Weekly Pricing by Season

Holiday Rate
$35,000/wk

All-inclusive

Seasonal Rate
$30,000/wk

All-inclusive

Wanderlust

Lagoon 50

  • A/C
  • 4 Cabins
  • 8 Max Guests
  • 3 Heads
  • Watermaker
  • Ice Maker

  • Description

    About Wanderlust

    Accommodates 8 guests in 4 cabins with 3 ensuite heads w/ enclosed showers.

    Crew will take port aft cabin

    Sample Onboard Dining Experience

    Dining onboard is a highlight of any crewed yacht charter, with menus customised to suit your tastes and dietary requirements.

    Breakfast

    • Fresh tropical fruits, yoghurt, and granola
    • Eggs cooked to order
    • Pancakes, pastries, and fresh juices

    Lunch

    • Light seafood dishes and gourmet salads
    • Pasta and island-inspired meals
    • Fresh wraps and grilled options

    Dinner

    • Freshly caught seafood with Caribbean flavours
    • Premium meats with seasonal sides
    • International cuisine tailored to guest preferences

    Desserts

    • Chocolate-based desserts
    • Tropical fruit creations
    • Light sorbets

    Each meal is freshly prepared using high-quality ingredients, delivering a restaurant-quality experience onboard.

    Why Choose a Crewed Yacht Charter

    A crewed yacht charter offers a fully serviced and stress-free holiday experience.

    Benefits include:

    • No sailing experience required
    • Personalised itinerary planning
    • Gourmet dining prepared daily
    • Professional service throughout your trip
    • Access to exclusive locations and local insights

    This makes crewed yachts ideal for families, couples, and groups looking for a premium and relaxing holiday in the British Virgin Islands.

    Guest Reviews & Experiences

    Guests consistently highlight the exceptional experience provided across our crewed yacht fleet.

    • “The crew made our trip unforgettable — professional, friendly, and attentive.”
    • “Every meal was outstanding and tailored perfectly to our preferences.”
    • “The yacht was spacious, comfortable, and ideal for our group.”
    • “We discovered hidden spots in the British Virgin Islands thanks to the crew’s local knowledge.”

     

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is included in a crewed yacht charter?

    Crewed charters typically include accommodation, crew service, meals, and onboard amenities.

    Do I need sailing experience?

    No, the professional crew handles all navigation and operations.

    Can meals be customised?

    Yes, menus are tailored to your dietary needs and preferences.

    What activities are available onboard?

    Most yachts include snorkelling gear, paddleboards, kayaks, and other water toys.

    How do I choose the right yacht?

    You can choose based on group size, budget, and preferred experience, or contact our team for personalised recommendations.

     

  • Recreation

    Toys

    Scuba Diving 

    Underwater handheld scooters 

    Paddleboards 

    Snorkel equipment 

    Entertainment

    WIFI is available in both US and International waters. Download speeds in foreign countries are not equal to the speeds of the US.

  • Crew

    Crew

    Meet Your Crew

    A crewed yacht experience is defined by the quality of its crew. Each yacht in our fleet is supported by a professional team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and personalised experiences.

    Your crew typically includes:

    • Captain – responsible for navigation, safety, and itinerary planning
    • Chef – prepares tailored meals based on your preferences
    • Crew Members / Stewardess – ensure comfort, service, and onboard hospitality

    With extensive local knowledge of the British Virgin Islands, your crew will guide you to hidden beaches, top snorkelling spots, and the best island experiences.

    Captain Francois Botha

    Hailing from Limpopo in South Africa, Francois comes from a small farming town in the Afrikaans area of the country. He grew up close to the nature and the breathtaking wildlife of the area, and has carried his love of the outdoors throughout his life.
    Francois began his maritime career working as a commercial diver, flown out to the BVI to assist in the mass clean up and yacht salvage in the wake of Hurricanes Irma and Maria. As a qualified class 2 Commercial Bell Diver he is more than comfortable below sea level, and has recently transferred his skills to qualify as a Dive Master, ensuring all guests are in more than safe and experienced hands.
    One of his proudest achievements is his involvement with a non-profit charity in the BVI creating artificial reefs and interactive dive sites including the sunken wreck of the ‘Willy T’ and ’Sharkplano’, he has unwaivered local knowledge of the sites and will ensure to show you the very best spots.
    Being an incredibly calm and collected character, Francois will always be at your service with a smile and will make sure his guests feel well attended to and safe, whilst giving them their own tailored trip of a lifetime.

    Chef/ First Mate Katie Harrison

    Katie’s love for yachting started in her early teens where she spent family holidays sailing the Ionian in Greece
    Her sailing career began where she worked as a hostess in Lefkada, then moving across to seek new challenges in the windy Saronic Gulf and Cyclades. From there she moved to the British Virgin Islands, during her downtime between seasons she studied at Culinary school in Devon and on the Isle of Wight, developing and refining her love for cookery.
    Katie began cheffing professionally in 2016 in the Caribbean where she found a love for the culture and flavours of the area.
    She has been working in the Caribbean ever since, spending her downtime diving, kiteboarding and exploring all of natures little secrets that the BVI has to offer.

