bvi yacht charters salt crush

• Yacht Type: Sailing Catamarans
• Charter Type: Bareboat Charters

Destination

Marina location, weekly rates.

• High Season: $ 11,998.00
• Low Season: $ 8,995.00
• Start Time: 12:00
• End Time: 12:00

Rate Details

The charter fee is for the rental of the yacht and does not include the mandatory extras.

Mandatory Extras: Yacht damage insurance $40/night Cruising tax $4 person/night Park permit $25 for 1-4 people + $10 each 1-2 additional people Virgin Island Search and Rescue $10/charter Dinghy fuel $20 Cell phone $10 Pay for fuel used

Optional Extras: Sleep Aboard (Based on Availability) $75/person Day Checkout Skipper $250/day plus meals & gratuity Regular Captain $300/night plus meals & gratuity Instructional Captain $350/night plus meals & gratuity

Salt Crush Bareboat Charter in British Virgin Islands

Special: summer free days, book by 10/31/2025.

$ 1,714.00

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• Reviews (1)
• Yacht Name: Salt Crush
• Manufacturer: Fountaine Pajot
• Model: Helia 44 - 5 cab.
• Yacht Age: 2019
• Yacht Length (Feet): 44
• Beam (Feet): 24.7
• Draft (Feet): 3.2
• Type of Main Sail: Battened
• Engine(s): 2 x 50 HP
• Fuel Capacity: 469 l
• Water Capacity: 749 l
• License Required: No
• Check Out Skipper: Optional For a Fee
• Max Passengers: 11
• Electric Heads: 4
• Total Showers: 5
• Double Cabins: 4
• Single Beds Forepeak: 1
• Single Beds Interior: 1
• Convertible Salon: Yes
• Yacht Layout

Electronics

• WiFi: WiFi Router Onboard - Activate on Arrival (Fees Apply)
• Depth Sounder
• TV / DVD Player
• Stereo: Fusion radio
• Fully Equipped Galley
• Refrigeration: 12V 190L
• Cockpit Fridge: Yes
• Freezer: Yes
• Microwave: Yes
• Blender: Yes
• Toaster: Yes
• Coffee Maker: Electric
• BBQ Grill: Propane

Standard Items

• PFDs & Safety Equipment
• Navigation Charts & Manual Tools
• Linens and towels: Linens, pillows, dish towels, bath towels, hand towels and facecloths - recommend bringing beach towels
• Basic Cleaning Supplies: 1 roll of toilet paper per head, clothespins, broom, dust pan and deck brush
• Basic Tool Kit
• First Aid Kit
• Air Conditioning: With Generator
• Generator: Yes
• Electric Anchor Windlass
• Electric Main Sail Winch

Water Toys / Entertainment

• Dinghy: Yes
• Outboard: Yes
• Snorkeling gear: Included for all Guests
• Stand Up Paddle Board: Rent in Advance
• Floats: Rent in Advance

Scuba & Fishing

• Guest Fishing License Required: Yes

Summer Free Days

Sail 10 nights for the price of 7.

Book Your Summer Charter in the British Virgin Islands between May 22 and October 31.

Not combinable with other specials. Can expire without notice.

Advance Booking Discount

Book by 12/31/2025, save 10% when you book at least 1 year in advance, repeat charter discount, repeat bvi yacht charters’ clients save 10%.

Not combinable with other specials.

Book a tandem charter with 2 yachts to save 10%, or 3 yachts to save 15%!

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1 review for Salt Crush Bareboat Charter in British Virgin Islands

VI Sailing Concierge Team – December 27, 2022

Name on Your Reservation: Scott Young Are you the Lead Charterer or a Guest? Lead Charterer Boat Name: Salt Crush

Charter Company & Yacht Please answer the following questions pertaining to the charter company and the yacht you chartered. Rating of Charter Company & Yacht: 5 Upon arrival and during your charter, were the staff of the charter company friendly and accommodating? yes wonderful Did the staff do a good job familiarizing you with the yacht and its equipment? yes Was the yacht clean and in good working condition? excellent Was the yacht’s cooking and cleaning equipment sufficient? yes Was the yacht well ventilated? yes Additional comments about the charter company and yacht you chartered? wonderful expirience Cruising Area

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Cancellation Policy

$200 cancellation insurance allows more flexibility for canceling or rescheduling (details on charter agreement). Otherwise, no refund for cancellations.

