Private Power Catamaran Adventure in Saint Kitts and Nevis

This private catamaran trip gives you four hours to shape your own day between St. Kitts and Nevis. You can snorkel at Shipwreck Cove, swim in quiet water, cruise the coast, stretch out on Pinney’s Beach, or stop at a beach bar for lunch and a Killer Bee rum punch. Dylan and Papi are among the crew members frequently assigned to the boat.

I like the rare freedom to choose the pace, and I like that the boat is private for your group of up to six. Snorkel gear, bottled water, soft drinks, and alcoholic drinks are included, which keeps the day simple. The main drawback is that lunch costs extra, and four hours can feel short if you want several swim stops plus time on Nevis.

Key points at a glance

• Your group controls the day: The crew can suggest stops, but the route is designed around what you want to do.
• Shipwreck Cove is a popular snorkel stop: You may see tropical fish, rays, sea turtles, and other marine life.
• Nevis adds a beach-and-lunch break: Pinney’s Beach and Sunshine’s are common choices for a relaxed stop.
• The boat suits small groups: Up to six people share the catamaran, rather than a large excursion boat.
• Drinks and snorkel equipment are supplied: Bring only the personal items you need for a half-day on the water.
• The total price is $800 per group: Split six ways, that is about $133 per person before lunch, a fair rate for a private boat.

A private route between two Caribbean islands

Most boat outings follow a fixed schedule. This one gives you room to make decisions as the day unfolds. The advertised start is 10:00 a.m. at 77VG+39 in Basseterre, and the boat returns to the same meeting point after about four hours.

That flexibility is the real reason to choose this trip. You can spend more time snorkeling if the water is good, skip a crowded stop, or linger at a beach if that is what your group prefers. The crew can also recommend where to go for lunch, but you are not locked into a single meal stop.

The crossing between St. Kitts and Nevis is part of the pleasure. From the water, you see the islands from a different angle, with long beaches, open Caribbean views, and steep island scenery forming the backdrop. You are not simply being ferried from one point to another. The ride itself gives you time to swim, sit in the sun, and enjoy the breeze.

What the four-hour itinerary can look like

There is no single rigid route, but the most useful way to picture the trip is as a mix of snorkeling, swimming, cruising, and a Nevis stop.

Your captain may first take you to a snorkeling area such as Shipwreck Cove. The outing is not marketed as a specialist scuba trip, but the water around the islands can still provide a pleasant look at reef fish and other marine life. Specific sightings have included fish, rays, a sea turtle, and a stingray.

Snorkeling conditions are never guaranteed. Wind, rain, visibility, and sea conditions can change the quality of a stop. Still, the private format helps because you are not tied to a large group waiting for everyone to finish. If your party wants more time in the water, you can ask. If someone would rather stay aboard, the rest of the group has more freedom to continue.

After snorkeling, the captain may cruise toward Nevis. Some groups use the crossing as quiet sightseeing time, while others stop again for a swim or a stretch in the water. The crew has also made extra stops for shell finding and sandbar-style swimming, depending on the day and conditions.

The important point is to discuss priorities early. Four hours is enough for a well-paced combination of activities, but not for every beach, bay, and bar on both islands. If lunch at Nevis matters most, say so at the start. If snorkeling is your main goal, protect that time before adding too many other stops.

Pinney’s Beach and the Nevis lunch option

Pinney’s Beach is one of the most appealing parts of the trip for anyone who wants a classic Caribbean beach break. You can step ashore, swim, sunbathe, or simply enjoy a slower hour after the boat ride.

Sunshine’s Beach Bar is a frequently suggested stop on Nevis. It is known for its rum punch, including the Killer Bee, and it gives the outing a social, distinctly local-feeling pause. The crew can point you toward the bar and help you get oriented.

Lunch is not included in the $800 price, so budget separately for food and drinks purchased ashore. That extra cost is worth keeping in mind when comparing this charter with an all-inclusive cruise excursion. On the other hand, choosing your own lunch spot gives you more control than a prepaid group menu.

Some parties prefer to eat at a beach bar. Others bring their own lunch and stay on the beach or aboard the boat. The trip information specifically confirms that lunch is excluded, but the supplied drinks on the catamaran help fill the gap during the day.

Why the crew matters on a private charter

A private boat only feels special if the crew reads the group well. Here, Dylan, Dillon, Papi, Peppe, Chris, CJ, David, Kiko, and other crew members have been praised for being friendly, professional, and accommodating. Names and crew assignments can change, so you should not assume a particular captain will operate your departure.

The strongest pattern is the crew’s willingness to adjust the day. They can recommend a snorkel site, suggest a beach bar, explain the route, and let you decide how much time to spend in each place. That is especially useful for families or mixed-age groups with different ideas about a perfect afternoon.

The crew also appears to pay attention to comfort and safety. On some trips, a crew member has accompanied people toward the beach bar while another stayed with the boat. That kind of practical help lets you explore without feeling abandoned at an unfamiliar landing point.

You should still speak up about what you need. Tell the crew if someone in your group gets motion sick, wants less sun, prefers a shorter swim, or would rather skip a bar. The more clearly you set priorities, the more useful the private format becomes.

The catamaran, the ride, and the small-group advantage

The boat has been described in trip accounts as a 36-foot power catamaran. Its twin-hull design is suited to a relaxed day on the water, with more room to move around than you would typically find on a small open boat.

