Customer Reviews

Easy booking process. Creative option for “by the cabin.” Competency and professionalism of the captain and chef. Cleanliness and condition of the boat.

Our crew was amazing – fantastic food and service. Every destination in the BVI is lovely and we had an exceptional experience on the Jolly Mon. Logistics on and off were easy.

High quality boats, great service and great value. The Moorings has always stood behind every charter.

Over all the crew in Tahiti were very friendly and helpful. We plan to go back next year.

Excellent overall experience compared to other charter companies previously used.

Many years of positive experience.

Excellent customer service. Boat support system is unrivaled

We have booked charters with the Moorings many (22) times.

First class operation. Everyone was accommodating and friendly. This was our second charter from the Moorings. They make it easy.

Excellent support, well maintained yacht, lovely marina and associated facilities.

Great customer service, awesome boats and wonderful experience!

Everything about the charter was well done. The boat was well cared for, and actually exceeded our expectations. The staff at the marina was helpful.

The folks in Belize were phenomenal… friendly, cooperative, and generally pleasant to work with. They went out of their way to accommodate all our requests.

Friendly staff from initial calls to emails to arrival, quality boats excellent islands for those of us that only sail every few years

We were over joyed with our Captain and chef! Both were so professional, attentive, respectful, friendly and very polite! We had a marvelous vacation thanks to our crew! Customer service was excellent as well.

The mornings made it easy to sail. They were responsive to any needs we had.

Everything is well handled and easily managed. Staff is great, boat was great. Captain Robert was exceptional.

We had the family holiday of a lifetime! Everything was perfect and then some! Our boat was beautiful and our captain Pete and first mate/chef Allie were absolutely fabulous!

Captain Andy and Chef Linzi did a outstanding job and exceeded all of our expectations!

The entire team was professional and very friendly. this was my third year chartering a catamaran and by far the best. Thanks to Garrett and his team for making it a great experience.

Wow! What an incredible experience — Captain Rudy truly made our trip unforgettable. He was so knowledgeable, made us feel completely safe, and even prepared the best ceviche we’ve ever had! Thank you, Captain Rudy, for sharing the beauty of Belize with us and making this such a memorable adventure! Hope to be back soon.

My husband and I went to the BVI’s for the first time with 5 other people and bare-boated for 10 days. The Moorings Marina facilities were clean; staff friendly and helpful. We were assigned The White Pearl — a pretty 45′ sail cat, ready on time, spotlessly clean and spacious — elicited excited WOW’s”! Check-in and provisioning went smoothly. The Riteway grocery store was a short walk away to pick up fresh fruit, veggies, bread, cheese and wine (note: buy an extra roll of paper towel for ‘clean ups’). The briefing person noticed the helm wheel was a bit stiff and oiled it up before we departed. Microwave needs to be secured — went flying off the shelf when we were sailing. Water-maker didn’t work (we managed by rationing fresh water), however, the generator, engines, rigging, sails, dinghy and nav gear all in functioning order. Could have used a few more than two tea towels in the kitchen and two personal towels each for a 10-day tour. Overall, would recommend – a magical experience, a few bruises and big grins!

What an amazing trip! We chartered the Knotty Toddy with Richard and Shelley as crew. The sail was spectacular. The boat was spotless and the greeting from the crew was warm and welcoming. I would give Shelley a Michelin star for the quality of the food she prepared. Off the charts. Captain Richard knows the BVI’s like the back of his hand so we always moored in the perfect spots and saw the best sunsets. I highly recommend sailing with The Moorings and especially with Richard and Shelley as crew.

This was the best adventure ever! The Moorings exceeded our expectations for a 60th birthday celebration. Captain Ron was the greatest! Many memories were made from the destinations, beautiful scenery,
great weather, and accommodations. I highly recommend The Moorings Yachts for your next trip!

I celebrated my Big 60 and had the experience of a lifetime. I can’t thank my trip advisor Michaela for her patience and full support. The Moorings out did themselves. We had the best Captain in all of Abaco. Captain Ron. Best experience ever. Will he back

We took the 6 day crewed charter with Andy and Linzi with 3 couples all celebrating our 60th birthdays. It was simply amazing. The itinerary was perfectly planned out but with a lot of flexibility depending on our wishes. Andy knew when we should arrive at certain places to avoid large crowds. Andy’s main focus was our safety but it was blended with exceptional and friendly service. The real star of the show other than the amazing scenery was Linzi’s delicious food – 3 meals per day plus 5pm “Nibbles” (hint – bring loose clothing). Overall, this trip exceeded expectations and something we would definitely do again.

It was an absolute epic trip for the eight of us!!!
Thank you Captain Ron and staff of Moorings. The Abacos is truly beautiful.

We had a blast! 3 couples on a 50′ Sail Cat for 5 days in the lovely BVIs. Moorings did an outstanding job. Check-in and registration was quick and easy. Our boat was clean, in good working order and well equipped. We had a water heater start leaking on the trip and the Mooring chase crew was right there to fix it. We did our charter with a skipper and Captain Laura was amazing. Our previsions were spot on. We will do this again.

I chartered a boat with crew for my 50th birthday celebration and it exceeded expectations. We had a BLAST. The captain had a great balance of being present and involved but also giving us our space. The food was spectacular. Fresh, delicious, different every meal. And the chef really paid attention to our preferences and all our allergies and restrictions, which was not easy I’m sure. Every meal was a celebration with gorgeous table decor and fantastic service. We honestly rarely left the boat b/c we were having so much fun. Everyone on the trip was already talking about doing this again b/c it was the best vacation we had ever taken together. HIGHLY recommend!

