What Experts Recommend When Finding The Best Luxury Yacht Charter For The Job
What Experts Recommend When Finding The Best Luxury Yacht Charter For The Job
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A 7 Day Sailing Itinerary to the British Virgin Islands
From crystalline beaches and evocative snorkeling spots to vibrant beach bars and cuisine, our itineraries highlight the best of the British Virgin Islands for both bareboat and crewed yacht charters. Read on for a week-long itinerary that explores the finest Caribbean cruising grounds.
Salt Island’s secluded salt ponds and the spooky Wreck of the Rhone lure snorkelers and divers to this uninhabited isle. Then cruise to Road Town for a stroll and a last dinner before your return voyage home.
Day 1
Sailing is the best way to experience the British Virgin Islands! The azure waters embrace a collection of idyllic islands that are pristine and brimming with marine life.
Set sail through the Thatch Cay Cut and grab a mooring at The Indians to snorkel this unique site. The four rocky pinnacles emerge dramatically from the ocean and foster a thriving marine habitat.
Sail west to Anegada Island, a serene escape with some of the most spectacular beaches in the BVI. The island is renowned for its salt ponds and hosts a population of wild pink flamingos.
Day 2
After breakfast, saunter to The Baths and explore this awe-inspiring geological wonder, with huge rounded boulders stacked as if by magic. Grab a mooring ball and snorkel all the way around The Indians – four pinnacles that rise up out of the water and foster great marine life.
Then sail to Norman Island, the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s ‘Treasure Island’ and visit the famous caves. Drop a line in the water and try to spot the ghostly wreck of the RMS Rhone.
At night, anchor at The Bight and enjoy a delicious dinner onboard or head over to Willy T’s – the infamous rum bar where things start getting real messy.
Day 3
The dazzling azure waters of the British Virgin Islands invite you to enjoy pristine beaches, fantastic snorkeling and a vibrant Caribbean culture. These islands are ideal for both bareboat monohull or crewed catamaran yacht charters.
Wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee and a delicious breakfast on board your yacht. Set sail for The Indians, a group of pinnacles that foster some incredible marine life. Then, sail to Norman Island, reputedly the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s pirate novel Treasure Island. This protected anchorage offers lively restaurants and amazing hiking with spectacular vistas.
Day 4
With the freedom of a bareboat yacht charter, your itinerary can take you wherever your heart desires. Whether you prefer to spend the day snorkeling or soaking up the Caribbean sunshine, a British Virgin Islands sailing vacation offers unparalleled beauty and adventure.
Sail through the Sir Francis Drake Channel past Beef Island Tortola to Scrub Island and visit The Dogs, a cluster of five uninhabited islands offering terrific snorkeling. From there, cruise to Cane Garden Bay on the north side of Tortola and enjoy a relaxing afternoon swim, beach walk and dinner at one of the local bars.
Day 5
After a hearty breakfast aboard LUNA, sail to Salt Island and pick up a Day Use Only mooring. This island offers a serene escape with a fascinating diving spot called aeolus yacht the Wreck of the Rhone. Explore this time capsule that has become engulfed by new marine life.
Continue your journey by snorkeling around the Indians - four pinnacles that emerge out of the water and foster some great marine life. Afterwards, sail west to Cooper Island and tuck into one of the best anchorages in the BVI's.
Set sail for Cane Garden Bay, a picture perfect bay on the North side of Tortola with soft white sand beaches and a lively Caribbean feel. Relax in this horseshoe shaped bay and enjoy a refreshing dip in its sparkling waters or grab some roti and jerk from Foxy's!
Day 6
Whether a pod of dolphins race your bow at sunset or you dinghy to Willie T's for a rousing night, the British Virgin Islands will mark your memory and change your perspective. Get a feel for the island magic on an active learn to sail vacation with Go Sail!
Avast me hearties, explore Norman Island, the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. Snorkel the caves in Privateer Bay, and then dinghy to Pirate’s Bight restaurant and Willy T's, a moored ship turned spirited watering hole.
Sailing back to LUNA, navigate through the Sir Francis Drake Channel past Beef Island and Scrub Island. Spend the evening anchored in North Sound, surrounded by beautiful beaches and beach bars.
Day 7
Reliable trade winds, easy line-of-sight sailing and gorgeous sun-warmed scenery make the British Virgin Islands one of the world’s most popular sailing destinations. Swim with turtles above vibrant reefs, lounge on beautiful beaches and kick back in friendly waterside bars on a luxury bareboat or skippered yacht charter.
Sail along the north shore of Tortola towards Cane Garden Bay, a picture-perfect beach with a lively Caribbean vibe. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach, playing with water toys or sipping a cocktail at one of the local bars.
From here, sail to the west end of Sir Francis Drake Channel to Jost Van Dyke. Anchor in Great Harbour, where you can enjoy snorkeling by day and rum cocktails by night.