Jost Van Dyke Yacht Charter

Turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and legendary beach bars
AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

A Jost Van Dyke yacht charter offers an authentic and vibrant Caribbean experience, blending world-class sailing with laid-back island charm. As one of the smallest but most celebrated islands in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), Jost Van Dyke is renowned for its turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and legendary beach bars. The island’s most famous anchorage, Great Harbour, is home to the iconic Foxy’s Tamarind Bar, a must-visit for its lively atmosphere, local rum cocktails, and famous New Year’s Eve parties. Just around the corner, White Bay boasts one of the most stunning beaches in the Caribbean, where the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar serves its signature Painkiller cocktail to guests arriving by tender. For a more secluded experience, charter guests can explore Little Jost Van Dyke and Sandy Cay, offering untouched beaches and excellent snorkeling. Adventurers can also visit the natural rock pools of Bubbly Pool, a unique tidal jacuzzi on the island’s northeast coast. Whether indulging in the island’s famous beach culture, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, or enjoying the warm hospitality of its residents, Jost Van Dyke is an essential stop on any luxury yacht charter through the BVI.

LOCAL INFORMATION
Country Code
+1
Population
30,300
Currencies
US dollar
Language
English
Territory
Britain
Weather Winter
70-83°F
Weather Summer
76-90°F

