BVI ROUTES FOLLOWING MY 7 DAY ITINERARY! FOLLOW ALONG FOR YOUR ULTIMATE CHARTER TRIP.

[@KevinLorne-vc8xj]

Can't thank you enough for the high quality videos you are sharing Alan. Just returned form the BVI's with a group of 17 friends. Rented 3 Aquila's from MarineMax for a week. We used this itinery and it could not have been better. Everyone really enjoyed the perfectly planned itinerary. Going to enjoy watching your videos after the trip as well to "bring me back." Wishing you luck with your future boat repair endeavor.

[@paul_and_ashley]

Thank you Alan. My wife and I have started planning her 40th Birthday BVI Charter trip and fortunately stumbled upon your page. After about a week of watching, we've finally watched all your videos. Thank you for your wealth of knowledge regarding everything there is to know and do when chartering a boat. From an aspiring travel KZbin vlogger, thank you for sharing all your ups and your downs . I hope your luck turns with the new boat, we'll be sending some good vibes your way.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Happy birthday! and thanks for watching!

[@bofranklin3858]

As always a great video. BVI needs to hire you as an ambassador. Last year at this time we did a 7 days trip and spent 2 days in the north south. Definitely worth the time. Anchor at Bitter end and then you can dingy around to all the spots

[@ijustwatchvids100]

We did the same thing in April. Anchored at Bitter End for 2 nights and it was an awesome idea. Hit the baths one day and bitter end beach, then hit prickly pear and saba rock the next!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

That sounds amazing. Folks need to realize that 7 days just doesn't cut it. Thanks for watching!!

[@rynOtwEEty]

Maps of paradise great video I'm so jealous

[@stephenscott963]

Thank you so very much, I wish more ppl would do this!! Keep up the great videos!

[@peterlanger2975]

Great video. Thinking about also spending our first night at Leverick. How long does it take to get there from the moorings base? We will be on the 403 powercat. Don’t want to go full speed ahead, but somewhat leisurely. Thanks in advance.

[@bobloral]

We are doing a charter in march! Can’t wait!! Thanks for the guidance.

[@weskercher1142]

Thanks Alan! This is fantastic detail. We're heading to the BVIs soon, and I will definitely use screen prints from this as I captain my charter. This is my 2nd trip but first time captaining. So sorry to hear about your boat damage. Hang in there!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Have fun

[@DoomfarerCDN]

Alan, keep having fun, this great info. And I hope the BVI tourist board appreciates your love for the BVI. Once again, great content, thank you for sharing.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I hope they do! Thanks so much for watching!!!

[@turquoiseescapes]

Great video! Pairs so well with your itinerary video! Thanks for sharing these great tips. Planning on heading down later this year.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun!

[@maceyrob]

Another awesome video Alan, really appreciate the info and time spent putting it together. We hired a PC43 this summer and your content really helped me put together a great two week charter for my family, who are now entirely hooked on these holidays! Btw, while we were back at Moorings base my son and I took a taxi to MarineMax to check out their fleet. A chap called Kevin couldn’t have been more helpful, he showed us onboard all their models and was a true ambassador. Hoping to get back in 2024 but on an Aquila 44

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

That's awesome! Let me know when you book it....I'll make a call....Thanks for watching!!!

[@riolearys]

This is the perfect companion to your Ultimate 7 Day BVI Charter Video. I'm not sure whether to thank you or curse you! ;) Either way, it's time to start crossing items off the bucket list and this will be item #1. Your BVI videos are the gold standard. Thank you for taking the time to put these together.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Wow, thank you! Hope to see you out there! Thanks for watching!

[@darren5472]

Thanks so much for sharing. We will be there from the 10th and will be following this route on a sailing cat. The distances are tiny, so although it will take longer we should be able to do it all! 😀

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Well now you're just making too much sense. You're right. I was smitten at the beginning....and now she's my expensive "lady friend". Hah. And it is part of the fun figuring it all out. Gonna have a blast taking it to the Bahamas this spring. Thanks for commenting and watching!

[@foggybottombbq1916]

This is fabulous. We just signed the contract for our barefoot charter next July for 7 days. This is very helpful. Thank you

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rel53]

Loved it back then, love it now... One thing to consider and mention.... Your trips are done using a power boat which means... You move way faster which means... A sail boat all have hard time executing this plan... For sure not at ease.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Not really....the biggest move is like 13 nautical miles. At, let's say, 6 knots....thats like 2.5 hours. Just more beautiful time on the water! Thanks for watching!

[@gatordmd00]

Great video!! We are leaving in 2 weeks to start our 7 day trip!!! Thanks to your videos and tips we have a great vacation planned. Will follow your CCW direction. Question about bring the dinghy in to Anegada (and at other locations that you are not patronizing immediately)- meaning, we want to park our dinghy to go get scooters…but where should we do that if we are not eating at a restaurant until later that evening? Where to park your dinghy? Thanks for your advise! Will post back after our trip!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Wow. Thanks so much! Love to help! U can park the dinghy at Potters. Yes it’s a restaurant but it’s also a public dinghy dock. Park away. Look at it this way…public dock that benefits Potters. Not the other way around. Have fun and be safe!

