Swap the To-Do List for a BVI Sailing Checklist
Every day our lives are ruled by to-do lists — emails, errands, deadlines. But what if you ripped that up, and replaced it with a new list: hidden coves, coral reefs, rum sips at sunset, turquoise waters? That’s the promise of sailing the BVI with Sunsail.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to turn your to-do list into a BVI sailing checklist, where each item unlocks unforgettable moments. We’ll also spotlight why booking early matters, show you our BVI offerings, and guide you to making that leap.
Why the BVI Deserves a Place on Your List
There’s something magical about sailing the BVI that turns your checklist from mundane to meaningful:
You sail under reliable trade winds, where lines of sight guide your route rather than dead reckoning. Island hopping becomes intuitive, not stressful. Over sixty islands and cays await, everything from quiet anchorages to lively beach bars, all within reach. You don’t need to be a navigational wizard. Sunsail’s BVI base teams live here: they know which secret snorkel spot to drop you off, which mooring to aim for tonight, and which route offers the best wind.
And when it comes to your comfort? You don’t have to compromise. Our award-winning yachts are modern, seaworthy, immaculately maintained, and fitted with everything a sailor needs.
Your Seven Days in the BVI, Simplified
- Unplug. Leave Wickhams Cay II behind and cross the Drake Channel toward Virgin Gorda. Trade your inbox for The Baths: boulders, pools, and hidden caves that turn the noise in your head into silence. Moor up in Spanish Town and let the first calm evening set the tone.
- Slow down. Curve into Gorda Sound and let the water smooth itself out. Pick a mooring that matches your mood — Laverick Bay for a bit of company, Prickly Pear for quiet. Paddle, snorkel, sip something cold on deck. Remember, there’s no wrong choice here.
- Go further. When the wind agrees, cross to Anegada, a place so flat it feels like it shouldn’t exist. Ride a scooter through salt ponds, spot flamingos, and find your own patch of sand. Dinner is lobster, feet in the sand, stars overhead.
- Do nothing. Stay another day, just because you can. Drift, nap, float. Let the boat rock and the hours slip. The best memories usually come from the days you didn’t plan.
- Make your way back. Head toward the eastern cays: Marina Cay, Cooper Island, Trellis Bay, whichever calls you. Swim, snack, laugh, repeat. Every stop feels like the right one.
- Chase one more sunset. If the mood strikes, sail to Jost Van Dyke. Drop anchor in White Bay, wade ashore to the Soggy Dollar, and toast to everything you didn’t do this week.
- Return, unhurried. Glide back to Tortola. Maybe stop for one last swim off Salt Island, maybe don’t. Either way, you’ll arrive with salt in your hair and a to-do list that finally feels complete.
Why Choose Sunsail — Sail Without Compromise
When you charter with Sunsail, you’re opting for certainty and comfort. For over 50 years, we’ve been refining how to make sailing feel effortless and secure.
Our award-winning yachts are built for sailors. They’re modern, solid, well maintained, and packed with everything you truly need, nothing superfluous, nothing fragile. That means you get comfort without fussy details getting in the way.
But yachts don’t sail themselves; that’s why our support promise matters. If something needs attention, our teams are committed to responding fast, getting you back on track, not sitting on hold. We aim to be there when you need us, not days later.
All that comes with the backbone of decades in the BVI. Our local base teams know the winds, reefs, and hidden moorings as well as they know their own backyard. You get expert briefings, suggested routes, and flexible structure, but with room to roam.
In short: you won’t be handing over your comfort or confidence. With Sunsail, you sail freely, backed by experience and support.
Why It’s Worth Planning Ahead
The best sailing weeks don’t wait around. The BVI’s most sought-after yachts and dates tend to fill up quietly, long before the season begins. Booking early isn’t about rushing; it’s about giving yourself the freedom to choose. The yacht that fits you, the route that feels right, the timing that lets it all come together.
Plan it now, sail it later, and arrive knowing every detail’s in place, just wind, water, and your own pace ahead.
Tips & Reminders Before You Cast Off
Provision ahead (bulk items before departure helps), pack light with quick-dry gear, check entry and customs rules (Sunsail’s base info will cover you), build slack days into your plan, and tune into local insight. Every day, talk to the base or other cruisers; the freshest snorkelling tips, hidden bays, or alternate routes often come from someone who’s just sailed there.
Final Thoughts: Your New To-Do List Is Waiting
Swap your email reminders and grocery runs for “Swim The Baths, snorkel The Indians, sip sunsets in White Bay.” With Sunsail’s BVI charter, you get to rewrite your checklist, reclaim your days, and sail with trust and ease.
Ready to chart your BVI checklist? Request your quote now, lock in your ideal yacht, and let your next “To-Do List” become your best adventure yet.
Contributor
Caroline Barbour
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