A Caribbean Escape Aboard M/Y MALIA

By Lou-Loy Capello-Hugues
Posted October 14, 2026 in Charter

Location British Virgin Islands
Aboard M/Y Malia

For island-hopping through the British Virgin Islands, MALIA offers a relaxed platform for sociable charters with family or friends. Built by Golden Yachts and delivered in 2023, she is arranged around easy, day-to-day use rather than formality, with a layout that works well for moving
between anchorages and spending time outdoors. Deck spaces are central to the experience. The sundeck
is set up for long, informal days, with a pool, bar, and shaded seating, while the aft decks provide flexible areas for dining and lounging as plans evolve. A beach club with opening sea terraces creates a natural base at the water’s edge, making it easy to move between the yacht and the water all day.
Accommodation is for up to 12 guests across eight cabins, including a main-deck master and a mix of VIP and guest suites that allow for different group configurations. Interiors are contemporary and comfortable, designed to feel easy to live in rather than overly styled.A well-rounded selection of tenders and toys supports the itinerary, from snorkeling and paddleboarding to a Seabreacher for something more active, while an experienced crew keeps everything running smoothly
as you move from one island to the next.

 

SPEC

Lenght : 254’11” (77.7m)

Builder : Golden Yachts

Guests : 12

Cabins : 8

Crew : 22

Prices from $750,000 per week, plus expenses ** Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. water.

Compact, consistent, and quietly compelling, the British Virgin Islands offer a style of cruising where everything feels within reach. Steady winds, sheltered waters, and a sequence of anchorages unfold with ease, inviting a slower, intuitive pace of exploration.

JETTING THERE

Despite their laid-back, off-grid feel, the British Virgin Islands are straightforward to access by
air or sea. Fly by private jet into Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport located on Beef Island and connected by bridge to Tortola, where your yacht awaits, ready to begin your charter with the
first evening at anchor in the Sir Francis Drake Channel.

ITINERARY

-Day 01 : Tortola
-Day 02 : Tortola to Peter Island
-Day 03 : Peter Island to Norman Island
-Day 04 : Norman Island to Salt Island to Ginger Island
-Day 05 : Ginger Island to The Baths, Virgin Gorda
–Day 06 : Little Dix Bay and North Sound, Virgin Gorda
-Day 07 : Virgin Gorda to Guana Island
-Day 08 : Guana Island to Jost Van Dyke
-Day 09 : Jost Van Dyke to Tortola

British Virgin Islands

Island Odyssey
Defined less by scale and more by rhythm, the British Virgin Islands offer one of the most
intuitive charter experiences in the Caribbean. Distances are short, navigation is straightforward, and the result is a cruising ground where plans rarely need overthinking.Centered around the Sir Francis Drake Channel, the islands are naturally protected, allowing for calm passages between Tortola, Norman Island, and Virgin Gorda. Anchorages come in quick succession, each with its own character, from the open energy of Jost Van Dyke to the more secluded coves scattered between
the main islands.There’s a natural flow to time here. Early swims give way to unhurried cruising, afternoons are spent snorkeling reefs or stepping ashore for a drink, and evenings rarely require more than a simple plan. The appeal lies in its ease, a destination that delivers variety without ever feeling demanding.

An aerial vista of the British Virgin Islands, showcasing turquoise blue waters surrounding Tortola Islet, adorned with many yachts at anchor—a scene of nautical elegance for your BVI Crewed Yacht Charter.

BEACHES

White Bay Jost Van Dyke, soft sand and calm water.
Spring Bay, Virgin Gorda, clear water and space.
Cane Garden Bay, Tortola, lively and social.
Deadman’s Bay, Peter Island, legendary tales, pristine sands.

STAY

Rosewood Little Dix Bay,quiet and refined.
Peter Island Resort, private and quietly.
Bitter End Yacht Club, sailing-led and social.

DINE

Top of the Baths, views and simple classics.
Saba Rock, overwater dining and drinks.
Bath & Turtle, local and unfussy.

BEACH CLUBS

Soggy Dollar Bar, Jost Van Dyke, laid-back and iconic.
Foxy’s, Jost Van Dyke, music and late nights.
Bomba Shack, Tortola, full moon energy.

SPA

Little Dix Bay Spa, Hilltop and restorative.
Peter Island Spa, quiet and secluded.

SPORT

Sailing the Drake Channel, consistent trade winds.
Snorkeling and diving, reefs and wrecks.
Kayaking and paddleboarding, Sheltered bays.

DISCOVER

Tortola, gateway and daily life.
Jost Van Dyke, relaxed, social rhythm,
Virgin Gorda, natural features and trails.

EXPLORE

The Baths, Virgin Gorda, Rock pools and hidden passages.
The Indians, Norman Island, clear water and reef life.
HMS Rhone, historic wreck dive.

A captivating scene of a woman snorkeling beneath the crystal-clear waters of the BVI, Caribbean, with a scenic island in the background—a perfect moment on your BVI Superyacht Charter.


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