Crew was live and ready to plunder, clearly no landblubbers... The kokoa came with the cutlass' sharp, hardtack cooked, and decks manned! Captain Jamison ran a TIGHT ship, ensuring all hatches were batten down. The first and second mates were well versed in pirate antics, grog blending, weighing the anchor and hoisting the mizzen. Booty was bountiful, scurvy was nye, and timbers were shivered. Dabloons well spent. read more

Kekoa Sailing Expeditions - Little St James - Boat Charters Near Me - Cruz Bay, Virgin Islands

Great customer orientation and responsiveness. Jamison's and crew. know the waters.. love the boat... inform.. and listen. Food is a plus... whether you're in the water snorkeling.. or a boat lubber.. you will have a terrific experience. Recommend watching YouTube story of boat history....enriches the experience. zsearck You Tube Kekoa St John, AVI read more

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Short of a private cruise, there wasn't much else captain and crew could do to make the excursion better - we'll done. We were there at the end of the busy season, early May. My grown daughter took a pill but was still susceptible to seasickness, so out of curiosity I asked the captain for his recommendations. The last one was to steer the boat, which he generously offered to her ! So if you really want to sail, this crew can help make it happen. The capacity of the boat was larger than expected. The amount of food was less than expected (good variety though), but in hindsight is okay since eating and snorkeling isn't the best combination. read more

Beautiful boat! Top notch service! The all day snorkeling package included 3 snorkeling stops, full lunch, unlimited drinks and a friendly, knowledgeable captain and crew. Under challenging wind conditions our captain made sure we had a truly enjoyable day on the water! I can't recommend this family business highly enough... if you've read this far, book a trip! You won't regret it. read more

Everything. about the day sail was perfect. As soon as we got on the boat, it was clear that the crew was there to make our experience special. They put out a great spread of food to munch on, answered all our questions about their beautiful boat, stopped for snorkeling 3 times and when the going got rough for one very short period of time, made sure that everyone was safe. Quite a few people didn't snorkel, but they seemed to be having a great time. Food for lunch was delicious, drinks flowed. Highly recommend! read more

Jamison the captain and his first mate Monica were outstanding. The seas were a bit choppy the day we were out, but the boat, built by the captain, handled them well. The boat was clean and well maintained, and both Jamison and Monica were very attentive to everyone's needs read more

WONDERFUL SUNSET SAIL! We booked the KEKOA for a family outing on their sunset sail. It was a wonderful experience. We were a big group, all wore white, and rode on the Kekoa for a beautiful sunset sail out on Cruz Bay. The crew was fantastic, catering to every person, offering drinks, and little snacks. The music they played was perfect for the ocassion. The black sails on the catamaran are truly breathtaking, and very unique. We wanted to stay on there all night if we could. We even danced and used hula hoops for entertainment. It was a beautiful ending to our week-long trip in St.John. read more

My family just took a trip on the Kekoa yesterday the experience was fantastic the crew friendly knowledgeable helpful it was a wonderful day in every way I highly recommend that you consider cruising on this wonderful boat ! Thank you Captain Jamison ! read more

We went out yesterday with a three women crew on the Kekoa. Perfect day and they were awesome

One of the best snorkeling trips ever. We took this trip with friends and had a wonderful time. We made 3 snorkel stops and had lunch on board the boat. The lunch was excellent. I have never had that good of food on a tour. Drinks were included and were not lacking on alcohol. Every crew member went above and beyond to make the trip memorable. read more

Outstanding experience - highly recommend! My family of 5 enjoyed every minute of our tour! Gorgeous and comfortable, hospitable crew and captain. Can't wait to return to St. John and book another trip on the Black Sails! read more

Awesome time no better charter service in all the Caribbean! Whole crew make the experience awesome.

We did the sunset cruise -- it was *perfect*. Capt. Ryan and crew were welcoming and friendly. The yacht itself is stylish and beautiful (and with a great backstory). Super relaxing, plus they had great drinks and great music. Will definitely sail with them again -- highly, highly recommend. read more

Excellent experience! Crew was professional, polite and made everything run smoothly! Kekoa is large and guests easily spread out on the generous deck. Large covered area in back with comfortable seating as well. Saw an eagle ray, sting ray, and tons of other fish at the snorkel locations. Lunch was fresh, nutritious, and generous! Can't recommend them enough! read more

We did the sunset sail! We could have sailed with this crew all day with the amount of fun we had! Captain Jameson is so relatable and down to earth you can't help but want to get to know him! The crew is also full of beautiful and accommodating girls too! We have done a few cruises while in the Virgin Islands and the Kekoa was hands down, our favorite. From the beautiful, breathtaking boat that Captain Jameson and his brother built from hand to the genuineness of the crew that work the boat-you can't help but love it and feel apart of the family! There's even mid-sailing activities like hula hooping which provided some amazing entertainment! We were even able to practice our wedding vows for the first time aboard the Kekoa and we are so gracious to the captain and crew for giving us this special moment that we will cherish forever. Captain Jameson even let us shoot off the cannon after! Talk about first class treatment, I would highly recommend this boat for all your adventures as it will not disappoint! read more