Cancellation Insurance $200 – Purchase with your deposit: – until 91 days full refund – 90-61 days $300 fee or reschedule within 24 mos – 60-31 days 50% penalty or reschedule within 24 mos – 30 days or less no refund or apply 50% of charter fee to reschedule within 24 mos

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Payment schedule.

Confirmation Deposit: 50% of Charter Fee Due 45 Days Prior to Charter Start: Balance of Charter Fee + Extras

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PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS (“ Terms ”) CAREFULLY AS THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, REMEDIES AND OBLIGATIONS AS WELL AS A SECTION GOVERNING THE JURISDICTION AND VENUE OF DISPUTES. THESE TERMS ALSO CONTAIN A LEGALLY BINDING RELEASE, WAIVER OF LIABILITY, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK. By creating a username, a login, clicking submit, using the services of Charter Experts, LLC d/b/a Virgin Island Sailing® (“ Broker ) or by accessing Broker’s website, you agree that you have read, and acknowledge your acceptance of these Terms. The Terms are subject to change at any time without notice at Broker’s sole discretion. Additionally, any transaction for which you have made payment shall be governed by the form of Terms in effect at the time of such payment notwithstanding any subsequent changes hereto.

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• Limitation on Liability . In no event shall Broker, Charter Provider, Charter Suppliers, and/or their respective affiliates, or any employees, agents, officers, directors, members or managers of any of the foregoing (“Broker and Charter Releasees”), be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of, or in any way connected with, your access to, display of or use the Broker’s website, the Charter or services provided to you in connection with the Charter (including, but not limited to, your reliance upon opinions of the Broker), whether based on a theory of negligence, contract, tort, strict liability, consumer protection statutes, or otherwise, and even if Broker and/or any other of the Broker and Charter Releasees have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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Helia 44 - 5 cab. Salt Crush for rent in BVI / British Virgin Islands

Tortola (BVI / British Virgin Islands)

Lowest price from 13/07 to 20/07/2024

Price per 1 day

Price per 1 hour

Mandatory services:

- Cruising Tax – €4

- National parks permit $25 for 4 pax, $35 for 6 pax, $45 for 8 pax, $55 for 10 pax – €25

- Outboard fuel & Gas For Dinghy – €20

- Visar – €20

- Yacht Insurance (Minimum $200 / Maximum $400) – €40

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Total price

Damage deposit

Catamaran Helia 44 - 5 cab. (2019)

• Bowthruster
• Air conditioner
• Electric Toilet
• Furling main sail
• Batten main sail
• 220V socket
• Air Conditioning
• Anchor with chain
• Black Water Tank
• Cockpit cushions
• Cockpit fridge
• Cockpit light
• Cockpit/stern, outside shower
• Convertible table
• Cruising guides
• Distress flare box
• Electric anchor windlass
• Electric fans in cabins
• Electric primary winch
• Electric toilet
• Electric winch
• Emergency tiller
• Fire extinguisher
• First aid kit
• Fusion radio
• GPS chart plotter
• Grill/Barbecue/Plancha
• Helm station
• Horseshoe lifebuoy
• Kitchen utensils (Galley equipment, cutlery)
• Life jackets
• Mooring ropes
• Nautical charts
• Navigation (Nautical) charts and nautical guide
• Outboard engine
• Plastic bucket
• Refrigerator
• Shore power cable
• Spare anchor (Reserve, Auxiliary anchor)
• Winch handles

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Helia 44 'Salt Crush'

Bvi yacht charters catamaran bareboat charter, tortola, british virgin islands.

The Helia 44 'Salt Crush' is a 44 ft Catamaran operated by BVI Yacht Charters with room for 11 guests. Based out of Tortola, British Virgin Islands , the Helia 44 is available for bareboat charters with rates from $9,000 / week. View specifications below, then let us bring your bareboat yachting adventure to life by filling out our request form .

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MANDATORY EXTRAS

Nonrefundable Damage Insurance: $40/day (min $200; max $400) (covers yacht & dinghy).

