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Jeanneau 54 boat test – a sturdy cruiser with hidden depths

• Toby Hodges
• June 24, 2016

This sturdy cruiser might look like a sun worshipper’s paradise, but she has hidden depths, says Toby Hodges after he tested her in a gale

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Powerful gusts dispersed plumes of spray from the bow, making the whitewater explosions appear even more dramatic as the Jeanneau 54 positively ripped through the seas off Cannes in March.

As we dialled downwind into the comparatively flatter water of the bay, as if on a wild fairground ride slowing to a halt, I gradually came to my senses, arms aching from gripping the wheel, ears ringing, rinsed out by the wind.

The large motorboat chasing us finally caught up. Photographer Paul Wyeth was on the flybridge signalling us to go about, to head back out to sea – he wanted another chance at a great photograph with the fortified monastery as a backdrop.

Back upwind into a gale to repeat the whole thing again? I glanced at my two somewhat damp crewmembers, but met looks of unwavering enthusiasm. No problem, let’s go!

The Jeanneau 54 is a smaller sister to the 64 that launched two years ago and she shares many of the flagship’s features as she was drawn by the same superyacht design team of Philippe Briand and Andrew Winch. See our test of the Jeanneau 64 here.

One look at the deck configuration would lead most people to presume she is a hedonists’ yacht, one for the sun worshippers anchored in placid seas and warm climes. Indeed my first thought on arriving at the port that morning was that, with sunbeds on the swim platform and foredeck, this Jeanneau would quickly be out of her depth outside the harbour, where the waves were being shredded to white caps.

If ever there was a yacht that invites the proverb ‘never judge a book by its cover’, this is it. While the fleet of motorboats assembled for Jeanneau’s global press trials all remained moored stern-to in the sanctuary of the old port, the company’s sailboat product director
Erik Stromberg simply shrugged and said: “Ready when you are.”

His relaxed manner helped instil me with confidence in the boat. He has put enough miles in on large Jeanneaus to know they are deceptively manageable in a blow.

Into the teeth of a gale

I was surprised to note that none of those cushions were removed, nor in fact did any of them really move during our windy trial sail. And with furling sails, transformation time from at rest to full sailing mode is minimal.

With the equivalent of a deep reef in the in-mast mainsail and three rolls in the 106 per cent genoa, we power-reached around the Bay of Cannes, regularly at double-figure speeds. And it was really howling when we headed out to sea later that afternoon, where we met 35 knots and sharp seas round the back of the Lerin islands.

As conditions got a little spicy off the monastery, we spun the 54 around to return with the 1.5m waves – and bang, she absolutely powered up.

On one downhill run, we raised full main to sail full bore on a broad reach with the swell. At 12 knots this 17-tonne yacht starts to plane. When we slid onto a wave we could clock up to 14 knots. Not the sort of family cruising she is intended for, granted, but as a prospective owner I would be a lot happier knowing she could handle the rough stuff well, even when pressed.

It is a testament to Briand’s modern hull shape that she remains in her comfort zone and is fun to sail. Although over-canvassed for the benefit of the photos, the 54 still demonstrated respectable behaviour and stability. There was quite a load on the wheel, but her hefty spade rudder gave reassuring purchase. I should have taken all this for granted perhaps, having tested the larger 64 during two days of Mistral.

Shelter for cruising

Then comes the pièce de resistance: when sailing the 54 in a stiff breeze, move forward from the helm to a sheltered spot under the sprayhood, take a seat on the comfortable chaise longue and it’s quite a different story. It’s like putting noise-cancelling headphones on during take-off. Peace and tranquillity is restored in an instant.

You could be fighting biting wind-against-tide conditions and still find comfort and protection within the calming embrace of this sprayhood. It has 6ft 1in clearance and, with, large clear panels, it’s a practical option that more than makes up for the relatively low cockpit coamings. And as the sprayhood extends far aft, you can leave the companionway open without fear of drenching the interior.

The winch configuration will certainly not suit everyone. From the helm you can reach the manual primaries, but not the mainsheet winches – and winches both sides are too close together and too far outboard to use comfortably manually.