Kekoa Sailing Expeditions - Our dear friends felt the romance aboard the Kekoa! - Boat Charters Near Me - Cruz Bay, Virgin Islands

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I think the catamaran trip with Kekoa Sailing was the absolute HIGHLIGHT of my St. Thomas vacation. I absolutely loved the energy that the entire crew brought to the experience. The sailing was pretty smooth, the music was amazing, and the open bar (once we finished our snorkeling) was an added bonus! We were a wedding group of probably between 20-30, all decked out in highlighter colors (yellows, greens, pinks, blues -- you name it). Kekoa took us out to "Two Butts Beach," the nickname they gave to the Mermaid's Chair Beach at St. John. The snorkeling (which Kekoa provided all the gear for) was BEAUTIFUL. I saw so many coral, a huge array of fish, followed a sea turtle around for a bit and even came face to face with a small jellyfish (which I was assured was harmless, but it got me out of the water pretty quick). The crew on board know how to make a deeeelicious Painkiller, so that is definitely my recommended go-to drink for the catamaran ride. I also really liked that they didn't open the bar until after everyone had finished snorkeling (safety first, always!). The crew even got everyone dancing on the nets as we sailed around and enjoyed all the exotic and tropical views that the USVI had to offer. They even had a hula hoop for some added fun. If anyone is looking for a charter service that will provide an amazing day trip, I can't recommend Kekoa enough. They're worth every penny and created my favorite memories from this trip! read more

My wife and I sailed with Kekoa on May 3, 2019 to Jost Van Dyke (BVI) and had an incredible experience. The catamaran is in great shape after post-hurricane repairs, and has a ton of space to lounge while on the water. The crew was so friendly and attentive, and pays extra attention to safety and customer service. We snorkeled at Mary's Point on the north side of St John and then had beautiful conditions to sail to JVD and enjoy White Bay. Highly recommend this boat and crew - we will absolutely join them again for a sail on our next trip. read more

This is our second time sailing with Captain Jamison on Kekoa. We love this excursion. The boat is so nice and very comfortable. They could take out a lot of people but limit the number which makes it soooo enjoyable for everyone. The drinks flow after we snorkel and the fruit and cheese were tasty. It's always an experience at Soggy Dollar. A great place to people watch and have lunch. They do an excellent job. Captain Jamison has truly found his passion for life. He knows how to sail his boat and select music. On this trip, he took us out on the open seas and gave us the best ride ever. We were all laughing and having the time of our life riding the waves. It's nice to see a familiar face when we return. Highly recommend, you will not. E disappointed. read more

Unique story and really fun Captain and crew. A must Do experience while visiting St John or St Thomas USVI!

Such an amazing trip! My husband and I sailed for our honeymoon. I highly suggest all visiting St. John to sail with Kekoa.

I haven't been on many day cruises, or sailboats for that matter. But Kekoa was top notch all around. The waters were great and both snorkeling spots were amazing. We got to swim with some sting rays! The sailing aspect of the day was so relaxing and it helped that there was a full bar. Sarah was a great Captain and her crew (Molly and Katia) were equally as great. I would recommend this to absolutely anyone coming to St Johns. read more

We did a half day cruise today with the Keowa. All I can say is first rate the whole way. Their captain and mates were engaging and very friendly. The drinks were awesome and we had a blast. I would highly recommend this ship if you are looking for a snorkeling trip. read more

This excursion was fabulous. The snorkeling sites had so many fish, coral and beautiful things to see. Lunch was delicious and the drinks were great. The crew was attentive to every detail and took care of everything we needed. I would recommend this excursion, you won't be disappointed. I will do it again. read more

We absolutely love sailing on the Kekoa and are so thrilled she is back in the water after Hurricane Irma. a huge catamaran, very comfy, great staff and an amazing history. perfect for weddings!! read more

Check this company out for an amazing sailing excursion. The boat is beautiful and the staff is amazing. We did a sunset cruise to St John from St Thomas and it was an incredible experience. read more

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I recently booked a gal pal trip to the BVI's with Kekoa. We wanted a sailing catamaran that was priced competitively and included snacks/drinks. We got all that and more! The crew was very friendly and Captain Jameson has an amazing story of resilience. Kekoa is a fighter and looks better than ever! The ride itself was smooth and they had comfy giant pillows. I will be a repeat customer! Highly recommend! read more