Refundable Security Deposit: $1500 to $3500 (dependent on yacht size)

Dinghy fuel - $20. Cruising tax $4 pp/day VISAR $10/per charter Nat'l Parks Permit $25-55 wk - depending on number of guests.

Short-term Supplement: Add $50.00/day for charters less than 7 days. Cellphone Rental $10 Fuel and water are additional.

Payable to Customs: Environmental and Tourism levy $10 pp - collected on arrival at port of entry. Departure tax $50 per person from airport and $20 per person from ferry.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Optional Cancellation Waiver - $200 (optional - due with initial deposit).

Sleepaboard $75pp (min. $150) Skippers - rate per day: Day Checkout $200; Regular Captain $225; ASA $250 - all plus gratuity. WiFi (MiFi) on board-$30 or $40/day; $135 or $205/wk-sign up on arrival.

PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION TERMS Payment terms: Initial deposit: 50% of yacht fee Final payment: Due 45 days prior to start date.

Cancellation terms: Payments are nonrefundable unless $200 cancellation waiver is purchased, then specific terms apply (see contract).

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Yacht electrics, other specs, additional rate information.

Charters start and end at noon any day of the week.

Purchased Sleepaboard starts the night before your charter at 5pm.

Located at Ritter Marina, Wickham's Cay 2, Road Town, Tortola.

Taxi can be pre-arranged from Tortola airport to base. Cost from airport ($27 for one person, $14 each for 2 people and $12 each for 3 or more passengers). If arriving by ferry, call Mike Smith (taxi driver) at 284-496-0959 from the St. Thomas ferry terminal and let him know which ferry you are on and he will arrange to meet you at the ferry dock in Tortola.

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SV Salt Crush

Based at: BVI Yacht Charters

Joma Marina, Port Purcell

Road Town, Tortola

British Virgin Islands

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OUR PASSION AND HISTORY

The Crawford’s have a life long history of sailing worldwide. Their passion began by sailing many years in the British Virgin Islands where they set-up Salt Charters first fleet specialising in catamarans in 2013. With a vast knowledge of the Indian Ocean, Caribbean Leewards and Windwards Islands, Bahamas, Belize, East and West Mediterranean it was only a matter of time before they launched into the Superyacht Industry to share their knowledge and expertise to clients who want to see an extraordinary world in a different prospective by water.

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City Street Guides by f.d. walker: A Street Photography Guide to Moscow, Russia

*A series of guides on shooting Street Photography in cities around the world. Find the best spots to shoot, things to capture, street walks, street tips, safety concerns, and more for cities around the world. I have personally researched, explored and shot Street Photography in every city that I create a guide for. So you can be ready to capture the streets as soon as you step outside with your camera!

At over 12 million people, Moscow is the largest city in Russia and second largest in Europe by population ( Istanbul is #1). An urban, cosmopolitan metropolis with more than enough glitz and glam to cater to the elite, but without losing its fair share of Soviet era roughness around the edges. It can be fast paced, brash, busy, and trendy like other big cities, but it has its blend of West meets Russia atmosphere and beauty that provides plenty of unique interest. The Red Square is as famous as it gets, but there’s so much more to this city, including the most beautiful subway system you’ve ever seen. It would take years to capture all of Moscow, but that means you have an endless amount of areas to discover.

So here’s a Street Photography guide so you can be ready to capture all that Moscow has to offer before you even arrive!

• Patriarch’s Pond
• Old Arbat Street
• Maroseyka Street
• Tverskoy Boulevard

Top 5 Street Spots:

1. red square.

The Red Square is the most famous square in not just Russia, but all of Eastern Europe. The name actually doesn’t come from the color of the bricks or communism, but from the name in Russian, Krásnaya, once meaning “beautiful” before its meaning changed to “red.” This large plaza is what you see on the cover of guide books and magazines for Moscow, with St. Basil’s Cathedral being the center piece next to Lenin’s Mausoleum surrounded by the Kremlin Wall. Of course, the Red Square attracts hordes of tourist due to the main attractions, but all that activity around an interesting atmosphere does provide street photo opportunities. It’s also the central square connecting to the city’s major streets, providing a good starting point to explore outward.

