Tortola Yacht Charter 🚤

Tortola Yacht Charter in the British Virgin Islands is an inexpensive way to explore these idyllic Caribbean islands. Compared to the cost of a beachfront hotel or villa or hotel a private yacht charter can be a lot more cost effective than you may think.

The British Virgin Islands are one of the world’s top destinations for sailors. With steady trade winds, calm waters, protected bays, line of sight navigation and over 50 mostly uninhabited islands in the Caribbean. Throughout the BVI you will find sheltered bays and natural harbors and bays that can be explored by a catamaran.

Tortola Yacht Charter: Some recommendations

I. Contact an expert: A good charter company should have a large selection of yachts available for charter and should also offer services such as reservation of moorings, itinerary recommendations etc. Leave the paperwork to the experts and concentrate on enjoying your trip.

II. Decide what type of yacht you would like to charter. Yachts come in various types, the main ones being monohull, catamaran and trimarans. Talk with the experts at the boat charter company to find out which type of boat is right for you.

III. How long should you charter the yacht for? Prices for yacht charters range from a minimum of one day to a week, you can of course negotiate a price for longer periods. If you are planning on sailing with a group, then it is a good idea to agree a basic itinerary with everyone in advance of your trip.

VI. What size of yacht should you charter? This will depend on the amount of people on the boat, but it is better to hire a boat with extra room for you and your companions than it is to rent a boat that you find is too small once you set sail.

V. What time of year is the best for a boat trip in Tortola? December, January, February and the first week of March are the best for strong sailing winds. They are also the months with the most visitors and therefore higher hotel rates. Late March through mid-June, accommodation rates are lower and the summertime heat/humidity has not set in. The water is still a little cold- less than 80 F- for swimming. During June, July and August the wind is unpredictable but sea temperatures are perfect for swimming.

In September and October, sailing can be great- 10-15 knot winds are the average-, but almost all the strongest hurricanes occur during this time.

You can check marine weather forecasts at Weather Underground. Another recommended page is Intellicast. It lets you see exactly what you are dealing with and if you want a broader view, you can have a look at the Atlantic satellite. If you want to check out current wind conditions, visit Windfinder.

Hurricanes:

The hurricane season typically follows the rainy season, from June through November. However, the most active months for hurricanes are early September through mid-October.

If you are planning on visiting during hurricane season then comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Environment:

The British Virgin Islands are a natural paradise. Here are some eco-friendly suggestions to help keep the local environment clean and pristine:

Do not use plastic plates, cutlery, glasses or single use plastic bags
Use refillable flasks for drinking water.
Never drop anchor over a coral bed or over seagrass.

Boatjump operate in more than 500 ports around the world. Our online reservation system enables customers to search for and find their ideal boat at the best possible price and our regional experts are on hand to give you the best advice. We have an office in Florida to service our American customers and our headquarters are located in Valencia in Spain. With more than 11,000 satisfied clients worldwide we can guarantee that your boat charter experience will be a wonderful experience.

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