Private Tours in the US Virgin Islands: Why You’d Want One and Who It’s For

As one of the top island tour operators in the US Virgin Islands with guided tours available on all three islands—St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix—we are often asked if we can provide private tours as opposed to our group tours.

The answer? Absolutely, yes!

Our group tours are a great, affordable option for those looking to join in on a tour with other travelers. It’s a fun way to meet people, and you still get the benefits of seeing more & learning about the islands through our expert guides.

But sometimes, you’d like personalize your experience a little more and this is when booking a private tour can be an excellent option. 

Why Private Tours Can Be an Ideal Option in the USVI

For couples or small families looking to have a more individualized experience, a private tour can be just what you’re looking for. When you have a guide all to yourselves, you have the ability to customize your experience. Want to stay a little longer at a particular snorkel spot to hang with an amiable sea turtle? Let’s do it! Want to skip a busier beach for a more secluded cove? No problem! Have a young child who needs a break from the action? Take all the time you need!

On a private tour, your guide also has the ability to devote more one-on-one attention to you. If you have a specific area of interest that you’d like to focus on more such as birdwatching or getting video footage, you can plan your time around that with your guide. Your guide will also be available to assist if you’d like some more photos together on your tour. 

Private tours, plain and simple, are also perfect for those who just prefer privacy. On a private tour, there is no need to socialize with others you do not know and you can enjoy quality time with those you came on vacation with.

Private Tours are also Popular for Corporate Groups & Special Events

If you’re coming to the USVI as a group, then setting aside a private tour experience for all of you together can be a fun addition to your itinerary. We can accommodate groups of all sizes with enough advanced planning and our team would love to help you personalize your private tour(s) to suit the custom theme/vibe of your group trip. We’ve offered customizations for things like team building, wedding celebrations, milestone birthdays, school trips, and more. 

For corporate groups, special events, or custom experiences, please contact us directly by phone at (340) 779-2155 or by email at info@viecotours.com to make arrangements with our team.

How Do I Book a Private Tour?

You can now upgrade any eligible tour to a private experience for just a $99 flat fee. This “Private Tour Upgrade” can be selected during online checkout—just look for the Flat Fee – Private Tour Upgrade option when booking your tour. Private tours are available any day except Wednesdays.



Prefer to book by phone? Give us a call at (340) 779-2155 and we’ll take care of everything.

Whether you choose to join in on one of our group tours, or if you opt to reserve a private tour experience, we can’t wait to show you our favorite spots in the US Virgin Islands. There’s so much to see and do here that even one tour is never enough—and no tour is ever the same!