You’ll also find the popular pedestrian only Nikolskaya Street connecting the Red Square to Lubyanka Square. This line of expensive shops includes plenty of activity, while also leading you to another popular square. Filled with history rivaling any city, the Red Square and surrounding areas are the heart and soul of Russia.

2. Patriarch’s Ponds

Patriarch’s Ponds is one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Moscow. Despite the name being plural, there’s only one large pond, but it’s worth a visit with your camera. It’s a popular spot for locals and expats to come relax or take a stroll around the pond. You get an interesting mix of young and old too, from young love to “babushkas” feeding pigeons. It’s a very peaceful park atmosphere in one of the nicer areas within the city center, while bringing enough activity for street photography. 

The pond is shallow and in the winter becomes a popular spot for ice-skating too. The area is also well-known for the location in the famous Russian novel, The Master and Margarita. 

3. Old Arbat (Stary Arbat)

Old Arbat is the most famous pedestrian street in Moscow, and dating back to the 15th century, also one of its oldest. Originally, it was an area of trade, but soon became the most prestigious residential area in Moscow. During the 18th century, Arbat started attracting the city’s scholars and artists, including Alexander Pushkin. Cafes lined the streets and impressive homes filled the neighborhood. Since then, New Arbat street was created as a highway in the area, while Old Arbat was paved for a 1km pedestrian only walkway.

Due to the historic buildings, famous artists that lived here, and the bohemian atmosphere, Old Arbat has become a big attraction for tourists today. Now, there’s a mix of cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, street performers, street merchants and other attractions for visitors, and some locals, to come enjoy. It can get really busy here and there’s usually something interesting going on so it’s a good street to come walk with your camera for guaranteed life.

4. Gorky Park

One of the most famous places in Moscow is Gorky Park. The official name is Maxim Gorky’s Central Park of Culture & Leisure, which gives you an idea of what goes on here. When built, it was the first of its kind in the Soviet Union. Divided into two parts, it stretches along Moscow River. One end contains fair rides, foods stands, tennis courts, a sports club, a lake for boat rides, and more. This end brings more active life due to its number of attractions, while the other end is more relaxed, where you’ll find gardens, trees, older buildings, and an outdoor amphitheater.

Gorky Park attracts mostly locals so it’s a good spot to capture the non-tourist side of Moscow life. Muscovites come here to escape the city and unwind in a picturesque setting. The park remains alive outside of the warmer months too, especially when the lake turns into the city’s largest outdoor skating rink. I’d recommend taking the metro out here to spend at least half a day exploring the massive park’s life with your camera.

5. Maroseyka Street

Maroseyka Street is a popular area not too far from the Red Square. The long, winding street turns into Pokrovka and is lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and places to stay. It’s actually where I like to stay when I’m in Moscow due to its location and solid street photography opportunities itself. You have Kitay-gorod station near and if you keep walking southwest, you’ll get to the Red Square. But if you walk northwest, as it changes to Pokrovka, you can find a long street of activity for photography with its own interesting atmosphere.

6. Tverskoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard is the oldest and longest boulevard in Moscow, beginning at the end of Nikitsky Boulevard, and finishing at Pushkin Square, a spot to come for activity itself. The boulevard is made up of two avenues, with pedestrian walkways in-between. You’ll find grass, shrubbery, trees, benches and more walking it’s almost kilometer length. Many people come here to enjoy some relaxation, walk their dog, or just to use it to walk wherever they’re going. Its center location also provides a nice place to walk with your camera near plenty of other spots you’ll want to check out anyway.

Sample Street Walk:

For a full day of Street Photography, covering some of the best spots, you can follow this sample street walk for Moscow:

• Start your morning walking around the Red Square (1), while exploring the surrounding area, including Nikolskaya Street
• Then walk northwest to Patriarch’s Ponds (2) and slowly walk the pond and surrounding area with your camera
• Next, walk east to the Pushkin Monument and stroll down Tverskoy Boulevard (6)
• Once Tverskoy Boulevard (6) ends, it will turn into Nikitsky Boulevard. Follow this down until you get to the start of Old Arbat Street (3), across from Arbatskaya station
• After you’re done walking down Old Arbat Street (3) for more street photography, spend some time checking out Moscow’s beautiful metro stations
• To finish off the day with more street photography, get off the metro near Red Square (1) again, Maroseyka Street (5) or wherever you’re staying for the night.

