USVI sailing itinerary - 7 days

Duration: 7 Days

Distance: 110 nm

Itinerary description by day

Day 1

St. Thomas

Provisioning and overnight at Marina. Upon arrival, take a moment to provision your vessel for the journey ahead. Afterward, unwind with a refreshing drink at the nearby Dive Bar or venture into Red Hook for a taste of local ambiance.

Distance: 0nm

Duration: 0 hours

Day 2

Magen’s Bay

Embark on a scenic sail around the island to reach the renowned shores of Magen’s Bay. Spend the day exploring this picturesque area and indulging in the natural beauty it offers. Located on the north shore of St. Thomas, the bay is well-protected by land on three sides. It is one of the most popular beaches on the island. Night at anchor

Distance: 17nm

Duration: 4 hours

Day 3

Culebrita

Set sails to Culebrita, specifically Bahia Tortuga, hailed as one of the Caribbean's top ten beaches. Beyond its pristine sands and crystal-clear waters, Culebrita boasts a historic lighthouse and natural tide pools known as "pozitas" along its northern shore. Night at anchor

Distance: 18nm

Duration: 5 hours

Day 4

Culebra

Following an overnight stay in Culebrita, enjoy a leisurely downwind sail to Ensenada Honda, Culebra's main harbor. Drop anchor near Cayo Pirata and venture ashore to dine at the Dinghy Dock Restaurant. Explore the quaint town of Dewey or opt for a scenic drive around the island before settling in for the night at Dakiti or Bahia Fulladoza. Provisioning at Ensenada Honda main harbor. Night at anchor atDakiti or Bahia Fulladoza

Distance: 8nm

Duration: 2 hours

Day 5

Vieques

Sail southbound towards Vieques, relishing the journey along the island's eastern coast. Discover the secluded beauty of Bahia de la Chiva, with its horseshoe-shaped harbor and pristine beaches perfect for snorkeling. Night at anchor

Distance: 17nm

Duration: 4 hours

Day 6

St. John

Early morning set up sails to Honeymoon Beach in St. John is a pristine and picturesque stretch of coastline that embodies tranquility and natural beauty. Nestled within the Virgin Islands National Park, this secluded beach offers soft white sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and lush greenery along the shoreline.  Night at anchor

Distance: 34nm

Duration: 9 hours

Day 7

Water Island

On your way back to the marina you may visit water Island is a hidden gem nestled just off the coast of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Despite its small size, this charming island boasts pristine beaches, lush tropical vegetation, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for a peaceful getaway. Anchor at Honeymoon Beach or Elephant Bay.

Distance: 11nm

Duration: 3 hours

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Grigory

United States

Jan 2025

“Clearance into BVI”

It is required to check in / out the boat when you sail to BVI from USVI. Now this procedure can be done online via www.sailclear.com website. On the way back to USVI you may use CBP App to check the vessel to USVI.

Grigory

United States

Dec 2024

“Kite and eFoil rentals”

If you’re planning kite surfing activities during your charter in the USVI, virginwakes.com is a great place to rent equipment. They offer wings, eFoil boards, and even lessons if needed.

12 Knots

United States

Aug 2024

“Sailing to Puerto Rico”

On most charter boats, you may sail to the Spanish Virgin Islands (SVIs) including Vieques and Culebra, as well as sail to Fajardo (Puerto del Rey Marina) and San Juan Harbor. However, these are long distances even for a 2-week charter. There isn’t much to do or see in Fajardo unless you want to take a 30-minute Uber ride into San Juan.

Grigory

United States

Dec 2024

“Scuba Diving equipment rent”

f you plan to go scuba diving during your sailing vacation in the USVI, you can rent all the necessary equipment at admiraltydive.com. Please note that it’s always a good idea to check with the base manager to confirm if bringing dive tanks on board is permitted. In some cases, this equipment may be restricted as it could potentially damage the boat’s deck.

12 Knots

United States

Aug 2024

“Clearance into Puerto Rico and Spanish VI from the USVI is required”

1)You’ll have to clear in to Culebra and/or Vieques when sailing from St. Thomas. This should be done using the CBP ROAM app (https://www.cbp.gov/travel/pleasure-boats/pleasure-boat-overview/roam). The primary charterer should download the app and create an account.

2)Do not register or sign in until the vessel is anchored in the Spanish Virgin Islands. Only when you are safely anchored can you sign in.

3)You will be prompted to upload the passport pages or legal ID of each passenger in one submission.

4)The app will ask for the vessel registration number, which can usually be found in the ship's papers binder and on a sticker on the boat's companionway or door. The yacht should be CBP registered and have the necessary documentation. Please check with your manager to ensure all these papers are in order before the charter, as not all boats may have CBP registration. In some cases, especially with foreign guests or a foreign-registered boat, CBP will initiate a video call with the vessel.