The Best St. Barths Yacht Charter Guide | 2026 & 2027
Experience a Luxury Yacht Charter Vacation in St. Barths and Discover Gustavia Harbor, Colombier, and Philipsburg
St. Barths Crewed Motor Yachts | St. Barths Crewed Catamarans | St Barths Crewed Sailing Yachts | St. Barths Bareboats
Map of St. Barths | Getting to St. Barths | St. Barths' Beaches | St. Barths Restaurants and Bars | Snorkeling | Scuba Diving | Spa Treatments | Shopping | Climate
St. Barths Crewed Motor Yacht Itinerary | St. Barths Crewed Catamaran Itinerary
A luxury yacht charter through Saint Barthélemy will open doors to a rarefied experience where you will uncover elite cruising grounds, polished towns, and impeccable cuisine. Known variously as St. Barths, St. Barts, or St. Barth, this French overseas collectivity has long drawn a discerning crowd to its powder-soft beaches, crystaline waters, and vibrant social setting. While on your paradisiacal Caribbean charter, step ashore at Gustavia Harbor where an unmistakably refined crowd drifts in and out for an effortless day meandering between designer boutiques, waterfront restaurants, and lively beach clubs.
Positioned among the French West Indies in the Leeward Islands, the island offers a distinctive contrast to its neighbors. The terrain is rugged and peppered with world-class dining options, local boutiques, and exclusive casinos. Arriving by yacht allows you to experience the island as it was intended: from the water. During your Christmas and New Year charter, you can drop anchor off secluded bays for an E-Foiling session before gathering on the aft deck of your private yacht for a gourmet meal beneath the stars.
Boatbookings is continuously searching for the top yachts in the region and is dedicated to creating unforgettable itineraries. Each year, our team visits the season's top yachts to inspect the layout, meet the crew, and sample indulgent menus. This allows us to match you with the best possible yacht. Whenever you are ready to begin planning your next trip, contact our charter experts.
St. Barts Yacht Charter Vacations
During your luxury yacht charter vacation, St. Barths reveals private beach clubs, impeccably curated boutiques, and fine dining that rivals the Riviera. Aboard a fully crewed yacht, your every need will be tended to by a highly trained crew, ensuring every detail is seamless while you are guided to the island's most exceptional anchorages. Whether you embark on a luxury crewed catamaran or a luxury motor yacht, you will hop between secluded coves and picturesque towns that offer a rare blend of natural beauty and cultivated luxury.
St. Barths Crewed Motor Yachts
Chartering a crewed motor yacht around St. Barths is the best way to explore all of the Leeward Islands. Due to the location of the Princess Juliana International Airport, most charters embark from St. Martin. From there, you will head straight for the best anchorages around St. Martin and neighboring Anguilla before moving on to St. Barth's.
Luxury crewed motor yachts in the Caribbean have every amenity of a 5-star hotel for your private enjoyment. Whether you want to relax onboard or explore the water on your Stand-Up Paddleboards, and Jet Skis while discovering local marine life with your Seabobs. When you reach St. Barths, you will find a plethora of amazing restaurants to try. Some of our favorites include La Guérite and Bagatelle in Gustavia, as well as Shellona and Nikki Beach St. Barths. However you look at it, there is no better way to experience St. Barths in style than by renting a luxury motor yacht for your next vacation.
St. Martin Crewed Motor Yachts Crewed Motor Yacht Itinerary
St. Barths Crewed Catamarans
The Leeward Islands remain some of the most popular crewed catamaran destinations in the Caribbean. You will find a full selection of skippered and permanently crewed catamarans from 42-80ft available for charter. Allow your expert crew to show you the amazing anchorages of St. Martin, Anguilla, and St. Barths.
Catamarans provide twice the amount of volume compared to the same-length monohulls and consequently offer greater comfort and stability during your charter. Their shallow drafts allow you to creep up extremely close to fascinating shorelines, making it easier for you to get your feet on the soft white beaches that make the Caribbean so special!
St. Martin Crewed Catamarans Crewed Catamaran Itinerary
St. Barths Crewed Sailing Yachts
Sailing Yachts are the traditional option, offering a look into the sailing history of the culturally diverse area of St. Barths and the surrounding Leeward Islands. They provide expansive deck space for sunbathing in the Caribbean heat when you're not enjoying some of your crew's amazing food!
Cut through the water under sail, and enjoy living in eye-catching style. A crewed sailing yacht charter comes with all the comforts of a motor yacht, and just a little more class. There is no better way to show off in St. Barths than to charter a luxury crewed sailing yacht.
St. Barths Crewed Sailing Yachts
St. Barths Bareboats
Chartering a bareboat through St. Barths and the Leeward Islands offers the rare luxury of complete freedom on the water. Set your own pace as you navigate between secluded coves, chic beach clubs, and elegant harbor towns. Since you craft your own itinerary, your days can unfold with beach picnics, peaceful anchorages, and exclusive restaurants and boutiques.
St. Barths Bareboat Catamarans
Map of St. Barths
Getting to St. Barths
The principal gateway to St. Barths is through Princess Juliana International Airport (SBH) on nearby Dutch St. Maarten. Flights arrive daily from both the USA and Europe and from St. Maarten, several airlines offer a ten-minute shuttle flight to St. Barths. The island can also be reached from Guadeloupe on a 45-minute flight, or a locally based charter flight available from San Juan or Antigua. St. Barths is also reachable by boat from any of the neighboring islands.
St. Barths Beaches
With 20 stunning beaches to choose from, St. Barths invites you to spend your day soaking up the sun on powder-soft sands with views of crystaline waters before you. From the lively shores of St. Jean to the secluded beauty of Colombier, each beach offers its own distinct atmosphere, blending Caribbean serenity with refined exclusivity.