Jeanneau looked at siting the primaries inboard, but chose this set-up because of its developments with Assisted Sail Trim (AST), a new system that automatically tacks sheets using electric reversible winches – so keeping winches out of the cockpit made sense. Electric winches and an autopilot might also ease the issues, but it’s a pity to have to rely on push button power.

Going forward there is no obvious way to access the side decks from the cockpit – it’s either aft over the primary lead, or a large step over the coaming from a cockpit bench. I was surprised to find how far forward on the boom the mainsheet attachment is. However, I was assured the boom has an appropriately over-sized section to cope with stress loads.

Jeanneau uses a bridle mainsheet system with a block on each side of the coachroof, which is sheeted back to the aft cockpit winches, an increasingly common method on large cruising yachts. “A traveller doesn’t have too much function on a large cruising boat,” reasons Stromberg. “What you do need to have is a very good boom vang to keep the boom down, though.”

Home from home comfort

Many of the design features of the Jeanneau 54 centre on providing home comfort. She really is an incredibly comfortable boat at rest. The decision not to have a tender garage means there are multiple areas to relax in, starting with a proper aft terrace.

I have ‘tested’ this terrace with a drink in the sun in flat seas in Italy and can report that its position so close to the water, with unimpeded sea views, is second to none.

This platform folds inboard at the push of a button with integrated space for the cushions to store neatly inside. The retractable davits are a smart solution that takes care of a tender up to 120kg, but it is an option that needs to be built into the hull structure because of the depth and reinforcement required.

The cockpit benches are among the longest you will find on a production yacht – a whopping 3.4m – complete with luxurious aft-facing chaise longue with drinks holders. Factor in the double sunbed on the foredeck, with its own bimini, and you’ll see a healthy nod to motorboat-style deck comfort.

The cockpit table is large, suitable for six or eight guests, with an optional coolbox in the forward end. And I like the way that, rather than waste the space underneath the table, Jeanneau has designed the liferaft stowage into the after end – an easy place to access and launch it from.

Options for the masses

Beware the optional extras – all those fancy cushions and home comforts come at a cost. The 54’s exceedingly alluring base price of €340,700 rose to over €500,000 (ex VAT) on both versions I sailed. The Cannes test boat had a Code 0, teak decks, electric bathing platform, sun loungers, cushions, sprayhood and bimini, plus instruments, wine fridge, washer-dryer, dishwasher, genset, aircon, flatscreen TV etc – more modcons than in most family homes, in fact.

There is a good reason behind this. Jeanneau wanted to make a simple, but smart base boat for charter purposes, but one that could be dressed up with options for private owners. One third of the 50 54s already sold have gone into the charter market, above the 20 per cent expected.

“This is basically the last size segment for charter,” Stromberg explains. “This kitted up is €500,000 – you can’t get a catamaran below that – but over that everyone moves to cats.” He tells me that the 54 has the dual task of seducing private owners too with a luxury feel. “There were cycles of boats [of various brands] built for charter in the past that had no spark.”

The interior of the 54 is light, spacious and inviting, especially compared with the 53, which has fizzled out of the range now. The high cockpit helps create generous aft cabin space and room for a deep sump and bilge – more akin to a raised saloon.

The layout is particularly versatile with options for two, three, four or even five cabins, the latter to suit the charter market. The forward cabin can be split in half lengthways with a soft bulkhead, and a Pullman cabin can be chosen instead of the aft heads. The owner versions with two or three cabins work well, by providing generous cabins and a good-sized galley.

The 54 has to stand out in a more competitive market place, however. “The goal was to do something on the level of the 64, but at one-third the price,” says Stromberg. The 17-tonne 54 is half the weight of the 64.

It is the largest Jeanneau to have an injection deck, which both saves weight and, together with a cored hull, makes for a noticeably quiet interior with little movement when under way.

“At this size owners are looking for overall value for money,” says Stromberg realistically. “It needs to be reflected in the product or they’ll go elsewhere.”

An aft galley

Jeanneau has taken many of the ideas used in the 64 and extended them to suit a smaller size. “We decided not to have an owner’s aft cabin option, but a VIP solution,” Stromberg explains. Jeanneau was attempting to make the 54 less multi-layered by doing away with a bridgedeck.

