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St Vincent Bareboat Charter ⛵

St Vincent bareboat charter is a great way to enjoy this beautiful island and it’s less expensive than you think.

St Vincent and the Grenadines are a chain of 32- mainly deserted- islands in the South East Caribbean. They are a world renowned destination for sailors in the know for their powder-white sand beaches and sky-blue water.

The Blue Lagoon Marina is a full service marina with showers, laundry facilities, water, ice, fuel and a restaurant.

Things to remember in a St Vincent bareboat charter:

A. Contact a company with expertise:

A good boat rental company should have a large selection of yachts available for charter and should also offer services such as reservation of moorings, itinerary recommendations etc.

Boatjump have an office in Miami. Our online booking system enables customers to search for and find their ideal boat at the best possible price and our regional experts are on hand to advise you. We operate in more than 500 ports around the world.

B. Decide what type of boat would like to charter:

Boats come in various types, the main ones being monohull, catamaran and trimarans. Then it is a question of do you require a sailing boat, motor yacht or other type of boat. Talk with the experts at the boat charter company to find out which type of boat is right for you.

C. How long should you charter the yacht for?

Prices for yacht rental 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.

D. What time of year is the best for a boat trip in St Vincent?

St Vincent and The Grenadines have a tropical climate with temperatures between 20 and 30°C all year round. Between December and May there is very little or no rain, the rainy season runs from June until November.

Hurricanes occur during the rainy season, the most active months for hurricanes are early September through mid-October, and sailing at this time is not recommended.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.

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

E. Provisions:

If your charter is bareboat, you will need to arrange provisions yourself.

To better plan your meals for the week, we suggest that you order your groceries online in advance. It is generally safe to order your provisioning about 2 weeks ahead of your arrival date for delivery to your yacht.

In the Grenadines, the places to stock up on fresh baked goods and veggies/fruits are Bequia- the second largest island in the Grenadines and Union Island.

F. Environment precautions:

The island of St Vincent is 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
  • Say no to straws
  • Never drop anchor over a coral bed or over seagrass
  • Avoid pollutants’ spills

We hope that this short guide to St Vincent bareboat charter helpful.