&Beyond Yacht Charters. All-Inclusive Crewed Yachts Charters
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New to the world of fully crewed luxury yacht charter vacations?
Researching your next tropical vacation, dreaming of white sand beaches, clear blue seas, and charming Caribbean beach bars… and yet you’ve found yourself more than a little overwhelmed by all of the decisions to make? Should we stay at a resort or a private villa or on a yacht? If we go for the yacht, should we do a bareboat charter or a crewed charter?
Should we start in the USVI or the BVI? HELP! Not to worry.
We’re here to answer all of your questions. We will help you seamlessly plan your trip and take you from drowning in research to swinging in a hammock in no time.
Who We Are
We are the premier boutique luxury yacht charter agency in the Virgin Islands. Our fleet of well-maintained, privately managed yachts provide weeklong sailing vacations to groups of all sizes.
All of our yachts are fully crewed with a Captain and First Mate/Chef who are certified and highly trained to ensure all of your needs are met throughout your time onboard.
On this page, you will find a comprehensive guide to yacht charter vacations to help you get your feet wet. If you still have questions, or would like assistance in reserving a charter of your own, please contact our team of yacht consultants for a concierge-level booking experience.
Are you a current or prospective yacht owner who is looking to place your yacht in our exclusive yacht management program?
Why charter a yacht?
Here’s why a fully crewed yacht charter is the ultimate Caribbean vacation:
It’s an all-inclusive vacation, packaged as an elevated luxury experience.
You get hotel-level comfort at sea in air-conditioned cabins with ensuite bathrooms and a perpetually stunning ocean view that changes daily.
With a captain & crew onboard, it’s all relaxation and no work for you.
Your yacht chef will prepare all drinks, snacks, and gourmet meals to your unique dietary needs & preferences.
You will see new islands, cays, and bays every day of your vacation, yet you only need to unpack once.
You can take full advantage of the gorgeous Caribbean sea with all of the latest & greatest water sports equipment onboard.
You customize your week’s itinerary with your crew & can make changes to it whenever you like—nothing is set in stone.
You’ll enjoy the local knowledge & guidance of your crew who are passionate about sharing the best the region has to offer.
Your group gets your own private escape. The yacht’s all yours, with no other guests onboard.
It’s the perfect option for celebrations of all kinds, with a creative crew to help personalize your special occasion.
Planning couldn’t be easier, including for beginners. Our yacht consultants will be your one point of contact and provide a seamless booking experience.
charters
Types of Charters, Explained.
Bareboat Yacht Charters
Skippered Yacht Charters
Fully Crewed Yacht Charters
All of our charters on &Beyond yachts are fully crewed to ensure an experience beyond any other.
Your onboard First Mate & Chef not only assists the Captain with yacht related tasks such as sailing & docking, but also streamlines every other aspect of your holiday from meal planning to your group’s preferences, preparation of all drinks, snacks, and meals, yacht clean-up & organization, and expert local guidance & accompaniment on all water & shore-based activities.
All of this contributes to a vacation that goes smoothly and safely, giving you the freedom to completely relax and enjoy your trip.
What to Expect: The Luxury Yacht Charter Experience
A luxury yacht charter vacation is an escape to paradise unlike any other.
Over the course of a week, you’ll sail around the pristine archipelago of the British Virgin Islands, stopping at various islands and cays for an endless array of water and shore-based activities.
With an expert crew onboard, you can focus fully on fun and relaxation.
Your captain and first mate/chef will cover every detail from provisioning, meal planning & preparation, housekeeping, navigation, food & beverage service, itinerary coordination, and more.
While each yacht charter is different, customized to meet the needs & desires of the guests onboard, you can check out a sample weeklong charter itinerary here.
Q&A
Your Charter Questions, Answered.
These are a few of the top questions we receive from those who are new to the yacht charter vacation experience. If you do not find your question here, please visit our FAQ page for a more comprehensive list.
What is the best time of year to charter a yacht in the Virgin Islands?