3 Things I’ll Remember about Shooting in Moscow:

1. museum metro.

The Moscow metro system was the first underground railway system in the Soviet Union and today includes 203 stations across 340km of routes. The elaborate system has some of the deepest stations in the world too, with escalators that seem to go on forever. None of this is what makes it so special, though. Many of its stations feel like stepping inside a museum, making it without a doubt the most interesting and beautiful metro system I’ve been in.

When built, Stalin wanted to make the metro stations “palaces for the people” with marble, chandeliers, and grand architecture. The best part is the variety of architecture and styles used, making many of the stations a completely different experience visually. You could easily spend a whole day traveling the stations and there are even tours available for people who wish to do just that. My advice, though, would be just to buy a ticket and hop on and off at different stations, while exploring different lines. The museum-like surrounding mixed with the crowds of characters can make for a great photography experience.

Since there are so many stations, here are some of my favorites to check out:

• Novoslobodskaya
• Mayakovskaya
• Elektrozavodskaya
• Komsomolskaya
• Ploschad Revolyutsii
• Dostoyevskaya
• Prospekt Mira

2. Moscow is Big

It’s no secret that Moscow is a big city, but it can feel even bigger with how spread out much of it is. This is especially true if you compare it to cities outside of Asia. If I compared it to cities in Europe, I’d probably say only Istanbul would warrant more time to really discover the depths of this city. Most only explore around the Red Square and surrounding area, but that is such a small part of the city. Although, that central area does give you plenty to see on its own.

Fortunately, I had a good friend living in the city to show me around, but it opened up my eyes even more to how much there is to discover in Moscow. It’s a big city with a variety of atmosphere that can take you from “east” to “west” and trendy to rugged depending on where you go. I’d imagine you’d have to live here a while to really know the city.

3. Cosmopolitan Mix of East meets West

Modern skyscrapers mixed with amazing architecture, a world-class metro system with museum-like beauty, trendy fashion and chic clubs, Moscow is a rich mix of Russian culture and history in a more western cosmopolitan package. There is a push to keep the Russian culture, while also pushing forward with a modern metropolis the whole world will envy. This comes with an impressive skyline, that continues to grow, and endless modernities, but with soviet nostalgia and atmosphere mixed in for good measure.

Mixed in with this grand western cosmopolitan atmosphere, is a strong national pride in Russia. This includes their famous leader, Vladimir Putin. Maybe no other place will you see a country’s leader more often. All over, from the pricey tourist shops to the underground walkway stalls, you’ll find goods with Putin’s likeness covering them. From t-shirts to magnets to Matryoshka dolls. There’s a strong national pride that can be seen around the city, which also extends to their leader. Moscow is many things. It’s East meets West, modernizations meets Soviet era, and a whole lot more.

What To Do For a Street Photography Break?:

Eat at a stolovaya.

Stolovayas are Russian cafeterias that became popular in the Soviet days. You grab a tray and walk down the line of freshly prepared local dishes, and select whatever you want from the chefs. They’re usually inexpensive and a much better value than restaurants, while giving you the opportunity to try from a wide selection of everyday Russian food. They’re also very tasty. I always include some borsch on my tray and go from there. The places themselves are all over Moscow and usually come with Soviet-era aesthetics to complete the experience.

Street Safety Score: 7

*As always, no place is completely safe! So when I talk about safety, I’m speaking in general comparison to other places. Always take precaution, be smart, observe your surroundings and trust your instincts anywhere you go!

Being the 2nd largest city in Europe with over 12 million people, you’re going to have your dangerous areas, but for the most part, it feels safe walking around. Russia is statistically higher in crime compared to most of Europe, but this generally doesn’t apply to tourists and visitors. Around the Red Square and surrounding city center, you should feel completely safe walking around. Pick pocketing can happen, but no more than other touristic places. I always explore Moscow freely without coming across too much to worry about. It’s a spread out city, though, so of course it matters where you are. Just use basic street smarts, know where you are and Moscow shouldn’t give you a problem. 

