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Exploring Tobago Cays and the Grenadine Islands

Short Cruises

Excellent Service and Off the Beaten Track Destinations

Grenadines Yacht Charter

Power and Sail Charter Holidays around the Grenadine Islands

Luxury Yacht Charter

Island Hopping on Catamarans and Monohulls

The Windward Islands : Yours to discover

Visit the Real Caribbean

Snorkelling and Diving: Theres nothing better

Enjoy our Fully Crewed Tours and Tailor Made Experiences

Multi Island Windward Holidays

Personalized Travel Planning and Insider Tips

Island Hopping Itineraries

with Luxury Stays Ashore

Custom Packages and Tours

Fun for all the family: Tailor make your experience

Luxury Hotels and Island Resorts

Ideal for Honeymoons and Special Occasions

Caribbean Yacht Charter Holidays

Luxury crewed & skippered yacht charter holidays.

Welcome to SVG Yachting. Our Yacht Charter Company is based in the United Kingdom with a lot of inside knowledge about the Windward Islands - especially the Grenadines. Choose from a range of Skippered Charter Yachts, Crewed Power Yachts, Crewed Monohulls and Crewed Catamarans for your Yacht Charter Holiday. Book a week or take a short cruise around the Islands during your shoreside holiday in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Charters can start from any Island and the most popular routes to include starting charters in Martinique, St Lucia, St Vincent, Bequia, Canouan and Grenada. Charter a yacht or catamaran and explore the beautiful Grenadines islands and beyond. Turquoise water, great winds and idyllic anchorages are the perfect setting for your holiday to remember. Each island in the Grenadines has its unique local charm and character; take the opportunity to spend some time ashore, hike in a rain forest, swim in a waterfall or visit a local market. Snorkeling and diving in the Grenadines are superb.

Luxury Crewed Charters - Monohulls, Catamarans and Power Yachts

A Stress Free Holiday on a Beautiful Yacht with Permanent Crew.

Bareboat charter

Bare minimum. You bring the crew, we supply the yacht.

Skippered Charter

For a worry free holiday, a captain is onboard at all times.

Special Occasions

Looking for something different? Ask us.

Take a day out on the water...

Sail & Villa R&R

Some time at sea coupled with some time on land. The Perfect Balance.

Take a few days and explore the Grenadines a day at a time.

Guest Testimonials

Book now for 2025, special offers.

10% OFF SELECTED SUMMER DATES SUMMER CREWED YACHTS (POWER AND SAIL) SHORT CRUISE SPECIALS  ENQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS FAMILY CHARTER DISCOUNTS

TOLL FREE NUMBER FOR OUR USA & CANADIAN clients : Tel:+1 855 533 5035

Upcoming events in svg.

Flights available from New York (JFK), Miami and Toronto and London (UK) to St Vincent direct More information on our Travel Page

What’s next in Bequia and the Grenadines?

• Bequia Music Festival – Late Jan to Early February
• Mystique Blues Festival – Late Jan to Early February
• Bequia Easter Regatta – Mid April
• Union Island Easterval – April
• St Lucia Jazz Festival – Early May
• Saint Vincent Carnival -Late June / Early July
• St Lucia Carnival – Mid July
• Grenada Carnival – Early August

High Quality Service with Years of Experience

We've built a team to be proud of and we are recognised for our quality service and caring nature year after year.

Charter Yacht Brokers Association Recognized CYBA Member Since 2020

Travelers' Choice 2015

British marine leisure boating, check out our latest adventures.

New RYA School in the Grenadines

Sail Grenadines were particularly interested in our online RYA Day Skipper theory course to supplement their practical RYA Day Skipper training. Rather than students spend their time learning the theory in a classroom on holiday, students take their time at home beforehand getting the theory out of the way. Then once in the Grenadines, students can spend their valuable Caribbean time doing just the practical with the wind in their face and hands on the helm and without the pressure of study and testing.

The RYA Day Skipper practical is taught over a period of 6 days. During that time, students learn to become a competent skipper and since the environment is the gorgeous waters of the Caribbean and the Grenadines, students also gain a good insight into what to takes to be a successful yacht charter skipper.

So here is a cool suggestion, knock out the RYA Day Skipper theory course online at home in your own time. Then book a sailing training holiday with you and a friend, lover, or family member to do the practical course in the Grenadines with Sail Grenadines or you can go by yourself and meet some fun like minded people. You’ll spend 6 days having a blast. Our team here at NauticEd can make the reservation for you, so that you are properly integrating the theory and practical.