Before you think how spacious the saloon looks, remember it’s not sharing the central space with the galley on the test boat. This is the seventh hull built and the first with the aft galley layout, designed to suit requests from couples for two cabins.

The resultant galley, complete with all the stowage and white goods you could wish or budget for, is typically forward thinking of Jeanneau. It’s light and airy, with a large hull portlight, 6ft 3in headroom and plenty of worksurface. And it’s different – I’ve never seen an aft galley instead of an aft cabin on a production yacht before.

Unfortunately the step into the galley is a little too far aft, presenting a sharp corner on which to bang your head on entering. Angles and tight cabin entrances are some of the few negatives in the interior – I’d also like to see larger engine access panels on a yacht of this size.

By moving the galley aft, plenty of stowage space is gained in the saloon. There is also a full-size dedicated navstation to starboard on all layout options.

Forward cabin

A properly luxurious cabin, this has a big entrance with an island berth. A linen headboard, leather lining, carpets, leather panels on doors and dual blinds create a distinctive look.

Andrew Winch wanted to be able to sit on the berth against the forward bulkhead and be able to see out of the hull portlight – though it was a challenge for Briand in terms of structure to place hull windows so far forward.

But it does mean this cabin is a real selling point for the boat.

Jeanneau describes it as a ‘VIP cabin’, a term which sounds a little grand. It’s a good aft double cabin with en-suite access, a hull port and some extra headroom created by having no cockpit locker above.

It’s inviting, but marred by an entrance that feels too constrictive for this size of boat.

Specifications

LOA 16.16m/53ft 0in

LWL 14.25m/46ft 9in

Beam (max) 4.92m/16ft 2in

Draught 2.24m/7ft 4in

Disp (lightship) 17,164kg/37,840lb

Sail area (100% foretriangle) 126m 2 /1,362ft 2

Berths 6-12

Engine 75hp Yanmar Saildrive

Water 724lt/159gal

Fuel 240lt/53gal

Sail area:disp 19.3

Disp:LWL 165

Price ex VAT €340,700 (£263,630)

Design Philippe Briand Yacht Design

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Jeanneau is the all-rounder of the production yacht market. Over the last decade its models have consistently offered tasteful styling, good performance, high build quality and value for money. It’s the benchmark against which other production builders can be compared.

Some might argue she is a little over-engineered, complicated and heavy. But in my opinion that does not unduly affect her sailing performance. I won’t pretend the 54’s performance is electric, nor need it be. A modern Jeanneau is versatile, with the ability to continue sailing in as little as five knots of wind with the help of a code sail and to keep punching with a kindly motion through the heavy stuff.

The Jeanneau 54 has plenty of power, yet delivers in the full range of conditions. And with 30 knots of wind over the deck, it was great to come in under the shelter of that sprayhood and be totally protected.

So if being comfortable whatever the weather is at the top of your list, then so should this latest yacht from Jeanneau.

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PRICE REDUCED – THE BEST 54 ON THE MARKET;    2020 model, bought new in 2022, sailed only two summers on the Great Lakes, “Pied A Mer” is a clean, well optioned, single-owner 2020 Jeanneau Yacht 54 that has been well maintained with less than 200 hours on the engine. Never chartered and features many upgrades. CAN BE DELIVERED ANYWHERE VIA WATER OR CAN BE TRUCKED WITH KEEL ON FOR A SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS. We’ll prep it for delivery!

The unique galley-aft layout offers the most counter space and storage available in the yacht series. A true cruisers galley featuring double sinks, three burner stove, double refrigerator and tons of storage. Galley aft means more of the main salon can be used for entertaining and seating. A custom glass-front wine/beverage fridge is installed in the main salon within easy reach when entertaining.

The VIP cabin aft offers spacious accommodations for the owners or guests with hanging lockers, queen size bed with headboard and standing headroom. The VIP cabin also has an ensuite head with separate shower stall.

Versatile interior – the forward stateroom has a removable wall to create two guest cabins or one large owner’s cabin:

One layout option can be a three cabin / three head layout, plus a bonus skipper cabin at the bow with its own head. For a total of four cabins / four heads. Or, another layout option, the two forward cabins can be converted to one large cabin by removing the divider. Aft VIP stateroom with hanging lockers, plenty of storage, standing headroom and separate head.

