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Ways to sail in Antigua with The Moorings

At The Moorings, we pride ourselves on offering bespoke yacht charters where you have the freedom to choose every detail of your vacation. From the type of charter to the kind of yacht you set sail on and the itinerary you follow, it’s all up to you!

Fancy a challenge? Say hello to adventure with a thrilling bareboat charter, where you get to be in control of your route and experience the freedom of free sailing. 

Want more free time to relax and explore with your family and friends? Add a skipper to your vacation who can take the helm, when you’d rather sit on deck with a cocktail and spend more time relaxing on board.

Charter Types Available in Antigua

Moorings 5200

Sail Fleet

A bareboat sailing charter allows the opportunity to charter a yacht yourself whilst delivering a private yacht experience on the water.

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We are driven to deliver amazing sailing experiences for you and your crew at the best possible price.

Award-Winning Excellence

The Moorings is honored to receive recognition for its fleet and vacation planning services. Awards include TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice Awards 2025, 2024 and 2023, and The British Yachting Awards 2023.


Antigua Yacht Charter FAQs

How much does it cost to charter a yacht in Antigua?

The cost of chartering a yacht in Antigua ranges from a starting price of $2,974-$15,999*, based on a 7 day charter for 2 people. Your Antigua charter price will differ, depending on a number of factors, such as duration, time of year, number of passengers, itinerary, yacht type and charter type.

Season and charter type are two of the most impactful factors when calculating the cost of your Antigua yacht charter. The following costs are based on a 7 day Antigua charter for 2 people:

Charter TypeStarting Price: Low SeasonStarting Price: High Season
Antigua Bareboat Charter$2,974$15,999
Adding a Skipper to a Bareboat Charter$240 per night$240 per night

*Please note that all pricing is subject to change and is based on information available at the time of publication. This was last updated in April 2026. To work out the full cost of your vacation in Antigua, build a bespoke quote today or speak with an expert Vacation Planner.

What are the mooring fees in Antigua?

Mooring fees in Antigua typically range from around $15-$50*, depending on where you moor up, the size of your yacht and how long you stay. For example, mooring balls (available in Falmouth Harbour and Jolly Harbour) cost around $25-$30 per night, and dockage fees range from between $17-$34 for a 34 ft yacht, to $25-$50 for a 50ft yacht.

*Please note that all pricing is subject to change and is based on information available at the time of publication. This was last updated in April 2026.

What additional costs do I need to factor in for a yacht charter in Antigua?

Additional costs you will need to consider when planning a yacht charter in Antigua include: Flights (around $500-$800 pp for a round-trip), taxi transfers (around $48 for 2 people), fuel (a full tank is included for all sailing charters), mooring fees (approx. $15-$50), provisioning* (around $50-$75 pp, per day), Yacht Damage Waiver ($80-$170 per day), optional charter extras, and gratuity.

For 2 people on a 7 day yacht charter in Antigua, additional costs can start from around $1,600*. As a general rule, an additional 25-50% of your initial Antigua charter price should be factored into your overall budget to account for living and operational costs.

*Please note that online provisioning services are unavailable in Antigua.

**Please note that all pricing is subject to change and is based on information available at the time of publication. This was last updated in April 2026. To learn more, take a look at our Antigua Useful Information Page.

What is the best route to sail Antigua?

If you follow one of our carefully crafted Antigua sailing itineraries, you will experience the very best of life in Antigua. Starting at Nelson’s Dockyard, you will set sail and uncover the beauty of Falmouth Harbour and Jolly Harbour, before soaking up the sun on Green Island and Dickenson Bay.

Whether you follow our Antigua itinerary or plan your own route, you can rest in the knowledge that sailing in Antigua is an incredible experience, no matter which route you take. Top tip: If you hire a skipper for all or part of your Antigua yacht charter, they will be happy to offer their expertise and local knowledge on where to go and what to do.

When is the best time to sail in Antigua?

To make the most of your Antigua yacht charter and to experience the island in all its glory, it’s important to understand when the best time to set sail in the Caribbean is. The sailing season in Antigua runs from November-April, and the wet season begins in June and ends in November.

It is worth noting that our Antigua sailing base is open between November-June which makes it ideal if you’re planning a Winter getaway or a New Year treat.

How easy is it to island hop in Antigua?

Antigua and Barbuda is a unique country, in that it comprises two main islands and several smaller islands. While you can center your itinerary around Antigua, some guests may choose to also set sail across to Barbuda. Whether you’re sailing on one of our state-of-the-art sailing catamarans or a classic monohull, navigating the waters around Antigua couldn’t be easier.

