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British Virgin Islands, Caribbean

A Learn-To-Sail-Vacation

hosted by Sea Safaris Sailing School
  • 2025: Feb 16 - Feb 22
  • 2025: Feb 24 - Mar 01
  • 8 Days | 7 Nights
  • 103 / 104 / 114 / 116

The Destination

This trip takes place in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), a stunning archipelago located in the Caribbean known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, steady trade winds, and idyllic sailing conditions. The BVI is often regarded as one of the best sailing destinations in the world due to its warm climate, protected waters, and short distances between islands, making it ideal for sailors of all skill levels.

Sailing Conditions:

The BVI offers steady 10-20 knot trade winds, calm seas, and navigable passages, making it an excellent place to learn and practice sailing skills. With clear line-of-sight navigation between islands and plenty of safe anchorages, it’s a forgiving environment for beginners to gain confidence while also offering challenges for more experienced sailors. The conditions are perfect for practicing sail trim, anchoring, and other hands-on aspects of sailing in a relatively safe and controlled environment.

Why It’s a Good Place to Learn:

Learning to sail in the BVI allows you to experience a variety of sailing scenarios in manageable doses. Each day’s sail is relatively short, but you get a chance to experience different aspects of sailing like open-water passages, anchoring, navigating through reefs, and handling varying wind conditions. The itinerary includes stops at some of the Caribbean’s most famous sailing spots, offering a balance of practical instruction and relaxation. Plus, with other experienced sailors around in a flotilla setting, there’s always support if needed, while you can still enjoy independence on your own vessel.

Other Activities to Enjoy:

Beyond the sailing itself, the British Virgin Islands offer plenty of activities to enjoy. You can explore quiet beaches, snorkel in vibrant coral reefs, and visit historical shipwrecks. Each island has its own unique charm. For example, Anegada’s remote beaches and beach bars offer a serene escape, while Jost Van Dyke is famous for its lively beach bars like Foxy’s and the legendary Soggy Dollar. Onshore, you can dine at world-class restaurants, explore local markets, and hike lush, tropical landscapes. There’s also the chance to rent electric beach cruisers or jeeps to explore the islands, providing the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and education.

In short, the BVI provides the perfect mix of hands-on learning, scenic beauty, and plenty of leisure activities, making it an unforgettable destination for both sailors and those looking to enjoy a tropical escape.

CERTIFICATIONS

This learn-to-sail vacation with Sea Safaris Sailing School offers :

¤ ASA 103 | COASTAL CRUISING
¤ ASA 104 | BAREBOAT CRUISING
¤ ASA 114 | CRUISING CATAMARAN
¤ ASA 116 | DINGHY & OUTBOARD ENDORSEMENT

You must have completed ASA 101 , Keelboat Sailing 1. Plus you need to have at least 40 hours of sailing experience.

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Day 1
Embarkation in Roadtown

The morning is open for exploring and shopping. Arrive in Village Cay, Roadtown, BVI and explore town and other possibilities. You must try the Chicken Roti, my favorite!! Later, in the evening we’ll have dinner in the town and then stay aboard our Catamaran for the night.

Day 2
Salt Island / Cooper Island

We depart in the morning and head for Salt Island. Spend some time on Salt Island and then we sail over to Cooper Island for Dinner at the Copper Island Eco Resort. Cooper Island. There are a few privately owned properties on the island, one being the Family owned Eco–resort beach club resort. Cooper Island Beach Club has a newly renovated restaurant and Rum Bar. Another option is to stay overnight at Marina Cay and have dinner on shore or at the exclusive Scrub Island Resort.

Day 3
Bitter End Yacht Club

Weigh in the anchor and we sail off to North Gorda Sound and anchor at the Bitter End Yacht Club. Happy Hour and Dinner at the Bitter End Yacht Club for the evening or Saba Rock for more upscale dining.

Day 4
Anegada

Wake up and sail to Anegada, This island is actually a giant sand bar on top of a reef. Always worth the sail, Anegada is almost completely circled by reef and is surrounded by white beaches. We can rent electric beach cruising Jeeps and explore the island, We’ll find beach bars and be able to relax in a hammock under sea grape trees. We’ll have dinner ashore at a fabulous Potters Lobster restaurant on the beach before heading back to the Yacht.

Day 5
Jost Van Dyke

Leaving Anegada, we enjoy a little champagne sailing as we coast downwind to Jost Van Dyke. It’s the longest sail of the week, but after a long relaxed broad reach, you will sail into JVD and drop the hook for the night. A picture book anchorage with palm trees spotting a white sandy beach, Jost is just four miles long, and is truly the “barefoot” island known by travelers around the world for its casual lifestyle, beachfront restaurants and bars, protected anchorages and fine beaches. Here we’ll find the famous Foxy’s bar for Happy Hour and Dinner back on the Catamaran.

Day 6
Norman Island

We set sail to the Bight at Norman Island, here we can snorkel and take a lunch break at the Legendary Floating Bar and Restaurant, THE WILLY T!

Day 7
DISEMBARK

We set sail, snorkel and return to Village Cay, Tortola, BVI. We have time to sail in the morning but have to be off the boat by 11:00am.

Please Note. The actual itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control.

AVAILABLE BOATS
  • Fontaine Pajot Astréa 42 - Catamaran with 4 double cabins + 4 bathroomsThe Fontaine Pajot Astréa 42 is a popular charter boat due to its spacious and comfortable design, featuring ample living space, multiple cabins, and large outdoor areas for relaxation. Its stable and smooth sailing capabilities make it ideal for both novice and experienced sailors. The boat is equipped with modern amenities, including a well-appointed kitchen and advanced navigation systems.

TESTIMONIALS

The time spent on and off the water was amazing. Captain Brian was fantastic and made the adventure stress-free. We had an amazing cat, in fantastic shape, and extremely clean. The trip was well laid out, the nights were fun and relaxing as we partied under the stars. Sea Safaris did a great job. I’m already planning my trip for next year. Thanks again Captain Brian and thanks Captain Don for organizing and hosting.

Joe S.
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  • Learn-To-Sail Week 1Feb 16 - Feb 22, 2025
  • Learn-To-Sail Week 2Feb 24 - Mar 01, 2025
  • $2,150 USD per personBased on double occupancy

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