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The definitive guide to a BVI yacht charter

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Published
02/04/2024

The best destinations to explore on a BVI yacht charter

Cruise crystal-clear waters and explore the 60-plus island gems that make up the British Virgin Islands aboard a luxury yacht. A yacht charter in this Caribbean idyll is what dreams are made of.

Decompress from the stresses of day-to-day life on sugar-white sandy beaches all to yourself, or immerse yourself in the history and culture of the island’s colonial past. A BVI yacht charter is the ideal winter vacation; escape to the BVIs and enjoy sun-drenched days and wonderfully warm temperatures ideal for making the most of your time on the water.

A luxury yacht charter offers the ultimate stylish escape. Enjoy your own private, self-sufficient sanctuary in the BVIs, complete with resort-style amenities and incredible service levels courtesy of your yacht’s dedicated crew. Opt for a luxury catamaran and enjoy incredible volume and enhanced comfort levels. There is a superb selection of vessels to choose from designed to suit everyone’s needs. With tailored experiences and the ability to explore destinations accessible only by boat, a luxury BVI yacht charter offers a highly exclusive experience.

If you’re planning a British Virgin Islands yacht rental, read on. Here, we explore some of the best things to do aboard a private yacht charter in the BVIs.

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Dive the RMS Rhone at Rhone Marine Park

The British Virgin Islands offer some of the best diving in the Caribbean, with glass-like visibility, healthy coral reefs, and vibrant marine life. The Rhone Marine Park spans some 800 acres and offers a superb selection of dive sites for both seasoned divers and novices, including the RMS Rhone, which sank in 1867. The RMS Rhone, off the coast of Salt Island, is a must-visit dive site during a British Virgin Islands yacht charter. The former Royal Mail Ship sank in 1867 following a hurricane and now rests in two sections: the stern at around 7 to 21m for novice divers and snorkelers and the bow at around 24m. Despite its time underwater, it remains well preserved and is now home to diverse marine life.

Visit Tortola and Road Town

The BVI’s capital, Road Town, on Tortola, is a vibrant town for soaking up an authentic slice of Caribbean life. Life takes place around its crescent-shaped marina, where you’ll find a selection of fine-dining restaurants and local boutiques. You’ll find several points of historical interest, including St. George’s Anglican Church and the 1800s-era post office. Make sure you sample some local rum at the family-run, small-batch Callwood Distillery, which prides itself on being one of the Caribbean’s oldest continuous pot distilleries. The distillery still makes rum from pure cane juice the same way it did 400 years ago. Alternatively, explore Road Town’s J.R. O’Neal Botanical Gardens, a lush 4-acre oasis in the heart of the capital. Finally, visit Pusser’s Pub, a salt-of-the-earth British-style pub that offers excellent Caribbean cuisine and its famous Pusser’s Painkiller Cocktails.

Hike Sage Mountain National Park

Sage Mountain on Tortola was the BVIs’ first national park. The mountain rises some 1,716 ft (the highest point in the BVIs) and offers a range of well-maintained trails that take hikers past native forests. Dotted throughout are multiple viewpoints, which enable you to soak up spectacular panoramas of all the BV islands. On a luxury catamaran charter in the BVIs, private tours can be arranged, offering an exclusive experience that enables you to reconnect with nature.

Relax and unwind at Cooper Island Beach Club

Perched on the sandy northwest shore of Cooper Island, this exclusive beach club forms part of a family-owned eco-resort. The beach club prides itself on offering visitors a unique eco-luxe experience. The resort’s marina offers several mooring bays, ensuring ease of access. Enjoy delectable cuisine made with the freshest local ingredients, drinks, craft beers from the resort’s microbrewery, and shopping at the Sea Grape Boutique. The resort’s protected bay is ideal for swimming and making the most of your BVI yacht charter’s many water toys. Enjoy the beach bar’s many comfy outdoor sofas with a cocktail in hand. The beach bar’s west-facing orientation makes this an ideal spot for watching the sunset. 

If you want to enjoy a BVI catamaran charter then contact a reputable charter yacht brokerage. The best yacht brokerages boast an exquisite collection of the finest yachts for charter and can craft an incredible charter itinerary to meet your desired vacation experience.

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