The cost of a week sailing the British Virgin Islands (BVI) depends first on who operates the boat. On a bareboat, qualified guests sail and provision it themselves. A skippered booking adds a captain, usually with food and other running costs still paid separately. A crewed charter has a captain and often a chef; some yachts quote an inclusive weekly rate, while others quote a base rate plus expenses. Compare the full trip total, the number of guest cabins, and the departure port before choosing.
For a seven-night trip, a published three-cabin bareboat sailing catamaran example starts at $4,084 for two guests on one low-season departure. That is an entry price, not a six-person quote or an all-in total. A current six-guest, three-cabin crewed example, TORTUGA, lists from $21,000 per week under inclusive Caribbean terms for standard non-holiday weeks. Its home port is St. Thomas; a BVI pickup needs advance approval. Rates and open dates require a fresh quote.
Request a seven-night BVI sailing budget — include dates, six or fewer guest names, cabin needs, preferred Tortola or St. Thomas departure, and whether you want bareboat, a skipper, or full crew. Ask for a line-item quote showing local fees and every extra.
Let us know your dates and group size, and we’ll provide a tailored estimate and yacht options that match your exact preferences. Then, use the Yacht Charter Calculator below to explore typical charter rates based on yacht type, season, charter length, and guest count.
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Planning estimate only. Final cost of sailing in the BVI may vary based on yacht selection, itinerary, travel dates, and included amenities.
| Cost item | Bareboat sailing catamaran | Inclusive crewed sailing catamaran | Plus-expenses crewed yacht |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yacht and sailing | Base weekly rate; qualified guest sails | Captain and crew in quoted rate | Crew usually in base rate; confirm contract |
| Guest cabins | Check layout and whether a hired skipper uses one | Check cabins available to guests separately from crew cabins | Same check |
| Meals and standard bar | Buy and provision separately | Often included to the yacht’s stated menu and bar policy | Usually paid from an advance provisioning allowance (APA) or separately |
| Fuel, permits, dockage and moorings | Check each line with operator | Varies by yacht and itinerary; some local costs included | Typically charged to APA at actual cost |
| Premium drinks, meals ashore, shore activities | Extra | Usually extra unless specifically listed | Extra or charged to APA |
| Flights, transfers and discretionary gratuity | Extra | Extra | Extra |
“Inclusive” is a yacht-specific contract term. For example, TORTUGA lists a standard seven breakfasts, seven lunches and seven dinners full-board plan and includes its customs fees and cruising permits. Its half-board and local-fare options reduce onboard meals and discount the rate; meals ashore are then at guest expense. Its standard rate does not establish the treatment of every premium beverage, activity, mooring, transfer or gratuity. Request the exact inclusions sheet. (TORTUGA rate details)
These are planning scenarios in US dollars, not availability-checked offers. Each assumes three guest cabins, six round-trip air tickets at $600 each, $250 total transfers, and $600 in optional shore dining and activities. Flight prices and departure logistics vary.
The bareboat’s $8,000 weekly base is an illustrative assumption for a larger group and selected week; request a date-specific quote. The crewed base uses TORTUGA’s published standard $21,000 weekly starting rate, subject to guest count, date and departure confirmation.
| Line item | Self-sailed bareboat | Inclusive crewed example |
|---|---|---|
| Seven-night yacht rate | $8,000 | $21,000 |
| Groceries and standard drinks | $2,400 | $0 assumed under standard full-board terms; confirm bar |
| Fuel | $500 | $0 assumed; confirm yacht and route |
| Moorings, dockage, permits and local fees | $650 | $0 for published customs/cruising permits; $0 assumed for other stops, confirm |
| Damage waiver and end cleaning | $750 | $0 assumed; confirm contract |
| Shore dining and activities | $600 | $600 |
| Airport and marina transfers | $250 | $250 |
| Crew gratuity, illustrated at 18% of base | $0 | $3,780 |
| Six round-trip flights, assumed at $600 each | $3,600 | $3,600 |
| Illustrative total for six | $16,750 | $29,230 |
| Illustrative total per guest | $2,791.67 | $4,871.67 |
The bareboat operating and shore items total $5,150 above its yacht rate; adding $3,600 in flights gives the $16,750 trip total. The crewed example adds $3,780 in illustrated gratuity and $4,450 in flights, transfers and shore spending to its $21,000 base. Gratuity is discretionary; the 18% example sits inside.
These examples use different service levels and do not promise that every cost will be zero where marked as an assumption. A plus-expenses yacht needs its own base rate, APA percentage, tax treatment and final reconciliation; do not treat the APA as an inclusive price or add an unverified percentage to these examples.
The cost of chartering a yacht in the BVI depends on how you customize your trip. Moreover, every charter centers on your group, your expectations, and the way you want to explore the islands. That’s why prices vary, but it’s also why the experience feels effortless once you’re onboard.
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With a yacht charter in the British Virgin Islands, you don’t stay in one place—you explore. As a result, your itinerary may include:
Compare the cost of 7-night and 10-night charters.
The time of year directly impacts both the cost of sailing in the BVI and availability:
In addition, availability changes quickly. Clients often reserve the most in‑demand yachts 6–12 months in advance. If you wait, you lose options—others book the top yachts and crews first.
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Yes—if you value privacy, flexibility, and elevated travel experiences. A crewed yacht charter gives you custom trips, skilled crews, and special places that regular travel can’t offer. So, share your vision, and we’ll design a BVI sailing adventure made just for you.
Prices vary by yacht type, season, and group size. Sailboats start around $20,000/week, while luxury motor yachts can exceed $100,000/week.
Use the Yacht Charter Calculator or request a consultation with a charter expert to match yachts to your budget and dates.
It depends on the yacht’s size. Smaller sailboats may host 4–6 guests, while larger catamarans and motor yachts can accommodate 8–12 or more.
Yes. Crews customize menus to fit your dietary needs, from gourmet vegetarian dishes to specialty requests.
Ask each provider for the same dates, seven nights, six guests and three guest cabins. Request the base rate; captain and chef; meal and bar plan; fuel; local taxes and permits; mooring and dockage assumptions; insurance or damage waiver; APA if any; gratuity guidance; departure port; and cancellation terms. Then compare the estimated total group spend and the cabin layout.
Browse BVI sailing ideas and island itineraries in the sailing guide if you are still deciding where to go. When you have dates, request an itemized charter proposal.
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