Explore Caribbean with our photo tour of the area. Our selection of photos of famous landmarks, architecture, beaches to get a real flavour of the people and their culture to help you choose your next yachting vacation location.
Fishing Boat on Grand Anse, Grenada
A favourite with locals, the golden sands of Grande Anse offer views across the Caribbean coast all the way to Grenada’s capital of St George. The calm warm waters and sandy sea floor are great for swimming and watersports while the southern end of the beach near the Spice Island Resort is perfect for some quiet contemplation.
Home to one of the yachting industry’s most eagerly awaited events - the annual Antigua Charter Show - this popular Caribbean island is a hive of superyacht activity throughout the year. Situated half way down the Leeward Islands group offers a great start to a Caribbean itinerary, where guests can enjoy the glamour and hedonism before heading off to quieter islands.
Emerald green islands of St Vincent and the Grenadines
The lush green covered landscapes of St Vincent and the Grenadines pop out like an explosion of colour against the turquoise waters – a perfect tropical paradise escape. This glorious archipelago comprises of 32 idyllic Caribbean islands enabling you to steer your own course, choosing from a myriad of lagoons, beaches, dive sites and islets – many of which are uninhabited.
Working one of the many carnivals that take place throughout the Caribbean into your charter itinerary is a great way to experience the colour, vibrancy and energy of the culture. The Trinidad and Tobago Carnival takes place every year on the Monday and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, encompassing a fusion of music, festivities and extravagant costumes. As the calypso beats vibrate through the streets, you are free to enjoy local street food, animated parades and dancing into the early hours.
Considered of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast of Barbados, Gibbes Beach has been left beautifully undeveloped. Backed by tropical forests and home to some of the most impressive villas on the island, this 300-yard arc of pristine golden sand is a favourite of the SuperyachtSet. There no bars or restaurants to be seen so have your charter crew set up a luxury picnic and enjoy a tranquil afternoon of relaxation.
With 60% of the island comprising of tropical national park terrain, the island of St. John in the US Virgin Islands is full of natural wonders above and below the waterline. The warm and tranquil waters that surround the island allow for peaceful exploration, perfect for snorkelling and diving through coral reefs, mangrove lagoons and an array of beautiful marine life.
Explore the famous underwater sculptures that stand majestically on the sea bed off the coast of Grenada. Not only beautiful works of art that represent the history and culture of the tiny Caribbean island, the sculptures act as artificial reefs, attracting an array of new marine life to the region as well as forming a breath taking new dive site.
To indulge in some luxurious beach time with your own shaded four-poster bed, ask your charter Captain to take you to one of the Bahamas luxury resort private beaches. Reserved exclusively for guests, these paradise island retreats complete with outlying secluded cays will often come with all the amenities associated with the hotel, leaving you to lie back and wait for your cocktail to be served.
Luxury yachts moored in the Port of Bridgetown, Barbados
Stop in the lively natural harbour of Barbados’ bustling capital of Bridgetown and step ashore to wander the old colonial buildings, and streets lines with rum shops and chattel houses. This is a great place to get a feel for the Caribbean way of life and also offers great shopping and waterfront cafés along the Constitution River.
Known as the sun-kissed playground for the travelling elite, the diversity of the Dominican Republic’s landscapes offer a different side to the island. From alpine wilderness and tropical rainforests to savannahs and desert plains, this breath taking Caribbean hot spot is the perfect yachting escape with some impressive settings to enjoy some local rum and watch the sun go down.
Step ashore to the picturesque island of St. Lucia and head to one of the many waterfalls that dot its beautiful rainforests for a refreshing afternoon dip. This mountainous Caribbean island is renowned for its romantic settings yet has remained relatively unspoilt despite its popularity. The Anse La Raye Falls on the western side of St. Lucia is definitely worth a visit – its 15m high cascading waters forming pools between the rocks.
The waters of Aruba in the Leeward Antilles are a mecca for scuba diving enthusiasts. An array of wreckages ranging from World War II tankers to airplane wrecks occupy the seabed off the coast, each forming its own marine environment and attracting all kinds of sea-life. For novice divers the Debbie II off Eagle Beach is a great place to start due to its easy accessibility and bio-diversity. For more advanced divers, DC-3 plane wreck in the Sonesta Reef offers a unique experience where you can swim through the haunting depths of the 74ft aircraft.