Inquire about the RYA Day Skipper practical course in the Grenadines here.

Update: Katie emailed me today their schedule for RYA courses in the upcoming season.

So here it is. Feel free to contact us about any of these days 6 day courses. Most start at 9:30 am in Bequia Island unless noted but we can arrange a pick up in St. Vincent the evening before.

Prices are $1000 low season, 1350 mid season and $1500 high season. 20% discount if you bring a friend and share a cabin. Additional expenses are food, customs, and incidental mooring fees shared.

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 Thinking about May 2018 onwards? Contact us we will set something up.

My vision for NauticEd is to provide the highest quality sailing and boating education available - and deliver competence wherever sailors live and go.

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RYA training around the world

Since RYA Training began in 1970, its international reach has expanded well beyond UK waters, with courses now available at over 2,400 RYA recognised training centres across 58 countries worldwide.

Although the weather, sea conditions and local marine laws may vary between locations, the syllabus of each course is standardised. Comprehensive instructor training and impeccable training centre standards mean that the quality of teaching is outstanding across the board. So, while the climate may be considerably different for an RYA Day Skipper course  held in the UK compared to the equivalent in Australia, you can be certain that the teachings will be the same. 

With RYA training now renowned the world over for its reputable teaching standards and RYA qualifications considered a trusted gauge of high-level sailing competence on a global scale, RYA courses are creating waves of change within the sport internationally.

Here, we speak to RYA training centres across the globe to find out about how RYA training has impacted the development of international sailing activities. 

RYA Training in Europe

Fancy learning how to skipper a sailing yacht in exciting new waters or want to complete the RYA Powerboat Level 2 course  in sunnier climes? Well, with over 600 RYA training centres located in Europe, there are plenty of schools to choose from. 

Corfu Sea School offers a wide range of courses for its students including RYA Day Skipper and Competent Crew. 

Steve Hills, the school’s Principal, and an RYA Yachtmaster™ Instructor and Examiner, tells us that being an RYA recognised training centre has really helped to raise awareness of the school in the local area. Furthermore, by only providing RYA courses, the centre poses little competitive threat to local yacht charter companies, allowing them to collaborate with other businesses for mutual benefit.

And it’s not just about raising the profile of the business; offering RYA training courses in Greece has significantly benefited Steve’s students too. Not only can they learn about stern-to-moorings and local customs, but they can also enjoy sailing in a temperate climate. 

Steve and his team also take time to put students in contact with reputable charter companies and ensure they understand how to get the most from the area when going ashore. This combination of courses along with expert local knowledge gives students a good variety of skills and experience that boosts their confidence to explore and enjoy the scenic cruising grounds of Greece, no matter how far away from home they are.

RYA Training Courses Down Under

In 2002, the RYA Yachtmaster™ scheme  was expanded overseas, and RYA training centres were soon established in the USA, Australia and New Zealand. 

Based on the sun-drenched shoreline of Manly in Queensland, Australia, Southern Cross Yachting was set up in 1997. In 2003, it was the first school to gain RYA recognition in Australia. The school’s Principal, Mike Job, tells us that becoming an RYA training centre was an easy decision and the transition was seamless,

“I had been a senior Instructor at an RYA school in the UK before returning to Aus to open Southern Cross Yachting, so we were already following RYA guidelines when we gained our RYA training recognition,” says Mike. “Our location also helps. Moreton Bay, with its busy commercial port, numerous harbours and anchorages, quiet creeks, large tidal range and sandbanks and reefs, is like the Solent with sunshine!”

Mike tells us that becoming an RYA recognised training centre has meant that his students have access to all the training materials and resources that the RYA provides, as well as the excellent instructor training and support. But it is the wide recognition and acceptance of RYA qualifications around the world that is the biggest benefit for those who learn with him.

In 2008, the RYA Yachtmaster™ scheme became the National Yacht training programme of Australia.

“We are incredibly proud to be an RYA training centre,” explains Mike, “the brand is recognised in Australia as the industry standard.” 

Furthermore, RYA training courses have allowed Mike’s students to achieve incredible lifelong goals. From competing in the Sydney to Hobart race and circumnavigating the world to skippering a winning entry in the Clipper Round the World Race and crossing oceans single-handed, Mike is very proud of his students’ successes. He also recognises the value that RYA training can bring to people who are just starting out in sailing and want to get out on the water for the first time,

“The multitude of people that have simply come to take up sailing, who we have been able to help fulfil dreams and change their lives with RYA training, is what makes it all worthwhile.”

