Question 1

Is this boat insured, and who pays for damage?

Accepted Answer

Yes — every boat on charter.boats is insured by its operator; we require it. The policy covers the vessel for fire, collision and third-party liability. You're only responsible for damage it doesn't cover, and that's capped at the security deposit. Operator terms: Yacht/Hull insurance $38/day (max $400 per charter) with minimum deductible. Third Party Liability Insurance limited to US$2,000,000.

Question 2

How much will fuel cost?

Accepted Answer

Fuel isn't included — you return the tank full. This boat's ~100 HP engines burn roughly 8 L/h while motoring, so a typical week (about 3 h a day, ~21 h) works out to roughly 168 L ≈ €239 at €1.42/L — scale it to your own plans. Many skippers run one engine on passage to roughly halve fuel use — ask your operator if that’s fine for your boat.

Question 3

Do I need a sailing licence in British Virgin Islands?

Accepted Answer

No formal sailing licence is required, but you must submit a sailing résumé proving recent experience on a similar-sized yacht for company approval.

Question 4

Will my sailing experience be checked?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You must provide a skipper's resume for approval before the charter, and you certify that you are experienced and competent with sailing yachts of this type and size. If we find you do not have the stated qualifications, we may place a skipper on board for part or all of the charter at your expense.

Question 5

Where am I allowed to sail?

Accepted Answer

Cruising is limited to the waters of the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, excluding areas such as the waters east of Anegada, within three nautical miles of Herman Reefs, the White Horseshoe Reef and the reefs around Anegada, and St. Croix. We may designate further off-limits areas when we hand over the yacht.

Question 6

Can I sail at night?

Accepted Answer

No. The yacht must not be operated between one hour before sunset and one hour after sunrise.

Question 7

What happens in severe weather or a named storm?

Accepted Answer

For safety we may require the yacht to be vacated in severe weather. In the event of a named storm you will bring the yacht to the marine shelter on Tortola, help prepare it, and relocate to shore-based accommodation at your own expense at least 24 hours before the storm is due.

Question 8

Can I use the boat for anything other than leisure?

Accepted Answer

No. The yacht is for the private pleasure use of you and your stated party only. It may not be used to carry merchandise or passengers for hire, to engage in any trade, and may not be assigned or sub-chartered without our written consent.

Question 9

When is the best time to sail in British Virgin Islands?

Accepted Answer

Year-round, with the prime season December–April bringing steady trade winds; June–November is the Atlantic hurricane season.

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