BVI Yacht Charter Reviews

Easy check in and boat briefing. Provisions were
waiting for us when we arrived for our sleep aboard. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Crew was absolutely incredible and made the experience beyond what we expected

Incredible experience. Seamless

The crew, the itinerary, the activities. All good. This is our 7th trip & it didn’t disappoint

The entire experience was seamless, no issues, communication was great captain Will was amazing..

Boat was immaculate, was ready on time great friendly staff

I was able to sail the boat my self with an experienced Captin on board to help guide me and be there incase anything went wrong. It’s great to gain experience from a pro

We have done about 8-10 charters and have enjoyed them all.

The Moorings is simply the best and this is the world class base in Tortola BVI. You folks took care of everything with practice and purpose as usual.

Candace and Vicki made our trip incredibly memorable. Candace was VERY engaging and always asking us what we needed. She literally made the trip for everyone. I cannot say enough great things about her! Vicki cooked meals for vegan and gluten free with a big smile on her face. She was absolutely delightful and always smiling!

Super friendly staff, ease of checkin- out. Overall experience was fantastic

The overall experience was wonderful. The boat was ready as promised, looked great and the cabin was ship shape. The checkout was just right and I felt the boat was set up just like it should be just as advertised.

From arrival to departure the Moorings facility, staff and overall environment was incredible. The 50′ boat was clean and quite new which we really appreciated. We were paired with an incredible Skipper (Sam Crone) who made the trip for us! Sam’s professionalism, attitude and overall fun personality really made our yacht week he became part of the family and just another one of us having an incredible time in an incredible place.

Very well organized. Communicated well before trip. Add on rentals I’d paddle boards, etc made so easily. Very kind, courteous and helpful staff. Our Moorings skipper Will Stewart made the week go so smoothly and every detail was completed with expert care.

It’s a fantastic vacation

This was our second Moorings Charter. We enjoyed it as much if not more. Our Captain was amazing, he helped us see many new places in BVI, even though we were on a charter during low season.

Staff is knowledgeable, accommodating, helpful, and friendly.

Capt Brian and chef Chargois were amazing. They took every detail into consideration to make our experience the absolute best. Safety and comfort were top priority

Everyone was so attentive and helpful

Everyone is so accommodating at the dock and on the phone. This is our 5th charter in the BVI’s and LOVE it!

The BVI are a special place and to see it from a boat for a week was spectacular! We had a really good experience with the Moorings and the boat we rented, Ohm Sweet Ohm. We did a “bare boat” with just a captain.

First off, the boat. It was spacious, 5 berths and though it was 3 years old, it was in pretty good shape. We did have a few problems during our week. Our first night out, the water maker and water heater went out. The water heater was able to be bypassed the whole week with the water being heated by the engine. The captain was able to limp through the next few days with water maker, with is sporadically working and not working until the water maker completely burned out on day 4. The water maker burning out caused the generator to fail. The generator was repaired on the water in Virgin Gorda, but the water maker could not be. We had to make stops to get our water tanks refilled at some of the docks on the islands. Not a huge deal, but worth mentioning.

Our captain was really great, if a tad inexperienced. He preferred motoring to most places, despite some days with good wind. We really wanted to sail more, but I don’t think he felt terribly comfortable. My wife has sailed since her teens and tried to coax it a bit, but he was pretty set on putting the sails down.

All in all I would use Moorings again, but I would certainly look around at the other charter companies.

We recently went on a five (5) day family trip with Captain Giacomo B (“Captain Jack”). We did a similar trip many years ago and the family has alway wanted to go back.

We were not disappointed. Booking and preparation was easy. The Moorings facilities and services have all been enhanced and make the process simple and convenient.

The boat was outfitted as we requested, including paddle boards and kayaks.

Jack was a great fit for our group. He handled the boat well and was there whenever we needed him to answer questions and provide dinghy transportation to snorkeling spots and shore trips.

We had specific locations and activities planned and Jack was able to facilitate all of our requests. However, when we didn’t have a plan for the day or when our plans could be improved, Jack provided numerous options and recommendations to enhance our experience. That is not an easy task with our group.

All of his suggestions were perfect and made our days more enjoyable.

If you want to enjoy a relaxing, easy trip in the Caribbean, we highly recommend The Moorings and Captain Jack.

First of all, the captain makes the trip. We were lucky enough to have captain kedon. He was fun, friendly and very professional. The boat fit all our needs. My only complaint is that there was not a grill brush to clean the grill and a pizza cutter. Very minimal things. Other than that it was amazing.

If you plan to book a sailing trip in the bvi’s through the Moorings, you must request Captain Levi, Chef Lauren and Drink Specialist Ella. They made our 8 day journey around the islands incredible. They were attentive, exceptional at their jobs and a real pleasure to be around. They also went our of their way to assist each other and us throughout the trip to ensure we had the best time possible. We have had great experiences with the Moorings and other crews in the past, but these three were first rate and worked really well together.

Captain Levi had an incredible grasp of the vessel and navigation, understanding our needs and finding the perfect locations for us. Chef Lauren made exceptional food and ensured that all of our needs (which were not easy, were met) – and her desserts were divine – how someone can cook that well on a boat is beyond us. And Ella’s drinks rivaled the best bar tenders we have encountered through our travels over the years!

If you can secure the three of them, I would highly recommend it!

