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Tortola Bareboat Charter ⛵

Tortola bareboat charter is a great way to appreciate the British Virgin Islands- BVI, and it’s less expensive than you think. As the largest of all the British Virgin Islands, Tortola has excellent marina facilities, direct flights from the US and of course, natural beauty.

The British Virgin Islands are one of the world’s top destinations for sailors and Tortola is the capital of sailing in the BVI. With calm waters, protected bays, steady trade winds, line of sight navigation and over 50 mostly uninhabited islands in the Caribbean.

Throughout the BVI you will find sheltered bays that can be explored by a boat.

Things to keep in mind in a Tortola bareboat charter:

1-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 more than 11,000 satisfied clients worldwide and we operate in more than 500 ports around the world. 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 give you the best advice.

We have an office in Miami  to service our American customers and our headquarters are located in Spain.

2-What type of boat I would like to charters. Boats come in various types, talk with the experts at the boat charter company to find out which type of boat is right for you to have the best experience.

3-How long should I charter the boat  for? Prices for boat 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.

4-What size of boat should I 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.

4-What is the best time 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 summer time. The water is still a little cold for swimming. During June, July and August the wind is unpredictable but sea temperatures are perfect for swimming.

You can check marine weather forecasts at Weather Underground. Another suggested page is Intellicast. It lets you see exactly what you are dealing with.

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.

Tips to take care of the environment:

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

  1. Do not use plastic plates, cutlery, glasses or single use plastic bags
  2. Use refillable flasks for drinking water
  3. Never drop anchor over a coral bed or over seagrass
  4. Avoid pollutants’ spills, gas and oil are one of the worst crimes you can commit towards marine environment
  5. Fuel your boat when you are at the dock, not while moving on water
  6. Dispose of your garbage in the right way

We really hope that this short guide to Tortola bareboat charter helpful.