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This is first class operation with a crew that caters to your every need. Boat is spotless, updated and comfortable. Ask and you will receive! My family and I scheduled a 6 hour private cruise with hopes of 3 snorkeling stops. After 4 hours we had our 3 snorkeling stops and was actually headed to a fourth but had to cut our trip short because of weather. No Problem! They met us two nights later for a two hour Sunset Cruise to complete our 6 hour cruise. Which actually worked out better than original plans. Plenty of drinks and food to keep everyone happy. Not the cheapest, but the service, quality of experience and food /drink is well worth. Treat yourself to the best! We'll be back. read more

Spent the day in the USVI and BVI onboard the Kekoa. An amazing vessel, great young crew and a captain who could parallel park this cat in NYC at rush hour and not blink. Great service. Great people. Memorable day. read more

We took a day trip aboard the Kekoa to St. John and Jost Van Dyke while staying at the Ritz St. Thomas for our honeymoon.... The sailing excursion was the most memorable part of the vacation. For a short video clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQnPY2AQTf4 read more

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I've been on the Kekoa a few times with friends and each experience is as amazing as the next. Great experienced and professional crew, awesome snorkeling, and delicious snacks.. and the painkillers aren't bad either :) Can't wait for my next trip. read more

This was the highlight of our St. John trip! The crew is so fun and friendly. The catamaran (and its history) is absolutely amazing. They have an open bar after the first snorkel stop & light snacks with great music playing the entire time. We wished we could have stayed at the Soggy Dollar a little longer, but I completely understand why we are limited to two hours. Overall great experience and I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting St. John! read more

Yo ho ho! I did not think it was possible for the Carribbean waters to be any more amazing... until I saw them from the deck of this vessel! Excellent crew and destinations! I even scored some booty! read more

Went on a charter cruise to Jost van Dyke. Used Kekoa because of a friend telling us they were the best on the island. One word, AWESOME! The crew of three made sure we were taken care of with drinks, snacks and even took care of our customs forms and passport stuff while we stayed on the boat. Dropped us off in the water to swim in to The Soggy Dollar Bar and kept the crew on board to watch our stuff. Awesome crew. Awesome boat. read more

Just got back from St. John and sailed on the Kekoa on our last day. There were just two of us so we didn't know any of the other passengers. There were probably about 25 of us total and that was a perfect amount of people, not too many. The crew were three very efficient, professional, women. They pulled up to pick us all up on time to the minute. Taking drink orders, sailing the catamaran, and playing fantastic music all seemingly effortlessly. It started to rain (for about 10 minutes) and they switched the music to "Raindrops Keep Falling on my Head..." LOL!! The sound system is great and there are even four big outdoor bean bags to hang out in. My husband and I hung out the whole time in those! great trip! Oh..and I LOVED the history and story of the Kekoa! NOT boring! AND..of COURSE they will charge full price for little ones! They are passengers and their safety is just as important as the adults and the price is justified. AND the banana bread was to die for..YUM!!! read more

We have a great time during the sunset cruise. The ship is beautiful and is actually build by the captain who owes the co. The crew is nice and friendly. As it is the birthday of one member in my party, the crew setup a cabin to be fried by him. read more

Our snorkeling and sunset cruise was possibly the best we've ever been on. The crew was personable, professional and fun and made the outing wonderful for all participants. The quality of the snorkeling gear used was well above the traditional rental quality you find on the beaches and the drinks served with the sunset were fantastic. I don't highly, highly, highly recommend many businesses, but this is one that I do! read more

This was my wife and my's third time on the Kekoa and this was the best experience yet. Kim, Amber and Sara were a great crew and were very helpful and knowledgeable. This boat is privately and they just do everything the right way. We have done other boat trips on the island, but this one is by far the most relaxed and enjoyable. The service and open bar were huge pluses. The crew picked the best snorkeling spot and then we spent 3 hours on White Bay, which is the best bay on BVI. We will continue to recommend this boat to anyone looking to do a boat trip from St John. read more

Dropped this to one star after I talked to person that paid for the cruise. Unbelievable- they were charge full price for an 8 month old baby and a 4 year old child ($60 pp). This is unexcusable. read more

The condo where we were staying on St. John recommended that we take a tour of St. John and the neighboring islands through Kekoa. The boat is beautiful and the story of it is truly amazing as several other reviews have mentioned. Jamison was our captain and was a great host and you can tell the entire staff is focused on making sure that everyone has a great time. The service is amazing from the snacks to the lunch to the open bar. I would recommend this trip to anyone and think that it is a must do whenever you visit the islands. Top notch service and an amazing vessel make for a great day on the water. Not too mention, their new mascot, Koa, who is an adorable 5 month old lab puppy, who was the perfect entertainment. read more

Kekoa sailing is the absolute best. This is a must do for any trip to the island. Jameson and his staff are as professional as it gets. The boat is comfortable with nets to lay on, hula hoops, and bean bags to lounge on. We did the excursion to Jost Van Dyke and loved every minute. The ride was smooth as could be. read more