This is a power catamaran, not a quiet sailing cruise. You get the ability to cover ground between St. Kitts and Nevis during a half-day, but you should expect engine noise. If your dream is a silent sail with no motor sound, a sailing excursion may fit better.

For up to six people, the $800 group price works best when the boat is full. Six people sharing the cost brings it to roughly $133 each before lunch. Four people pay about $200 each, and a couple pays $400 each, so the value changes sharply with group size.

Compared with a large shared excursion, you are paying for privacy, control, and personal service rather than simply transportation. A full group that wants a flexible day should find the pricing sensible. A couple seeking a low-cost boat ride may find a shared tour easier on the budget.

What is included, and what you should bring

The supplied package includes snorkeling equipment, bottled water, soda, and alcoholic beverages. That means you do not need to rent basic snorkel gear separately, and you can stay refreshed without buying every drink aboard.

Rum punch is a recurring feature of the day, but drink responsibly. Alcohol and open water are a poor mix when combined carelessly, especially if you plan to snorkel or swim. Save the celebratory drink for when you are back aboard and finished with the active part of the outing.

Lunch is not included. You should plan either to buy food at a beach bar or ask the operator in advance about bringing your own meal. The trip information confirms the lunch exclusion, while individual outings have included beach-bar meals and self-supplied lunches.

You will want a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a cover-up. Those are sensible personal items for a boat and beach day, but they are not listed as provided by the operator. A waterproof pouch for phones and valuables is also a practical choice, since swimming and spray are central to the experience.

Fitness, weather, and the practical limits

The activity calls for a moderate level of physical fitness. That makes sense because you may board a boat, move around on deck, climb in and out of the water, snorkel, and walk across a beach to a bar or restaurant.

Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation. The information does not spell out the boat’s full accessibility setup, so anyone with mobility concerns should confirm boarding and beach access before paying.

Weather matters. The operator may cancel if conditions are poor, offering another date or a full refund. Caribbean showers can also appear during an otherwise good day, so a brief spell of rain does not necessarily ruin the outing. One particularly wet return was still remembered as a favorite part of the vacation, but you should pack with changing weather in mind.

You also need to allow time for the boat to return to Basseterre. If you are visiting from a cruise ship, confirm the ship’s all-aboard time and leave a generous buffer. The posted tour ends back at the meeting point, but sea conditions can affect travel time.

Who will get the most from this tour

This is a strong choice for a family, group of friends, or two or three couples who want their own boat. It works especially well when people have different interests, since one person can snorkel while another swims, sunbathes, or stays aboard.

It is also a good fit for repeat island visitors. Instead of checking off a long list of formal attractions, you can spend the afternoon on the water and stop only where the scenery or conditions appeal to you.

The tour may be less suitable if you dislike motorboats, want a full-day outing, or need a guaranteed lunch and tightly scheduled sightseeing. It is also not ideal for anyone who wants a specialist-level snorkeling or scuba program. The focus is a relaxed island day, not technical instruction or serious underwater exploration.

How this compares with a standard group excursion

A shared boat tour can cost less, but it usually asks you to follow someone else’s timetable. The private catamaran gives you control over the route, the length of swim stops, and the choice of lunch location.

That freedom has a price. At $800, this is not a casual add-on for one person. It makes the most sense when six people share the fee, or when a smaller group places high value on privacy and convenience.

The private setting also improves the social side of the day. You can talk with the crew, ask for local food suggestions, and change plans without negotiating with dozens of other people. For a family celebrating a special occasion, that personal space may be worth more than a lower-cost group ticket.

The trade-off is that you must help shape the experience. If you arrive without deciding what matters most, four hours can disappear quickly between the meeting point, the crossing, snorkeling, a beach, and lunch.

Booking details and cancellation terms

The tour accepts mobile tickets, and confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. It starts at 10:00 a.m. from the Basseterre meeting point and returns there at the end.

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that 24-hour window are not refunded or accepted. Poor weather is handled differently: if the operator cancels, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

The experience has a 4.9 rating from 52 ratings and a 98 percent recommendation rate. Those numbers suggest a strong record, especially for crew service and flexibility, but they do not remove the normal risks of a sea outing: weather may change, snorkeling visibility varies, and lunch costs extra.

The final call: is the Moko Jumbie charter worth it?

I would choose this Aquamax Adventures charter if I had at least four people and wanted a relaxed, personal day rather than a packed sightseeing schedule. The strongest reasons are the private boat, the ability to adjust the route, the included drinks and snorkel gear, and the chance to combine St. Kitts, Nevis, snorkeling, swimming, and a beach bar in one outing.

Book it with realistic expectations. This is not an all-inclusive lunch tour, not a guaranteed wildlife encounter, and not a silent sailing trip. It is a flexible half-day on the water, with a friendly crew helping you turn four hours into the kind of island day your group actually wants.

FAQ

How much does the private catamaran tour cost?

The price is $800 per group of up to six people. Lunch is not included.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately four hours and begins at 10:00 a.m.

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts at 77VG+39 in Basseterre, St. Kitts, and ends back at the same meeting point.

Is the catamaran private?

Yes. This is a private tour, and only your group participates.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is provided as part of the experience.

Are drinks included?

Yes. The package includes alcoholic beverages, soda, and bottled water.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.