St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Fishing Charters
Deep-sea, inshore, and sport fishing charters in St. Thomas & St. John with experienced USVI captains.
The waters surrounding St. Thomas and St. John are some of the richest fishing grounds in the Caribbean. Whether you're an experienced angler chasing blue marlin and yellowfin tuna offshore, or a family looking for a fun half-day of reef fishing, the USVI offers world-class fishing year-round. Charter boats range from center console skiffs for inshore action to fully equipped sport fishing yachts for deep-sea adventures in the North Drop — one of the premier big-game fishing spots in the world.
Fishing Charters Tours in St. Thomas
Half-Day Private Fishing Charter, Up to 6 Guests
Drift Charters
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
Drift Charters
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
Drift Charters
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
- Custom itinerary
Private 8-Hour Fishing & Island Hopping Charter
Drift Charters
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
- Custom itinerary
Half-Day Fishing Charter from St. Thomas/St. John, USVI
Drift Charters
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
- Custom itinerary
Full-Day Private Fishing Charter for 6 Anglers
Drift Charters
A dedicated full-day offshore fishing charter aboard Kaos (7:00 AM–3:00 PM), targeting pelagic species along the North Drop or South Drop. Fish with an experienced captain who hand
- Boat
- 34' Kaos Center Console Sportfishing
- Duration
- 8 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
Private 3/4 Day Fishing & Pizza Pi at Christmas Cove
Drift Charters
A relaxed 3/4-day private charter aboard Kaos that combines four hours of guided fishing with a licensed captain and two hours at the famous floating restaurant Pizza Pi in scenic
- Boat
- Fishing
- Duration
- 6 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
St. Thomas/St. John 6-Hour Private Fishing Charter
Drift Charters
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
- Fishing
- Duration
- 6 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
Full-Day BVI Contender Powerboat Trip from St. John
Trident Charters
Experience the US Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands aboard Off Da Rock, a sleek 32-foot Contender with a complete refit including the latest technology, brand-new cushions,
- Boat
- 32' Contender Powerboat
- Duration
- 8 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
Private Half-Day USVI Powerboat Charter for 6
Trident Charters
Experience the US Virgin Islands in style! Off Da Rock is a sleek 32-foot Contender that has recently undergone a complete refit with the latest technology, brand-new cushions, and
- Boat
- 32' Contenfer Powerboat
- Duration
- 4 Hours
- Up to
- 6 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
USVI Half-Day Group Catamaran Snorkel & Sightseeing Tour
Reef Surfari
Have an amazing four hour group excursion aboard the brand new 47-foot, 49-passenger high speed catamaran Reef Surfari. Explore St Thomas, St John, Christmas Cove, Lovango Cay and
- Boat
- Per-Person Adventures
- Duration
- 4 Hours
- Up to
- 49 guests
- Stops
- Custom itinerary
Why Visit Fishing Charters?
The North Drop
Just 20 miles north of St. Thomas, the ocean floor drops from 100 to 1,000+ fathoms — prime territory for blue marlin, wahoo, and tuna.
Year-Round Fishing
USVI waters produce fish all year: marlin and mahi peak in summer, wahoo and kingfish in winter.
Inshore & Offshore
Choose reef fishing for snapper and grouper, trolling for pelagics, or bottom fishing for a mixed bag.
No License Required
No fishing license is needed for visitors fishing from a licensed charter boat in USVI waters.
What You Need to Know
- Deep-sea charters target blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, and barracuda.
- Inshore and reef fishing targets yellowtail snapper, red snapper, grouper, triggerfish, and jack crevalle.
- Half-day charters (4 hours) are great for families and beginners; full-day charters (8 hours) reach the North Drop.
- Most fishing charters depart from Red Hook, Crown Bay, or American Yacht Harbor on St. Thomas.
- Boats provide all tackle, bait, rods, and gear. Most operate on a catch-and-release basis for billfish.
- The USVI hosts several major fishing tournaments, including the USVI Open Atlantic Blue Marlin Tournament.
Pro Tips
💡 Book a full-day charter if you want to reach the North Drop — it's about 90 minutes from St. Thomas.
💡 Morning departures are best for offshore fishing — seas are typically calmer before afternoon trade winds.
💡 Bring sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, a hat, and light layers. It gets breezy offshore.
💡 Ask your captain about keeping your catch — many will fillet fish for you to take to a local restaurant for preparation.
💡 Seasickness is common offshore. Take medication 30–60 minutes before departure if you're prone to motion sickness.
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