BVI Yacht Charter Reviews

We had a great time with Captain Jackie and Chef Marlyn. They made sure we were comfortable in every way. Captain Jackie took us to some great places and Marlyn kept us full. We are ready to go back with them next year!

My party and I had an amazing week. It was everything we had hoped for and more!

Beautiful clean boat. Crew was incredible and professional.

From the planning to the end, every one was so helpful!

Simply the best. We had a group of folks with us who’d never sailed with Moorings before and they loved it. I think it was mainly because of Anis & Tery (our Captain & Chef)–they were phenominal.

Our captain, Ahmad, was amazing! Super cool, chill and asked what we wanted to do! Not only did he deliver, but he went above and beyond!! Our catamaran was absolutely perfect for the two of us!! The staff at The Moorings were very helpful and friendly! Having provisions delivered to the boat made it super easy!! We would love to do it again!! Highly recommend!

Friendly and helpful people all the way through the experience

Boat was perfect and clean and spacious
From checking out to checking in everyone was so pleasant

9th charter with you and your staff keeps getting better and better. Can’t wait to book again

Andy and Linzi made the trip! The views and area are stunning, but the two of them were outstanding!

The entire staff in Tortola are professional, accommodative, and friendly

Overall, it was a great experience from the moment we booked the trip. The Moorings was very helpful with guiding us throught the process from start to finish.

WE have sailed with the Mooring over 18 times- and have always found the service exceptional.

David and Dawn were amazing. The boat was very clean and functional. My husband liked having wifi. The places we visited were beautiful.

Our captain was phenomenal and made all the difference.

This was my third charter with The Moorings and, as always, I want to highlight the attentive service, willingness, and ability to resolve every situation promptly. A special recognition goes to Janel for her dedication and constant support.

The entire experience surpassed my expectations.

Very well kept boats and facilities. Staff is courteous and professional.

Excellent customer service and Excellent facilities

Moorings delivered as advertised. Great experience! Our skipper Marlon knocked it out of the park. He was not only an experienced captain but became part of our family. My grandkids loved him and he was great with them. His network of friends in the BVI made our vacation more memorable and spontaneous the we could have planned. We’re there in the off season and because of Marlon’s connections we had five star lobster dinner at sunset on the beach in Anagoda. We were the only family on the beach and had exceptional personalized service. I can’t say enough good about Captain Marlon.

In July 2026 we chartered with Moorings-SunSail in the BVI and it was great. If you are planning to charter there – ask for Max – he is fantastic. We were happy with our boat and Lindsey ( onsite Director) went out of her way to quickly address a small issue with our grill the day of departure within minutes. We highly recommend requesting Captain Max ( we called him Magic Max) as your Captain. he is an exceptional sailor – knowledgeable, calm, attentive and focused on delivering the experience his guests are seeking. Each day he laid out a clear plan with thoughtful options. he was always prepared and on point. His technical expertise was outstanding – he could fix anything that happened mechanically on the boat as he had worked 2 years in a shipyard – he could troubleshoot and fix issues himself without having to reply upon headquarters. Max always knew where to take us – be it a quiet secluded area with a beach all to our own or a fun lively location for happy hour and dinner. Max also helped out son reconnect with his latent sailing skills. He was patient, encouraging and enthusiastic to instruct – and that really made the trip extra-special for our family. Again – if you are looking for the BEST captain – ask for Max – he truly made our trip exceptional.

Chartered a 42 Catamaran out of the La Paz Mooring Base. The trip was seamless and amazing. The area is a environmental gem. The waters are pristine and there are many cove to anchor. The Moorings Base Staff was top notch. They could not have been more helpful and were available 24/7 to answer all of our questions. A shout to Daniel (in technical support) who who always responded to our texts within minutes. I would highly recommend chartering out of the Mooring La Paz Base. R Enea

We sailed with George and Ella for six days with our family of six— four teenagers and two adults. The catamaran was great, George and Ella were both wonderful, and the trip was amazing. We knew our kids would love it, but we were a little nervous about working with a crew because they’re active kids and four teenagers can be a lot! Instead, it was the easiest thing we have done in a long time. George and Ella had everything ready for us, every meal was the kids next favorite meal, every stop was the next favorite stop, it was just one great spectacular moment of blissful ease after another. As a parent, that is the ultimate luxury! They made all of our reservations for us and made some great recommendations for stops. Our kids loved the whole experience top to bottom and we did as well. Pure magic. The level of care they offered for each meal was so impressive- Ella had the kids excited for each meal, it was very sweet. They were also very helpful and informative with snorkeling and water sports. The hospitality was unending.

