The British Virgin Islands yacht charter
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The Caribbean's yacht charter capital

Sailing in The British Virgin Islands (BVI) means warm weather, steady trade winds and cobalt blue waters. Whether your BVI yacht charter is bareboat or skippered, you’re sure to agree it is truly a sailor’s paradise.

Tortola is known as the charter yacht capital of the Caribbean, and arguably the most famous sailing destination in the world. Throughout the many islands of BVI, you’ll discover sheltered harbors, sun-soaked beaches, pirate bars and jaw-dropping shipwrecks.  Relax and bask in the spectacular scenery; taste the French-Caribbean fusion cuisine; and explore the tiny villages scattered along the shores of the Sir Francis Drake Channel.  

BVI charter vacations

While enjoying your BVI charter vacation, sail to the shores of Virgin Gorda and grab a mooring ball at the dramatic rock formations of The Baths.  You'll revel in the beautiy of the immense boulders, grottos and natural pools.  Let your imagination loose with tales of pirates and treasure caves on Norman Island, the model for ‘Treasure Island’.  Enjoy the lively white sandy shorelines of Jost Van Dyke and Anegada, the BVI's unique coral atoll.  Under the surface of the Caribbean's crystal waters, experience sunken shipwrecks and a spectacular range of tropical sea.   

Ideal for families, groups and couples, the BVI offers easy deep-water island hops, line-of-sight navigation and plentiful sheltered anchorages.  Give island life a go, and you won't want to leave.

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Suggested bareboat itineraries

Enjoy the freedom of a bareboat charter vacation in the BVI. You’ll start your sailing vacation in Tortola and head for the azure waters of the Caribbean. From here you have complete freedom to stop at any of the thousands of white sand beaches, laid-back bars or island restaurants, swim with hawksbill turtles or explore shipwrecks.

With easy island hops, line-of-sight navigation and sheltered anchorages, bareboat charter vacations in the BVI are perfect whether you’re a new sailor or a skilled skipper. There’s no better way to explore the delights of the BVI than from the deck of your own sailboat.

Experienced sailors

BVI charter itinerary

  • Lobster dinner on Anegada
  • Rum punch in the sun
  • The Baths National Park
  • Explore the beach bars on Jost Van Dyke
  • Adventure and watersports in Virgin Gorda
  • Treasure hunting on Norman Island
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Flotilla itineraries

The perfect blend of freedom and support, flotilla vacation from Tortola offer a sailing holiday with a difference. During the day you’ll sail your own boat while expert crews guide you and your sailing group to some of the BVI’s best locations. And at night you have the social scene. Sip a cocktail as the sun slips below the horizon—the BVI are the destination of choice for the social sailor.

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BVI '50th Anniversary' one-week flotilla

  • Welcome Drinks
  • Rum punch in the sun
  • The Baths National Park
  • Beach Party
  • Adventure and watersports
  • Explore the beach bars on Jost Van Dyke
  • Treasure hunting on Norman Island
  • Prize Giving and final dinner
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Experience required

Sailing experience level
1
At least 5 days or 100 miles as skipper on an equivalent size yacht

Level 1 destinations offer the easiest, most forgiving sailing, ideal for novices and less experienced sailors. Lazy line mooring, line-of-sight navigation and calm conditions mean you won’t sail outside your comfort zone.

Skippered Holiday

Try a skippered holiday

  • Relax and let your skipper take charge
  • Be as hands on or laid back as you like
  • Learn from an expert skipper
  • Gain local knowledge and recommendations
  • Peace of mind and safety on the water
  • Discretion and privacy when you need it
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Sailing conditions

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Beef Island (Tortola)
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Address

Wickams Cay II

PO Box 139

Road Town

Tortola, BVI

Base opening hours

Mon-Sun from 8:00am - 5:00pm

Nearest airport
Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport