You may have booked a luxury St. Barts vacation along with a luxury villa in order to enjoy one of the finest Caribbean destinations available. Your luxury vacation may include a villa rental that provides you with the utmost in service and world-class amenities. However, you are in St. Barts, and though villas for rent can provide an all-in-one solution, you cannot miss out on some sightseeing and activities.
For example, St. Barts is now one of the most exclusive boating areas in the world. The world’s most expensive yachts pull into the waters surrounding the island as well as making their way into the charming port in Gustavia. This means that you should plan at least one day out on those waters of St. Barts.
While you can always consult with your villa rental company to inquire about private boat charters, we recommend you consider working with manned or crewed vessels too. This ensures you get the very most out of every moment on the waves, whether that is diving, exploring the shore, snorkeling, or picnicking on scenic beaches.
Generally, you can find vessels that range from semi-rigid hull boats that you can man on your own, and which are ideal for chartering if your villa has a private dock or marina access, but there are also yachts and catamarans to consider. They might have full galleys, cabins, bathrooms and more.
Some of the firms offering rentals, with crews to ensure the best results, include:
Yannis Marine
They can offer sports cruisers to day trip boats ideal for a family. They are noted for offering up the largest motor boats on St. Barts and they offer full and half day excursions that can include sunset cruises and visits to neighboring islands. They also make gear and food service available as well as a full crew.
Plongee Caraibes
A unique way to spend a day on the waters of St. Barts, they provide travelers with access to their catamaran that is equipped with a water trampoline, several decks, an open bar, and even dive certification. It is the largest dive boat in the region and could be an unforgettable way to take the family for a full or half day excursion with everyone getting trained in diving along the way. They also do reef snorkeling and fully catered trips.
Top LOC Rentals
Departing from Gustavia, they offer custom itineraries aboard their catamaran or their speed boat. You can take a day trip to other islands or you can book hours of snorkeling and then spend the rest of the day relaxing inside the fully equipped vessel with catering and crew. Sunset cruises are also available as well as airport transfer.
Jicky Marine
This is a fishing enthusiasts ideal answer to boat charters as they offer a full crew, all of the gear and take you to the finest areas for deep sea fishing. They also do scuba and snorkeling excursions with the same full crew, gear and even instruction. Full and half day sailing with beach visits, open bar and crew is another option. They also make a sailboat available for charter trips.
A day on the stunning waters of St. Barts is the perfect way to round out days spent in your luxury villa or in one of the many amazing beach houses. With options for fully chartered trips, you really can’t skip this unique opportunity to see St. Barts.