St. Thomas to Tortola Water Taxi
Private land and water taxi from STT airport straight to Road Town, The Moorings, or your BVI charter boat. Your driver and boat are waiting for you, BVI customs is handled with you, and you skip the Road Town ferry lines.
Airport to charter dock in about 2–2.5 hours, versus 3.5–4 hours by taxi and ferry. Private boat. Your timetable. No ferry lines.
- 🧊 Chilled drinks aboard: beer, water, soda
- ✈️ Flight tracking
- 🛂 BVI customs help
- ⚓ Charter boat drop-off
The travel-day problem
Getting from St. Thomas to Tortola shouldn’t be the hardest part of your trip.
- The St. Thomas to Tortola ferry runs on its schedule, not your flight’s. Miss one and you wait hours for the next
- The ferry drops you at the Road Town terminal, then you’re hunting for a taxi to your charter base with all your bags
- BVI customs lines, luggage fees, and crowded decks with a tired group in tow
- One delayed flight and your whole first night unravels
There’s a better way
STT airport to your Tortola dock, privately.
Your SeaHorse driver meets you at STT, helps with your bags, and brings you to our private boat in Red Hook. Grab a cold beer, water, or soda for the ride to Tortola. We help you through BVI customs, then drop you at Road Town, The Moorings, Nanny Cay, West End, or right at your charter boat.
We watch your flight. If it’s late, we adjust. You’ll know exactly who’s meeting you and where, before you ever leave home.
Your plan for an easy arrival
Three steps. Zero stress.
Reserve your ride
Tell us your flight and destination. We confirm your fare and send clear arrival instructions: who, where, and what to expect.
We handle every detail
Airport meet, a hand with your bags, customs, and a private boat ride across the water. Your only job is to enjoy the view and a cold drink.
Arrive relaxed
Step onto your charter or into your villa hours ahead of the ferry crowd, rested and ready for day one.
Where we drop you on Tortola
Water taxi to Road Town and every Tortola charter base
Chartering a boat in the BVI? We go straight from St. Thomas to the marina where your yacht is waiting.
Road Town
- The Moorings / Sunsail
- BVI Yacht Charters
- TMM
- Conch Charters
- Virgin Island Yacht Charters
- Village Cay (land drop-off)
Nanny Cay
- Horizon Yacht Charters
- Navigare
- MarineMax
- Waypoints
West End
- Voyage Yacht Charters
- Soper’s Hole (land drop-off)
Hodges Creek
- The Catamaran Co. / Fiesta
- Dream Yacht Charters
- Navigare
Private broker boat or a different marina? Choose “Other” in the quote form and tell us where.
Why travelers choose SeaHorse
Hospitality first. Transportation second.
On your timetable
Your boat to Tortola leaves when you land, not when the Road Town ferry schedule says.
Flight-delay peace of mind
We track your flight and adjust, so a late arrival doesn’t strand you.
Customs, handled
We help you through BVI customs on arrival in Tortola, and USVI customs on the way home.
A hand with your bags
We help get your bags from the car to the boat and onto the dock. (We don’t provide porter service.)
Chilled drinks aboard
Cold beer, water, and soda waiting on the boat. Your vacation starts on the water.
Extra TLC on request
Traveling with someone who needs more care? Tell us. We plan for it.
In our guests’ words
“Reliable, organized, and stress-free from start to finish.”
“They provided very clear instructions prior to our arrival, our driver was easy to find at the airport.”
“I can’t say enough great things about this company. The service was reliable, organized, and stress-free from start to finish. I highly recommend Seahorse Water Taxi and look forward to using them again on our next trip.”
“Every detail was anticipated and handled seamlessly. Would not hesitate to use sea horse again for any inter-island transport. Thanks Amy and Felix!”
Still deciding?
SeaHorse Water Taxi vs. the St. Thomas to Tortola Ferry
| Logistics & comfort | SeaHorse | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Expected wait after landing | None | 1–4 hrs |
| Chilled drinks (beer, water, soda) 🍹 | ✓ | ✕ |
| 100% private boat | ✓ | ✕ |
| Airport meet at baggage claim | ✓ | ✕ |
| Drop-off at your villa dock or charter | ✓ | ✕ |
| Baggage management (we help, no porter service) | We help | On your own |
| Customs assistance | ✓ | ✕ |
| Flight tracking & delay adjustment | ✓ | ✕ |
BVI entry fees are set by the government and apply to all private transport. Your exact quote depends on destination and party size.
St. Thomas to Tortola FAQ
Questions about the water taxi to Tortola
How do I get from St. Thomas airport to Tortola?
Book a SeaHorse private water taxi. Your driver meets you at STT, takes you to our boat in Red Hook, and we bring you across to Tortola, help you through BVI customs, and drop you at Road Town or your charter base.
How long is the water taxi from St. Thomas to Tortola?
Door to dock, most guests go from the STT airport to their Tortola charter company in about 2–2.5 hours. The taxi-and-ferry route usually takes 3.5–4 hours.
Can you drop us at The Moorings or our charter boat?
Yes. We drop off at The Moorings/Sunsail, BVI Yacht Charters, TMM, Conch, Virgin Island Yacht Charters, Nanny Cay, West End, Hodges Creek, and private broker boats. Pick your marina in the quote form.
Do you help with BVI customs?
Yes. We guide you through BVI customs and immigration when you arrive in Tortola, and USVI customs on the way back.
What if my flight is delayed?
We track every flight’s take-off and landing and adjust your pickup. Share each traveler’s flight details in the form so we can plan around everyone.
How much is a water taxi from St. Thomas to Tortola?
Your price depends on your party size, drop-off location, and whether you book one-way or round trip. Get a quote and a real person on our team will reply with your exact fare.
Questions first?
Talk to a real person.
Coordinating a BVI charter for a group flying in on different flights? We’ll help you sort out timing, bags, and everyone’s arrival into St. Thomas.
- 📱 Call or text: (340) 474-4905
- ☎️ US toll free: (833) 340-0340
- ✉️ info@SeaHorseVI.com
- 📍 Based in Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI
Ready when you are
Get your fare in minutes. No payment until your ride is confirmed.
Group of 6+? Mention it. We’ll coordinate everyone’s arrivals.