, float all day, or stop for lunch at floating
- Boat
- 34' Nonsense Powerboat
- Duration
- 7 Hours
- Up to
- 12 guests
- Stops
Jost Van Dyke All-Inclusive Day Trip by Powerboat
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An 8-hour Jost Van Dyke day aboard Nonsense with Drift Charters — painkillers at Soggy Dollar, pour-your-own at Gertrude's, swimming at White Bay, lunch at Foxy's, snorkeling at Sa
- Boat
- 34' Nonsense Regulator Center Console
- Duration
- 8 Hours
- Up to
- 12 guests
- Stops
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Drift Charters runs a four-boat fleet split across two sides of the business: day charters (Nonsense and Her Deal) and dedicated sportfishing (KAOS and Riptide). USVI day charters include fuel — a rare thing in the Virgin Islands and one of the reasons Drift books out fast in peak season.
Every trip is captain-driven and fully customizable. Snorkel Buck Island and Christmas Cove, hit Lime Out or Pizza Pi, cross to Jost Van Dyke or The Baths on a BVI day, or troll the North Drop for marlin and mahi. Passport required for BVI; 20% captain gratuity is standard.
What Makes St. Thomas Drift Charters Special?
Nonsense — 34' Regulator
12-guest Carolina-flare center console with wraparound seating and marine head. Smooth in chop.
Her Deal — 37' Axopar Suntop
Scandinavian-design 11-guest cruiser with plush shaded seating — Drift's flagship day boat.
KAOS — 34' SeaVee
Serious offshore fishing platform for North Drop marlin/tuna and inshore mahi.
Riptide — 32' Topaz Express
AC, bathroom, dinette, and TV below — the most comfortable fishing charter around.
Meet the Captains
Drift Charters Captains
USCG-Licensed Captains
Drift's captains split between the day-charter side (Nonsense, Her Deal) and the fishing side (KAOS, Riptide). Day-boat captains focus on custom USVI/BVI itineraries — Lime Out, Pizza Pi, Buck Island, Jost Van Dyke. The fishing captains run trolling spreads on the North and South Drops for marlin, tuna, wahoo, and mahi, and switch to light tackle inshore. Every charter includes captain gratuity at 20% standard, paid direct.
Trip Pricing at a Glance
| Trip | From |
|---|---|
| Nonsense · USVI Half-Day (1–6) | $875 (fuel incl.) |
| Nonsense · USVI Half-Day (7–12) | $975 (fuel incl.) |
| Nonsense · USVI Full-Day (1–6) | $1,400 (fuel incl.) |
| Nonsense · USVI Full-Day (7–12) | $1,500 (fuel incl.) |
| Her Deal · USVI Half-Day (1–6) | $1,000 (fuel incl.) |
| Her Deal · USVI Half-Day (7–11) | $1,150 (fuel incl.) |
| Her Deal · USVI Full-Day (1–6) | $1,500 (fuel incl.) |
| Her Deal · USVI Full-Day (7–11) | $1,650 (fuel incl.) |
| Her Deal · BVI Full-Day | From $2,200 + fuel |
| KAOS · Half-Day Fishing | From $1,200 |
| KAOS · Full-Day Fishing | From $2,400 |
| Riptide · ¾ Day Fishing | From $1,800 |
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What You Need to Know
- Four-boat fleet: Nonsense (34' Regulator, 12 guests), Her Deal (37' Axopar Suntop, 11 guests), KAOS (34' SeaVee, fishing), Riptide (32' Topaz Express, fishing).
- Fuel is included on all USVI day charters — BVI trips charge fuel separately based on route.
- Nonsense features a Carolina-flare bow, wraparound starboard seating, and a marine head/cabin.
- Her Deal is a 37' Axopar Suntop — shaded seating, sleek Scandinavian design, and top-end speed.
- Riptide is the only fishing boat in the fleet with AC, an interior bathroom, dinette, and TV — best for families or heat-sensitive anglers.
- Trips include captain, snorkel gear, Bluetooth sound, bottled water, and cooler with ice.
Pro Tips from the Locals
💡Book Her Deal for BVI days — the Axopar's speed and shade make the crossing to Jost or The Baths comfortable.
💡Bring a passport and $75 cash per person for BVI customs on any BVI day trip.
💡Choose KAOS for offshore trolling on the North Drop; choose Riptide if you want AC and a real bathroom during a long fishing day.
💡Standard captain gratuity is 20%, paid directly via cash or Venmo.
💡Lime Out and Pizza Pi charge separately — bring a card for food and drinks.
💡Morning departures generally offer the calmest water and best snorkeling/fishing bite.
Frequently Asked Questions
Drift Charters FAQ
How much do Drift Charters trips cost?
Drift Charters trips listed on QuestVI range from $875 to $1,800, depending on the trip. See the table above for each trip's price and whether it is per person or per charter.
Where do Drift Charters trips depart from?
Drift Charters trips depart from St. Thomas.
Does Drift Charters go to the BVI, and what passport or customs is needed?
Yes — 3 Drift Charters trips go to the British Virgin Islands. The operator asks guests to bring: Valid passport (required for BVI). ~$75 cash per person for BVI customs & entry fees.
What's included on Drift Charters trips?
Commonly included: Fuel; Bottled water; Bluetooth sound system; Snorkel gear; Bait & tackle; Catch cleaning & bagging. Check each trip page for its full list.
How does booking Drift Charters through QuestVI work?
You book on Drift Charters's own FareHarbor checkout at the same price as booking direct. QuestVI adds no fee or markup, and our local team is happy to help you choose the right trip.
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