[@gatordmd00]

@@thewanderinghillbilly Great, thank you. Wish there were more like that here in Clearwater - Seminole. Also - I started reading The Republic of Pirates at your suggestion 🤓. I saw that you fueled up on your trip - wasn’t expecting to need to do that for this 7 day trip. We too like the AC, which will use more fuel - not worried about it - will get some if we need it. Thanks again.

[@gatordmd00]

@@thewanderinghillbilly - Well, we did your BVI 7 day itinerary - it was perfect for us! A truly magical trip! Weather was great too in Feb / March. Hard to pick a favorite - but the Baths was one of our favorites, Saba Rock / Bitter End, and lobsters at Potter’s on Anegada, and Scrub Island Resort were highlights. Well, heck, I guess they were all favorites! Look forward to going back - thanks again for all you help and information.

[@dustinmorsberger3941]

great content, love all of your videos...we are renting an aquila in june through marinemax. What're your favorite snorkling spots? Also, if you have any must do's for the week, please let me know!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thanks so much! I love to snorkel The Indians the most. Just off Norman Island. Monkey Point on Guana Island is pretty sweet too. A must to me is Anegada. But everyone has their “musts”….we’re all different. Thanks for watching and have a great trip!!

[@bbhoogeveen578]

Thank you for all the great videos. I am sailing a new Voyage 590e in March and so looking forward to it. What time of day do you typically drop your ball and head to the next destination?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I usually leave around 10 or so...grab an afternoon ball just after lunch...and get the evening ball around 4. Doesn't always go that way but it's a great pattern. Thanks for watching!

[@danamurphy1139]

Going in January....2 weeks...🤗😁cant wait! 1st stop..Willie T... Worried about sharks though...like to snorkel...don't want to bump into any while I'm down there...been watching your videos 4eva...❤

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

There are ZERO sharks in the BVI. People get this confused with the Bahamas all the time. Sharks are EVERYWHERE in the Bahamas. None in the BVI. You won't see any. Jump in and have fun! Thanks for watching.

[@colinm7374]

Love your channel. Going back to the BVI's again in a couple of months, last there Jan 2019. Boaty Ball reservations gone up from $30 to $55. I've had hotel rooms cheaper than that ;-)

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Wow...those are really cheap rooms! LOL. yeah, it's a bit of a bummer about the balls...unfortunately, the BVI's are more popular than ever. Thanks for watching!

[@micheandmikey]

Nanny Cay, take me back now please! Ring toss at the bar, waiting to get on the boat....ahhh, too much fun! If you ever see the Big Dog out there give a wave to them, that's who we were with for 10 days and I can't wait to get back on board!! Saba Rock & Bitter End, so fun ,we stay 2 days there. Anagada....now you're just making this tough to watch, ugh. Norman Island, great hiking and Willy T!!! The Rum Bar.....I'm staring at the sicker as I type this......this cubicle sucks! 😆😆

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I HATE cubicles! You need some Anegada now. Thanks so much for watching!

[@stevenpeyton7476]

Great video, but how can you pass up Dead Man's Bay on Peter Island on your way to Cooper Island? One of the most beautiful beaches in the VIs.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Agree! Thanks for watching

[@gordonwhitley412]

Alan, your vlog is inspiring, the BVI chartering & boating info, how to be a good captain, and life mgmt. You are a very effective communicator! My wife and I are preparing to do our first BVI charter. We have cruising experience (12 trips to the Abacos) on our own power boat. I would like more detailed navigation information, gps waypoints and routes to pair with your suggested itinerary. I enjoy preparing for a passage no matter the length. I am familiar and use the navionics app. In preparation for cruising to the Abacos we use the Abacos cruising guide by Steve Dodge. Would you please recommend a resource or provide the the navigation info you have used. Sincerely Gordon & Cathy

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

It truly is the easiest cruising grounds you’ve ever encountered. That’s why it’s perfect for charters. Just mirror what I’ve laid out here. You’ll be fine! Thanks for watching

[@jamesr254]

I Love your videos of the BVI's. I never see anyone riding jet skis, are they not allowed in the BVI's? Just asking.

[@edhughes9673]

Good question. I was wondering the same thing

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Good question. I've only ever seen them at Leverick Bay. Don't know why. It's a perfect Jet Ski ground but not many partake. Again, don't know why. But thanks for watching!

[@joeymartin8437]

How did youbto track your travel path?

[@edhughes9673]

Great video. Thanks

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Glad you liked it!