Training International Crew

After working as a yacht captain on private yachts, Steve Jakeway began a career in powerboat training. He qualified as an RYA Instructor and gained many years of experience teaching before opening The Ocean Academy in Florida in 2019. Steve knew from the very beginning that he wanted his school to be an RYA recognised training centre.

“I have always been impressed at the quality, integrity and leadership of the RYA. When it was time to start my own school, it was an easy decision. There is no better training scheme in the world, in my opinion, and the excellent reputation of the RYA globally has helped my school to thrive,” Steve explains. 

And it seems that the training is working; Steve tells us that many of his students have benefited significantly from the high standards of training that the RYA courses deliver and have made substantial progress in their careers as a result.

“I have dozens of examples of yacht crew that have advanced in their positions, many starting with basic level courses and advancing to Chief Mate or Captain,” he explains. “Many others have benefitted from the excellent RYA training to enter the MCA OOW programs and beyond .”

This clearly shows the positive, life-changing impact that RYA training can have on students. Not only can they look forward to a lifelong career in the marine industry, but their RYA qualifications can also help them find work anywhere in the world. 

RYA Training in Multiple Languages 

In 2004, the RYA granted the first rights for RYA Publications to be licensed in Spanish, German, Japanese and many other languages. Then, in 2018, RYA training courses were delivered in a foreign language for the very first time with the dinghy and windsurfing schemes becoming available in Mandarin at RYA recognised training centres in China.

Since this significant milestone in RYA training history, the RYA has worked closely with the Chinese Yachting Association to help make sailing more accessible and mainstream in China. RYA Director of Training and Qualifications, Richard Falk, commented at the time: 

“We are delighted to be working with the CYA to further develop the provision of sailing in China. Through this exciting collaboration, we hope to make RYA recognition more accessible to Chinese training centres and to drive opportunities for instructor training, ultimately promoting and supporting the growth of sailing more generally within China.”

At the time of the launch, the CYA Vice General-Secretary, Danqing Fu, commented on the high standards of RYA training and the benefit of RYA training centres to the sport’s future in China,

“The CYA is dedicated to increasing the accessibility of training in order to promote the sport of sailing, in a safe and more standardised way. RYA training is known as the very highest standard, and we are pleased to be working together to boost the development of the Chinese sailing industry and to popularise sailing among the youth and masses in China.”

In the future, it is hoped that RYA training will be made even more accessible to international students, with people from all over the world able to enrol on an RYA course in their chosen location.

50 Years of RYA Training

The RYA introduced the dinghy and coaching schemes in 1970 to help clubs and sailing schools by providing a national syllabus and method of learning to sail. Fifty years on, the RYA has a network of more than 2,400 training centres in 58 countries and supports the delivery of over 100 courses.

Read about the 50 th anniversary celebrations at www.rya.org.uk/go/50years . Or to join the millions of boaters who have trained with the RYA, visit www.rya.org.uk/training .

For more information about becoming an RYA recognised training centre and to register an expression of interest, please click here . 

Sailing Qualifications

To skipper a bareboat charter or flotilla yacht, you need to hold a practical sailing certificate equivalent to RYA Day Skipper Practical qualification or RYA International Certificate of Competence (ICC) . For charters in Greece, you must now have the ICC certificate . You must also be assisted by at least one competent crew member over the age of 18.

The port authorities in Greece are now insisting on one of the following practical certificates: RYA ICC (International Certificate of Competence), RYA Coastal, RYA Yachtmaster, ASA IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) or the IYT (International Yacht Training) Passport. If you hold an RYA Day Skipper or ASA104 it will no longer be accepted and you need to obtain either an ICC or IPC from the corresponding issuing body (RYA or ASA). If your RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster or ASA105/106 certificate is more than 12 years old and does not have a photo ID, then we would also strongly advise applying for an ICC or IPC. If you are a member of the RYA or ASA, you may qualify for a discount or free certificate, otherwise, you will have to pay. The approximate cost is £50. Please use this link - RYA application for the ICC or ASA application for the IPC.

For charters in Croatia, Malta and the Canaries , at least one member of the crew or the skipper will also need a VHF licence .

RYA qualifications can be obtained by RYA sailing schools in the UK or alternatively choose from one of our overseas centres in Gibraltar, Greece or Turkey .

For  Seychelles,  the local authorities require an ICC for the skipper of a bareboat or flotilla yacht charter.