    She is also a qualified Day Skipper and Rescue Diver so you’ll be sure to be in safe and competent hands across all elements of the yacht.
    Whatever your requests or requirements Katie is more than happy to tailor her menu for her guests every need, using only the freshest and most vibrant local ingredients Katie’s dishes will guarantee to wow!

  • Sample Menu
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    Breakfast 

    Enjoy a delicious breakfast served in the aft Cockpit, all chef Katie’s breakfasts include a fresh fruit platter and daily fresh baked goods

    Eggs Benedict – Toasted English muffin, Canadian bacon 

    Breakfast Tacos – wheat tortilla, chorizo potatoes and cheddar scrambled egg

    Cilibir (Turkish eggs) – poached eggs, Aleppo butter, yoghurt spread served with homemade pitta 

    Coconut French Toast – Coconut encrusted brioche, caramalized banana and nuts, berry coulis and crème Anglaise

    Bagel Platter – Toasted bagels, cream cheese, smoked salmon, scrambled egg and bacon

    Croque Madam – Bechamel, cheddar and ham with toasted sourdough, served with a sunny side up egg

    Huevos Rancheros – Pico de gallo, refried beans, salsa, feta on a fresh wheat tortilla 

     

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    Lunch

    After a morning of sunning, sailing and snorkeling, sit back, relax and enjoy a fresh and delicious lunch onboard

    Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad –  sourdough croutons, local greens and homemade dressing

    Blackened local snapper with Cobb Salad – Grilled snapper with homemade blackening spice served alongside classic Cobb salad with local avocado, bacon and blue cheese

    Pasta a la Norma, Italian salad and focaccia – Parpadelle with eggplant, tomato sauce and fresh basil, served with an Italian salad with herb dressing  and freshly baked focaccia 

    Boerewors Rolls – Authentic South African fare of locally made beef sausage, and homemade rolls, served with chakalaka Salad and chutneys 

    Teriyaki Salmon, garlic pak choi and asian noodle salad – homemade teriyaki, fresh noodle salad with sweet dressing 

    Caribbean Roti with Cantaloupe Salad – traditional West Indian roti with vegetables and boneless chicken thighs, served with mango chutney, local hot sauce and cantaloupe salad with cucumber, fresh herbs, cardamon dressing and sumac   

    Shrimp Tacos – spicy shrimp tacos with mango, avocado crema, Mexican rice, homemade guacomole and salsa 

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    Appetizers 

    Watch the sun set with a cocktail in hand, and enjoy one of Katie’s delicious appetizers

    Charcuter-yay!  A selection of finest meats and, fresh olives, pickles and crackers

    Smoked salmon on homemade blinis, served with horseradish cream

    Fresh hummus with crudités – creamy garlic hummus, warm homemade pitta and chopped vegetables 

    Cheeeeese party – a sampler of gourmet cheeses, sweet preserves and fresh fruit 

    Honeyed whipped feta and roasted olives – served with fresh baguette

    Bahamian conch ceviche – scallop and prawns, served with tortilla chips 

    Bruschetta – heirloom tomato and local herbs, with balsamic reduction 

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    Dinner 

    Enjoy a candlelit dinner al fresco with good friends and old wine, or good wine and old friends!

    Seared sesame Saku tuna with miso – coconut cauliflower purée, fresh mango salsa, coconut rice and wonton crisp

    Star anise barbecue Beef Short Rib – pomme purée, charred spring onion and sweet shredded sprouts with shallot

    Proscuitto wrapped Wahoo – served on a bed of fennel and saffron risotto with a lemon caper sauce

    Pistachio crusted Mahi Mahi – Local Mahi, sautéed peppers, jeweled pearled couscous with passion fruit beurre blanc

    Scallop and Shrimp Linguinie – chilli, local herb, lemon and white wine light cream sauce 

    Jerk Pork Tenderloin – authentic Jamaican jerk, served with grilled pineapple, rice and peas, roast vegetables and guava glaze

    Surf and Turf – Sous vide fillet steak with peri peri grilled Shrimp, creamy polenta with Parmesan and rosemary, black garlic compound butter, asparagus bouquets and dressed baby arugula 

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    Dessert

    Finish with a bang!  We only count memories on Wanderlust, never calories 

    Mini pavlova – baked meringue nests with fresh vanilla cream, berry coulis and fresh fruit

    Passion fruit and raspberry posset – served with pistachio biscuit 

    Flourless chocolate cake – chocolate ganache, crème anglais and strawberry

    Key Lime Pie – served with torched Italian meringue 

    Sticky Toffee Pudding – butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream 

    Vanilla crème brûlée – homemade granola and berries

    Cheesecake – served with berry coulis and fruit sorbet 

Steps to Charter

Step 1: Request A Quote

Wanderlust

Step 2

Choose Your Boat

Step 3

Lock in Your Dates

Step 4

Finalize the Contract

Step 5

Plan Your Itinerary

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