What is the best yacht charter company in the BVI?

The best BVI charter company depends on your needs. BVI Yacht Charters, The Moorings, Sunsail, and Conch Charters are among the most highly rated. Read our independent reviews to compare all 14 companies.

How much does a BVI yacht charter cost?

BVI charter costs vary widely. A bareboat catamaran for a week typically costs $5,000–$15,000 plus provisioning, fuel, and mooring fees. Budget $2,000–$3,500 per person all-in for a week-long charter.

Do I need sailing experience to charter in the BVI?

For a bareboat charter you need proven sailing experience. If you're new to sailing, you can hire a skipper from any of the 14 charter companies we review. The BVI is considered one of the best destinations for beginner and intermediate sailors.

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The Head (Toilet) on a Charter Boat

By heads we mean toilet. The head on a boat is not like your toilet at home, or even in an RV. Things going wrong with the head have been the core of some ruined trips. Most heads now do not have a manual pump handle to literally suck the waste out.

By heads we mean toilet. The head on a boat is not like your toilet at home, or even in an RV.

Things going wrong with the head have been the core of some ruined trips.

How Boat Heads Work

Most modern charter boats have electric flush heads. These are more reliable than the old manual pump heads, but they still require careful use.

The Golden Rules

. Nothing goes in the head that didn't go through your body first — no paper towels, no feminine hygiene products, no "flushable" wipes
. Use the minimum amount of toilet paper — or better yet, use a separate trash bin for toilet paper
. Flush properly — follow the instructions specific to your boat's head system
. Report problems immediately — a blocked head that gets ignored becomes a much bigger problem

What to Do if the Head Blocks

. Stop using it immediately
. Inform the skipper or charter company
. Do not attempt to fix it yourself unless you know what you're doing
. Use the other head on the boat (most catamarans have two)

Holding Tanks

The BVI has strict no-discharge zones in many anchorages. Your charter boat will have a holding tank for sewage. The charter company will explain how to use it during your briefing.