The British Virgin Islands provide some of the most beautiful, relaxing and engaging experiences both inland and at sea for tourists and local residents. The main islands that make up the territory include Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, Anegada, and Tortola Islands. Travel to and around stunning islands such as Tortola is usually done by standard boat or yacht, similar to the way native residents like the Arawak and Carib Indians traveled between the islands years ago.

Charter Yacht Excursions on Tortola Island

Many companies offer charter yacht excursions that visitors to Tortola Island can take advantage of, giving themselves the opportunity to explore the island, including its deep waterways, up close. As part of the cruises, bareboat and charter boat trips led by an experienced captain depart regularly from one of the island’s ports. The ships available for travelers and tourists to choose from vary in size, features, and accommodations. Each of the boats or yachts can comfortably accommodate several people. Boats and yachts include the Island Spirit 37, Lagoon 410, Norseman 430 Lorimar, Norseman 430 Whiskers, Leopard 43, Catana 47 and the spacious Lagoon 38.

Designed with both covered and open spaces, yachts like the Lagoon 38 are typically equipped with a central dining area spacious enough for four people to sit down and enjoy a meal. Two other smaller dining rooms, equipped with table and chairs, are also usually found on board yachts. A shower, a sleeping area with beds for two, and a kitchen area with a stove and sink and storage cabinets also come with yachts like the Lagoon 38. Although guests can cook their own meals, they have the option of booking a culinary artist. professional to prepare your meals on board a boat in the area while you spend a day and/or night at sea.

Tortola Yachts Visiting Area Attractions

By renting or leasing yachts like the Lagoon 38, travelers can enjoy exploring and learning more about area attractions, some of which may include Mount Healthy National Park, Smuggler’s Cove, Boiling House, Sage Mountain National Park, and Sky World. . Also, a popular spot on Tortola that Barecat yachts often stop at includes the Manual Reef Marina, the location of the island’s Riteway food markets and several restaurants. If travelers wish, they can also design personalized tours that they want to take while renting a yacht for a few days, a week or more.

Upon request, other services that come with charter cruises are escorted van rides to local land attractions like shopping malls and restaurants like “Bomba Shack.” Ship cell phones and scuba gear are also available upon request. Seasonal prices for chartering a yacht can range from $3,000 to $5,000, with higher prices generally being offered during the winter months. Charter cruises aboard yachts in the area can last from 8 to 14 days.

As with other Tortola cruise companies, Barecat is a family-owned and operated business. The husband and wife team of owners of Barecat have over 30 years of experience in tourism. They have worked in the yacht tourism industry since 1993. By booking tours in advance, visitors to Tortola can schedule longer stays on the island, perhaps even combining cruises with overnight hotel stays. Guests are encouraged to compare prices on items such as airport transportation, which is offered by some charter companies, and entrance fees to national parks.