BVI Power Catamaran Charter

A BVI power catamaran charter gives you the stability and space of a catamaran with the speed and independence of a motor yacht, and it’s one of the fastest-growing choices in the islands.

With over 40 islands to visit, that speed matters: you cover more ground, see more sights, and make more of your charter time, while keeping the wide decks and open living spaces that make catamarans feel like floating villas.

Why Charter a Power Catamaran in the BVI?

• Half the cruising time: hop between islands faster, with no reliance on wind
• More space per foot: no mast or rigging means bigger flybridges and living areas than same-length yachts
• Shallow draft: anchor closer to the beach than most motor yachts can
• Efficient to run: far lower fuel burn than a traditional motor yacht of similar size

How Much Does a BVI Power Catamaran Charter Cost?

BVI power catamarans typically start around $25,000-$30,000 per week fully crewed, rising to $90,000+ for the newest high-end models. They sit just above sailing catamarans in price, but well below traditional motor yachts:

• Most are all-inclusive: yacht, crew, meals, drinks, and fuel in the weekly rate
• Compared to a same-size sailing catamaran, expect to pay 10-20% more for the speed and extra living space
• Compared to a motor yacht, you save thousands in fuel alone
• No VAT or charter tax in the BVI, unlike the Bahamas or the Med

Full Guide to BVI Yacht Charter Costs

Where to Go on a BVI Power Catamaran Charter

Speed turns the standard BVI loop into a bigger trip. Runs that take a sailing yacht half a day, like the hop out to Anegada’s reefs and lobster shacks, become quick morning cruises, so you fit more islands into the same week. And with the shallow draft you still anchor right off the beach at White Bay or Sandy Spit.

See our 7-day BVI catamaran itinerary →

Our Curated BVI Power Catamaran Shortlists

Our broker-picked ranking of the best power catamarans in the fleet:

• Top 5 BVI Power Catamarans →