As a family we grew up sailing in the BVIs and it was always incredible. Sailing with Levi, Ella and Lauren as our crew brought it to another level!
They are very kind, loads of fun and experts at their craft!
The cooking was amazing, anchorages well thought out and beautiful and the attention to detail was memorable.
Can’t wait to go back and spend another week with them!

Giacomo (Jack) was the best captain. He was incredibly professional, patient, and accommodating with a pasty party of 7 from the Midwest USA. Jack struck a perfect balance of deferring to our plans, and when we didn’t have many plans, recommending things to do and see in the BVIs that turned out to be really fun, including hikes and niche snorkel spots. He has an uncanny knack for where to find any particular species of marine life.

If you’re looking for the trip of a lifetime in the Virgin Islands, make sure and book with the moorings and ask for Giacomo to guide your trip.

Mike J – Milwaukee, WI

Cruising the BVI with Captain Jackie and Chef Marlon was absolutely wonderful! We had the most amazing experience and definitely want to go back. The scenery is beautiful and the charter staff was impeccable. We had three couples on our boat. Captain Jackie took us to all the hot spots and was so knowledgeable about the area as well as getting us hooked up with the local hot spots, etc. The meals on our boat were fabulous! I think we all came back a little fluffier. 🙂 I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants the most relaxing beautiful vacation to join this crew! It was awesome.

Beautiful islands and people. We had a few hiccups on the boat and their technicians came out right away and resolved the issue. They were ALWAYS available at any day or time. Exemplary customer service.

What a wonderful trip! Absolutely the BEST vacation ever. Everything we wanted and more. Captain Jackie and Marlon, did a fantastic job. Can’t wait to go back. The Food was amazing, the scenery was amazing!! Perfect weather!! Thank you Moorings for this amazing time and the great friends!!

4 couples on a crewed catamaran in BVI’s. We all had a fantastic time- the incredible hospitality of Captain Anis and chef Tery! They showed us the best spots for views, beaches, snorkeling and a little shore food and entertainment! I wish there were more that 5 stars for our crew and trip. We would go back tomorrow if we could

The trip just 6 days & 5 nights was relaxing and stress free. The Captain, Francesco, was excellent and first mate, Nika, kept us well fed! Each meal she served better than the last!
Our cabin was very tight & very little storage. Enough room for a back pack. One.
Not a good fit for people with mobility issues.
I do give it 5 out of 5 for experience and crew!

The BVI was wonderful the boat for the most part was good. We had some issues such as the bridge radio didn’t work, the thrusters didn’t work and the refrigerator ice machine didn’t work.

This was truly one of the best vacations we have ever had! It was our first experience with the Moorings and we took a one-week crewed charter with our two adult children to the BVIs during Christmas week 2023. Our skipper and chef, Luca and Georgia, were amazing! Everything was top-notch: the itinerary, our activities, the food and beverages, the catamaran. We are foodies, and the quality and creativeness of the food exceeded our expectations. The service was excellent, the team was fun and professional, and the boat was immaculate. There were so many fun water activities and things to do on shore. The BVIs are beautiful and the water is so clear. We snorkeled most days, and Luca and Georgia took us to some amazing spots. They always took the extra step to ensure we were enjoying ourselves and we became fast friends with them. We will definitely be taking another crewed charter with the Moorings!

UPDATE: We went again to the BVIs in March 2025 and this time we had Calvin and Katie. Amazing trip! They were fantastic and made our trip so enjoyable. The food was excellent, and Calvin and Katie did a super job to ensure we had a memorable, special trip. Highly recommend this crew team! What’s so cool is that we’ve maintained contact with both teams from our two trips.

Our crew – Richard aka Captain YumYum and Shelley aka Chief Birdie were outstanding. The food and drinks were wonderful! Each morning with their help we set our itinerary and it was great. Changes always allowed and encouraged. I would ask for them again. Of course the BVI is beautiful

The boat was fantastic!!!!
It was clean and spacious; it is very well designed to maximize space.
The staff was fantastic, both when checking in and checking out. They answered all of our questions and made sure we had everything we needed.

It was a vacation we will always remember. Hope to do it again real soon!!!!!!

Great company and great boat,planning our next trip to Croatia or the Mediterranean. Don’t plan on water maker working.

Have sailed the BVI many times with The Moorings. They are always so professional and friendly. From check in to boat checkout to provisions to check out and handling any issues. The Moorings has always been great to sail with.

This was the first time using Moorings. We picked up a boat in the BVI and crewed ourselves. The boat was excellent and the sevice was fast and efficient at the base before we left. They made evething very easy including sending a pilot out to dock the unweldy vessel at the end of the cruise. The boat was in very good shape and all systems worked adequately. (One couple complained about ordors from their head.)
I highly recomment Moorings. i would definatley use them again.

I’ve bareboated with friends in the BVI for years…this time we chartered with Captain Levi, Chef Lauren and Ella. Wow! The entire experience was delightfully carefree! Delicious meals, new spots to explore, and first-class service allowed us to enjoy more of the beauty that is the BVI. Captain Levi made sure that we wanted for nothing and brought us to new places–a great combo of stunning beaches and snorkeling spots. The crew set us up for fun. No more worrying about details like car rentals on Anegada or the anchor bridle. It was such a treat and so much fun! Thank you again Levi, Lauren and Ella!

This was an amazing first time sailing adventure. We had some great sailing time to all the amazing spots in the BVI.
Our crew on the Kismet did an awesome job. The food & hospitality was the best. Would highly recommend The Moorings & the sailing cat Kismet & crew.