People’s Reaction Score: 7

Moscow is fast paced, big city life, which usually means people aren’t too concerned with you, or your camera. I don’t find people notice or pay much attention to me when I’m out taking photos in Moscow. For the most part, people just go about their day. You shouldn’t get too many looks or concern. But it can depend on the area you are in. The more you stick out, the more you might get noticed with suspicions. I’ve never had any problems in Moscow, or Russia, but just be careful who you’re taking a photo of if you get out of the city center. Other than that, it’s about average for reactions. 

Street Tips:

Learn the alphabet .

Much of Moscow, including the metro system, doesn’t use english. The Russian alphabet uses letters from the Cyrillic script, which if you aren’t familiar with it and don’t know the sounds, can be hard to decipher the words. This is most important for street names and metro stops when trying to get around. It can save confusion and make it easier getting around if you learn the basic alphabet. At the very least then, you can sound out the words to see which are similar in the english conversion, which can help matching them to maps. When out shooting street photography, getting around is as important as anything. So save yourself some time and frustration by learning the Russian Alphabet.

Use the metro

While Saint-Petersburg feels very walkable for a city its size, Moscow can feel very spread out, even for its bigger size. Outside of the Red Square area, you can have plenty of walking before getting anywhere very interesting, so you’ll need to take the metro a lot if you really want to explore the city. Maps are deceiving here too, it will always be further than it looks.

Another reason it’s less walkable than Saint-Petersburg is its completely different set-up. Moscow’s streets are mostly contstructed in rings with narrow, winding streets in-between. This is common with medieval city cities that used to be confined by walls, but you usually don’t have it in a city this massive. Saint-Petersburg has a more grid-like pattern that also uses the canals to help you know your way around. When it comes to navigating on foot in Moscow, it can be more difficult, so bring a map and take the metro when needed. It’s why Moscow’s metro carries more passengers per day than the London and Paris subways combined.

Explore other areas if you have time

Moscow is really big. While most people stay around the Red Square within the Boulevard Ring, there’s so much more to the city. I covered some other spots outside of this circle, but if you really want to see the city, you’ll need time. If you do have time, some other areas I’d check out first are Zamoskvarechye, along some of the south and western Moscow.

Inspiration:

For some more inspiration, you can look through the Street Photography of Moscow photographer Artem Zhitenev  and check out 33 of my photos taken in Moscow .

Conclusion:

Moscow’s name brings a certain mystique, but once you’re there it might bring a different atmosphere than you expect. It’s big and sprawling, but beautiful in many ways. It can feel like a European capital on a grand scale, but you can definitely find its Russian side in there.

The urban sprawl of Moscow can be intimidating, but give it enough time and you’ll be rewarded with plenty to discover. All with the world’s best metro system to take you around.

I hope this guide can help you start to experience some of what Moscow contains. So grab your camera and capture all that Moscow has to offer for Street Photography!

If you still have any questions about shooting in Moscow, feel free to comment below or email me!

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A Caribbean vacation is a dream to many. Thus, exploring the BVI islands through BVI Yacht Charters would be a great fulfillment. However, some find it challenging to navigate the waters and plan an ideal itinerary.

Imagine missing out on the experience, from the white sand beaches to the vibrant marine life.

That’s where luxury sailing yachts come in! Following this advice for a smooth charter experience is a good idea.

You can quickly go from St. Thomas to the different BVI islands with BVI sailing charters. It’s genuinely a sailing vacation paradise. Adding to the excitement is that there are many unique attractions that big cruise ships cannot reach .

So, here are some of the highly recommended BVI spots to visit and premier catamarans to charter your dream vacation.

The British Virgin Islands in a Nutshell

• One of the many Caribbean islands.

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Jost van dyke.

• It’s part of a group of islands called the Virgin Islands.
• In addition, the far northeast part is the Greater Antilles.
• To the west of these islands is Puerto Rico.
• Apart from the four big islands, there are 32 smaller ones.
• Great Tobago
• Great Thatch
• Little Thatch
• The main town, Road Town, is where most activities happen. It’s not very surprising because it’s actually on the biggest BVI island, Tortola.