For Caribbean and Tropical charters, formal qualifications are not compulsory, however, you should be Day Skipper standard and be assisted by at least one competent crew . A brief sailing resume should be provided to outline your experience.

For Thailand A Day Skipper qualification is required as a minimum and you must have at least 3 weeks of skippering experience prior to your charter. A VHF qualification is compulsory.

If you don't hold the relevant qualifications then why not add a skipper ?

Sailing Levels

Winds force 2-3 (4-11 Knots)combined with generally shorter distances. Good for beginner or intermediate sailors. Line-of-sight navigation but basic knowledge of charts and ability to plot your position required.

Winds force 3-5 (7-21 Knots) with approximately 15-20nm per day. Intermediate experience required. Predominately line of sight navigation but an understanding of how to sail in open water.

Winds force 4-6 (11-27 Knots) with mileage of approximately 20nm+ per day. Ideal for experienced skippers looking to venture out to new destinations. Day skipper standard but with experienced crew would be recommended.

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Sailing holidays in the grenadines.

Choose a yacht charter in the Grenadines, sailing from Grenada or St Vincent, to explore this chain of enchanting islands with soft white sand, turquoise seas and spectacular coral reefs.

The lush green islands of the Grenadines rise up out of the emerald Caribbean Sea stretching from the Spice Island of Grenada in the south as far as St Vincent, 50 miles to the north. These beautiful, unspoilt islands each have a unique character and it is worthwhile giving yourself plenty of time to explore the archipelago. A fantastic way to maximise your time spent on your Grenadines yacht charter is to choose a one-way charter from St Vincent to Grenada or vice versa, ensuring you can experience as much of this idyllic Caribbean sailing area as possible. 

Visit the islands of Carriacou, Union, Bequia, Mustique, Mayreau and Canouan and anchor in the fabulous Tobago Cays, a breathtakingly beautiful national park. The Tobago Cays are a highlight of sailing holidays in the Grenadines with outstanding snorkelling and diving. Jump into the crystal clear waters to discover the abundant marine life including turtles and stingrays. A night under the stars in the marine park is an unforgettable experience. 

The Grenadines are one of the great yacht cruising areas in the world. The peace and solitude found in the many bays and anchorages is second to none and the laidback air of the islanders is infectious, making you feel instantly welcome. With a charter base located at each end of the archipelago, both with a range of monohulls and catamarans available to charter, you now have even more options and flexibility for your sailing holiday in the Grenadines.

Grenada & St Vincent Yacht Charter

Sailing holidays in the Grenadines

•  Flights are available with BA and Virgin
•  Explore the stunning coral reefs of the Tobago Cays
•  Rub shoulders with the rich and famous on Mustique
•  Known as the 'Spice Island', be sure to try Grenada's infamous nutmeg
•  Why not try a one way charter between St Vincent and Grenada
•  Level 2 sailing
•  Average temperatures of around 30 degrees
•  Average winds force 3-5
•  An idyllic caribbean escape away from the crowds
•  Mostly anchorages in this area
•  Flexible start and finish dates possible

Suggested Sailing Itineraries

Suggested 1 week sailing itinerary from grenada,  day 1 : carriacou (30nm).

From base at True Blue Bay, make an early start for an exhilarating day sailing to Tyrrel Bay, on the island of Carriacou. Anchor amongst the local fishing boats and dine ashore or BBQ the fish you caught on the passage from Grenada!

 DAY 2 : Petit St. Vincent (10nm)

Take a swim at Sandy Island, a flawless sandy spit with no more than half a dozen palm trees, before visiting Hillsborough to pick up fresh fruit and vegetables at the market, as well as to clear out of Grenadian territory. Sail over to Petit St. Vincent and anchor behind the reef to the north east of the island. Dinghy ashore for an excellent meal at the exclusive hotel on PSV.

 DAY 3 : Mayreau (12nm)

The dramatic peaks of Union Island are a short down-wind sail away. Enter Clifton Harbour and complete check-in formalities for St. Vincent territory. Set sail for palm-lined Saltwhistle Bay on the north west shore of Mayreau. Snorkel the reef on Grand Col Point. Hidden behind the pristine beach and palms of Saltwhistle Bay nestles a fine resort where you can enjoy dinner Flintstone-style on rock tables.

