DAY 1 – St. Thomas to St. John
Board your yacht in St. Thomas. Acclimatize to the Caribbean pace of life and enjoy a refreshing cocktail on deck as you cruise to your first anchorage in the US Virgin Islands, off nearby St. John.
A British Virgin Islands yacht charter is made for the waterborne. During a yacht charter in the BVIs, you can expect a balmy climate and steady easterly tradewinds. More than 60 islands are split between the neighboring cosmopolitan US Virgin Islands and the relatively unspoiled British Virgin Islands. The distances between the islands are short, making them ideal for island-hopping adventures. Whether you’re a first-time charterer or traveling with family, the BVIs have ample protected anchorages and endless excursion possibilities.
Throughout the archipelago, you will find coral reefs and sprawling beaches that provide every opportunity for all manner of watersports and total relaxation. Furthermore, if you’re into snorkeling or diving or are a sport fishing enthusiast, the abundance of fish in these waters makes them ideal for you. Combined with your luxury charter yacht, the BVIs make the perfect backdrop for days spent ashore.
A luxury crewed charter in the British Virgin Islands is your dream Caribbean holiday. A fragmented jigsaw of islands lying in the northern Caribbean, the British Virgin Islands have long been a yachtsman’s haven.
Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, the archipelago has attracted all manner of seafarers throughout the centuries. Today, you can join the sophisticated crowd that flocks here for unspoiled landscapes and crystal-clear waters.
Lying at the center of the British Virgin Islands archipelago, the most popular cruising area is the scenic Sir Francis Drake channel. Cruise by hilly green islands and islets and into the channel that offers you steady easterly trade winds and an abundance of sheltered anchorages.
The islands are a canvas of natural beauty, leavened with an enticing mix of old-world charm and luxury resorts.
Your must-visit list includes the largest island in the British Virgin Island chain, Virgin Gorda, and the beach party island of Jost Van Dyke. You can head to the many bars and restaurants that dot the island to unwind before heading aboard your own private yacht.
In between these lie many more compelling isles, Norman Island, Salt Island, and Cooper Island, to name just a few.
If you’re looking for miles of sparkling sandy beaches, unparalleled dive sites, and a constant gentle breeze, you’re in luck. The BVI is renowned for its pristine white-sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Some of the popular beaches include White Bay on Jost Van Dyke, The Baths on Virgin Gorda, and Smuggler’s Cove on Tortola. Can’t you picture yourself there now?
On a quintessential British Virgin Islands yacht charter, you can expect coral reefs, stunning beaches, incredible land-based activities and natural wonders. With a balmy climate, steady easterly trade winds and an abundance of sheltered anchorages in the Caribbean, the British Virgin Islands were made for the waterborne.
Board your yacht in St. Thomas. Acclimatize to the Caribbean pace of life and enjoy a refreshing cocktail on deck as you cruise to your first anchorage in the US Virgin Islands, off nearby St. John.
Leaving the US Virgin Islands, cruise to Tortola; the largest island in the British Virgin Island chain. After clearing customs cruise towards Cane Garden Bay for an afternoon of watersports. Anchor in the south of the island and tender to Soper’s Hole for a rum punch.
Cruise through the Sir Francis Drake Passage and anchor off Peter Island. Take a dip in Deadman’s Bay before moving to a new anchorage and snorkeling around The Indians (rocks resembling a Native American headdress). Norman Island is said to be the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island,” and the waters are the perfect spot for an afternoon of watersports.
Cruise to neighboring Salt Island and discover one of the most famous dive sites in the Caribbean – HMS Rhone. Lying just off Salt Island, this Royal Mail steamer went down in 1867 and attracts divers from all over the world to discover its coral-covered wreckage. The island also offers some great anchorages and fantastic snorkeling opportunities.
Set a course for Cooper Island, a small volcanic island, and step ashore at the Cooper Island Beach Club. Spend the afternoon exploring the brilliant coral wall known as Alice in Wonderland. Sloping from 40′ (12m) to a sandy bottom at 100′ (30m), diving here is often referred to as a fantasy due to the vibrant colors and huge coral formations.
After your fill of diving, cruise through the Sir Frances Drake Channel to Virgin Gorda and spend the morning exploring the secluded rock pools of The Baths. Made up of giant boulders and a series of seawater pools, they provide safe and sheltered waters for snorkeling and swimming. Lift anchor and cruise to the huge expanse of sheltered waters in the North Sound – enclosed by reefs and mini islands, it is one of the most popular anchorages in the BVI. Cap the day with sunset cocktails on board.
The waters surrounding the low-lying coral island of Anegada are perfect for snorkeling, diving and fly fishing. Take the tender ashore to the beach for a picnic lunch, followed by a hike along the scenic nature trails as you explore the island’s interior.
Jost Van Dyke is the last stop on your itinerary. The Virgin Islands are famed for their beaches, the best of which is said to be White Bay on Jost Van Dyke. An immaculate crescent of ivory sand with a reef lying just offshore running nearly the full length of the beach, the beach is blessed with calm waters that are perfect for children to swim in. One of the liveliest islands in the British Virgin Islands, celebrate your final evening at Foxy’s Tamarind Bar.
For a full list of all available itineraries & excursions, or to chart your own course please inquire.
Get in touch with a yacht broker in the BVIs
Northrop & Johnson is a leading international yacht brokerage with access to the best and most luxurious yachts for charter, including in the British Virgin Islands. With offices in the heart of Miami, our yacht charter brokers boast unparalleled BVIs expertise and market intelligence. We take pride in listening to our client’s needs and crafting exceptional charter itineraries in and around the British Virgin Islands.
