Catamaran rental BVI

Catamaran Charter in the British Virgin Islands!

200km east of Puerto Rico you will find the British Virgin Islands - a beautiful archipelago of unique islands in the heart of the Carribean sea. It feels like summer all year around her, the sun is always shining and the waters always warm. 

Today a British overseas territory, these beautiful islands have been claimed throughout their history by the Dutch, the Danes, the French and the British. The capital is Road Town on the main island of Tortola, from where you can go sailing by chartering a catamaran in the BVI and set off on a unique sailing adventure. 

Also worth visiting is the Virgin Gorda island - home to the Baths which is a labyrinth of beachside boulders. Cruising through the area, you will see multiple islands to discover in this beautiful part of the Caribbean Sea: a catamaran charter in the British Virgin Islands is a must if you want to call yourself a true sailor.

How much does it cost to charter a catamaran in BVI?

You can rent a boat in the BVI starting at £400 per day for a catamaran or stay for a week from between £2000 and £12000. With prices ranging and there being a rental option available for every kind of budget, make sure you consider all kinds of rental options. With Click&Boat you will get a free personal advisor who will listen to all of your holiday needs before providing you with a free quotation! 

What is included in the cost of a catamaran charter in the BVI?

The price of catamaran charters in the BVI vary considerably depending on size, length of time and price of the charter. For those who have a sailing licence, bareboat charters are available and for those who don't then you can hire a yacht that comes with a skipper and even a crew. It is completely normal to hire a boat through Click & Boat that includes a captain to tour you through the waters, and lots of listings include added or optional extras too. From snorkelling and diving equipment to jet-skis and wakeboards. Sometimes the price of fuel and a skipper are included in the cost, but are mostly an extra cost. 

Where to sail on your catamaran charter in the British Virgin Islands ?

There are loads of boats to charter in the British Virgin Islands, including sailboats and motorboats, but most popular with families, couples or friends who are looking to relax and have a steady sail is the trusty catamaran. 

You might want to sail your catamaran to also visit the US Virgin Islands nearby. Charlotte-Amelie is the capital of this group of islands and it is just 12 miles from Jost Van Dyke. You might also want to discover Anguilla, another British overseas territory nearby. With catamarans in other parts of the Caribbean, you can explore islands like the Windward Islands and Trinidad and Tobago too.

The main harbor in Road Town is conveniently named Road Harbor. It is wide enough to make it popular with cruise ships visiting the island of Tortola. There are smaller harbours nearby, such as Fort Burt Marina and Road Reef Marina. In Virgin Gorda there is Leverick Bay Marina and Bitter End Yacht Club Marina as well as Saba Rock resort and Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour.

What is there to see when you charter a catamaran in the British Virgin Islands?

The British Virgin Islands is a haven for tourists - its white sands, clear waters and incredible weather, it is no surprise that tourism makes up 45% of the British Virgin Islands national income. The 'must-visits' in the British Virgin Islands are its white sand beaches, The Baths and snorkelling on its incredible coral reefs. The British Virgin Islands has countless white sand beaches that, along with the incredible weather, make the perfect place to sit back and soak in the sun. 

Notable beaches are White Bay, Savannah Bay and Cow Wreck Beach. Cow Wreck Beach is particularly great for families with young children, as the waters are only waist high near the shore. It's also a great place to go on a fishing trip from!

The Baths is a beach area on the island of Virgin Gorda that you can take luxury yachts to that formed with the erosion of granite over millions of years that caused boulders to create beautiful, natural tidal pools, tunnels, arches and scenic grottoes that are open to the sea. The area is a national park and a major tourist attraction. Every island in the British Virgin Islands is surrounded by coral reefs, making the BVI the perfect place to experience sea life. 

When is the best time to visit the British Virgin Islands?

The best time to visit the British Virgin Islands varies. The busiest time of year is the winter but September to November can be a great time to visit to avoid the busier season and make the most of lower hotel rates, although Autumn does see higher precipitation rates. 

Hurricane season is from June to November which is certainly not ideal for sailors. Keen sailors should visit the British Virgin Islands in March when the BVI Spring Regatta is held annually. Divers should also plan their trip for Winter or Spring when underwater visibility levels are the best, as the summer is terrible for visibility levels.

In regards to the temperature, don't be put off by the thought of it being Winter. The reason the British Virgin Islands are so popular in the Winter is because even from November to April, the month with the lowest high temperature still peaks at 28C. It is truly summer all year around in the British Virgin Islands.