 DAY 4 : Tobago Cays (5nm)

Take an early morning stroll to the top of Mayreau and enjoy the magnificent views of the Tobago Cays and surrounding islands. Navigate the channel to the Tobago Cays under the midday sunlight. The horseshoe reef offers limitless snorkeling and some fine drift dives. Dine aboard under the stars, in the knowledge that you are in one of the most spectacular anchorages on earth.

 DAY 5 : Tyrrel Bay (15nm)

Sail back to cosmopolitan Clifton Harbour to check out of St. Vincent territory, then ease the sheets for a great down-wind sail to Tyrrel Bay on Carriacou.

 DAY 6 : Prickly Bay (35nm)

One last passage to Grenada and overnight at Prickly Bay, a large tranquil bay on the south coast of Grenada. Enjoy exclusive dining at one of the best restaurants on the island. At weekends, dance the night away to the local sounds of the steel pan band at the Boatyard.

 DAY 7 : True Blue Bay Marina (5nm)

A short leisurely sail brings you back around to True Blue Bay Marina for a noon finish.

Suggested 1 week sailing itinerary from St Vincent

 day 1 : mustique.

After a comprehensive chart and yacht briefing at the base in Blue Lagoon Marina on the south west coast of St. Vincent, set sail for a brief 2 hour passage to Mustique. Pick up a mooring in Britannia Bay, before heading ashore for cocktails at Basil’s Bar, or catch a taxi up the hill to the Firefly Restaurant for sundowners and a glorious dinner.

 DAY 2 : Tobago Cays

After breakfast set sail for the beautiful Tobago Cays, one of the World’s most breathtaking anchorages. The anchorage is protected by an enormous horseshoe reef which also provides amazing snorkeling. You can swim with the turtles that feed around the five islands that make up the Cays, or explore ashore with the nearly tame iguanas and tortoises. In the evening you can arrange a wonderful lobster or fish beach BBQ with one of the local guides, or light up the BBQ yourself on board and dine under the stars.

 DAY 3 : Petit St Vincent

Leaving the Cays by the northern entrance enjoy an exhilarating reach past Mayreau and Union before reaching the sheltered waters of Petit St Vincent. Explore the tiny sand islet of Mopion with a single coconut thatch sun shelter before heading over to the PSV anchorage overnight. Dine exclusively at the resort or arrange a water taxi for excellent local food at Palm Beach Restaurant on Petite Martinique. Top off with water and fuel if required on Petite Martinique in the morning.

 DAY 4 : Chatham Bay, Union Island

Sail downwind for an hour to Chatham Bay. This large anchorage has a sweeping beach under high hills. There is excellent snorkeling along the north side of the bay and some great walking ashore. For dinner head for Seckie and Vanessa’s restaurant on the beach, in season this frequently ends up as a dancing party in the sand.

 DAY 5 : Salt Whistle Bay

A short sail to Mayreau in the morning, dropping anchor in Salt Whistle Bay, a palm fringed semi-circle of white sand. There’s some good walking here, but most worthwhile is the short hike to the top of the hill and the breathtaking view from the Catholic Church. For dinner try Dennis’s Hideaway in the village, a short climb up the hill from Saline Bay.

 DAY 6 : Bequia

Set out for a four hour romping sail to Bequia, arriving in time for lunch before setting off to explore the island. This island is one of the most laid back and attractive islands of the whole Caribbean – absolutely perfect for your last night. Restaurants and bars abound, choose between local fare and fine dining according to your taste and budget. Shore side activities include a guided tour of the island including a visit to the Turtle Sanctuary. For the more active there are numerous hiking trails around Bequia with superb views from the hill tops.

 DAY 7 : Blue Lagoon Marina

A short but exciting sail brings you back to Blue Lagoon Marina in time for a noon finish.

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Please note: Prices may be subject to change. Compulsory and Optional extras will be added to your quote.

Temperatures in the Grenadines are around 30°C all year with short tropical rain showers, especially in July to October. Trade winds at 20-25 knots during the peak winter months, north-easterly and lighter in the summer. Passages are more exposed than in the BVI, but islands are no more than three hours sail apart.

We have rated this destination a 'Level 2-3'  (levels info)

Getting There

Flights to grenada.

Flights are available with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic , both with short stops in St Lucia.

Flights to St Vincent

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic have daily flights from Gatwick to Barbados, with connecting flights to St Vincent.

We recommend all clients pre-book transfers from the airport to the base as some flights arrive later in the evening. A transfer from Grenada airport to True Blue Bay Marina takes approximately 10 minutes and from St Vincent airport to Blue Lagoon Marina the transfer is also approximately 10 minutes.

