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Are you dreaming of sailing the BVI? Perhaps you have thought many times of a sailing holiday in the Caribbean but you have not known where to begin. We are here to tell you that the perfect place to begin is the beautiful British Virgin Islands!
A yacht charter in the BVI's is on many people's wish lists and this group of idyllic islands is one of the top sailing grounds in the world. For those who do not have a sailing licence or who prefer to sit back and relax whilst a professional crew take care of route planning, day-to-day sailing and the preparation of delicious meals using the freshest local ingredients, a cabin charter is the ideal way to explore the British Virgin Islands.
Booking by the cabin on our share a sail program means you enjoy the sailing experience at a fraction of the cost of a crewed yacht. The large catamaran comfortably sleeps 12 guests with 6 double cabins. On deck there is plenty of space to relax and sunbathe, plus a spacious dining area to enjoy group meals. Each day you will be exploring a new area, enjoying plenty of swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing along the way. The cabin charter will take in all the top places to visit in the British Virgin Islands including the pristine beaches of Anegada, the Baths Marine Park and some excellent snorkelling sites including The Indians, Treasure Point sea caves and Monkey Point. After a day on the water, sample a few of the infamous local 'Painkiller' rum cocktails and enjoy the laidback but atmospheric nightlife.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included onboard the British Virgin Islands cabin charter, as well as soft drinks and wine. Meals onboard are usually enjoyed in the spacious cockpit whilst anchored in an idyllic bay and include things such as fresh fruit, eggs, toast and bagels for breakfast and salad, seafood and bruschetta for lunch.
Few areas of the world boast such beauty, warmth of locals and laid-back spirit. This is a destination so perfectly suited to a sailing holiday that anything other than a yacht charter when in the BVIs would seem to miss the point entirely. Calm waters and gentle breezes ensure a comfortable sailing holiday whether you are stepping onboard for the first time or you are a seasoned sailor. Come and experience this sailing hotspot in style on a cabin charter sailing holiday with Nautilus Yachting. A sailing holiday in the BVI's really is the holiday of a lifetime!
Boarding starts at 18:00 on Saturday and so we have a lovely relaxed dinner onboard and a night in the marina getting to know your fellow sailors.
The first day of sailing! Leaving the marina after breakfast we make our way to Jost Van Dyke - the smallest of the main islands but what it lacks in size it certainly makes up for in atmosphere! Our first stop is White Bay for lunch and a visit to the Soggy Dollar Bar. Late afternoon we head to Great Harbour for dinner and an option to go to Foxys for evening cocktails. The infamous Foxy's and Soggy Dollar Bar are great fun both day and night with live music and a relaxed party atmosphere. If you get the chance, take a walk up into the hills above Great Harbour for some fantastic views.
After breakfast we depart Great Harbour and head to Sandy Cay for a morning of snorkelling, relaxing on the beach and watersports. After lunch onboard there is the option to dinghy ashore to explore Sandy Cay, a national park donated to the BVI's in 2008 by the Rockefeller family. Enjoy a beautiful short trail through the island. In the afternoon we sail to Norman Island to visit the Treasure Point sea caves before continuing on to Benures Bay on Norman Island for a quiet evening under the stars - a great spot for paddle boarding and watersports.
We leave Benures Bay after breakfast and head to the Indians where you can enjoy snorkelling in crystal clear waters. We continue our sail to Deadmans Bay on Peter Island for lunch, watersports and beach time. Late afternoon we will either take the short sail round to Great Harbour on Peter Island or decide to enjoy an evening on Cooper Island.
This morning we head to the Baths Marine Park on Virgin Gorda. This National Park is comprised of huge granite boulders which form little pools of sea water on the edge of the beach. Meandering and climbing your way through these natural wonders is a great way to spend a few hours working up an appetite before lunch. There is a restaurant and bar at the top of The Baths and a beautiful, scenic walk down to Devil's Bay. In the afternoon we sail into the North Sound and anchor between Prickly Pear and Eustatia for snorkelling and a quiet evening.
Be prepared to enter heaven! Anegada, the only coral island in the BVI, is a haven for nature lovers with its flamingos, iguanas and exotic birds. With pristine beaches, incredibly clear turquoise waters and fantastic snorkelling, you are unlikely to want to leave! Here you have the option to rent Jeeps and explore the island followed by a lobster dinner - almost compulsory when visiting Anegada! [excursion - additional fees apply].
Leaving the idyllic Anegada we head to Monkey Point on Guana island for snorkelling and lunch. It is described as one of the best snorkelling spots on the island with plenty of turtles and schools of fish very close to the shore. We will spend some time at the beautiful White Bay beach in the afternoon, paddleboarding and kayaking, before a sail to Marina Cay shortly before sunset. Evening at Marina Cay.
It is only a short sail back to the base in time for the 09:00 disembarkation. Once back on Tortola you might like to explore Road Town or jump in a taxi to the popular Cane Garden Bay.
All routes are subject to change and dependent on weather conditions.
Typically the Bali 5.4 sleeps 12 guests with a layout of six bedrooms with side-access beds and plenty of storage space. Each cabin has its own private bathroom with a shower, wash basin and toilet. The cabins are in the catamaran’s huge hulls and are cleverly designed so they fill the cabins with natural light.
The Bali 5.4 has been designed for socializing with plenty of space to gather together and chat, dine or enjoy a cocktail. You can be together without feeling crowded but there are plenty of nooks to get away from everyone too!
Inside you will find a light and spacious kitchen and dining area where you can relax and take a break from the midday sun or enjoy the air-conditioning.
Get a fantastic view up on the flybridge where you can relax. The guest lounge area is so roomy and doesn’t encroach on the crew. Sun lovers can head to the sun deck at the front of the catamaran - the trampolines are far comfier than sun loungers!
Making the most of a wonderful swimming or snorkelling spot is easy – you can jump right in using the laddered platform at the rear. Afterward, you can shower off the salt with the shower on deck.
Please note that cabin charters in the British Virgin Islands will be on one of three catamarans - Bali 5.4, Ipanema 58 or Lagoon 620.
Prices based on 2 people sharing a double cabinSingle occupancy rates available
Crew is in charge of cleaning common parts only. Passengers are not allowed to bring their own beverages onboard.
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