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Luxury sailing escape to the beautiful treasures of the British Virgin Islands

What is a cabin cruise ?

By Pierre VO your cruise expert
Life on board
Singular vacations
Farniente... but not only!
Who should consider a cabin cruise?
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Main characteristics
Type of boat: ipanema 58
Number of cabins: 6
Maximum capacity: 12 travelers
Crew members: 2 persons (captain, steward/cook)
Comfort equipment

Cabins

Double Cabin standard
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
The standard cab is located in the middle between the front and rear cabins. The Ipanema is a 17m boat, it is in the category of large catamarans, so obviously the cabins are spacious and perfectly equipped. They have plenty of storage space and plenty of light.
Beds are 140 x 200 cm.
Double cabin Superior
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
The upper cabin is located at the front or rear of the boat. The Ipanema is a 17m boat, it is in the category of large catamarans, so obviously the cabins are spacious and perfectly equipped. They are equipped with beautiful storage space and generous light.
Beds are 140 x 200 cm.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice, depending on the weather conditions or for technical reasons (decision of the captain). Sailing times may vary depending on sea and weather conditions.

Sailing itineraries

Sailing itineraries
Tortola
Arrival at Hodges Creek Marina on Saturday. Boarding at 6:00 pm. Dinner on board and overnight at... see+ the marina. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Tortola Jost Van Dyke
Depart Hodges Creek Marina after breakfast and head for White Bay (17 MN / 3 hrs.) for lunch. Late... see+ afternoon, short sail to Great Harbour (3 MN / 30 min) for dinner. If you wish, you can enjoy a cocktail at Foxy's Tamarind. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Jost Van Dyke Norman Island
Depart Great Harbour after breakfast and head to Sandy Cay (3Nm/30 min), for snorkeling, beach and... see+ watersports, followed by lunch. A national park donated by the Rockefeller family to the BVI’s. Ask for the crew to dinghy you ashore and enjoy a beautiful short trail through the island. In the afternoon sail to Norman Island (12Nm/2hours) to visit the Treasure Point sea caves before proceeding to Benures Bay (3Nm/30min) for a quiet evening under the stars, a great spot for paddle boarding and watersports. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Norman Island Peter Island
Départ de Benures Bay après le petit-déjeuner et direction les Indiens (2Nm/30min) où vous... see+ pourrez faire du snorkeling dans des eaux cristallines. Une fois la plongée terminée, vous naviguerez vers Deadmans Bay (6Nm/1h) sur Peter Island pour le déjeuner, les sports nautiques et la plage. En fin d'après-midi, vous vous rendrez à Peter Island Great Harbour pour des festivités au bar WillyT et un dîner et/ou une soirée à Cooper Island. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Peter Island Virgin Gorda
We set sail in the morning for The Baths Marine Park (10 MN / 2 h) where we'll have lunch. Here... see+ you'll enjoy diving at the finest snorkeling spot in the British Virgin Islands, and hike from the beach to Devil Bay through a maze of giant rocks. Afternoon departure for North Gorda Sound (10 MN / 2 hrs.), where we'll drop anchor between Prickly Pear and Eustatia for some snorkeling and a quiet evening. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Virgin Gorda Anegada
We set off early for Anegada (15 MN / 3 h). Here you can rent a Jeep* and take a tour of the... see+ island, followed by a delicious lobster dinner at the restaurant (*additional charge, payable locally). Along the way, enjoy the pearls of Sunken Island: pink flamingos, salt ponds and breathtaking white sand beaches. 
Optional services: 3 excursions to Anegada, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Anegada Guana Island
Morning departure for Monkey Point on Guana Island (20 MN / 4 h), where we'll have lunch after a... see+ great snorkeling session. This is one of the best diving spots on the island, with lots of turtles and a multitude of fish close to shore. In the afternoon, enjoy the magnificent beach of White Bay on a paddle board or kayak before leaving for Marina Cay (5 MN / 1 h), where we'll spend the evening. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Guana Island Tortola
In the morning, a short sail takes us back to Hodges Creek Marina. Disembarkation at 09:00.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Water sports equipment (snorkel mask, kayak, paddle)
