Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE 

5.0/5 (29 reviews)
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 Estate Frydenhoj 6300, St. Thomas, 00802, U.S. Virgin Islands

If you are visiting St. Thomas or St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, come join us for a day of fishing on Riptide.

Riptide is a 2003 Topaz 32 Express that was completely refitted in 2022. If you are looking for a comfortable day out fishing, this is the boat you want to be on. Riptide has tons of covered seating/shade, AC, Refrigerator, head/bathroom, bed, dinette and a TV downstairs, which is great for kids or anyone wanting to “beat the heat”.

We offer 4, 6 & 8 hour trips accommodating up to 6 anglers plus captain & first mate. There will be ice & bottled water provided. We will clean and bag any fish you wish to keep.

Don’t miss out on the chance to hook the catch of a lifetime on one of the most comfortable charter boats around. Enjoy your fresh catch at one of our local restaurants.

MINIMUM AGE FOR FISHING IS 4 YEARS OLD.

****PLEASE INCLUDE EMAIL ADDRESS AND IF YOU ARE ST. THOMAS OR ST. JOHN PICK-UP****

Drift Charters

Charter Operator

Drift Charters

15 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Air Conditioning
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $950 
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $950 
6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,300 
6 Hour Trip – Offshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,300 
8 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,600 
10 Hour Trip – Marlin (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Aug 31
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,700 
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FAQs about Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE

What are the trip rates for Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE?

Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $950 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Marlin (AM) (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE?

When you book a trip with Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Enclosed
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE?

Trips booked with Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will filet and bag all fish you wish to keep at no extra charge. )
  • Drinks (Bottled water and ice provided )
  • First Mate (First mate included on every trip. Salary based off gratuity, 20% gratuity for mate and captain are standard. )
  • Fishing License (No fishing license required currently. )
What types of fishing does Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE offer?

Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (South Drop 8-10 miles. North Drop 17-20 miles. Usually decide where we will fish depending on weather conditions that day. )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE offer?

Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE?

Top targeted fish species with Drift Charters Fishing - RIPTIDE include:

  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Queen Snapper (Caribbean)
  • Rainbow Runner
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Drift Charters

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
144 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2022
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

The Crew of Drift Charters runs trip out of Compass Point Marina, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, aboard a 33ft Topaz Sportfishing boat (RIPTIDE) & 34ft Regulator center console (NONSENSE). We also pick up in Cruz Bay, St. John, US Virgin Islands if staying in St. John. These waters are known for mahi mahi, wahoo, tuna, barracuda, marlin & sailfish to name a few. We will do our best to put your group on fish and ensure you have an enjoyable day on the water. Quit wishing, let’s go fishing!

Our Team
Forrest R.

Forrest R.

Captain

Lawrence A.

Lawrence A.

Captain

RJ S.

RJ S.

Captain

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Caribbean Queen Snapper
Caribbean Queen Snapper
Rainbow Runner
Rainbow Runner
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Topaz
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 500HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

South Drop 8-10 miles. North Drop 17-20 miles. Usually decide where we will fish depending on weather conditions that day.

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Enclosed

Air Conditioning

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Live Bait Well

Kitchen

Multimedia System

Outriggers

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

We will filet and bag all fish you wish to keep at no extra charge.

Drinks

Bottled water and ice provided

First Mate

First mate included on every trip. Salary based off gratuity, 20% gratuity for mate and captain are standard.

Fishing License

No fishing license required currently.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

MINIMUM AGE FOR FISHING IS 4 YEARS OLD.

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

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