7-Day BVI Crewed Catamaran Itinerary | 2026-2027
Discover the highlights of the British Virgin Islands, including Tortola and Anegada, on your BVI Crewed Catamaran Charter
Day 1: Norman Island | Day 2: Peter Island | Day 3: Virgin Gorda | Day 4: Anegada | Day 5: Little Jost Van Dyke | Day 6: Sandy Spit | Day 7: Jost Van Dyke | Day 8: Tortola
The British Virgin Islands are one of the world’s premier charter destinations, and a luxury crewed catamaran will allow you to effortlessly explore them. Lounge on the trampolines with the wind on your back as your captain steers you toward Anegada for the best lobster on the island. Your experienced crew knows the region inside and out and will plan your day around the weather, conditions, and crowds, meaning you’ll anchor at The Baths on Virgin Gorda at their most serene moments.
For almost two decades, the Boatbookings team has sailed these waters and refined an itinerary that remains a guest favorite. Each experience is tailored to your specific preferences, and our charter experts look forward to working with you to create your dream vacation time after time. With our specialists handling every detail, you are free to step onto the warm sand of Peter Island and settle into the luxury that only a private yacht can provide. Feeling inspired? Enquire to begin shaping your personalized itinerary.
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Why a Luxury Crewed Catamaran is the Best Way to Explore the BVI
A luxury charter in the BVI is more than just a fun cruising experience; it's about reveling in the space, comfort, and joy of discovery. Twin hulls give the ship extra stability and hold private cabins with en-suites. This means there is ample deck space to enjoy the warmth of the sun on your face and the cool sea breeze in your hair. Due to its low fuel consumption, you will have the speed and efficiency to make it to every island in the region, leaving you with more time to thoroughly explore each one. Picture waking up on the white-sand beaches of Anegada before anchoring at the Bubbly Pools on Jost Van Dyke later that very same day.
A passionate and dedicated crew elevates every moment on board. Your captain's extensive knowledge of the region will guide you to quiet bays on Norman Island, ideal for paddle boards and kayaks. While you explore the shores, your personal chef will prepare a gourmet menu tailored to your dietary needs and preferences. Imagine stepping back on board to fresh lobster brushed with warm butter before heading to your cabin, where soft linen sheets and towel animals welcome you.
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Day 1: Tortola to the Bight, Norman Island
Travel back in time as you sail through the BVI, and immersive yourself in the story of swashbuckling pirates, long-lost treasure, and majestic shipwrecks waiting to be explored. After you've met your crew in Road Town, settle into life aboard your luxury crewed catamaran with a welcome drink and tapas as you relax into the rhythm of the BVI. Take in the fresh Caribbean air and watch as Tortola fades into the horizon as you set sail for Norman Island, which is said to be the inspiration for Robert Stevenson’s Treasure Island. History states that a pirate by the name of Captain Owen Lloyd pillaged Spanish gold and buried it in The Caves, your first snorkel stop. While much of the treasure has been found, guests are still called here to continue the search for buried loot.
You’ll anchor in the Bight on Norman Island, and as night falls, enjoy a gourmet meal infused with local flavors and fresh ingredients backdropped by the glow of the stars emerging for the evening. Alternatively, head to Willy T’s and get lost in the BVI nightlife. Dance the night away with 1 or 2 (or three or four) shooters.
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Day 2: Norman Island, Peter Island & Cooper Island
Begin the day with breakfast, cooked for you by your personal, onboard chef. Afterward, you’ll make the quick sail to The Indians, a collection of rocks that resemble an Indian Headdress. Here you can jump off the boat and snorkel around the rock formations, finding vibrant corals and diverse marine life. Next up is Peter Island and the infamous Deadman’s Bay. The legend of Blackbeard draws charterers to Dead Chest, the small island just north of the bay. As the story goes, a failed mutiny resulted in Blackbeard dumping 15 men on the island with only a bottle of rum each. When they attempted to swim to safety on Peter Island, they all drowned, their bodies eventually washing ashore on Dead Chest. Alas, the island got its name, and the famous pirate song Fifteen Men on a Dead Man’s Chest was born. With a long stretch of white sandy beaches and shallow, calm waters, you can live the pirate life all day before heading to Cooper Island.
At Cooper Island, gentle waves roll over the golden sand while sailboats sway in the water. Be sure to catch the incredible sunset before venturing off the boat to Cooper Island Beach Club for a taste of local cuisine and, of course, local rum!
Day 3: The Wreck of the Rhone, The Baths, and Virgin Gorda
Wake up to the lingering smell of coffee wafting into your rooms and emerge for a full day of island discovery. Today, you will head to the far end of Salt Island, where the Wreck of the Rhone lingers just below the waves. The old postal ship, called the RMS Rhone, had the misfortune of sinking after running aground on Salt Island in 1867. The majestic ship flooded, saltwater entering from every angle, causing a massive explosion of its hot boilers. Now, over 150 years later, the wreck remains intact and stands as the British Virgin Islands’ first national park. Divers and snorkelers alike can explore its coral-laced structure.