How many days in Antigua is enough?

Much like all our Caribbean charters, and destinations in the Mediterranean, Americas and Exotics, you have the freedom to choose how long you set sail. However, we think a week is the perfect amount of time to experience the magic of Antigua and uncover its hidden gems.

For seven days, enjoy unlimited freedom on the water aboard a spacious catamaran or classic monohull and experience Antigua without rushing. Whether you plot your own course or follow our suggested itinerary below, there’s no better way to experience this premier travel destination.

Will you spend your days hiking around luscious Green Bird Island, try windsurfing for the first time at Dickenson Bay, or soak up Antigua’s rich naval history at English Harbour?

What are the best things to do in Antigua?
  • Sunbathe and relax on the golden sands of the best beaches in Antigua, from Green Island Beach to Darkwood Beach.
  • Head to Stingray City where you will be able to pet and feed Southern Stingrays in their natural environment, and snorkel in stunning coral reefs with colorful fish and marine life.
  • Visit Devil’s Bridge, a natural arch carved by the sea from soft and hard limestone ledges of the Antigua formation, a geological division of the flat north-eastern point of Antigua.
  • Take in the breathtaking, panoramic views from Shirley Heights Lookout.
  • Unleash your inner adventurer and embark on the Antigua Zipline Canopy Adventure from St John’s, a 2.5 hour excursion through rainforests along 10 ziplines.
  • Spend your days uncovering the underwater treasures of Antigua. From scuba diving at Dickenson Bay to snorkeling at Long Bay Beach, we know you’ll create memories to last a lifetime. If you love spending time in the water, take a look at our water sports options.*

*Note: If you plan on going scuba diving or snorkeling in Antigua:

  • A tank and weight belt for one person costs approximately USD 10 per day. 
  • A full set of diving equipment costs approx. USD 20-30 per person per day. 
  • The Moorings will provide snorkeling flippers but at this time will not be providing snorkels or snorkeling masks, please plan to bring your own.

What Our Guests Say About Sailing in Antigua

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Earlandsookie Antigua

First time to ANTIGUA. What a lovely Island. Full of history and the people are wonderful. Super friendly and since we were after the peak season it wasn’t very crowded. We stayed for about 1 week aboard a 42 catamaran. Since most anchorages are sand you simply drop anchor, so no paying for mooring balls. We ate a few places and the staff at Carlise Bay were thee best. Delicious food and beautiful property. Mooring has all the options you need to have a great sail. You should be a bit more experienced as they claim, it’s a level 3 area. Some big seas on the windward side, east and southeast. Most places do not have a dingy dock so tides and wind might play havoc with your dingy. Felt super safe, and the wildlife, turtles, birds, fish for snorkeling all around the Island was lovely. Great place to tour coastlines off the dingy.

jwebstera Antigua

Briteny and her team made our family vacation incredible. Great customer service for anything we needed. Would charter with them again for sure

nicholasbO9969YU Antigua

Great welcome on arrival and the talk through by Jerome (boat) and Sadiq (Nav) were very informative. Jerome quickly sorted out the issues we found with the 50’ Cat we were chartering, ably supported by Brittany in the office. Ours was a one way charter up to St Martin over 10 days. The only issue that couldn’t be resolved was that our booking stipulated Wi-Fi on board, as one of our party had to do some work, but this was not provided nor could a way be found to provide it which was disappointing (not the fault of the shore crew). The trip went smoothly without issue to St Martin where Pascal saw us smoothly through the final handover. All in all a great trip

S1676FNphilipt Antigua

We chartered a 46′ monohull for 10 days. It was the early part of the season and the boat had a few little issues, but the Moorings team addressed everything we highlighted and made sure we were in good shape before we set off. We came back to base partway through the trip and were welcomed back and set up with power and water. Brittney and her team are all fantastic; very polite, helpful and full of great advice about places to visit.
We would definitely charter from The Moorings again!

Goodbklyn Antigua

This was our tenth charter with The Moorings—and the fifth in the Caribbean. We’ve come to rely on the professionalism and consistency of The Moorings brand, and Antigua rose to the occasion. Beyond that, the base manager Brittany helped us through a medical emergency with wisdom and grace. We’ve written a letter with more detail to the headquarters, but I wanted to highlight here as well.

We are forever grateful — looking forward to many more adventures to come!

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