YACHTS FOR CHARTER IN THIS AREA

Calma

Price
from $39,000/week
Length
60' (18.3m)
Shipyard
Sunreef
Guests
10

Ascension

Price
from $30,000/week
Length
62' (18.9m)
Shipyard
Lagoon
Guests
8

Tiger Lily

Price
from $30,000/week
Length
62' (18.9m)
Shipyard
Lagoon
Guests
8

Pronto

Price
from $90,000/week
Length
79' (24m)
Shipyard
Sunreef
Guests
8

Summerwind

Price
from $38,000/week
Length
85' (25.91m)
Shipyard
Lazzara
Guests
6

RIO

Price
from $90,000/week
Length
90' (27.43m)
Shipyard
Horizon
Guests
11

Grateful

Price
from $150,000/week
Length
112' (34.40m)
Shipyard
Benetti
Guests
10

Mercy

Price
from $125,000/week
Length
121' (36.9m)
Shipyard
Sunseeker
Guests
12

Lohanka

Price
from $95,000/week
Length
131' (40.0m)
Shipyard
Hakvoort
Guests
8

Lady L

Price
from $170,000/week
Length
146' (44.60m)
Shipyard
Heesen
Guests
10

Lumiere

Price
from $330,000/week
Length
163.9' (50m)
Shipyard
Benetti
Guests
12

Nita K II

Price
from $267,500/week
Length
171' (52.12m)
Shipyard
Amels
Guests
12

Betsy

Price
from $390,000 per week
Length
177' (54m)
Shipyard
Mangusta
Guests
12

After You

Price
from $325,000/week
Length
180.5' (55m)
Shipyard
Heesen
Guests
12

Skyfall

Price
from $290,000 per week
Length
190' (57.91m)
Shipyard
Trinity
Guests
12

Samurai

Price
from $445,000 per week
Length
196.11' (60m)
Shipyard
Alia Yacht
Guests
12

Suri

Price
from $350,000/week
Length
208' (63.39m)
Shipyard
Halter Marine
Guests
12

Q

Price
from $700,000 per week
Length
237.8' (72.45m)
Shipyard
Icon
Guests
12

Quantum of Solace

Price
from $574,000/week
Length
238' (72.6m)
Shipyard
Turquoise
Guests
12

Black Pearl

Price
from $1,200,000/week
Length
344' (106m)
Shipyard
Oceanco
Guests
14

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HISTORY
Jost Van Dyke’s history is deeply rooted in its maritime past, making it an iconic destination for yacht charters in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). Named after a 17th-century Dutch privateer, the island was historically a haven for pirates, smugglers, and seafarers due to its hidden coves and strategic location along major Caribbean trade routes. Throughout the colonial era, Jost Van Dyke’s sheltered bays provided safe anchorage for merchant ships and whalers, while its fertile land supported small settlements of fishermen and farmers. In the 20th century, as the BVI gained prominence as a premier sailing destination, Great Harbour and White Bay became legendary stops for sailors and luxury yachts alike. The rise of beach bars like Foxy’s Tamarind Bar and Soggy Dollar Bar transformed the island into a must-visit spot for yachting enthusiasts, with its famous New Year’s Eve regatta at Foxy’s becoming one of the world’s most celebrated sailing events. Today, Jost Van Dyke continues to embody the spirit of the Caribbean, offering yacht charter guests a unique blend of rich maritime heritage, pristine anchorages, and an unrivaled island atmosphere.
EXPLORE
Jost Van Dyke’s history is steeped in maritime tradition, making it a legendary destination for yacht charters in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). Named after a 17th-century Dutch privateer, the island’s rugged terrain and sheltered anchorages made it a strategic hideout for pirates, smugglers, and traders navigating the Caribbean’s lucrative shipping lanes. Over the centuries, its natural harbors—Great Harbour, White Bay, and Little Harbour—provided safe refuge for whalers, salt traders, and fishermen. As the BVI emerged as a world-class sailing destination, Jost Van Dyke became a favored stop for bluewater cruisers and luxury yachts, drawn by its laid-back charm and legendary beach culture. The opening of Foxy’s Tamarind Bar in 1968 transformed Great Harbour into a sailing hotspot, with its famous New Year’s Eve party attracting yachts from around the world. White Bay, home to the Soggy Dollar Bar, became a must-visit anchorage, where sailors swim ashore for a Painkiller cocktail.
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO
  • Anchor in Great Harbour and visit the famous Foxy’s Tamarind Bar.
  • Swim ashore to the Soggy Dollar Bar in White Bay and try a Painkiller cocktail.
  • Relax on the white sands of White Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in the BVI.
  • Explore the Bubbly Pool, a natural rock pool with wave-driven bubbles.
  • Snorkel around Little Jost Van Dyke and Sandy Spit for crystal-clear waters and marine life.
  • Enjoy a beachside lobster dinner at Corsairs or Hendo’s Hideout.
  • Kayak or paddleboard through the calm waters of Little Harbour.
  • Hike the island’s scenic trails for breathtaking views of the surrounding BVI.
  • Visit Sandy Cay, a tiny, uninhabited island with pristine beaches and nature trails.
  • Experience the legendary New Year’s Eve party at Foxy’s, a world-famous yachting event.
YACHTS FOR CHARTER IN THIS AREA

Calma

Price
from $39,000/week
Length
60' (18.3m)
Shipyard
Sunreef
Guests
10

Ascension

Price
from $30,000/week
Length
62' (18.9m)
Shipyard
Lagoon
Guests
8

Tiger Lily

Price
from $30,000/week
Length
62' (18.9m)
Shipyard
Lagoon
Guests
8

Pronto

Price
from $90,000/week
Length
79' (24m)
Shipyard
Sunreef
Guests
8

Summerwind

Price
from $38,000/week
Length
85' (25.91m)
Shipyard
Lazzara
Guests
6

RIO

Price
from $90,000/week
Length
90' (27.43m)
Shipyard
Horizon
Guests
11

Grateful

Price
from $150,000/week
Length
112' (34.40m)
Shipyard
Benetti
Guests
10

Mercy

Price
from $125,000/week
Length
121' (36.9m)
Shipyard
Sunseeker
Guests
12

Lohanka

Price
from $95,000/week
Length
131' (40.0m)
Shipyard
Hakvoort
Guests
8

Lady L

Price
from $170,000/week
Length
146' (44.60m)
Shipyard
Heesen
Guests
10

Lumiere

Price
from $330,000/week
Length
163.9' (50m)
Shipyard
Benetti
Guests
12

Nita K II

Price
from $267,500/week
Length
171' (52.12m)
Shipyard
Amels
Guests
12

Betsy

Price
from $390,000 per week
Length
177' (54m)
Shipyard
Mangusta
Guests
12

After You

Price
from $325,000/week
Length
180.5' (55m)
Shipyard
Heesen
Guests
12

Skyfall

Price
from $290,000 per week
Length
190' (57.91m)
Shipyard
Trinity
Guests
12

Samurai

Price
from $445,000 per week
Length
196.11' (60m)
Shipyard
Alia Yacht
Guests
12

Suri

Price
from $350,000/week
Length
208' (63.39m)
Shipyard
Halter Marine
Guests
12

Q

Price
from $700,000 per week
Length
237.8' (72.45m)
Shipyard
Icon
Guests
12

Quantum of Solace

Price
from $574,000/week
Length
238' (72.6m)
Shipyard
Turquoise
Guests
12

Black Pearl

Price
from $1,200,000/week
Length
344' (106m)
Shipyard
Oceanco
Guests
14
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