Skipper cabin forward is great for the grandkids or guests. Features two single bunks and it’s own head/shower. The skipper cabin is also great for storage. remove the mattresses from the bunks and you have large shelves. The skipper cabin offers both extra sleeping areas and extra storage.

The salon is open and airy with skylights as well as opening hatches and portlights for excellent ventilation. Wine cooler is located within easy reach of the entertaining areas. Screens and shades for all skylights, hatches and portlights. Full size dining table with wrap around bench seating. The interior woodwork and chocolate brown leather upholstery is in outstanding condition. Perfect for entertaining,  a custom glass-front beverage fridge installed in the main salon.  

“Pied a Mer” features the a Jeanneau original  “Terrace”  on the aft deck with flip-out cushions and sun loungers on the aft deck by the swim platform. An award-winning feature, perfect for entertaining on the sunny days. The cockpit is roomy and well thought out with a fold out cockpit table that easily accommodates 6 guests for dinner and loungers that extend into the cabin top. Comes with two sets of cockpit cushions – one set is still new in the box!

Running rigging is all led to the cockpit within easy reach of the helm making short-handed sailing a breeze.

Electric “rewind” primary winches and electric spinnaker and cabin top winches plus a new  Quantum Code Zero  and  Quantum Asymmetrical spinnaker  with  Facnor remote controlled electric furler  all add up to effortless sailing.

This well-optioned yacht features plenty of upgrades and options including:

• Inverter 2000W
• Fusion Stereo with Bose Speakers
• 2 Electric Secondary Winches
• 2 Electric Genoa Winches 70.2
• Electric Folding Aft Terrace w/ Cushions & Remote Control
• Teak Cockpit, Cockpit Seats, Terrace, and Forward Sundeck
• Forward Sunlounger with Cushions & Shade
• Shades and screens throughout
• Fold-Up Helm Seats
• Retractable Dinghy Davits
• Dodger & Bimini
• Cockpit Cushions – Grey
• Folding Cockpit Table With Wooden Leaves
• Covers for Cockpit Table & Helms
• New Quantum Code Zero with electric furler
• New Quantum Spinnaker
• Custom Bimini
• Yanmar 110HP Shaft Drive
• Shoal Draft
• Chocolate Brown Leather Upholstery
• White Oak Interior
• Flatscreen TV
• Three-zone air conditioning with reverse cycle heat
• Electric flush heads
• Furling mainsail
• Bow thruster
• Custom companionway screen
• Running Rigging for Asymmetrical Sail
• Carbon Wheels
• Generator – Cummins 7.5 kw/115v
• Custom installed glass-front beverage fridge in salon
• Air Conditioning w/ Extra Hook Up to Skipper Cabin
• Deck Wash Pump
• Remote controlled Facnor electric furler.

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The all Jeanneau 54 Yacht designed by the proven team of Philippe Briand & Andrew Winch, jointly responsible for the highly acclaimed and successful Jeanneau 64 yacht, this Jeanneau yacht offers a complete platform whatever your needs or desires.

Taking much of her styling and lines from her larger counterpart the Jeanneau 54 is an immediately striking and impressive machine offering a seamless blend of both comfort and style right from the defined chine lines in the hull through to the individual stitching on beautifully crafted interior detailing it is clear that this boat has been both designed by sailors and for sailors without leaving out any creature comforts modern sailors have come to expect.

The Jeanneau 54 comes complete with a full choice of layouts allowing for between two and five cabins to be configured, comes equipped with the Yanmar inboards allowing the option of joystick piloted docking to keep things as simple and easy as possible allowing just a couple of people to manoeuvre as possible and several optional electronic sail and sheet handling features reinforces the idea of controlled and comfortable ease of use.

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Jeanneau 54 (2017) 'Paradise Found'

This Jeanneau 54 charter yacht Features:

This design, by Philippe Briand, is easily sailed short-handed with roller mainsail and genoa, and with new Quantum sails, she will truck past pretty much any other bareboat in the BVI, one hull or two. Book now and see how she lives up to her name.

