5 Instagram Spots in St. John USVI You Can Hit in One Private Boat Day

Captain Sara
Nov 6
4 min read

Snorkel and lunch stop at Lime Out St. John USVI on a private boat charter for Instagram photos. — Discover the best Instagram spots St. John USVI – Mermaid’s Chair, **Lime Out**, Reef Bay, Little Lameshur, Pizza Pi – all in one private boat day!

If your feed could use a little Caribbean magic, St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands is the perfect playground. From turquoise waters and secret beaches to historic ruins and floating pizza parties, this island is packed with Instagram-worthy spots. And the best news? With a full-day private charter from Blue Water Charters, you can hit all the top spots in one unforgettable day.

1. Mermaid’s Chair & “Two Butt Beach”

Mermaid’s Chair is a super cute little rock in the water in front of a tiny white sand cove that locals call “Two Butt Beach” – it’s small, so only a few people can fit at a time. It’s a perfect Instagram spot: you can stand on the sand with the chair in the foreround for a classic shot, or if you’re not ready to get in the water, pose on the bow of the boat with the chair and beach behind you. The charm here is the quaint, secluded cove and playful mermaid vibes.

Tiny white sand cove at Mermaid’s Chair, St. John USVI, a top Instagram spot accessible by private boat charter with Blue Water Charters. — A hidden cove with mermaid magic — Mermaid’s Chair and tiny Two Butt Beach.

2. Lime Out

Lime Out is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for colorful, fun photos. Think emerald waters, tropical vibes, and delicious tacos – the perfect combination for a lively Instagram shot. Whether you’re snapping a selfie with your tasty tacos, dipping your toes in the sparkling bay, or capturing the vibrant surroundings from the boat, Lime Out offers a unique and playful backdrop that stands out on your feed.

Lime Out floating taco bar in St. John USVI with guests enjoying food and drinks on rafts, a must-visit photo stop on a Blue Water Charters private boat tour. — Grab your tacos and float! The ultimate USVI Instagram moment at Lime Out

3. Ruins at Little Lameshur

Little Lameshur features the remains of an old plantation home perched on a rocky hill, just a short swim from shore. From there, it’s a brief walk to explore the ruins. One of the most Instagram-friendly spots is the stone window frame, where you can sit or pose with turquoise water sparkling over your shoulder – a picture-perfect framed shot. The road to the ruins exists but is in poor condition, and rental car companies prohibit driving there, so arriving by boat and a short swim is the best way to access this charming site.

Historic stone ruins overlooking turquoise water at Little Lameshur Bay, St. John USVI, accessible by Blue Water Charters private boat — one of the most unique Instagram spots in St. John. — Framed by history — a window view worth the swim.

4. Reef Bay Ruins

Reef Bay is home to historic sugar plantation ruins nestled along the shore. After a short swim to shore, follow a shaded path through the trees to explore the site. The combination of historic architecture and lush surroundings makes for striking photos. That said, this is also a place of history: many people’s ancestors lived, worked, and died here, most as enslaved individuals, so it’s important to visit and photograph with cultural sensitivity, honoring the legacy of the site while capturing its beauty.

Reef Bay sugar plantation ruins in St. John USVI, a top Instagram and heritage site accessible on a Blue Water Charters day trip. — History and beauty intertwined at the Reef Bay sugar plantation ruins

5. Pizza Pi

Yes, you read that right. Pizza Pi VI is a floating pizza boat in Christmas Cove – the ultimate Instagram moment. Snap a photo with a slice in hand while floating on the turquoise bay, or capture the boat itself in a playful, colorful shot. It’s quirky, delicious, and one of the most unique photo ops in the USVI.

Two pizzas and drinks on a Blue Water Charters boat with Pizza Pi VI in the background at Christmas Cove, St. John USVI — one of the best Instagram spots St. John USVI for food lovers. — Two pizzas, two drinks, one perfect USVI day.

Hit All The Instagram Spots of St. John, USVI in One Day

With a private full-day charter from Blue Water Charters, you can experience all the top Instagram spots in one fun-packed USVI day:

Mermaid’s Chair & Two Butt Beach – Capture morning photos on the beach with the chair in the foreground or pose from the boat in your best mermaid style.
Lime Out – Float on lilypad rafts, grab tacos, cocktails, or shots, and snap fun, lively photos with emerald waters behind you.
Little Lameshur & Reef Bay Ruins – Explore historic ruins for framed shots and off-the-beaten-path Instagram moments, keeping cultural sensitivity in mind.
Pizza Pi – End your day enjoying pizza, drinks, and floating fun before heading back to the dock.

Note: The full-day charter runs 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM, so you’ll get excellent morning and midday light but no sunset. For golden-hour vibes, our Sundowner Trip runs 3:30 PM to sunset. You can snorkel, grab pizza, or swing by Mermaid’s Chair and Pizza Pi for perfect sunset photos and fun.

Final Thoughts

The Instagram spots St. John USVI take you from secluded coves and emerald waters to historic ruins and floating pizza parties; these places are as photogenic as they are fun to visit. A private boat charter means you can capture it all in one day, at your pace, and make memories that look just as good on your feed as they do in real life.

Ready to make your feed unforgettable? Book a full-day private charter with Blue Water Charters and see all the best Instagram spots St. John USVI in style.