Incredible week! Andy and Linzi made the trip extremely enjoyable. We spent 7 days on McLovin Life and every day was awesome. Andy clearly has extensive boating/sailing experience and was able to ensure a safe week while maintaining a relaxed environment. He took time with us daily to discuss the next day’s plan and also shared his significant knowledge of the region and provided some fun education regarding navigation. Through info gathered from us on our pre trip zoom meeting, Andy was able to plan a week’s location agenda that fit perfectly with what we were looking for. Linzi is a gem. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily were amazing meals. Linzi is one of the most organized people you will meet and everything ran like clockwork, and the meals were varied, ample, and delicious. Everything was fresh and abundant and clearly thoroughly thought out in advance…and 5:30 “nibbles” was a daily treat we all looked forward to. The boat was incredibly well stocked and we wanted for nothing. If you are thinking about spending a week on a boat in the caribbean, I highly suggest you book with Andy and Linzi for the most enjoyable memorable experience.

Captain Joao (JP) provided an amazing experience sharing his passion for sailing and local knowledge. His guidance elevated our trip and made things stress free! Thank you JP 🫡

There were several errors made by the Moorings Base from poor customer service, our boat not being ready on time, our captain being scheduled to be with us for only 6 days instead of 7 and missing provisions from the Moorings Market. What made our trip amazing was our captain Shem Samuel. He set a 7 day itinerary for us that could not be matched. He took us to beaches that had very few people, we went to snorkeling spots that were not crowded, made dinner reservations for us at restaurants of where we wanted to eat and even took us to a couple of his secret spots that were incredible. Shem would ask us each evening on what we would like to do the next day. With his knowledge and experience he would give us his input and then put together an incredible day for us. Can’t thank Captain Shem enough for an amazing week.

We were fortunate enough to spend six amazing days sailing through the BVI on the catamaran McLovin, and it was truly a trip of a lifetime!
Captain Andy and Linzi were incredible from start to finish. The boat was beautiful and had plenty of room for all seven of us. Linzi’s food was absolutely amazing—every meal was different and somehow better than the one before!
The scenery was breathtaking, and we loved that Captain Andy took us off the beaten path to places we never would have discovered on our own. He was so knowledgeable and made the entire trip easy and enjoyable.
He was also completely right when he told us not to pack much—we lived in swimsuits and cover-ups the entire time!
We loved every minute of this trip and cannot recommend Captain Andy, Linzi, and McLovin enough!

We had a wonderful time exploring BVI on a 50 ft. Moorings catamaran. Captain Steph and her partner Julia were wonderful! Steph was very skilled at taking us everywhere we wanted to go and Julia made us the most delicious meals! We ate off the boat for dinner once and were actually sorry we did! No restaurant could touch her creations!! The boat was well equipped with toys (paddle board, kayak, swim mat, etc. ) and the bedrooms were actually a lot more spacious with more storage than we expected! great trip with the family! Highly recommend!!

A once in a lifetime trip was experienced by our group on a 7 day voyage with Captain George and chef Silvina. Our expectations were exceeded every day with wonderful meals and amazing sights. Our crew attended to our every need and remembered little details about what we liked or didn’t care for. If you are looking for total relaxation and you love the sea, this is a trip for you.

We had a great time. Some mechanical issues on board. Taken care by my crew.

Sailing the BVI’s is always nice, but getting really expensive and crowded.