The flexible sleeping arrangement provides the ability to sleep 8 in 3 double cabins and a skipper’s cabin. The arrangements include:

• 3 Cabins & 3 Electric Heads
• Bow Cabin with 2 Single Bunks & Head
• Salon Table converts to double bed

The look and feel of an elegant lounge in the salon combine with a spaciousness that cannot be found on other yachts of comparable sizes. Many creature comforts are offered to guests – a complete list is provided below. Guests have the option of dining inside or al fresco around the large table in the cockpit. There is also convenient walk-through access to the transom when at anchor.

There is optimum performance on the seas because the Jeanneau 54 is designed accordingly. From your preferred steering station, she has twin helms affording great visibility forward under sail, and convenient walk-through access to the transom when at anchor) the furling main and electric winches throughout allow for single-handed management of the sails. The bow thruster and state-of-the-art steering enable this 54-footer to be handled as if she were a yacht half her size.

If you would like to experience the comforts of a Jeanneau 54 and don’t have the necessary experience, this yacht is also available to you as a captained yacht (there is a bunk cabin available for a skipper). Add a captain and/or chef to your charter of this beautiful yacht, and make your experience even more luxurious. The captain will guide you around the islands so you can sit back and relax, and do as little (or as much) sailing as you wish, and our amazing chefs will provide you with gourmet cuisine, so you can leave the shopping, prep, and clean up and enjoy your vacation time to the fullest.

• Owners Cabin, VIP Cabin, Stateroom – each with separate head and shower (3 cabin layout / 3 head plus Skipper cabin with a head). The twin starboard aft cabin also makes a double cabin.
• Light Oak Interior with Upholstery in Linen Color
• Furling Mainsail
• Bow thrusters, electronic winches with rewinds, windlass & chain counter at the helm, Dock water inlet, USB plugs at chart table and in the cockpit, Upgraded Gel batteries with extra battery charger, Hood for Stove in Galley
• DVD/CD/MP3 Blue Tooth Fusion player with BOSE speakers in saloon & cockpit speakers
• Upgraded Ray Marine E95 GS Series chart plotters at both Helm stations
• Electric folding back terrace with folding sun lounger cushions, teak terrace, and cockpit floor
• There are leather handles for cabin doors, upholstered side skirting on beds and upholstered headboards
• X Grid Mylar taffeta sails with furling mast
• Fold up helm seats
• Retractable Dinghy Davits
• Custom bimini and dodger with LED Lights
• Removable ladders at side gates
• Folding cockpit table with fridge and liferaft storage
• Airconditioning has independent units for each cabin and the Saloon). The skipper cabin has airconditioning as well
• Folding electric deluxe saloon tables on telescopic legs
• Electric toilets
• Innerspring mattress in owners cabin and VIP cabin
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You can find out more about the Jeanneau 54 with this review by UK reviewer Rupert Holmes.

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Brian McEwing , BVI May 2023 I switched from using the Moorings several years ago and I can honestly say that I love your operation. The location being at Nanny Cay is excellent, your boats are much better maintained and better optioned. Your staff is always friendly and helpful. I’m sure I will continue to use Horizon for future charters and am already considering Grenada next year.

Dr. Rocco Detomo, Jr. , BVI October 2023 I just finished a Horizon Charter in the BVI from Nanny Cay, (“Paradise Found”) I want to emphasize that the entire Horizon Staff at Nanny Cay were very responsive and professional, and I very much enjoyed working with this group of people and look forward to working with them again in the future!  

Well, apart from guaranteed fun on the water when you charter a yacht with Horizon BVI, we hope the following list of charter yacht equipment provides you with a good idea of what you need to bring with you (and what you don’t!)

In addition to the comprehensive equipment lists below, we also offer wifi and watertoy rental.

Here is a  useful list  of things to bring with you on charter and not to forget on your shopping list!