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For more information on things to see and do in St Vincent and the Grenadines on your yacht charter please click HERE and  HERE

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• Yachts Crewed Monohulls
• About Us Guest Testimonials
• The Grenadines Sailing Area
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Crewed Yacht Charters

Exploring Tobago Cays and the Grenadine Islands

Short Cruises

Excellent Service and Off the Beaten Track Destinations

Grenadines Yacht Charter

Power and Sail Charter Holidays around the Grenadine Islands

Luxury Yacht Charter

Island Hopping on Catamarans and Monohulls

The Windward Islands : Yours to discover

Visit the Real Caribbean

Snorkelling and Diving: Theres nothing better

Enjoy our Fully Crewed Tours and Tailor Made Experiences

Multi Island Windward Holidays

Personalized Travel Planning and Insider Tips

Island Hopping Itineraries

with Luxury Stays Ashore

Custom Packages and Tours

Fun for all the family: Tailor make your experience

Luxury Hotels and Island Resorts

Ideal for Honeymoons and Special Occasions

Caribbean Yacht Charter Holidays

Luxury crewed & skippered yacht charter holidays.

Welcome to SVG Yachting. Our Yacht Charter Company is based in the United Kingdom with a lot of inside knowledge about the Windward Islands - especially the Grenadines. Choose from a range of Skippered Charter Yachts, Crewed Power Yachts, Crewed Monohulls and Crewed Catamarans for your Yacht Charter Holiday. Book a week or take a short cruise around the Islands during your shoreside holiday in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Charters can start from any Island and the most popular routes to include starting charters in Martinique, St Lucia, St Vincent, Bequia, Canouan and Grenada. Charter a yacht or catamaran and explore the beautiful Grenadines islands and beyond. Turquoise water, great winds and idyllic anchorages are the perfect setting for your holiday to remember. Each island in the Grenadines has its unique local charm and character; take the opportunity to spend some time ashore, hike in a rain forest, swim in a waterfall or visit a local market. Snorkeling and diving in the Grenadines are superb.

Luxury Crewed Charters - Monohulls, Catamarans and Power Yachts

A Stress Free Holiday on a Beautiful Yacht with Permanent Crew.

Bareboat charter

Bare minimum. You bring the crew, we supply the yacht.

Skippered Charter

For a worry free holiday, a captain is onboard at all times.

Special Occasions

Looking for something different? Ask us.

Take a day out on the water...

Sail & Villa R&R

Some time at sea coupled with some time on land. The Perfect Balance.

Take a few days and explore the Grenadines a day at a time.

Guest Testimonials

Book now for 2025, special offers.

10% OFF SELECTED SUMMER DATES SUMMER CREWED YACHTS (POWER AND SAIL) SHORT CRUISE SPECIALS  ENQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS FAMILY CHARTER DISCOUNTS

TOLL FREE NUMBER FOR OUR USA & CANADIAN clients : Tel:+1 855 533 5035

Upcoming events in svg.

Flights available from New York (JFK), Miami and Toronto and London (UK) to St Vincent direct More information on our Travel Page

What’s next in Bequia and the Grenadines?

• Bequia Music Festival – Late Jan to Early February
• Mystique Blues Festival – Late Jan to Early February
• Bequia Easter Regatta – Mid April
• Union Island Easterval – April
• St Lucia Jazz Festival – Early May
• Saint Vincent Carnival -Late June / Early July
• St Lucia Carnival – Mid July
• Grenada Carnival – Early August

High Quality Service with Years of Experience

We've built a team to be proud of and we are recognised for our quality service and caring nature year after year.

Charter Yacht Brokers Association Recognized CYBA Member Since 2020

Travelers' Choice 2015

British marine leisure boating, check out our latest adventures.

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Caribbean Skippered Yacht Charters & Regattas

Realise your dream vacation on our enchanting Caribbean skippered yacht charters.

To find out more about our Caribbean crewed yacht charters and regatta charters, please visit the following individual pages.

C aribbean Crewed Yacht Charters in Grenada & the Grenadines

Grenada & the Grenadines is an amazing holiday destination to cruise and explore. Discover deserted white-sand islands, fringed with palm trees and turquoise water. Climb a volcanic mountain through lush tropical rainforest. Enjoy the world-class snorkelling and fishing as you sail around dramatic islands. The scenery is truly breath-taking; best viewed from one of Bluewater Sailing’s Caribbean crewed yacht charters.