After spending the morning exploring below the waterline, head to one of Aruba’s fantastic beach front restaurants to experience those famous Caribbean flavours and hospitality. Fresh seafood is obviously a speciality and a combination of Dutch and Spanish influences can be found is many of the local dishes.
Following their discovery just a few years ago, the commune of wild pigs that enjoy the azure Caribbean waters of the Bahamas have achieved worldwide stardom for their aquatic skills. To see them for yourself, anchor off ‘Pig Beach’ – an uninhabited islet in the Exuma region of the Bahamas – and watch them playing happily in the waters and sunbathing on the white sands.
Sit back and watch the superyachts pull into the harbour of the Barbados capital, Bridgetown. Whether you want to explore some the island’s wild untouched beaches, indulge in one of the fine dining restaurants or pick up some of the region’s famously high-quality rum, this charismatic Caribbean island has it all.
A Bahamas charter itinerary is not complete without a visit to the colourful capital of Nassau. Aside from the beaches, bars and restaurants there are also a myriad of historical landmarks that offer a glimpse into the island’s history. Located on the south coast, adjacent to the stunning Versailles Gardens is the French Cloister set within the grounds of a magnificent 12th Century Augustine Monastery. Take a wonder through the manicured gardens, scattered with fountains and enjoy the views across Paradise Island.
The tiny uninhabited island of French Cay in the Turks & Caicos archipelago is home to some of the region’s most breath taking coral reef dive sites. Due to the island’s ideal situation on the south wall of the Caicos Banks barrier reef, the deeper wall areas are more exposed to the sun than most of the West Caicos and Providenciales wall sites. This ensures vibrant, thriving corals in a kaleidoscope of colours – a cinematic underwater experience.
Wake up early and head to one of Antigua’s local markets full of fresh fruit and vegetables – some endemic to the island, arts and crafts and clothing. The vendor’s will be more than happy to offer advice on how to prepare, cook and eat the food creating a great way to meet and get involved with the Caribbean locals.
What better way to enjoy a delicious Mojito cocktail than on the sundeck of your luxury superyacht watching the sun go down? Your charter crew can prepare you the ultimate minty rum refreshment using the best locally sourced ingredients so just sit back, relax and enjoy the Caribbean backdrop.
Enjoy unparalleled views of St Maarten and across the horizon to the Leeward Islands with an exhilarating parascending experience high above the crystalline waters. The northern part of the island is perfect for watersports enthusiasts with a scattering of secluded beaches along the coastline, dotted with picturesque fishing ports and traditional bistros.
Originating from Trinidad and Tobago, the therapeutic percussions of steel drums are synonymous with the laid-back Caribbean way of life. Head to a beach bar and let the sounds of the steel pans wash over you, cocktail in hand and watching the sun go down before you dance the night away.
As cruise on board your luxury charter yacht through the beautiful waters of the Caribbean Sea, the coastline of Curacao seems alive with its vibrant multi-coloured buildings that line the way. The tall architectural structures that occupy the expansive natural harbour of Willemstad showcase the city’s Dutch influences while its lively pastel hues add a Caribbean flavour. This registered UNESCO World Heritage Site is crammed with cultural highlights, museums, restaurants and shops – a must-see when in the Leeward Antilles region.
Throughout the Caribbean there are opportunities for charter guests to not only swim with and interact with sea turtles but to also help to preserve their future. There are a number of major initiatives designed to protect these magnificent creatures including rescue and breeding programs. The beautiful island of St. Kitts is home to one of the biggest seat turtle sanctuaries in the Caribbean – the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary – is great for adults and children alike to get involved and learn about marine life in its natural habitat.
To help you in your search for your perfect luxury charter yacht for your next vacation, we’ve selected some of the finest and most exclusive superyachts and megayachts that are currently available for charter in Caribbean.
To help you in your search for your perfect luxury charter yacht for your next vacation, we’ve selected some of the finest and most exclusive superyachts and megayachts that are currently available for charter in Caribbean.