Equipment On Board

All of Horizons’ British Virgin Island yachts have the following charter yacht equipment included on board:

• Chart plotter
• 10ft – 12ft RIB Dinghy and 15hp outboard motor
• Charts and Virgin Islands Cruising Guide
• Adult Lifejackets
• Fire Extinguishers
• Through-hull Plugs
• Cockpit table
• Linens and towels
• Beach towels
• Clothes pegs
• Speedo and depth-sounder
• Wind indicator
• Electric windlass
• Refrigerator
• Cellular Boatphone
• First Aid Kit
• Signal Horn
• Bucket with Lanyard
• Cockpit cushions
• Cooler or deck cooler
• All galley and cooking utensils
• 110 Volt Inverter to charge laptops etc
• Autopilot in all yachts
• Roller furling main or fully battened main with lazy jacks
• CD Player with saloon and cockpit speakers
• Roller furling genoa

Some of our BVI yacht charter vessels also have the following additional charter yacht equipment included:

• Air-conditioning
• Blender 110V
• Wifi (charges apply)
• Watermakers

Bluetooth Headsets

Avoid shouting from the helm to the bow with our Sena Boom headsets, allowing you to communicate with ease when picking up a mooring ball, anchoring, docking, or navigating through shallow waters. Perfect for blind spots and windy conditions on board.

Please contact us for details on availability and pricing.

Why not rent some watertoys to give that extra dimension to your BVI sailing vacation?

• Single Kayaks
• Double Kayaks
• Dinghy ladders
• Floating mats

Please contact us for details and pricing, or visit our watersports page for more information.

Internet & Adapters

Enquire to [email protected] for rates & availability based on your charter dates.

Please  click here for useful information on plug adapters for your electronics .

Free Provisions

Complimentary starter kit.

Upon boarding your yacht for the start of your BVI sailing vacation, you will find we have included a Complimentary Starter Kit provided for your use. This includes:

• Bottle of Rum (Naturally!)
• Bottle of Spring Water
• Dish Liquid
• Roll Paper Towel
• Antibacterial Spray
• Guest Soaps
• Complimentary bag of ice
• Condiments (salt & pepper)
• One roll of toilet tissue per head/shower
• OFF Insect Repellent
• 2 Trash Bags

Snorkel Gear

Please note that we do not supply snorkel gear. We suggest you bring your own mask and snorkel to ensure a good fit, or you can easily rent the full set from Blue Water Divers situated next door to Horizon Yacht Charters. Please contact Blue Water Divers ahead of your arrival to book your snorkel gear. Visit our watersports page  for more information.

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Did you know Horizon’s charters start and finish at noon? This means we can get you out sailing your first afternoon after your briefings – remember to watch your video briefings to speed up your check out! At the end of your trip, you sail back to Nanny Cay to refuel and debrief before your noon departure. This gives you a full 6 nights/7 days chartering around our beautiful islands, unlike some companies that start at 5pm, meaning you will have to sleepaboard* at the docks, and then finish at 10am, again meaning you will probably have to stay overnight on the docks the night before you leave to fly home.

*If available, a sleep aboard can be added the night before your charter start for a small supplement, boarding your yacht after 5pm.

Our standard charter rates are applicable for charters of 5 days or more up to a maximum of five weeks. For a tailored quote for charter durations outside this range please contact our reservations team who will be pleased to assits.

Current Rates

Weekly rates (full 7 days / 6 nights) are listed above as daily rates. Charters start and finish at noon. Our minimum charter duration requirement is 5 nights.

BVI Charter Rates are subject to change without notice.

Horizon Yacht Charters BVI Charter Rates are listed above. Yacht photographs and specifications act as a guide and are for information purposes only.  Although we endeavour to ensure that images are accurate reflections of the yachts in our fleet, certain aspects may vary slightly, such as yacht deck, the colour of the hull, dodger or bimini.

All yachts come with rigid inflatables & outboards, biminis, BBQ, Stereo, GPS, linens, towels, safety & galley equipment etc. See  What’s Included  for a full list.

C = Cabins, H = Heads, AC = Air Conditioning, S = Skipper first day only

*Additional $700 supplement per week applies from Dec 18 – Jan 4

May we advise that HDW insurance, Cruising Permits and National Parks Permit are payable before departure from the dock in cash or travellers’ cheques, as using a Credit Card will incur a 5% surcharge. Upon return of the vessel, you are required to top off the water and fuel tanks, which you receive full upon boarding the vessel.

