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Sailing Holidays in the British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands were made for sailing holidays with over 60 unspoilt islands, islets and cays.

Come and see for yourself why the BVI is the most popular sailing destination in the Caribbean for yacht charter. Perfect sailing conditions and sheltered passages round the islands make sailing in the British Virgin Islands a delight for all levels of sailors wanting to relax in a Caribbean paradise with white sandy beaches and amazing snorkelling in warm, crystal clear seas.

Whatever your sailing experience you’ll love a sailing holiday in the British Virgin Islands where a couple of hours sailing in the warm steady tradewinds will take you to your next idyllic anchorage. Steady winds guarantee enjoyable sailing and a trip to Anegada will test your navigational skills.

There are dozens of white sandy beaches and hidden coves for you to discover on your yacht charter. An amazing variety of underwater life make for fantastic snorkelling and diving.

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£1,973

7 nights

2 cabins

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British Virgin Islands Yacht Charter

Sailing holidays in The BVI

  • We can arrange flights for you with BA or Virgin via Antigua
  • Explore the unique rock formations of 'The Baths' on Virgin Gorda
  • Enjoy the white sand beaches and fresh lobster dinners on Anegada
  • Dance until dawn at Foxy's on Jost van Dyke
  • Average distances of 10nm/day
  • Level 1 sailing
  • Average temperatures of around 26-28 degrees
  • Average winds force 3-4
  • Great for families, groups and couples alike
  • Mooring buoys (around $30/night)
  • Flexible start and finish dates possible

Suggested Sailing Itineraries

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

DAY 1 : Norman Island (14nm)

First stop Norman Island, home of the Caves and inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island". The Bight provides a perfect anchorage with a restaurant and floating bar aboard "The Willie T".

 DAY 2 : Cooper Island (8nm)

At Salt Island grab your mask and snorkel and check out the wreck of the Royal Mail Steamship "Rhone" which sank during a hurricane in 1867. After lunch sail "right next door" to Cooper Island (8nm) where you can pick up a mooring in front of the beachfront restaurant.

 DAY 3 : North Sound (13nm)

The Baths at Virgin Gorda are one of the most famous natural formations in the Caribbean. Huge granite boulders form small grottos and pools on the water's edge for you to explore and snorkel. Then sail up to the North Sound, a protected bay with a wide choice of anchorages and excellent restaurants.

 DAY 4 : Trellis Bay (10nm)

Snorkelling on the reef at Marina Cay gives you an appetite for lunch. Trellis Bay is a good place to spend the night, home to the famous restaurant and cabaret "The Last Resort".

 DAY 5 : Jost van Dyke (15nm)

Cruise up to Guana Island for spectacular snorkelling and a beach picnic at Monkey Point. An afternoon's sail west takes you to Jost van Dyke. Anchor in White Bay and swim ashore for cocktails at "Soggy Dollar Bar" or in Little Harbour where "Foxys'" is famous for its beach parties.

 DAY 6 : Peter Island (11nm)

Lunch at Soper's Hole Wharf, home of Pusser's Landing, reputedly built on the hideout of the pirate Blackbeard. Afternoon sail across Sir Francis Drake Channel to Peter Island.

 DAY 7 : Scrub Island (9nm)

Watch the sunrise over Peter Island and take an early morning swim in the deliciously warm sea. Weigh anchor for the short sail back to the marina.

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 05 Jan - 31 Jan 01 Feb - 30 Apr 01 May - 31 Jul 01 Aug - 08 Nov 09 Nov - 19 Dec 20 Dec - 04 Jan
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Dufour 350 GL - 2 cab. 2018 2 1 from
£3,161
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£3,522
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£2,652
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£1,973
from
£2,054
from
£2,036

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 05 Jan - 31 Jan 01 Feb - 30 Apr 01 May - 31 Jul 01 Aug - 08 Nov 09 Nov - 19 Dec 20 Dec - 04 Jan
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 349 2018 3 1 from
£3,161
from
£3,522
from
£2,652
from
£1,973
from
£2,054
from
£2,036
Oceanis 41.1 2019 3 2 from
£4,129
from
£4,920
from
£3,330
from
£2,509
from
£2,438
from
£2,415
Dufour 412 GL 2021 3 2 from
£2,625
from
£2,625
from
£2,625
from
£2,723
from
£2,625
from
£2,621

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 05 Jan - 31 Jan 01 Feb - 30 Apr 01 May - 31 Jul 01 Aug - 08 Nov 09 Nov - 19 Dec 20 Dec - 04 Jan
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Dufour 430 GL 2020 4 2 from
£4,714
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£5,616
from
£3,799
from
£2,862
from
£3,027
from
£2,848
Dufour 520 GL 2018 5 3 from
£6,214
from
£6,540
from
£4,607
from
£4,027
from
£3,879
from
£3,652
Oceanis 51.1 - 5 + 1 cab. 2020 5 3 from
£6,214
from
£6,540
from
£4,607
from
£4,027
from
£3,879
from
£3,652

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 05 Jan - 31 Jan 01 Feb - 30 Apr 01 May - 31 Jul 01 Aug - 08 Nov 09 Nov - 19 Dec 20 Dec - 04 Jan
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Nautitech 46 Fly - 3 + 1 cab. 2018 3 3 from
£5,781
from
£6,429
from
£6,129
from
£5,129
from
£5,223
from
£4,576
Lagoon 42 - 4 + 2 cab. 2023 4 4 from
£7,071
from
£7,857
from
£7,491
from
£5,772
from
£6,531
from
£6,219
Lagoon 46 - 4 + 2 cab. 2022 4 4 from
£7,638
from
£8,487
from
£8,089
from
£6,772
from
£6,897
from
£6,045
Bali 4.6 - 5 + 2 cab. 2023 5 4 from
£9,353
from
£10,393
from
£9,902
from
£8,295
from
£8,446
from
£7,397
Bali 5.4 - 6 + 2 cab. 2023 6 6 from
£19,143
from
£21,754
from
£18,438
from
£14,754
from
£18,219
from
£14,522
Lagoon 620 - 6 + 2 cab. 2014 6 6 from
£12,054
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£12,054
from
£12,054
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£23,250
from
£11,607
from
£11,607

Please note: Prices may be subject to change. Compulsory and Optional extras will be added to your quote.

Sailing conditions in the British Virgin Islands

Constant warm tradewinds at 10-20 knots provide excellent sailing. BVI is popular all year round with temperatures staying a balmy 30oC. but the best time to come is November to June. In summer winds tend to be lighter with greater humidity, but there’s still plenty of sunshine. There is a risk of tropical storms mainly during August and September.

There are very few marinas in the BVIs so most nights you are on anchor in a bay with a classic Caribbean white sand and palm tree beach. In many places there are laid buoys which cost US$30/night but give you a safe mooring within minutes of sailing into the bay.

We have rated this destination a 'Level 1' (levels info).

Getting There

Flights to Tortola (Beef Island), BVI

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic have direct flights from Gatwick to Antigua. Inter-Caribbean operates connecting direct flights from Antigua to Tortola (Beef Island).

Transfers

Scrub Island is a 10-minute ferry ride away from Tortola's Trellis Bay Dock via the resort's private launch. Ferries run from 06:45-22:30 Trellis Bay to Scrub Island and 06:30-22:15 Scrub Island to Trellis Bay. Trellis Bay is just a 5-minute walk from the airport.

Hotels

The British Virgin Islands are a fantastic place to experience a sail and stay holiday. With daily flights, you can really make the most of your time in the Caribbean and combine a yacht charter with a hotel stay in the BVI or even Antigua.