14-Day Circumnavigation

Total Distance: ~260 NM This itinerary brings together the spirit of voyaging with leisure and the spirit of the Virgin Islands diverse islands. Over the 14-day voyage, we explore the stretch of islands from British, US, and Spanish circumnavigating the largest archipleago in the Caribbean. Approximate itinerary:

Day 1 – Arrival and Overnight at Hodges Creek Marina

Board your yacht at 7:00 PM at Hodges Creek Marina on Tortola. Settle in, stow provisions, review the safety briefing, and enjoy your first Caribbean evening dockside. Dine aboard or at the marina restaurant. Early to bed for an early start.

Day 2 – Hodges Creek to Virgin Gorda (The Baths & North Sound) – 22 NM

Cast off by 9:00 AM for a beautiful sail up the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Stop midday to explore The Baths—giant granite boulders, secret grottoes, and warm turquoise waters. Continue to North Sound and anchor near Leverick Bay or Prickly Pear for the night.

Day 3 – Virgin Gorda to Anegada – 14 NM

An early morning departure takes you north to the flat, coral island of Anegada. Navigate through the reef and anchor at Setting Point. Rent scooters to explore Loblolly Bay, Cow Wreck Beach, and enjoy Anegada’s signature grilled lobster at sunset.

Day 4 – Anegada to Jost Van Dyke – 32 NM

A longer sail westward today to the charming island of Jost Van Dyke. Arrive mid-afternoon in White Bay for a swim and a drink at the Soggy Dollar Bar. Then shift to Great Harbour for the night and check out Foxy’s famous beach bar.

Day 5 – Jost Van Dyke to St. John (Cruz Bay & Maho Bay) – 15 NM

Sail to Cruz Bay, St. John, to clear into U.S. waters. Enjoy a walk around town or top off supplies. Then head to Maho or Francis Bay for a peaceful mooring and some of the best turtle snorkeling in the Virgin Islands.

Day 6 & 7 – St. John

Free-day to explore St. John with excursions inland and celebrations ashore.

Day 8 – Culebra (Flamenco Beach & Snorkeling) – 10 NM (local)

Spend the day exploring Culebra. Visit the stunning Flamenco Beach, snorkel at Tamarindo or Carlos Rosario, and relax at anchor. Overnight in Ensenada Honda or the calm, reef-protected Dakity anchorage.

Day 9 – Culebra to Vieques (Esperanza) – 25 NM

Sail south to the wild island of Vieques. Anchor off Esperanza’s colorful waterfront. Stroll the Malecón, dine ashore, and cap off the evening with a guided kayak tour of bioluminescent Mosquito Bay—unforgettable.

Day 10 – Vieques (Southern Beaches) – 10 NM (local)

Cruise east along Vieques’ southern coast. Anchor off Playa La Chiva or Caracas Beach for swimming, snorkeling, and solitude. Enjoy a quiet dinner on board or return to Esperanza for one more evening in town.

Day 11 – Vieques to St. Croix (Christiansted) – 45 NM

Depart early for a beam reach across to St. Croix. Drop anchor near Christiansted and explore the historic town with its Danish colonial charm, boardwalk bars, and coral-stone buildings. Try some local cuisine ashore.

Day 12 – St. Croix to Buck Island and Return – 12 NM round-trip

Sail to Buck Island National Monument for hiking, beach lounging, and snorkeling the famous underwater trail. Return to Christiansted or Green Cay for your last night in St. Croix waters.

Day 13 – St. Croix to Norman Island – 40 NM

Sail north to Norman Island, back in the BVIs. Anchor in The Bight and enjoy snorkeling at the caves or a celebratory dinner on the floating bar Willy T. A perfect spot for your final night aVit anchor.

Day 14 – Norman Island to Hodges Creek Marina – 10 NM

Weigh anchor early for a short sail back to Hodges Creek. Arrive by 10:00 AM to fuel up, check in, and complete your full-circle exploration of the Virgin Islands.