The diversity found in Grenada & the Grenadines is simply astounding, and there is something for everyone on our Caribbean crewed yacht charters. Guests can enjoy relaxing on board and taking in the natural beauty; or, you can get on land to explore the friendly culture and traditions of the islands.

Caribbean Regatta Racing Charters

Always wanted to experience the thrill of competing in a world-class Caribbean regatta? Or maybe you are a seasoned sailor who wants to crew on a fun and competitive yacht? Whatever your level of expertise, you can join our race clinics and dynamic team to compete in regattas such as Antigua Sailing Week, Grenada Sailing Week, Carriacou Regatta Festival and Bequia Easter Regatta. We also offer mile-building cruises as we sail to the regattas, with the opportunity to complete a range of RYA Training courses on the way. A great way to see the Lesser Antilles and enjoy an amazing regatta charter vacation too!

Caribbean Mile Building Charters

Mile building sailing charters are designed for skippers who need to increase their ocean experience and sea time. Bluewater Sailing offers Caribbean mile building sailing for skippers who need to gain more sailing experience and logged sea miles. We offer mile building charters on the way to and from regattas, or as dedicated charters for 7 days, 10 days or 14 days.

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Sailing schools and courses (ISSA, RYA, IYT) in Russia

The possibilities for yachting in russia are unlimited, since this is a country with a long maritime history. you just need to choose where you want to sail. small and big lakes, full-flowing rivers, warm and cold seas — all this is available to those who want to try sailing in this country..

Practical yachting

You will be able to master the skills of sailing; learn to feel the boat, approach and leave the pier, learn about the safety measures on the water and much more.

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International Bareboat Skipper (IYT) Course

Having received the International Bareboat Skipper Certificate, you can independently charter a yacht on a charter and operate it in the waters of any country.

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ISSA Offshore Skipper course

The certificated confirms the skills sufficient to sail the yacht in light and dark hours at a distance from a sheltered port up to 100 sea miles.

IYT International Crew course

This is a certificate of excellence for those candidates who wish to train to become an active crew member on a power or sailing yacht. It includes Introduction to Boating for power and sail yachts.

IYT Introductory Sailing Skills course

This course is great for groups of friends or like-minded people to get together for a few days of fun sailing while learning skills to better help as crew onboard.

IYT Try Sailing Course

It’s a fun hands-on course to enjoy being on the water while learning basic sailing skills.

Yacht management training in the Moscow region

In three hours of training, you will learn the basic techniques of managing a yacht, learn some of the specifics of working with a yacht, a helm, sails.

RYA Coastal Skipper course

Advanced skippering techniques for yachtsmen with considerable knowledge of sailing and navigation, wanting to undertake coastal passages by day and night.

RYA Competent Crew course

This course is for beginners and those who would like to become active crew members rather than just passengers.

RYA Day Skipper course

A course for aspiring skippers with some yachting experience and basic navigation and sailing skills.

RYA Start Yachting course

A short introduction to sailing for complete beginners.

5th Moscow Boat Show, March 20-25, 2012

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Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 5th edition of the International exhibition of yachts and boats –  Moscow Boat Show , held from March 20 to 25, 2012 will be hosted by the first pavilion of Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre. This popular show is dedicated not only to the specialists of the market segment and professional sportsmen but also to those who consider sailing sport to be their hobby and well cherished dream.

The project is the result of joint efforts of the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre and the National Marine Industry Association. The event is supported by Aston Martin Moscow, Burevestnik Group logistics department and the Yachting specialized magazine. Moscow Boat Show is the largest project in Russia presenting all the best in the world of yachting.

The exhibition annually shows high level of attendance and has already proved as significant and noteworthy event in the world of yachts and boats. Every year new exhibitors join the list of participants, genuine “sharks” of yachting business, the quantity of visitors considerably increases and the exposition becomes more sated and diverse.

The best companies professionally involved into yachting and small navigation business – 180 exhibitors from 17 regions of the Russian Federation and 15 countries traditionally presented the best and the newest in the world of yachting at 2011 edition: from design and facilitation of vessels and up to cruising and training courses for beginning skippers. In 2011 the overall exhibit space comprised 18 000 sq m. More than 25 000 visitors came to the show.

This year the exposition space will increase up to 30 000 sq m and will be accommodated in 4 exhibition halls. The scale of the project confirms confident positions of its positive development. The organizers will try to arrange a genuine fiesta of water on land!