Week on WakaWaka w/Captain JP . Had a great time ! JP was a great captain . Not only handle the boat with smoothness and ease but guided us throughout the trip with his knowledge of the islands and where to be at the right time . The boat was both comfortable and well kept . Highly recommend a week with Moorings and Captain JP

We had a very positive experience with Moorings in the BVI. We attended the Moorings/BoatUS floatilla for 7 days. We chartered a 463 power cat, and handled it ourselves, just two of us. We had provisions delivered, but the Mooring Base camp has a great store on site. We spent a night in the hotel the day before. ALL staff were fantastic, and the locals were very friendly. The BVI was fantastic. Our boat, lime n coconut was really nice and had zero problems. Granted, you are chartering, if you have a problem, try to solve it yourself first. For example, I had to purge the water maker, then it worked great.

We chartered a 50’ catamaran with the Moorings out of Tortola. It was an amazing adventure with snorkeling every day. The captain and first mate(chef) handled the boat and all the details based on our requests. The sailing was carefree and the captain mastered the waves beautifully. I would highly recommend the Moorings and Flavio and Giovanna.

Our skipper, Chester LeRoux was the best part of our sailing experience. He was always working to make the week the best it could be, and he did. The ship had some technical malfunctions, but they were corrected promptly. We sailed for six days.

If you receive confirmation that Captain Andy and Chef Linzi are your crew aboard McLovin Life, stop reading and start celebrating — you’ve already won.

Our group of 8 adults just completed a week-long charter through the BVI and it exceeded every expectation. Andy is simply one of the best in the business. He navigated us through Cooper Island, The Baths at Virgin Gorda, North Sound, Anegada, Jost Van Dyke, and Norman Island — hitting every iconic stop — while making it feel effortless and completely tailored to our group. He knows everyone in the BVI. Dock hands, beach bar owners, taxi drivers — Andy’s network opened doors (and moorings) that a lesser captain simply couldn’t.
But let’s talk about Linzi. Her cooking is flat-out remarkable given that she’s working in a boat galley. From a Caribbean chicken lunch on Day 1 to a curry dinner on the final night, every meal was fresh, creative, and genuinely impressive. And the nibbles — don’t overlook the nibbles. Each evening around sunset, Linzi would appear with something thoughtful and delicious, paired perfectly with whatever Andy had mixed up. It became the nightly ritual our whole group looked forward to.
What sets Andy and Linzi apart from other crews isn’t just the sailing or the food — it’s that they read a group. They know when to hang around and share a laugh and when to give you space to soak it all in. That instinct is rare and it makes all the difference on a week-long boat with 8 people.

Excellent organization and leasing agent for our group. Would highly recommend as the staff was very accommodating and the boat was in excellent condition. Best way yet to get up close and personal to the BVI.

10/10 experience. We hit all of the popular spots and some hidden areas all by Captain Andy’s planning. Chef Lindzi’s cooking 4x a day was also amazing, it was liking sitting down at a nice restaurant every day for food. 10/10 and hope to do it again!

We recently spent an incredible week on Mclovin life with Captain Andy & Chef Linzi. I cannot say enough fabulous things about the both of them. Captain Andy is incredibly well educated and made all of us feel safe during the sails! Chef Linzi made the BEST meals I have ever had. Captain made sure we were all taken care of and had nothing to think about other than relaxing. I would 100% recommend booking a trip with these two specifically!!

Captain Andy and Chef Linzi were amazing. We stayed on a 7-day sailing charter, and the entire trip went smoothly. Linzi’s cooking made it feel like we were enjoying five-star meals three times a day for seven days straight. Every meal was unbelievably delicious, and it amazed us how well-prepared each dish was and how effortlessly she was able to serve eight plates at a time. Captain Andy was an excellent sailor and always made sure we had the best mooring balls closest to shore, making our trips onto land much easier. He also provided so many great recommendations, and every destination we visited was thoughtfully planned and carefully selected. Overall, our experience was an 11/10. Andy and Linzi exceeded all of our expectations and made our sailing trip truly unforgettable!