How Much Does a BVI Charter Cost? | Aquanimity Catamaran Charter
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How Much Does a BVI Charter Actually Cost?

We'll give you the honest number — and show you exactly what's inside it. ACH carries no processing fee; card payments carry 4%. Clear rates based on your guest count, with the inclusions and the additional costs both shown up front.

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A crewed BVI catamaran charter on Aquanimity starts at $22,000 for 7 nights — all-inclusive, with rates based on guest count. That covers every meal aboard, the standard ship's bar, every water toy, all the fuel, and the mooring fees. Crew gratuity, premium wines and spirits, dining ashore and optional third-party experiences are additional.

The Numbers

What You'll Pay

We price by the week and the boat — not per person. The more people you bring, the better value it becomes.

7-Night Charter · 2–3 Guests
$22,000

All-inclusive base rate. Meals, standard ship's bar, water sports, fuel, moorings, snorkel gear, paddleboards, kayaks, and crew all included.

4 guests $22,700 · 5 guests $23,500 · 6 guests $24,500. Holiday weeks are higher; contact us for custom durations.

Crew Gratuity · Guest Discretion
15–20%

Customary in the charter industry. Your captain and our chef give everything — guests who love their experience typically show it. Never required, always appreciated.

$3,300–$4,400 on a $22K charter is typical

Additional Nights
Available

Extra nights can be arranged based on availability and are priced accordingly. A 10-night Grand BVI Loop is also available — ask us for details.

Pricing varies — contact captain directly

Rendezvous Experiences
Optional

Scuba diving, eFoiling, yoga, massages, and live music can be arranged through third-party operators at select BVI stops. These are billed by the operator and are not part of the charter fee.

Priced by operator — we coordinate everything

Zero Surprises

What the Charter Fee Covers

Here's what sits inside the rate, and what sits outside it.

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All Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks every day. Our chef cooks to your preferences and dietary needs — rated the highlight of the charter by nearly every guest.
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Standard Ship's Bar
Beer, wine, spirits, mixers, soft drinks, water, coffee. Stocked before departure based on your preferences.
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All Water Sports
SUPs, kayaks, snorkel gear, subwing, sea scooters, and tubes for towing behind the dinghy. All maintained and ready to use.
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Fuel & Moorings
All fuel for sailing and motoring. All mooring ball fees throughout the BVI.
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Professional Crew
Your captain handles everything on the water. Our chef handles everything in the galley. You handle nothing except enjoying yourself.
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3 Private Ensuite Cabins
Three private guest cabins each with their own bathroom — shower, sink, and electric head. Beach towels also provided.
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Starlink Internet
Email and social media connectivity throughout. Not for streaming — but you'll be too busy looking at the actual ocean to miss it.
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JBL Sound System
Fusion 3-zone system covering the cockpit, salon, and flybridge. Bring your playlists — we'll bring the speakers.
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Fully Customized Itinerary
Your captain plans the route around your group — preferred islands, activities, pace. Nothing is set in stone until you want it to be.
Dinner aboard Aquanimity catamaran BVI charter
Sample Cost Breakdown

What a Typical Charter Costs

7-Night Charter Fee$22,000
Crew Gratuity (17.5%)~$3,850
Rendezvous Scuba (optional)~$600
Flights & Travel (per person)Varies
Example Charter Total~$26,450

Travel costs and any optional activities vary by group. Tortola (EIS) flies direct from many US cities.

Per Person Math

The More People, The Better the Value

The rate is for the whole boat and rises only modestly with guest count. Fill your cabins and the math gets very compelling.

2 Guests
$11,000
per person · 7 nights all-inclusive
4 Guests
$5,675
per person · 7 nights all-inclusive
6 Guests · Best Value
$4,083
per person · 7 nights all-inclusive

Compare that to a week at a 5-star Caribbean resort — and you get your own private island-hopping adventure on top.

How to Book

Simple, Secure Payment

1
Submit Your Inquiry
Fill out our charter inquiry form with your dates, group size, and preferences. Tim responds personally within 24 hours.
2
Sign the Charter Agreement
We use a CYBA-based charter agreement — the industry standard. You'll receive it digitally for review and signature.
3
25% Deposit On Signing
Secures your dates. A further 25% is due within 30 days. ACH bank transfer preferred — no processing fees. Credit card accepted with a 4% surcharge.
4
Remaining 50% · 60 Days Before Departure
Final payment due 60 days before your charter start date. Charters booked inside 60 days are payable in full on signing. Same payment methods available.

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for any charter. Weather delays, cancellations, and unexpected life events happen — a good policy protects your deposit and keeps the adventure on track.

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Worth Every Dollar

What Guests Say

★★★★★

"The meals were truly spectacular — insane plating, cooked to our dietary preferences. Gino and Nikita gave my family a 15/10 Christmas."

John L.
Christmas Family Charter
★★★★★

"A solid 10 out of 10. You accommodated our every need. The meals were delicious and beautifully presented. You made our getaway truly special."

Troy R.
BVI Charter
★★★★★

"By far the best vacation ever. They welcomed us like family. The best snorkeling ever. Nikita is a top chef. We cannot thank them enough."

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Common Questions

Charter Cost FAQ

A fully crewed BVI catamaran charter on Aquanimity starts at $22,000 for 7 nights all-inclusive, with rates based on guest count (six guests: $24,500). This includes all meals, standard ship's bar, water sports, fuel, moorings, and crew. Gratuity of 15–20% is customary and at guest discretion.
The charter rate includes all meals prepared by our chef, non-alcoholic drinks and the standard ship's bar, water sports equipment (SUPs, kayaks, snorkel gear, subwing, tubes), fuel, and mooring and cruising fees, plus your crew. Additional: crew gratuity, premium or specialty wines and spirits beyond the standard ship's bar, meals and purchases ashore, and optional rendezvous activities such as scuba diving or eFoiling.
Payment is 25% on signing the charter agreement, a further 25% within 30 days, and the remaining 50% due 60 days before departure. For charters booked within 60 days of departure, the full charter fee is due on signing. ACH bank transfer is preferred — no processing fees. Wire transfer and credit card are also accepted, with a 4% surcharge on credit cards.
No — the charter fee is for the entire boat, not per person. Aquanimity sleeps up to 6 guests across 3 private ensuite cabins. The more people in your group, the better value per person — 6 guests works out to about $4,083 per person for 7 nights all-inclusive.
Additional nights can be arranged based on availability and are priced accordingly. A 10-night Grand BVI Loop is also available. Contact us when booking to discuss what's possible around your preferred dates.
Charter Season: November–July

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Submit your inquiry and Tim will personally review your preferred dates, group size, and send you a detailed charter summary — usually within 24 hours.

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