British Virgin Islands Yacht Charters Bounce Back on Track

Tourism is incredibly important in the British Virgin Islands. It’s one of the main industries that sustains the islands’ economy. It’s also one of the major job sources in the region.

From 2010 to 2020, the highest number of visitors in the BVI occurred in 2016, within a 10-year period. It accounted for approximately 1.1 million visitor arrivals from both cruise ship and day tour yacht charters.

However, with the previous travel restrictions, visitor arrivals plummeted significantly. From 2019 to 2020, it decreased to approximately 500,000 in the total number of arrivals.

Finally, in 2022, the BVI tourism industry bounced back with a 347 increase in the total number of tourists .

In general, tourism in the BVI appears to align with the UN World Tourism Organization report of July 2022 . This further suggests that the tourism industry worldwide will continue the upward trend in the years to come.

So, it isn’t too late to charter in the BVI. You can still start planning with your loved one, family, and friends!

Getting Around the Islands on BVI Yacht Charters

There are many points of entry to the region, either by air or by sea.

Major Airports in the British Virgin Islands

• Tortola – Terrence B. Lettsome Airport 
• Anegada – Auguste George Airport 
• Virgin Gorda – Taddy Bay Airport

There are also chartered flights for international transfers from Puerto Rico . It is the ultimate stopover for connecting flights to the BVI.

Good news: US guests can fly from Miami, Florida, to Beef Island, BVI, on American Airlines.

Not from the US? Here are additional flight information:

• Some travelers choose to fly to St Thomas. From there, they can take a connecting flight with Cape Air or Seaborne Airlines to Tortola and Virgin Gorda.
• You can also fly via Winair from St Maarten to one of BVI’s major airports.
• Travelers from the UK might find flying to Antigua more accessible via VC Bird International Airport. Then, get a connecting flight to Tortola.

Marinas for BVI Yacht Charters

The yachting business is constantly growing in this part of the world. Since the 2000s, over 50% of BVI visitors have chosen chartered boats over hotels for their stay. In addition, 90 percent of them usually visit for the holidays rather than for business.

Thus, finding anchorage won’t be a problem. Some of the major marinas in the British Virgin Islands are:

• Sopper’s Hole Wharf and Marina
• Nanny Cay Resort and Marina
• Tradewinds British Virgin Islands Yacht Club
• Manuel Reef Marina
• JY Harbor View Marina
• Lower Belmond Bay Marina
• North Latitude Marina
• Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbor Marina
• Oil Nut Bay Marina
• Leverick Bay Resort and Marina
• Fisherman’s Wharf

Is it easy to travel from St. Thomas to the BVI?

Yes, definitely. One of the most accessible gateways to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) is St Thomas.

Here are a few reasons why:

St Thomas is geographically close to the BVI. Thus, making it a convenient starting point for crewed BVI yacht charters.

You have several ports of departure:

Generally, travel time is approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on your type of yacht and your island of destination.

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St. Thomas has a solid transportation system, including an international airport. Therefore, it’s quite easy to fly in from various locations. Then, you can quickly reach the ferry terminals to continue your journey to the BVI.

Yacht Charter Hub

There are regular and frequent ferry and private yacht charter services connecting the USVI to different islands in the BVI . You can choose from different types of boats for your island visits, such as sailboats, catamarans, power catamarans, or bareboat charters. A trusted yacht charter broker can easily arrange your trip.

Entry Point to the Caribbean

It’s a popular entry point to the region. If you want to explore multiple island destinations, you can do that from Charlotte Amalie.

Beautiful Scenery

Arriving at St. Thomas is a beautiful treat to the eye. But your luxury charter only improves with the many picturesque islands and beautiful beaches you will pass through. So, you can spend an overnight or do a day tour between the USVI and the BVI.

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This place is one of the smallest islands in the BVI . Nevertheless, it has a rich history and offers the finest dining experience. So, you can savor amazing barbecue, Indian cuisine, and fresh seafood. There are also charming beachside restaurants to unwind.

A few of the most iconic spots with live atmosphere are:

• Soggy Dollar Bar
• Foxy’s

Where Is the Soggy Dollar Bar ?

The Soggy Dollar Bar is southwestern, specifically on White Bay . Look for its iconic beachfront location with palm trees and a laid-back vibe.

