Frequently Asked Questions
Our most frequent questions about day sailing trips.
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It’s not just about where you go – it’s about how you feel while you’re there.
Road Town (accessible by dinghy or from the dock) at Village Cay for a day trip exploring Norman Island, Peter Island, Cooper Island, and Virgin Gorda
Sopers Hole for a day at Jost Van Dyke and Sandy Spit
The boat is yours for the day and weather/time permitting, we will accommodate any reasonable request.
A full day consists of a mix of sailing, snorkeling, swimming, and lunch at a beachside restaurant (or the famous boat bar, Willy T). It just depends on what you are looking for.
A half day does not include time for lunch. We will have light snacks aboard.
The BVI is typically breezy in the winter months, and you can expect a traditional sailing experience aboard Namaste. We do have occasional rain showers throughout the day sometimes, so be prepared for that as a possibility.
- Towel
- Sunshirt/cover up
- Lotion* sunscreen
- Your excitement for a great day!
If you have personal mask/snorkel or lifejackets for kids that you prefer to use, feel free to bring them.
*Please bring lotion/rub on type sunscreen.
More info can be found under “What about sunscreen?”
Children are welcome!
We have 4 children’s lifejackets on board. You are welcome to use them or bring your own.
Please bring lotion/rub on type sunscreen. No spray. It is hard on the environment and the boat paint. Reef Safe is the best option for our beautiful underwater life. Sunscreens containing only zinc/titanium dioxide are considered safe for the reefs and your skin.
Foam earplugs work well! They are cheap with no side effects.
Ginger beer helps, which we try to provide depending on availability.
We do not provide Dramamine or any seasick medication. There are many natural remedies available online as well. Please bring anything you may need in this department.
- Fuel
- Cruising permits
- Crew fees
- Light snacks, beer, soda, drinking water
- Snorkel equipment
- Safety equipment,
- Swimming noodles
- Bluetooth speaker
- An amazing experience that most people call the highlight of their trip!
- Lunch
- Gratuity for the crew
It rarely rains all day here. We do get scattered showers but they often pass quickly. During the winter months it is typical to have a north shore swell, which can make certain locations uncomfortable, so we sometimes adjust the itinerary based on that. It also can get quite windy, although not often is it enough to cancel the charter. In the unlikely event that we have to cancel because of weather then you will not be charged.
Cancelation policy:
- If you cancel your charter within 48 hours, we will charge you 50% of the charter fee, and
- If you cancel within 24 hours, we will charge you 100% of the fee.
- If you need to cancel due to circumstances beyond your control, such as medical or travel issues, we will take those into consideration, but it will be at our discretion.
- It rarely rains all day here or enough to cancel the charter. If we need to cancel because of weather or any reason, you will not be charged.
We accept Visa or Mastercard.
We do require a credit card to hold your booking.
At the end of your charter we can either charge your card or you can pay with cash or Venmo. Cash preferred.
Your crew works hard to ensure you have an incredible day and are well taken care of. It is at your discretion and 20% is customary if you’ve had a great day.
We appreciate all your support!