Full board (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Insurance for the boat and passengers in the event of fire, sinking or damage caused to a third party by the skipper
Drinks : Local aperitifs, fruit juices, sodas, Table wine
Crew : 2 persons (captain, steward/cook)
2 sets of linen, towels and beach towels per person/week
Consumables for the boat (water, gasoline and fuel)
Accommodation in air conditioned double cabin with private bathroom (A/C in service de 8:00 am to 22:00 pm)
Water, tea, and coffee all day long
Drinks: local aperitifs, fruit juices, soft drinks, and table wine
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Extra beverages, soft and alcoholic drinks that are not included in the full board
Transfers airport – base – airport
Optional field trips : 172 $ / person
Special diets : 120 € / person
Additional alcoholic beverages (available via a token system)
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
On-board box - Compulsory : 290$ / person
Included in the onboard cash box :
  • Miscellaneaous : repurchase of broken crockery, lost fishing lines or lures, …
  • Mooring fees
  • Possible re-fills of water, fuel, gas, fresh products
  • Tourist taxes and landing fees on the islands
  • National park fees
  • Custom taxes
Further information
Even if the boat is equipped with sails, it will mainly be powered when the conditions are too pitch for the sails to be used
In the event of dietary requirements (allergies, intolerances, special diets), we offer adapted menus, but in order to offer the same level of service to all our customers, we have to charge for this service, which involves specific products. This requirement must be communicated at least 2 weeks before the charter
The owner reserves the right to allocate another type of catamaran (including a smaller catamaran) offering the same conditions of comfort and service
Crew is in charge of cleaning common parts only
No discounts for children, honeymoons or birthdays
The additional costs - with the exception of the cash box - are valid for payment at the time of booking. In case of payment on the spot by the customer, a surcharge of 15% applies
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility
Supplement for late passport information if not provided 1 week before the start of the cruise
The minimum age to participate in the cruise is 6 years on the day of embarkation
Passengers are allowed to bring their own alcoholic beverages on the side of the boat (beer and wine) as it will not be possible to pre-provisions take on board alcohol
The captain reserves the right to modify the itinerary in the event of bad weather or for technical reasons
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Stand up Paddle (SUP)
The Stand up Paddle will allow you to practice a sliding sport within everyone's reach.
You will be able to go on a hike with several others to discover the creeks around your boat.
Included
Snorkeling
At Filovent, we love swimming and, above all, exploring the underwater world, so we’ve decided to provide you with a full set of equipment—masks, fins, and snorkels—for the duration of your cruise, so you can fully enjoy the marine life.
Included
Sea kayak
At Filovent, we love kayaking because it lets you explore the coastline quietly, without an engine, while getting some exercise. It’s the most eco-friendly way to wind your way through deserted anchorages. That’s why we’ll provide you with sea kayaks... see+ during your cruise. 
Included
3 excursions to Anegada
- Safari Island Tour : flamingo & wildlife lookout, a tour of Faulkner house museum & beach expedition
- Conch Island & Ceviche experience : sail, dive conch & experience fresh ceviche in unique eco-system of marina life
- Taste of Anegada : a visit to... see+ Anegada would not be completed without authentic local cousine 
Not included

Customer reviews

Cruise rating

Extraordinary

2 customer reviews
note on 10

9,5

The boat

Extraordinary

2 Boat reviews
note on 10

9,5
Overall condition
10,0
Boat equipments
10,0
Boat comfort
10,0
Cabin comfort
8,0

The service

Extraordinary

2 Service reviews
note on 10

9,4
Reception and information
7,0
Route and itinerary
10,0
Staff quality
10,0
Cuisine and catering
10,0
Activities
10,0

Information about the partner

  • Filovent partner since 2020
  • Last booking with this partner in May 2026
  • 398 bookings with this partner
  • Partner's overall rating: 8,6 / 10 (206 avis)
  • Average rating of the partner's boats: 8,5 / 10
  • Average rating of the partner's service: 8,6 / 10
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