If you’re on a luxury yacht charter, you can anchor at Great Harbour or by a dinghy offshore.

What to do on Jost Van Dyke ?

Meanwhile, if you’re up for an adventure, there are many scuba diving opportunities around the island.

Other fun activities include snorkeling, beachcombing, and enjoying the island’s relaxed atmosphere.

How to Get to Jost Van Dyke?

You can take a ferry from St. Thomas or Tortola to get to the island. There are regular trips and the ride is about 30 to 45 minutes.

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It’s the third largest BVI island with national parks, trails, and stunning beaches. You can also find yacht clubs, accommodations, shopping areas, and restaurants in Spanish Town.

Interesting Facts about Gorda Peak National Park

• The island’s highest point at 1,370ft
• It’s a dry forest. So, it was placed under international conservation.
• Research funded by the UK’s Darwin Initiative found endangered plant species.
• It is also home to the world’s smallest lizard, the Virgin Gorda gecko.
• There are hiking trails with fantastic views.
• On clear days, you can see Anegada on the northeast side.
• There are also picnic sites in the area.

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Here are a few things you need to know when going to the island.

How are the Baths in Virgin Gorda formed ?

The Baths are famous rock formations in Virgin Gorda. They are giant granite boulders that create intricate grottoes and hidden pools. These are the result of volcanic activity millions of years ago. Therefore, these landscapes now have a distinctive and scenic appeal that guests adore.

So, you can float, swim, snorkel, or enjoy soaking in the water.

How to get to the Baths of Virgin Gorda ?

Option 1: If you’re coming from Spanish Town, you must get a taxi to take you to the baths. You have to do a short hike of about 0.5 kilometers from the parking area.

Option 2: When you come from Tortola on a ferry, taxis at the docks can take you to The Baths.

Option 3: The best option is to rent BVI Yacht Charters and anchor on a mooring near the Baths. All you have to do is enjoy the waters! No need for walking or hiking.

Getting to Virgin Gorda

via Air: Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on nearby Beef Island.

Via St Thomas: You can also fly into St. Thomas USVI and catch a ferry or rent a private yacht charter to VG.

Via Tortola: There are also direct ferries from Tortola and St. Thomas to Virgin Gorda’s main ferry terminal at Spanish Town.

Where to Stay in Virgin Gorda ?

You will find different types of accommodation in this area including resorts, villas, and smaller hotels. The top places to consider are:

• Oil Nut Bay
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• Leverick Bay Resort & Marina

Is Virgin Gorda safe ?

Generally, this place is safe, especially for BVI Yacht Charter guests. When traveling anywhere, it’s smart to follow safety tips like protecting your stuff and staying alert to your surroundings.

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Tortola Overview | BVI Yacht Charters

• Largest island in the BVI.
• It serves as the capital city of the region.
• BVI Yacht Charters often begin in this area.
• It’s home to luxury resorts, modern towns, and stunning beaches.

Apart from luxurious resorts and pristine beaches, Tortola is a sailing paradise and also offers fishing hotspots.

What is Tortola known for?

It’s a top destination for sailing and water sports enthusiasts. The place boasts beautiful landscapes, like Sage Mountain National Park , a protected area.

As it’s a national park, there are plenty of things to do like picnicking, hiking, and conservation and research efforts. It also has the highest peak in the BVI and USVI measuring 1,710 feet. Generally, it has a rich vegetation.

If you plan to visit, the entrance is just a 5-minute walk from the car park.

Where do cruise ships dock in Tortola ?

Road Town Pier offers a modern cruise ship facility. It has duty-free shopping, restaurants, and easy access to transportation for exploring the island.

Where is Road Town? | BVI Yacht Charters

Road Town is the British Virgin Islands’s capital and on the southern coast of Tortola. It’s a bustling hub for shopping, dining, and experiencing the local culture .

Where is Cane Garden Bay ?

Aside from the beautiful beach, it’s also famous for its lively atmosphere and water activities. Make sure to arrive there early as many tourists flock to the area.

There is also a range of accommodations, from beachfront resorts to villas and guesthouses.

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It is the largest private island in the BVI. However, it has suspended operations because of the hurricanes.

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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