We had a wonderful trip with friends in the BVI. Captain Richard was knowledgeable, helpful and meticulous. We had unusually high winds that week but he was able to adjust his sailing and moorings accordingly. He also prepared wonderful signature drinks to go along with our appetizers. Chef Shelly ( aka Birdie) worked tirelessly in the kitchen to prepare amazing meals and presented them beautifully. She also never missed a mooring ball and knew her way around the boat too.
I wouldn’t hesitate recommending this charter and crew for your BVI adventures.

It was a great experience. Our first time in Bahamas and first time having a captain. The area was great and the boat and facilities were top notch. Our Captain Gio was amazing. Was able to accomplish everything we wanted: sailing, snorkeling, wildlife and local culture. Highly recommend.

We were 4 couples (friends) on a 7 night trip in the BVI on a crewed 5000. Our first experience of such and it surpassed our expectations. The Moorings have this down to a science. Organization was great. In particular, the crew was outstanding. Anis, the captain is a highly experienced and capable sailor & we felt very safe in his hands! Tery, the cook prepared gormet meals and handled all set up & clean up..The meals may have been the best part of the trip! I highly recommend the Moorings & that crew (Anis & Tery)

Four couples went on a bareboat Moorings power catamaran around the Abacos Islands and we had a wonderful time. The scenery is beautiful. The locals are extremely nice and patient! The base with Travis and Chelsea were awesomme and helpful! My wife left a dress onboard and Travis mailed it back to us. What great service!! Thanks!

We had the most incredible adventure on Seas The Day with Captain Andy and Chef Linzi! Andy’s knowledge of sailing and the BVI was very impressive and much appreciated and Linzi’s meals stand up against any gourmet restaurant you might enjoy. Our days were carefully planned and executed by our crew, and we never lifted a finger. Some days were filled with adventure, and some included our favorite book and an afternoon nap. As this was our first charter experience in BVI, we did not know what to expect. I can say that our expectations were definitely exceeded, and our crew was a big reason for that! Highly recommended trip and crew!

My first Catamaran Charter and I was blown away! Chef Linzi knocked it out of the park with her fabulous meals. Every meal had a beautiful presentation, and it was so good. We looked forward to our nibbles at 5pm, along with Captain Andy’s drink of the day. The seas were a bit “sporty” but I felt completely safe knowing Captain Andy was at the helm. Loved our morning briefings and chart lessons. The boat was so clean and very well stocked. Would highly recommend this dynamic duo. They really made the trip for us. We had lots of laughs and they played along with us. Can’t wait for the next trip, wouldn’t sail BVI without them!

We had the best Captain who was on top of scheduling everything for us. He kept the fun going all week and he made sure that we did not miss any hot spots. The British Virgin Islands are beautiful! We enjoyed great snorkeling, beaches, and picturesque open-air restaurants. We had 4 couples and rented The Moorings 50’ catamaran. The boat had four areas to hang out and enjoy the views. The beds were comfortable and there was more than ample storage in every room, including under the deck storage for luggage, carry-on bags, etc. We cooked some meals on board. The kitchen has everything you need and the large grill was perfect for the 8 of us. I highly recommend booking with The Moorings.

8 April 2025,
We recently returned from our charter with the Moorings in Belize.
It was our 4th time Bareboating and the 1st time in Belize. It was also our first time with a Catamaran. The boat was a Robertson and Caine 4300-3 and there were 5 of us. It was very clean and well maintained. The bilges and engines were spotless. Everything worked as it should right down to the watermaker. It was a fun to sail and a real treat to be aboard.
The Moorings Base in Placencia was very professional, We interacted with Mateo, Diago and Kevin. We received a good chart briefing and boat orientation at check in and check out at the end was complete and efficient.
We were out for 10 days and anchored at a different caye each night. Anchorages were never crowded. Belize is a wonderful place to sail, snorkel, learn about the history, and be with very friendly people every where we went.
We would highly recommend both Moorings in Placencia, and Belize for anyone looking for a unique sailing vacation.
Steve Spencer
Montana

This was our first time renting a catamaran and first time visiting the BVI’s.
After months of planning, we had a fantastic time…here’s why:
-The Moorings Marina facilities are clean, safe, and the staff were friendly,
-The boat we rented was ready when we got there, clean, and in good mechanical order,
-Our captain is what made the whole trip special…Capt. Kevin (Jamba)

Jamba was one step ahead of us the whole trip. He sat with us the first day, went over all the safety stuff, discussed possible itineraries, and with his suggestions, we explored the BVI’s knowing we were in good hands.

Jamba is an excellent sailor and always kept us comfortable and safe. His knowledge of the islands brought us to places we hadn’t heard about before.

Over the course of the week, Jamba took care of all our reservations, mooring balls, and ensured we had a great time. It was also great getting to know him.

We’ll be back someday and hope to have Jamba as our captain again.

Great adventure with good friends made possible by a first-class Moorings operation. For starters our captain (Kevin aka Jamba) was amazing. He made sure we had a great time, were safe and was one step ahead of us the entire trip making every day’s activities go without a hitch. The 50′ boat (with A/C) was very comfortable and met all of our needs. We did have an issue with the freshwater generation system, but the captain helped us manage this well. We highly recommend getting a captain even if you are an experience boater. He took all the stress out of day-to-day planning and execution. Recommend not over ordering certain provisions as refrigeration/special-offers/freezer space (although decent volume) is ultimately limited. Overall, I would recommend this adventure to others as it was highly enjoyable and reasonably priced.

Of course the area and views were amazing. The boat was clean and ran perfect. We were not familiar with the area so we had a captain provided(Foody). He really was the best at getting us to the areas we should visit and the winds were beyond normal so he was great at navigating that safely and no damage to the boat for us.