1- Colombier Beach
Hidden in a secluded cove of St. Barths, Colombier Beach offers a truly private stretch of sand for an unhurried afternoon. It lies on the northwest side of the island and is typically uncrowded due to its location. The calm, clear waters make for the perfect swimming and snorkeling conditions.
2 - St. Jean
St. Jean is the most popular and centrally located beach on St. Barths. Along its shore, you can also find Nikki Beach Restaurant and Beach Club. Spend the day with your favorite novel on the beach, then head to the waterfront restaurant for a bite to eat.
3 - Flammands
At Flammands Beach, you will find a long stretch of sand and turquoise waters perfect for water sports. As the sun reaches its peak, wade out into the water for some swimming, boogie boarding, or body surfing. The moderate waves make for a fun afternoon playing in the water.
4 - Grand-Cul-de-Sac
Protected by a reef, Grand-Cul-de-Sac Beach offers calm waters ideal for families, windsurfing, kite surfing, and snorkeling with sea turtles. After a day in the sun, head to one of the luxury hotels to dine at an upscale restaurant before making your way back to your private yacht for the night.
5 - Shell Beach
Just a short walk from Gustavia Harbor is Shell Beach. As the name suggests, the sand is made up of millions of tiny shells. Additionally, the beach boasts stunning sunsets, making it the perfect evening stop.
St. Barths Restaurants and Bars
St. Barths offers excellent cuisine that stems from its French roots. Many guests find that after they while away their days at the beach, they want to enjoy their evenings at local restaurants. There is a wide range of choices from hip brasseries in the Port of Gustavia, to local beach restaurants serving Creole food, and sophisticated French gourmet restaurants overlooking the sea.
Restaurants
1 - La Vela in Gustavia
La Vela ('the sail” in Italian) is a fine Italian restaurant overlooking Gustavia harbor with homemade pasta and an upbeat atmosphere.
2 - The Eden Rock Restaurants at the beach in St. Jean
These two restaurants, The Sand Bar and On the Rocks, offer style and fine dining.
3 - Le Gaiac at Toiny
Le Gaiac is a classic, gourmet French restaurant in a spectacular Caribbean setting.
4 - Le Bartolomeo at Grande Cul de Sac
A true French gastronomic restaurant, Le Bartolomeo features gourmet French dishes and fine wines as well as a piano bar. The chef is a native of southern France.
Bars
1 - La Bete à Z’Ailes in Gustavia
This lively bar and sushi/sashimi restaurant is in the center of Gustavia Harbor. Its name means 'the flying beast” and it is named for the airplanes which occasionally pass overhead on their way to the airport on the other side of the island. It is a major spot to see and be seen while listening to good music and enjoying the view of the harbor.
2 - Le Ti in Pointe Milou
A fun nightspot where you may find yourself dancing on the tables after dinner until the wee hours of the morning. St. Barths also hosts cultural events such as the annual Classical Music Festival which now has been expanded to include jazz and ballet.
Snorkeling Around St. Barths
St. Barths has some of the world's most spectacular snorkeling with colorful reefs and fish everywhere. During our tenure in the leeward islands, Boatbookings has found some of the best places to snorkel around the island:
1 - Lorient Beach
A long stretch of beach with something for everyone, from killer curls for the surfers, to swim areas, and shallower sheltered pools favored by families. The reefs here are teeming with life and it is rumored to be the best place on the island to see sea turtles.
2 - Colombier Beach
Tucked into the Northwestern tip of the island this strip of sand is a little more off the beaten path. Only accessible by boat or an approximately 15-minute hike from Flammands, this beach offers a chance to escape.
3 - Petit de Anse
Just off the road near Flamands, this is a great spot to see turtles and parrotfish.
4 - Forchue Island
Unfortunately, some of the other best snorkeling spots like this are not on the island. You can however take your own charter or hire a diveboat to help you find them!
Scuba Diving Around St. Barths
The crystal clear waters around St. Barths offer a slew of excellent dives. If you are an expereinced diver, why not hire a charter for yourself and your dive buddies, or if you have less experience, we can help arrange a trip with professional divers. Getting in the water and scuba diving is a fantastic experience, especially for those who have never dived before! While you are exploring below the surface, you might catch sight of sea turtles, barracudas, angelfish, eels, countless varieties of fish, spiny lobsters, and kaleidoscopic displays of colorful coral!
Spa Treatments on St. Barths
For pampering and spa services, visitors can unwind at the Guanhani Spa. Hidden amongst exotic tropical gardens, St. Bart's "most irresistible private enclave" has boasted an unforgettably relaxing atmosphere since its opening in 2004. This spectacular Clarins spa offers pure elegance and complete relaxation. Expect to de-stress like never before in some of the open-air treatment rooms that overlook the sea.
Shopping on St. Barths
St. Barths is a duty-free, shopper’s paradise with boutiques selling clothing, jewelry, watches, and shoes designed by some of the best-known Italian and French designers. Gustavia and St. Jean are the heart of fashion and style on the island, setting a "casual chic” atmosphere. Despite the island's laid-back lifestyle, you will still find a full range of clothing and accessories as you shop all the major fashion brands and explore the local boutiques.
Climate and Weather on St. Barths
The climate is ideal, with temperatures generally ranging from 76 to 82°F. The sparkling blue waters have an average temperature of 75°F –making it the perfect destination for yacht charters. Like the rest of the region, the year is split into the dry season from December to May and the rainy season from June to November, but most storms blow over quickly, and there is sunshine almost 365 days a year in St. Barths.
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