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The British Virgin Islands (BVI) are a group of islands located in the Caribbean Sea. The islands are a British overseas territory and are part of the Virgin Islands archipelago. The BVI have a population of about 30,000 people.The BVI were first settled by the Arawak and Carib people from South America. The islands were later colonized by the British in the 17th century. The BVI were used as a base for the British Navy during the 18th and 19th centuries.The BVI were administered as a part of the colony of the Leeward Islands from 1872 to 1960. The islands became a separate colony in 1960 and were renamed the British Virgin Islands.The BVI have been a self-governing territory since 1967. The BVI have a parliamentary democracy and are a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.The economy of the BVI is based on tourism and offshore financial services. The BVI are a popular tourist destination and are known for their white sand beaches and lush vegetation.
Ideal time for yacht charter in BVI is from December to April when the air and water temperatures are both around 25 degrees Celsius. The islands experience a lot of tourist traffic during the winter months, so sailing during this time may be more crowded.
BVI yacht charter price may vary based on the following factors:
To give you some idea for what to expect to pay for the bareboat yacht charter in BVI, here is some breakdown:
Skipper License is not required for a bareboat charter in BVI.However, charter operators still want to see that you poses adequate skills and experience to operate the boat and keep your crew safe.Most likely you will be required to submit your sailing resume and get cleared by the base manager. Please allow up to a week for resume processing, and if you have any questions, please reach out to our booking specialists.
What is included in my BVI boat rental?
First and foremost - the boat, fuel, and water. Usually, charter operators want you to return the boat with the same level of fuel as you took it. So please budget some time at the end of your charter to stop by the fuel dock.In addition to boat, fuel and water, some charter operators also provide snorkeling gear, water toys (SUPs, Kayaks, etc), but those may require a separate payment and may need to be arranged in advance.Lastly, if you are booking a crewed or skippered yacht charter - you will get an experienced captain and/or a cook. You can also arrange for provisions to be purchased for you in advance.Please check the details of your yacht charter with our booking team.