Our yacht charters are based out of the British Virgin Islands and operate from November through July. The winter months (December through April), when people are seeking to escape the cold, are the highest in demand, which is reflected in charter prices. These are also the windier months, so they’re great for those who love to sail.
We consider our “shoulder months” to be May, June, July, and November. These months are an excellent time to come if you enjoy a more low key vibe. They are also the months with less wind and an unbelievably calm sea. There are less people around, in general, so it’s easier to find beaches, snorkel spots, and hiking trails that you can enjoy all by yourself.
(During the height of hurricane season in the months of August through October, we do sometimes offer charters in other destinations, though we do not operate out of the Virgin Islands during this time.)
Are there age requirements for children to come on the yachts? Is a yacht charter safe for kids, elderly guests, or those with disabilities?
Yacht charters are an incomparable vacation for families with kids of all ages. No child is too young to be onboard—we have had babies as young as 3 months on charter with us! Your crew will happily plan kid-friendly activities for your trip—everything from treasure hunts, to sandcastle contests, to water sports. The crew onboard will handle all of the cleaning + organizing + meal planning, so parents can dedicate quality time to their family.
Safety on the yacht is our top priority. Your yacht is equipped with all of the latest safety gear and is maintained in between each charter to the highest standards. Your crew are also highly trained and certified to meet yachting safety protocol. If you have people in your group with mobility issues or other disabilities, we recommend you contact our yacht consultants directly for assistance in planning your trip.
What if there’s bad weather during the trip? Will I get seasick?
Your Captain will be monitoring the weather conditions consistently throughout your yacht charter and making changes to the itinerary accordingly. There are always options to still have fun if you run into a rainy day, both on the yacht and ashore at whatever island you’re moored off of.
For those who are prone to sea sickness, it generally doesn’t end up being an issue on yacht charter. All of our yachts are catamarans, which means they have two hulls that make them incredibly stable on the water. There is very little rocking on a catamaran, which is usually what makes people experience motion sickness. Your captain will also keep this in mind, if you let him/her know, choosing anchorages that will provide the calmest waters. You will also always have access to shore time via dinghy. As a last resort, having motion sickness medication on hand is always a great idea.
How much does a yacht charter cost?
All of our experiences are luxury crewed yacht charters and are priced as all-inclusive. This means that all of your meals, drinks (including alcohol), onboard water sports equipment, fuel, and all other costs to operate the boat are incorporated into the weekly price of the yacht.
In addition to your yacht charter cost, you will also want to set aside 15-20% to tip your crew at the end of the week. Gratuities are customary in this industry, and are at the client’s discretion based on the service received over the course of the charter. Unless you decide to partake in any food or cocktails off of the boat, there will not be any surprise costs to plan for.
Our weekly yacht charters are priced based on the boat and the number of guests onboard. Depending on the yacht you select, the cost of a yacht charter with us can range from $16,000 to $52,000 per week.
Please visit our Yachts page to check availability and view pricing by boat.
What if we want to eat out at some of the local bars & restaurants instead of having all of our meals onboard the yacht?
Are all yacht charters a week long? What if we would like to shorten or extend our trip?
Our standard yacht charter is for 8 days, 7 nights, which is what most of our guests find preferable. It’s an ideal amount of time to fully relax and be able to see a lot of what the British Virgin Islands have to offer.
We occasionally receive requests from guests looking for a slightly shorter or longer option, such as a 4-day or 10-day yacht charter. This can be accommodated on a case by case basis, depending on availability. If you are seeking an alternate length of yacht charter, we recommend you contact our yacht consultants directly for assistance.
How far in advance should I book a yacht charter?
While our blanket recommendation is to book as far in advance as you’re able to ensure you get exactly what you want, when you want, there are a few other factors to consider such as the time of year you would like to charter, the amount of people you’re traveling with, and how flexible you are on dates & the yacht.
The high season in the BVI is December through May, with Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter weeks being in highest demand. If you’re hoping to come during peak season, particularly if you have a specific week in mind, we recommend reserving a year in advance. Many of our repeat yacht charter guests reserve their next charter while ON charter, so the prime weeks at popular times of the year fill up a year or more in advance.
