Caribbean yacht charter

The Caribbean enjoys year-round sunshine and average temperatures ranging between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (90°F) making it a hugely popular destination for yacht charters. The climate on most of the islands is tropical, but moderated to a certain extent by the prevailing northeast trade winds although they are often warm and moist. The water temperatures vary from 22 °C (72 °F) to 31 °C (88 °F).

Although the temperatures are warm all year round there is a wet season from May-October, so the best time to charter these beautiful islands is generally December - April.

Just a short cruise from Florida with picture-postcard scenery and few visa restrictions, the Bahamas are a very popular yacht charter choice. The area includes three distinct island chains, each offering a unique window into island life, world-class fishing and spectacular diving. To the very north lie the Abaco Islands, rich with the visual and cultural flavour of former British colonial life. The central Bahamas including the Berry Islands and New Providence are brimming with onshore entertainment, including casinos, nightclubs and restaurants. The lower Bahamas including the remote Exumas remain an idyllic and charming retreat for your yacht charter.

The Leeward Islands are a regular fixture on many a Caribbean yacht charter wishlist. Colonial settlers quickly put down roots in these stunning islands with their lush green hillsides and colourful coral reefs teeming with fish. Expect to discover a rich history combined with abundant natural beauty and touches of barefoot luxury throughout. Whether you’re celebrating new year’s eve under a firework-strewn sky in upscale St Barths or exploring the lush green hillsides and colonial ruins of the Virgin Islands, there’s an exciting adventure to be had on every island.

Until recently one of the Caribbean’s best-kept yachting secrets, the Windward Islands have long been the place of legend and fable with sandy beaches and exotic plantations that were the origin of many pirate tales. Rub shoulders with those in the know at Basil’s Bar on Mustique, explore the spice market in Grenada or head out to a quiet anchorage off any one of the smaller islands sprinkled across the Windward Islands. These islands promise unique adventures in tropical rainforests and volcanic craters, making for a fascinating trip to the real Caribbean.

Just a short flight from the US and with great connections to Europe, the Greater Antilles are a fantastic yacht charter option for those looking to try this increasingly popular group of islands. Cuba is one of the hottest tickets for a yacht charter right now, while Jamaica’s friendly locals and natural wonders are drawing a growing fan club. Puerto Rico’s storied past of pirates and plantations have a rich history, and the Dominican Republic offers a winning combination of luxury entertainment alongside stunning aquatic nature. A Greater Antilles yacht charter will not disappoint.