St. Lucia Yacht Charter – Crewed Yachts Beneath the Pitons

Charter a Private Yacht in St. Lucia

St. Lucia is one of the most dramatic islands in the Caribbean: twin volcanic peaks rising straight from the sea, rainforest-covered mountains, waterfalls and hidden coves along the west coast. The Pitons and the waters around them are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and mooring beneath them is one of the unforgettable moments of any Caribbean charter.

Most charters begin in Rodney Bay or Marigot Bay. A week can explore St. Lucia’s west coast at a relaxed pace, cross to French Martinique to the north, or sail south as a one-way charter through St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Highlights of a St. Lucia Yacht Charter

• The Pitons and Soufrière: moor between the twin peaks, with Sugar Beach at their feet.
• Marigot Bay: a deep, palm-fringed bay that is one of the most sheltered anchorages in the Caribbean.
• Sulphur Springs and Diamond Falls: a volcanic caldera with mineral baths and botanical gardens near Soufrière.
• Anse Chastanet and Anse Cochon: reef snorkelling and diving inside the Soufrière Marine Management Area.
• Pigeon Island National Landmark: 18th-century fort ruins and views over Rodney Bay.

St. Lucia Yacht Charter Prices for 2026–2027

Yacht style	Size and guests	Typical weekly rate (7 nights)
Crewed sailing catamaran	45–65 ft, 4–10 guests	About $20,000 – $60,000, often all-inclusive
Luxury catamaran	70–80 ft, up to 10–12 guests	About $60,000 – $130,000
Motor yacht	80–110 ft, up to 10–12 guests	About $70,000 – $120,000 plus expenses
Superyacht	120 ft and above, up to 12 guests	From about $100,000 plus expenses

What the rate includes: on an all-inclusive charter, common on catamarans, the weekly rate covers your crew, meals, a standard bar, fuel for normal cruising and water toys; you add a crew gratuity (15–20% is customary) and any marina or park fees. On a plus-expenses charter, usual for motor yachts and superyachts, an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) of typically 25–35% of the charter fee is paid ahead to cover fuel, food, drinks and dockage, and any unspent balance is returned at the end of your week. Mooring buoys inside the Soufrière Marine Management Area carry a small fee, usually arranged by your captain.

A Sample 7-Day St. Lucia Itinerary

• Day 1 – Rodney Bay and Pigeon Island: board in the north and walk up to the fort for the view.
• Day 2 – Marigot Bay: a short cruise south to one of the Caribbean’s most sheltered bays.
• Day 3 – Anse Cochon: snorkelling on the reef and a quiet night at anchor.
• Day 4 – Soufrière and the Pitons: moor beneath the peaks, with Sugar Beach for swimming.
• Day 5 – Sulphur Springs, Diamond Falls and Anse Chastanet: a morning ashore, then snorkelling on the reef.
• Day 6 – Martinique or the Grenadines: cross north to Sainte-Anne in Martinique, or continue south towards Bequia on a one-way charter.
• Day 7 – Return to Rodney Bay: a final swim and a farewell dinner aboard.

Best Time for a St. Lucia Yacht Charter

Season	Months	What to expect
Peak season	Mid-December – April	Steady trade winds, dry days and the highest demand. Book 6–12 months ahead, and earlier still for the holidays.
Shoulder season	May – June	Warm water, calmer seas and a wider choice of yachts, often at more attractive rates.
Hurricane season	June – November (peak August – October)	Many yachts reposition. Charters remain possible with flexible plans and travel insurance.
Signature events	May and December	The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival (May) and the arrival of the transatlantic ARC rally in Rodney Bay (late November – December).

Every St. Lucia charter is arranged personally by Hansel or Adrian Sneed. Sneed Charters has arranged Caribbean yacht charters since 1992, and as independent brokers we compare yachts from many owners and central agents, so our advice is unbiased and the charter rate is the same as booking direct.

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