BVI Charter Rates shown above are for 6 nights per vessel (min 5 nights except for Christmas and New Year min 7 nights + supplements on selected yachts) with the additional daily rate should you wish to add nights. BVI Charters start and finish at noon. Sleep-aboard (the option of staying on board your yacht at the dock) with the boarding of your vessel available after 5.00 pm, can sometimes be added to the start of your charter at an extra charge of $75.00 per head per night (minimum of $200.00 per night), depending upon yacht availability.

• Hull Damage Waiver Insurance is compulsory for $60.00 (max $600) per day for Monohulls and $70.00 (max $700) per day for Catamarans. Security deposit is $2000 for monohulls and cats 41ft and under, and $5000 for cats 42ft plus. This limits your liability to the security deposit (either $2000 or $5000) per incident relating to the yacht and 3% of hull value per incident if in contravention of the Client Responsibility Agreement or the Charter Contract.
• Skippers  are available from $225.00 per day, Instructors from $275.00 per day and Cooks from $225.00 per day (plus food and gratuity).
• Provisioning – Please refer to our  provisioning page  for more information.
• Windsurfing, kayaks, hammock rentals, SCUBA gear or other water sports  are all available at competitive rates.  Click here for more information.
• Hotel Accommodations throughout the islands can be arranged. Most major credit cards are accepted.  Please check our Accommodations page for more information.
• Learn to Sail – we are an ASA-affiliated Instructing Facility – Please request more details on our courses or click here for more information.

An Environmental levy of $10 per head is payable by all visitors to the BVI on arrival (effective 1st Sept 2017).

Bookings and Cancellations – We require a 50% deposit to confirm the reservation and the balance due of 50% should be received by Horizon Yacht Charters no later than 45 days prior to the charter start date. A full refund less a $200.00 administration fee is given should the reservation be cancelled in writing up to 90 days prior to the charter start date. If the charter is cancelled within 90 days of the charter start date, then a full refund (less $200.00) is made subject to Horizon Yacht Charters reselling the charter space reserved.

Trip Cancellation Insurance: We strongly recommend this as it protects you should anything unforeseen occur before your holiday.  Click Here for more details .

Conditions apply to all charters.

Additional Items

• Cruising Permit $4 pp/pd
• National Parks Permit From $25 per week
• VISAR (Optional) $2 per person
• Mobile phone rental $20 (Duration of charter) Mandatory

Super Size your Dinghy

Why not upgrade your yacht tender during your sailing vacation? Get the crew ashore in style and explore more with an upgraded tender. Only $300 per day. Find out more here .

Super Tender your Vacation with Horizon Yacht Charters!

Licensed for 6 persons, this 15ft RIB with 60HP Yamaha outboard will get you and your crew to snorkelling spots and the beach in style and comfort.

Make your charter yacht vacation a breeze – enjoy the comfort of being able to tie up your yacht for the night and then continue exploring the surrounding bays! You can pick up your mooring ball at the Bight and then head to the Indians or the Caves for a snorkel. If you visit the Dogs, there’s no need to choose only one snorkel spot for your lunch stop, zip around them all!  A swim ladder makes boarding easy from the water.

For popular spots where it’s trickier to find a mooring, the RIB is the perfect alternative. Settle into Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke for the night and then take the RIB to White Bay for the afternoon to enjoy painkillers without the hassle of finding a mooring ball or having to move your yacht for the night.

The North Sound boasts a selection of some of the best dining options in the BVI. There’s no need to settle for only one spot when you have the RIB. Pick up provisions from Leverick Bay, enjoy the plunge pool at Nova in Deep Bay, and then zip back to the sound for sundowners at Saba Rock before enjoying dinner at The Bitter End.

If you have a mix of snorkelers, beachgoers, shoppers and sailors onboard then give your group flexibility by taking the standard dinghy included in your charter as well. This will also remove the need to make multiple dinghy trips ashore for larger groups.

Get more out of your sailing vacation with Horizon- ‘Super Tender’ it!

Contact our reservations team for more information. Exclusively available only to Horizon Charter guests.