BVI Catamaran Escape: Sail, Swim & Island-Hop This January

Sail the British Virgin Islands

January 5–12\, 2027 | 7 Nights Aboard a 50' Catamaran
Escape winter and explore the beautiful British Virgin Islands the way they were meant to be seen—by sailboat!
Join Captain Joy for a warm, social week of sailing, swimming, snorkeling, island exploring and relaxing aboard a spacious 50-foot catamaran. Come with a friend, partner or on your own. Solo travelers are very welcome, and no sailing experience is required.
January is one of the most popular times to sail the BVI, with warm weather, refreshing trade winds and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the water.

Possible Stops

Our itinerary will depend on weather and conditions, but may include:
⛵ Norman Island and Pirates Bight
🏝️ Cooper Island
🌴 Jost Van Dyke and Little Jost
🐠 Virgin Gorda
🍹 Saba Rock and the Bitter End Yacht Club
🎶 Trellis Bay
We’ll enjoy frequent opportunities to swim, snorkel, paddleboard, visit beaches and explore the islands. Snorkeling equipment and a paddleboard are provided.

Life Aboard

No sailing experience is needed. You are welcome to relax and enjoy the ride, or participate in sailing and learn from the captain if that interests you.
A dedicated cook will prepare breakfast and most lunches and dinners aboard, so you can spend more time swimming, exploring and enjoying the islands. We will also dine at waterfront and beachside restaurants along the way. Guests are simply expected to help keep shared spaces comfortable and tidy.
Guests must be comfortable getting in and out of a rubber dinghy.

Pricing

Shared double cabin: $3,850 per person
Small private cabin: $4,650 — limited availability
Full double cabin for one person: $6,500

Included

Professional captain
Seven nights aboard the catamaran
Breakfasts and most lunches or dinners, depending on our stops
Welcome cocktail party
Paddleboard and snorkeling equipment
Bed linens and towels
Safety and navigational equipment
Galley equipment and basic paper products
End-of-charter cleaning
Dock, port and cruising fees
BVI boat taxes
Vessel insurance and damage-waiver insurance
Boat kitty for ice, mooring balls and routine shared boat expenses

Not Included

Airfare
Hotels before or after the charter
Restaurant meals
Alcohol and specialty foods
Personal excursions
Personal travel insurance, which is strongly recommended
Fly into St. Thomas, USVI (STT) and take the ferry to Road Town, or fly directly into Beef Island, Tortola (EIS).
Signing up on Meetup does not reserve a cabin. A completed registration form and deposit are required.
Message Captain Joy through Meetup or text 203-530-5037 for questions and registration information.