Kuvaus
Experience an ambitious 12-day fully crewed luxury yacht charter beginning in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, and connecting some of the Caribbean’s most celebrated island regions. Designed for travelers attracted to both refined onboard living and genuine blue-water passage making, this itinerary combines sheltered bays, tropical island stops, cultural discoveries and substantial offshore cruising. The proposed route extends through the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, the Leeward Islands, the Windward Islands and the southern Caribbean, creating a remarkably varied private voyage aboard an Amels 180 superyacht.
Tortola is one of the Caribbean’s foremost superyacht embarkation gateways. Its established marinas, secure berthing, professional support services and convenient international connections facilitate an organized arrival and boarding experience. From the moment guests reach the marina, the charter team coordinates embarkation, luggage handling, provisioning and final preparations so the voyage can begin comfortably and efficiently.
Our 12-Day Northern Caribbean Charter Service
This fully crewed charter is supported by 13 experienced professionals who manage navigation, hospitality, dining, housekeeping, waterside activities and day-to-day guest requirements. Service is attentive but discreet, allowing up to 12 guests to enjoy the privacy of a personal Caribbean retreat while benefiting from the standards expected aboard a world-class superyacht.
Menus, dining schedules, celebrations and onboard preferences may be personalized in advance. The crew can also help shape swimming stops, shore visits and recreational activities around guest interests, local operating conditions and the yacht’s approved cruising plan. The itinerary below is an aspirational multi-region route involving considerable distances. Final routing, overnight passages, embarkation or disembarkation arrangements and feasible ports must be confirmed according to weather, sea state, immigration requirements, yacht speed, berth availability and the captain’s professional judgment.
Day 1 - Tortola and Norman Island: Board in Tortola and become acquainted with the yacht, crew and principal guest areas before cruising toward Norman Island. Sheltered bays provide an inviting introduction to the voyage, with opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and relaxation beside clear Caribbean water. An overnight anchorage allows guests to settle into their cabins while the crew completes preparations for the longer passages ahead.
Day 2 - Norman Island to St John: Cross toward St John in the United States Virgin Islands, where forested hillsides descend into beautiful beaches and protected anchorages. Depending on clearance arrangements and local conditions, time may be enjoyed around Cruz Bay, Francis Bay or another suitable anchorage. Guests can swim, walk ashore or simply appreciate dinner beneath the tropical evening sky.
Day 3 - Puerto Rico and Its Eastern Islands: Continue toward Puerto Rico, with possible calls near Vieques, Culebra or Fajardo. Coral reefs, mangroves and quieter beaches offer a contrast to the energetic mainland. A protected anchorage or marina provides a comfortable setting for an evening combining Puerto Rican character, waterfront scenery and sophisticated dining onboard.
Day 4 - Offshore Passage Toward the Bahamas: Settle into a longer open-water leg as the yacht proceeds toward the Bahamas. Guests can enjoy the superyacht’s expansive indoor and outdoor areas while the bridge team manages weather routing, navigation and watchkeeping. Ocean views, possible dolphin sightings and sunset at sea make the passage an integral part of this wide-ranging expedition.
Day 5 - The Bahamas and Exuma Cays: Subject to the confirmed passage plan, arrive among the brilliant shallows of the Bahamas. The Exuma Cays are renowned for sandbars, luminous lagoons, coral habitats and secluded beaches. Swimming, snorkeling, tender exploration and leisurely sunbathing provide a restorative day after the offshore crossing.
Day 6 - Southbound Ocean Passage: Depart the Bahamian cruising grounds and begin the return toward the northeastern Caribbean. This is another substantial navigation day during which guests can use the pool, gym, spa, cinema facilities and generous lounges. The crew monitors weather systems and sea conditions continuously to select the safest and most comfortable achievable route.
Day 7 - St Martin and Anguilla: Discover the cosmopolitan appeal of St Martin or Sint Maarten alongside Anguilla’s quieter beaches and turquoise bays. French, Dutch and British-Caribbean influences create a fascinating cultural contrast. Depending on timing, guests may visit a waterfront town, enjoy boutique dining ashore or spend the afternoon swimming from a peaceful anchorage.
Day 8 - Antigua: Cruise toward Antigua, an internationally recognized yachting center with historic harbors and a strong maritime identity. English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour offer atmospheric surroundings, while Nelson’s Dockyard presents an opportunity to explore an important piece of Caribbean naval heritage. The evening may be reserved for alfresco dining and relaxation onboard.
Day 9 - Guadeloupe and Dominica: Continue through volcanic island scenery toward Guadeloupe and Dominica. The coastline becomes increasingly lush, with rainforest-covered slopes, waterfalls and secluded bays. Subject to scheduling, guests may explore a village, arrange a guided nature excursion or enjoy the yacht’s beach club beside a dramatic tropical backdrop.
Day 10 - Martinique and St Lucia: French-Caribbean culture in Martinique gives way to the striking volcanic contours of St Lucia. Coastal cruising reveals verdant hills, colorful communities and imposing natural landmarks. A suitable anchorage may allow for swimming, a spa afternoon or an excursion ashore before an elegant dinner prepared to the group’s preferences.
Day 11 - St Vincent, the Grenadines and Grenada: Travel through one of the Caribbean’s most admired island-hopping regions. Bequia, the Tobago Cays and other Grenadine anchorages are known for clear water, reefs and a relaxed atmosphere. The precise combination of stops will depend on passage time, but the day is intended to showcase turquoise lagoons, snorkeling and outstanding tropical scenery.
Day 12 - Southern Caribbean Completion: The final planned sector extends toward Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago, introducing longer sea conditions and distinctive southern Caribbean cultures. Because of the considerable distances involved, the practical endpoint and disembarkation location must be established before contracting. This concluding stage celebrates the scale and diversity of a voyage spanning several island groups rather than a conventional short-distance circuit returning to Tortola.
Life Aboard the Amels 180
Delivered by the distinguished Dutch shipyard Amels and refitted in 2024, this 55-metre Amels 180 combines proven engineering with Tim Heywood’s award-winning exterior styling and contemporary interiors by Laura Sessa Romboli. Up to 12 guests are accommodated in six luxurious cabins, including two exceptional full-beam owner’s suites. This unusual arrangement is particularly attractive to multigenerational families, two principal couples or groups requiring greater equality between leading accommodations.
The 175-square-metre sundeck is a destination in its own right, featuring a pool, Jacuzzi, exterior bar, outdoor cinema and extensive sunbathing and entertaining areas. Guests can move easily between refined lounges, elegant dining settings and alfresco spaces with panoramic ocean views. Fold-down balconies strengthen the connection with the sea and create additional private places from which to appreciate changing island landscapes.
A spacious beach club, Hammam, spa and fully equipped gym support both wellness and recreation. The swimming platform simplifies access to the water, while premium tenders assist with shore transfers and coastal exploration. A BBQ area creates relaxed alternatives to formal dining, and Starlink with onboard Wi-Fi supports connectivity where regional coverage permits. Stabilizers operating underway and at anchor contribute to comfort throughout offshore passages and overnight stays.
A Superyacht Journey Across the Caribbean
This charter is distinguished by its scale, adaptable service and combination of resort-level facilities with genuine ocean passage capability. It is suited to experienced charter guests, families celebrating an important occasion or private groups seeking more than a conventional island holiday. Enquire early to discuss realistic routing, preferred embarkation and disembarkation points, culinary requests and shore experiences. With careful planning and the guidance of an accomplished captain and crew, the voyage can be shaped into an extraordinary exploration of the Caribbean’s contrasting seas, cultures and landscapes.
