Kekoa Charters

From: $125
Boat: Sailing Yachts
Seats: 72

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Sail, snorkel and unwind aboard Kekoa

Trade the road for a sail between islands, then cool off with a snorkel and a drink on deck. Kekoa offers several very different days from St. John, so choose the outing that matches your holiday.

Which sail should you choose?

  • St. John full day: two snorkel stops and a swim stop, with snacks, a deli-style lunch and an open bar. Sites such as Lovango or the St. James islands depend on conditions.
  • Half day: a shorter mix of sailing, snorkeling and swimming, with snacks and drinks.
  • Jost Van Dyke: snorkeling followed by White Bay for beach time and lunch ashore. Lunch and customs costs are additional.
  • Sunset: about ninety minutes in Pillsbury Sound, with drinks and appetizers.

Know before booking

The White Bay trip requires guests to swim ashore and back. A dinghy is not guaranteed. Discuss swimming ability, boarding needs and food allergies beforehand. Call for current fares and meeting instructions.

What to bring

  • Swimwear, towel, hat and non-spray sunscreen.
  • A dry bag and money for meals ashore or tips.
  • For Jost Van Dyke: your physical passport and required travel documents. Follow Kekoa’s document instructions.

Booking questions

Call +1 340-244-7245.

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Listing last updated: October 2026

Guest reviews of the charter company

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Kekoa is a momentous experience.

A beautiful catamaran, a crew that knows these waters like old sailors, and just the right mix of professionalism, fun, and island charm. The captains somehow turn one sunset into three, sailing with perfect timing to set the sun behind three mountainous scenes before it is truly under the horizon.

Great snorkeling, good people, hula hoops, hurricane stories, and a real brass cannon. Nothing feels cookie cut. It feels authentic, handcrafted, and distinctly St. John.

If you want polished corporate tourism, look elsewhere. If you want a memorable day or sunset on the water with people who genuinely care about what they do, sail with Kekoa.

Five stars. Highly recommended.
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Scott Tanner
Jun 2026
We had the best time aboard Kekoa from STJ to White Bay, Jost Van Dyke. This was, by far, the most chill, relaxed group charter experience I’ve ever had. We started off with a nice snorkel around Mingo Cay, then made our way to Jost. The captain and mates were extremely professional and communicative the entire time. They made everything easy: from passing out equipment to managing customs check ins. They know that boat like the back of their hands - because the captain built it himself! It was so cool to hear and read about the story of the boat, and we felt very safe with the crew the entire time. I would recommend this charter for every age group, but it would be beneficial to be a decent swimmer to really enjoy the full experience. I thought it was pretty cool to pull up on Jost and be “the cool” boat, with fun music and freedom to get on and off the boat whenever. The captain and crew did a great job to create a fun and non-cheesy experience on and off board. We will be back again, and I think this is a don’t miss it experience on STJ.
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Mary Topping
May 2026
I had a great time with Kekoa Sailing, I booked 2 sunset cruises and each one was exactly what I hoped it would be. It's a beautiful boat and an amazing crew, I really enjoyed meeting and chatting with Jamison, Sully and Lauren.
I would definitely recommend Kekoa Sailing Charters and book them again if I return.
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Jason Khan
Apr 2026

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