After diving into history, head to Virgin Gorda, where nature itself formed the perfect playground. The Baths are a natural 40-foot rock formation that sits in the waters, creating shallow pools for all ages to drift through. The Top of the Baths restaurant offers stunning views of the shores from above and is a perfect place to enjoy a drink before heading back to the boat to further explore the island. As the sun moves further across the sky, you'll sail to North Sound, a protected bay on Virgin Gorda whose calm waters make for the best spot to try out some water sports. Grab a kayak and drift along the shore, or try wakeboarding before heading to Saba Rock to feed the fish at dusk. You’ll anchor in one of the well-protected bays for a restful evening before heading off to another adventure the next morning.
Day 4: Virgin Gorda to Anegada
Follow the rhythm of island life from Virgin Gorda to Anegada, passing the exclusive Necker Island along the way. After sailing the open Atlantic, you’ll anchor with a small cluster of catamarans in the shallows of the island. Anegada offers a mosaic of salt ponds, calm lagoons, and white sandy beaches for charterers to explore. Grab a pcinic basket or beach games and enjoy a sunny day. Alternatively, rent a jeep and explore the island, stopping at a few bars along the way. Cow Wreck Beach, named for the cattle ship that crashed there, offers great drinks and a spot of warm sand to enjoy them on. Just down the Road lies Tipsy, where rum and the perfect beach bar atmosphere make for a great afternoon stop.
While Caribbean sunsets are spectacular from any island, they are particularly beautiful from Anegada. Look west as the sky turns varying shades of pink, and allow this to be the backdrop of your evening meal. Anegada is famous for its spiny lobster, fresh-caught and grilled to perfection. If need be, your crew can make a reservation at one of the bay’s restaurants, so all you have to do is dig in and enjoy the view.
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Day 5: Anegada to Little Jost Van Dyke
After a slow morning filled with coffee and a gourmet breakfast, you will sail southwest, where just off the north-west coast of Tortola lies Little Jost Van Dyke. On the way, there are often sightings of whales and dolphins, so be sure to have your cameras ready! Little Jost Van Dyke is home to sandy shores and coral reefs that are sprinkled between anchorages. Before arriving, stop at the bubbly pools, where natural rock formations and the tide come together to form nature’s jacuzzi. Float in the pool and notice how the water moves in, creating a soft, swirling tide. Spend some time fishing on board or exploring the waters via snorkel. Then, enjoy the sunset from an al fresco dining table with a meal masterfully created by your on-board chef.
Day 6: Little Jost Van Dyke to Sandy Spit and White Bay, Jost Van Dyke
On the sixth day of your luxury BVI catamaran charter, head out early to be the first at Sandy Spit, a must-see destination in the BVI. Sandy Spit is a small island of sand that feels like your own personal paradise. It provides its own sense of adventure in the feeling of being shipwrecked on an island. Channel your inner Jack Sparrow and jump into your own pirate story where you spend your days soaking up the sun with a bottle of rum, occasionally wading into the shallow waters to look out over the endless sea. Jump back on board for a fresh Tuna Poke-inspired lunch, and get ready for Jost Van Dyke, where lively steel drums and salty sea spray combine to create the perfect island experience.
Here you will find the infamous Soggy Dollar, creator of the painkiller cocktail and the world’s best beach bar. There is nowhere to dock, so guests must swim to shore and walk across the beach to Soggy Dollar. The name comes from the fact that many sailors had actual soggy dollars as a result of swimming to the bar with cash!
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Day 7: Great Harbor, Jost Van Dyke to the Bight, Norman Island
On your final day, you will wake up to the unfettered beauty of one of the BVI’s most popular anchorages, Great Harbor. Home to lively bars like the iconic Foxy’s Tamarind Bar, Great Harbor offers charterers the opportunity to embrace island life like a local once more before the end of your charter. Take in the view of the Caribbean as you sip on a painkiller. If you’re lucky, Foxy himself might even show up and strum a few chords on his guitar. Eventually, you will begin the journey back to the Bight on Norman Island, so you have enough time to get to Road Town by noon the next day.
Day 8: Return to Road Town, Tortola
Why not make the most of your final moments in paradise and cruise around the point to Privateer Bay on your final morning? Here is the ideal spot for you to enjoy one last moment in the water, snorkeling, waterskiing, paddleboarding, or doing any other water sport you have picked up over the week. Finally, you'll have a beautiful sail across the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Road Town, and then it is time to say your goodbyes! You’ll come full circle back to Tortola for disembarkation. While you get used to being on land again, continue to explore Tortola and all it has to offer before beginning the journey home. If you're feeling inspired, check out our other popular charter destinations such as the US Virgin Islands and the Bahamas.
A note about the extraordinary cuisine on a Crewed BVI Yacht charter
There's nothing quite as luxurious as indulging in a gourmet meal made specially for you. As such, all of the crewed yachts recommended by Boatbookings have professional chefs on board who will craft up to three meals a day designed specifically around your dietary needs and preferences. Additionally, your personal chef will experiment with local flavors and only the freshest ingredients to ensure you have the most authentic island experience possible. It is a culinary celebration that will expand your palate and perhaps even introduce you to your new favorite comfort meal.
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Pick up and Drop off in the USVI
Sometimes it is easier to fly into or out of the US Virgin Islands. No worries! Boatbookings is here to help facilitate easy transfers with pick-ups and drop-offs in the USVI. Simply speak with one of our charter experts, and they will arrange for your yacht to pick you up from Charlotte Amalie or Red Hook on St. Thomas.
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