There’s no better time to plan your fishing trip to the Virgin Islands than the holidays. The kids are out of school, the holiday spirit is in the air, and you’re itching to get out of town. When you’re ready for an amazing holiday fishing trip to the Virgin Islands that you and your family will be talking about for years, you’ve come to the right place!

At Just Fish St. John, you’ll enjoy a day out on the water trolling for big game fish and it’s a guaranteed blast from start to finish! Here we go over a little bit about how to plan the perfect trip this holiday season so you and your family can get the most out of those winter vacation days.

Plan An Amazing Fishing Trip To The Virgin Islands

When you’re planning a holiday fishing trip to the Virgin Islands, consider what kind of trip you’re looking for. Do you have smaller children who might burn out more quickly? Want to stay close to shore? We have fishing options that meet every family and every budget. Forget about the stress that comes with the holiday seasons and instead enjoy a relaxing and fun vacation in the beautiful Virgin Islands.

Read on as we discuss some of the options you get with Just Fish St. John.

Family Fishing Trip

Planning a family trip is kind of our specialty. The key to planning a great family fishing trip is to make sure your Captain knows what they are doing. Captain Josh knows how important family bonding really is and helps you and your family create lasting memories. He’s planned countless trips and will make sure that you and all of your family has a fantastic time!

Each family fishing excursion with Just Fish St. John is a great way to introduce your children to fishing. It’s exciting to catch all the different kinds of Caribbean fish species, and it’s an experience your kids will be talking about for years to come. It starts with the Captain giving a great introduction and building up the excitement for your family. Your family trip includes inshore species like Kingfish, Bonito, Blackfin Tuna, Barracuda, Tarpon and more. Typically the fishing occurs over reefs and inside lagoons along the island’s shore. Because Captain Josh uses trolling and live-bait fishing methods which gives kids the chance to learn about baiting the hook, letting line out in the reel, and feeling the tug of the fish on the pole! The whole point is to share experience and bond together - and our family excursions do just that!

Blue Marlin Charter

Maybe you don’t have time during the winter holiday for a fishing trip, but Blue Marlin season is one of our favorites! July through September Full Moons is considered prime Blue Marlin fishing, so plan your summer vacation around this incredible fish! We’ll take you to The North Drop, a 10-mile stretch where the Puerto Rico Trench takes a 90-degree turn to the North. It’s a popular spot and a popular fish choice for anglers, and we bet you’ll love it!

We even have fishing tournaments that start with the Virgin Islands Game Fishing Clubs July Open and continues each full moon through September! The Blue Marlin is such a fun fish to try and catch because they can get up to 14 feet in length and weigh as much as 2000 pounds! Whether you’re interested in large catches or tournament fishing, Captain Josh will make sure you get your fill of fishing and fun! Book your Marlin summer holiday fishing trip to the Virgin Islands today!

Inshore Fishing

Our inshore trips are really popular during the holiday season because they are usually shorter and are close proximity to St. John. Fishing inshore cays and reefs around the islands can help you capture a vast array of fish. Plus, all the inshore fishing gives you some of the best views of the breathtaking St. John and St. Thomas shorelines. 

These inshore excursions are great for families with younger children, but even seasoned anglers can get giant Barracuda or the enormous Kingfish when fishing inshore. We’ll show you all about the live-bait and trolling techniques so that you have the best shot at actually hooking numerous fish types on your trip!

Offshore

When you and your family book an offshore trip, we’ll take you out to either the North Drop or the South Drop. The North Drop takes a little longer and is a bit further away, and this trip will depend on sea conditions for the day. The South Drop is faster to get too and is a bit closer to shore. The drops range from 100 ft to thousands of feet down. The fish like to hang out on the shelf and wait for our bait to feed on. Depending on the season, you have a chance to catch Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Blue and White Marlin, and even sharks. 

Let Just Fish St. John show you how to troll some great fish and even dabble with live bait. Each trip offshore can be very exciting. Book an offshore trip with us during your next holiday and we’ll help you reel in the catch of a lifetime!

What To Expect

With each fishing trip, you book with us, you’ll be onboard our 42’ Liberty custom express fishing boat. The layout of our boat provides plenty of shade for the warmer seasons and lots of comfortable seating. With twin Yanmar diesel engines powering it up, we’ll get you out to the fishing grounds quickly and comfortably.

We have everything you need for a great day out on the water. There is even a large live well that keeps bait ready for action at a moment’s notice. The boat also includes a large cockpit so everyone has room to reel in your catch. 

The day starts with us picking you up at the national park dock in Cruz Bay. Bring sunscreen, lunch and anything else you might need throughout the day. Guests are allowed to take up to 25 pounds of fish to enjoy for the rest of your vacation. We’ll filet and bag your catch to take with you at the end of the day! Really, there’s not much to worry about. Just prepare for a fun and exciting trip that you’ll never forget. 

Conclusion

Ready to book your holiday fishing trip to the Virgin Islands? With Just Fish St. John, we’ve made it easy to plan the perfect trip. Fill out our form or give us a call and we’ll get your family trip all squared away. 

Avoid the stress of the holidays and instead, getaway on an amazing fishing trip to the Virgin Islands. You deserve a little bit of fun and relaxation. There’s no better way to bond with your family than a day out on the water. Book your holiday fishing trip today!