Scout 30' vs Twin Vee 26' at Lion In Da Sun Charters: Which Boat Fits Your Group?

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Lion In Da Sun Charters runs two powerboats out of St. John and St. Thomas, and the choice between them comes down to how you want to spend the day on the water. The Scout 30' is the faster, more fuel-efficient twin-engine boat with a smoother ride at speed, while the Twin Vee 26' is a power catamaran built for stability, a dry ride, and easier re-boarding after swimming. Both include snorkel gear and a cooler with bottled water, so the real decision is about ride quality, shade, and how your group handles getting in and out of the water.

Quick Comparison

Feature Scout 30' Twin Vee 26'
Hull type Powerboat Power catamaran
Engines Twin 225 HP Mercury 4-stroke Twin Yamaha 115 HP 4-stroke
Ride Smooth, fast Super smooth, fast, and dry
Shade More shade than most other boats More shade than most boats in its class (9 ft x 10 ft)
Fuel Best fuel consumption rating in its class $99 fuel guarantee option
Swim access Not specified Best swim ladder and hand rails for easy, safe climb back aboard
Included All snorkel gear, cooler with bottled water Snorkel gear, cooler with bottled water

Choose the Scout 30' If…

  • Your group wants to cover more ground and reach distant snorkel reefs, beaches, or lunch spots quickly.
  • You care about fuel efficiency — it carries the best fuel consumption rating in its class.
  • You want a fast, smooth ride with plenty of shade.
  • You don't need a dedicated easy-entry swim ladder (the page highlights this feature only for the Twin Vee).

Choose the Twin Vee 26' If…

  • You have swimmers, kids, or older guests who will be getting in and out of the water repeatedly — the swim ladder and hand rails are called out as the best for a safe climb back aboard.
  • You want the driest ride, since the catamaran hull is described as super smooth, fast, and dry.
  • You want a predictable fuel cost — the $99 fuel guarantee option removes fuel-price uncertainty from your day.
  • You want a defined shade footprint: the 9 ft x 10 ft shaded area is larger than most boats in its class.

What Both Boats Share

  • Snorkel gear included for everyone aboard.
  • A cooler stocked with bottled water.
  • Shade — both are described as having more shade than most comparable boats.
  • The same charter structure: full-day and half-day options, with USVI and BVI itineraries.

How to Decide

If your priority is speed, range, and fuel economy, book the Scout 30'. If your priority is stability, a dry ride, easy water entry, and a capped fuel cost, book the Twin Vee 26'. For groups with mixed swimming ability, the Twin Vee's ladder and hand rails are the deciding feature.

Booking

You can reserve either boat by phone at (340) 626-4783 or online through the reservation request form, which asks for your preferred date, trip type (USVI or BVI, full or half day), and party size. The company has operated since 2003 and offers both full-day and half-day charters.