[@Seabee2nd]

Allen, ya know I love ya and your videos however, at the risk of being "that guy", if Nanny Cay doesn't have sailboats as you said, I am in trouble come May when we pick up our 51' SAILING cat from Nanny Cay!! Thanks for the info about routes and anchorages. You are our inspiration and the reason we are headed to the BVIs in late May. Hope to see the Wandering Hillbilly anchored down there someday soon. Paul & Linda S/V The Friendly Confines.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Ha. Yeah I hope so! I was referring to MarineMax. They don’t have sailboats. Hopefully I’ll see you down there!!

[@Seabee2nd]

@@thewanderinghillbilly I assumed as much but sometimes I just can’t help myself! To be honest, I’m a tad nervous getting 51’ out of that tight marina. I’m a monohull sailor!!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I agree. Had the chaps take it out of there for me last time.

[@Seabee2nd]

@@thewanderinghillbilly "Chaps", not a word heard a lot in Elm Mott Texas! At the risk of losing my "man" card, I will probably do the same depending on the slip location. Thanks again for all your helpful videos but especially the change in life style video! Down about 15 lbs with a lot to go.

[@bktime3331]

Love this! Do you use your ipad or MFDs to navigate??

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

iPad. Thanks for watching

[@jentodd8330]

Love this...can you do it for the Exumas? We've always done BVI but we are trying the Exumas because of your videos....PLEASE!:)

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

This will be my next video!

[@lmichael5034]

Looks amazing - what is ball park cost for such a trip?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Rough ballpark is 20k. But split it with 4 couples!

[@lewisr7700]

I rented a 46.3 monohull from the moorings, 3 cabins each with their own head, plus a captain, for around 10k.

[@randyjohnson5014]

Alan, you're a legend! We only have our charter for 5 days...HELP!! Leaving January 15 (Moorings) and returning the 20th. Any suggestions? Can we take the 7 day and modify (obviously, I know we can). Would greatly appreciate your input. Three couples, PC 43. First timers. Thanks in advance.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

huh...5 day...I would do....1. The Baths and North sound.....2. Anegada.....3. Marina Cay or Scrub...4. Jost Van Dyke....5. Norman and Willy T. Next time, give yourselves more time!!! Thanks for watching

[@randyjohnson5014]

@@thewanderinghillbilly Thank you for the tips!! You're the best. Really excited for our trip!! Keep up the good work! Tell Blake that Justin from the ranch in Colorado says hello! All the best.

[@roypoe1865]

Do you need to get fuel during that route? Running generators and engines?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

You do not. However, I always refuel around day 5. 2 reasons...1. You never know what might happen. 2. Makes the final bill not so strong. This is a left over from my Off-roading days...you ALWAYS fill up when you can cause you never know what may happen. Thanks for watching!

[@bluewateraddict4493]

Question from a past video about using Head. I will have a lot of women on our charter and they wonder about what to do with the toilet paper. I have heard both ways that you can not put is in the head and or you need to throw it in the trash … gross. What’s your opinion on this and how do you handle paper in the trash if you did that. Many thanks since u will be outnumbered 4 to one with females.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I was asked to do the trash can thing with Moorings…was not asked that at MarineMax. You have to use Marine paper. I use it on my boat and no problem at all. Just gross to have to do that. Thanks for watching!’

[@bluewateraddict4493]

@@thewanderinghillbilly thanks. Love your cup by the way. Have it in the Bahamas today and it keeps the run cold. Thanks for all your videos and info.

[@bluewateraddict4493]

You are so correct. the video on Marinemax vs Moorings is spot on. We returned from 8 days on the Aquila 443 and using the head and TP was no problem and the water maker makes suce a hudge difference in the quality of the trip. We had a friend on the Moorings 44 in the bvi the week before us and they were always stopping for trash and water. they even stayed in a hotel 2 nights in anegada and in Scrub so they could have a "proper" shower and bed. We never stayed off the boat and say about twice as much BVI fun than our friends did. Thanks and keep up the great video's. you are really helping those of us with limited BVI experience. Also good luck on the 54. For some fun you might try dinner at the 15th Street Fisheries in Lauderdale. One of our favs when we are in the area.

[@tracydavis8767]

What private water taxi would you recommend? We are porting in Tortola on a cruise ship and would like to go to JVD for the day.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I like Island Time Water Taxi. But there are many more out there now...so shop around and find your deal. Thanks for watching!

[@FreedaddyFilms]

I have to give you massive Props! Just got back from our first trip to BVI. Followed your itinerary almost exclusively! Easily the best vacay I’ve ever had. Thank you for the content and helpful videos. Cheers!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

This makes me so happy! I'm glad I could help. Thanks so much for watching!

[@shanemcgonnell2689]

Does anyone know if the scooters will rent to a 17 year old?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I think the BVI is the wild west. Just show up and they will rent. Enjoy not being a part of the USA bullshit.