Virgin Island Sample Itinerary

A quick taxi ride from the airport to American Yacht Harbor, St. Thomas to board your yacht and meet your crew. Once you acquaint yourself, you will jump into a refreshing cocktail and either light snacks or full meal, depending on your preference. Once everyone is comfortable, head the yacht over to Leinster Bay , St. John, where you can swim with the turtles at Water Lemon Cay, tour the ruins of the Annaberg Plantation or just lounge out and start soaking in the Caribbean sun (and some of those cocktails). Your chef will be making a spectacular first night meal as you watch the sun slide ever so gently into the horizon.

Day Two:

Visit the West End on Tortola, the capital of the British Virgin Islands. After your crew clears customs you can meander into art galleries, Pusser's Rum Shop, and other island outposts, or just head out for some spirited sailing towards your next port of call, the island of Jost Van Dyke. ‘’Jost’’ (pronounced Yost) is the ‘party island’ of the BVI. A quick stop to visit with the legendary Foxy and share a Firewater at his bar and grill, then around the corner you go to White Bay. This Caribbean gem has beach bars set only a few yards from the water and includes The Soggy Dollar Bar where you may just want to try their famous cocktail called the Painkiller. The turquoise water here is mesmerizing and the sand is as fine as powder. If you’re still in the mood, you might want to motor a few minutes further East and stop in to Sidney's Peace and Love Restaurant in Little Harbour, where you can pour your own drinks at the honor bar or head a little further and tuck into Diamond Cay for the night.

Day 3

Linger over breakfast and then take the dinghy over to to Sandy Spit where you may have the entire island to yourself. Then if you want to stretch your legs a bit, there is a wonderful nature hike that will take you to the windward side of Jost Van Dyke where you will find the amazing natural Bubbly Pool. This idyllic spot can keep people of all ages entranced for hours. You’ll want to get heading back to the yacht, though, so you can head over to Cane Garden Bay if you want some nightlife with live music and dancing. If you would rather a quiet night, let your crew know and they will find a private secluded anchorage you can call your own.

Day 4

Time to wake up (whatever time that is) and snorkel Monkey Point on Guana Island. Use the beach for walking, swimming, and snorkeling to work up your appetite for lunch. In the afternoon, go to charming Marina Cay. This tiny island is surrounded by coral reefs, and great for squid spotting! You can spend the night here or few minutes away there is Lee Bay, which is a great spot if want to get in a little water skiing or wake boarding before evening.

Day 5

Cruise to the Virgin Gorda 'Baths', huge granite boulders the you can explore in and out of the water. Some have referred to this spot as the 8th Wonder of the World. Certainly not to be missed. From there you might want to check out the elegant, but low-key, Little Dix Bay to walk around and have a drink and/or get a taxi ride over to the windward side's copper mine. Your goal for the night might be Virgin Gorda Sound on the East end of the island where you can check out Virgin Gorda's Bitter End Yacht Club. They have water sports, a sailing school, diving opportunities, and outdoor workouts. There a number of wonderful bars and restaurants along the water, each offering a slightly different mood and selection. North Sound is a huge protected bay and a superb place to exercise the water toys as you meander through the host of Megayachts anchored nearby.

Day 6

After a decadent breakfast aboard, you may want to set sail for Anegada. This island is so low it appears to have drowned. The reefs around the island have also led many ships to wreck along the coast. Of course, your crew knows about the reefs now and avoid them… until it's time for a dive! Anegada as an 8 mile beach where you are sure to get your private time. Anegada is also famous for lobster beach barbeques. Eat your seafood under the stars and enjoy lively conversation with some of the warmest islanders in the territory.

Day 7

Get ready for an incredible downwind sail to Cooper Island. Enjoy strolling around the beach resort, sample one of 100 rums at the Rum Bar, paddle board and snorkel in Machioneel Bay and then enjoy your lunch for a casual ride to Norman Island. Get ready for a real crowd pleaser! The Bight at Norman's Island is definitely prized among yachting types. The Island is actually uninhabited, but its waters see plenty of action. This area is the place to go for waterskiing, kayaking, and snorkeling. Explore the 'caves' and patronize the floating restaurant/bar. You wll see The Bight's appeal in no time!

Day 8

Even though this may be your last official day of charter, your private yacht and crew are still at your command. Wake up for an snorkel at the Indians. A rock formation in the Sir Francis Drake Channel that can frequently provide the best snorkeling of the week.. From there you will sail to Cruz Baym St John to clear US Customs. If you allow yourselves enough time, you can take in some island shopping, stroll through Mongoose Junction. Look for Colombian Emeralds, R & I Patton's custom jewelry, and the Bamboula boutique full of items found only in the islands. At the appropriate time, the crew will bring you back to the yacht and you’ll make a final crossing back to American Yacht Harbor, St. Thomas. Your crew will now feel like family. Write a comment in their guest and start looking at dates for doing it again next year.

There is so much to do/see in one week that this itinerary merely scratches the surface. The tempo can be more active or less. Contact us and we can plan your perfect vacation aboard one of our Caribbean charter yachts.