Quite a number of foreign exhibitors will participate in the show. Foreign companies show increasing interest to yachting business in Russia.

Moscow Boat Show provides the perfect platform from which to preview new products, evaluate market trends, and establish long-lasting and commercially profitable partnerships. Despite the dynamic changes taking place in Russia and the rapid growth of the yachting sector, the show continues to complement and reflect the industry’s demand and is a promotional opportunity not to be missed!

As its popularity and success rate has grown over the last years Moscow Boat Show 2012 has developed to incorporate more than just an exhibition. These special events serve to attract leading exhibitors and visitors and allow all participants the chance to broaden their knowledge and of course their sales potential.

Moscow Boat Show helps representatives of yachting business to get acquainted with their Russian colleagues and gradually improves national yachting market to a new level. It is obvious that for 4 years of its running the project has turned to a status event of the international exhibitions calendar. The organizers of the exhibition aim to bring together on the same platform all key national and worldwide players and to offer an excellent platform to encourage networking among specialists and visitors in order to accelerate the development in this field as well as implementing new technologies, the newest equipment, materials and components.

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Caribbean RYA Sailing Tuition

The distance you venture is ultimately your decision. RYA training provides you with the maritime skills required to achieve your sailing dreams.

RYA Theory Courses

Grenada Bluewater Sailing runs RYA theory courses on Grenada. After that, the next step is to attend an RYA practical sailing course to put those skills into action!

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These one day RYA specialist short courses expand your knowledge and skills in specific areas.

Designed to be taken as stand alone courses, although they also complement RYA practical and theoretical training. Some of the RYA specialist short courses are prerequisites for higher sailing qualifications. For example, the Marine Radio Short Range Certificate is required for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence .

If you have any course questions about the RYA specialist short courses, then please contact Grenada Bluewater Sailing and we will assist you with your training queries. You can check our course schedule to see pre-booked dates for all of the RYA specialist short courses.

RYA Diesel Engine

Learn to prevent and solve diesel engine failure..

Cruisers don’t need to have a detailed mechanical knowledge; although it is good to understand how your engine works, how to keep it healthy by using basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown.

On board Chao Lay , Grenada Bluewater Sailing will teach you the key skills required, not just save you money, but maybe to save your life in the event of an engine failure.

Course topics include:

• The principles of diesel engine operation
• The systems and parts of the engine
• Fault finding
• Rectification of common problems
• Bleeding the fuel system
• Changing the impeller
• Routine maintenance
• Winter lay up procedures.

RYA Marine Radio (SRC)

Learn how to correctly use a fixed or hand-held marine vhf radio..

A VHF radio is an important piece of safety equipment on board a boat and it is vital to understand the correct usage procedures. Unnecessary transmissions could block out a Mayday distress call. This is why the Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification, required by British law, to control the operation of VHF and VHF (DSC)  equipment. This includes both fixed and hand-held equipment using international channels.

Grenada Bluewater Sailing offers students an online study course , with the final assessment taken in person at the training centre.

If you have the pre-1999 VHF licence and purchase new equipment, you need to upgrade your qualification with Bluewater Sailing. This can be done by completing the online course and/or, if no tuition is required, we can enter you for direct examination.

• The basics of radio operation
• The correct frequencies (channels) to be used
• Distress, emergency and medical assistance procedures
• Making ship to shore telephone calls
• Digital Selective Calling (DSC) using simulators
• Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
• Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB)
• Search and Rescue (SART).

Learn to understand the use of radar as an aid to navigation and collision avoidance.

The International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea state that if you have a radar, you must know how to correctly use it. This RYA specialist short course meets those standards.

• How the radar set works
• How its adjustments and features affect the way it works
• Target definition
• Radar reflectors
• Types of radar display
• Radar plotting
• The use of radar in navigation and collision avoidance.

RYA First Aid

Important first aid procedures with a boating perspective. this course is designed for anyone who goes afloat on all types of sea vessel..

The RYA First Aid course meets the requirements for:

• Professional skippers of small craft working within 60 miles of a safe haven, including Boatmasters.
• The Senior First Aid certificate needed by offshore racers subject to ISAF’s regulations on first aid training (OSR 4.08.4).

The subjects covered that are specific to boating include:

• The recovery position in a confined space
• CPR – including the drowning protocol
• Cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and exposure
• Seasickness and dehydration
• Medical assistance or advice by VHF
• Helicopter rescue.

Use our Course Schedule to check availability and the Booking Request Form to reserve your place on one of these specialist short courses.