British Virgin Islands Sailing Flotilla
Sun – Beach – Sailing | Cohosted with Calypso Sailing Life
Explore the stunning British Virgin Islands with us on a unique and adventurous flotilla journey! This flotilla offers an incredible opportunity to discover the BVI’s hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path destinations that most charters miss. We’ll sail to picturesque anchorages, vibrant snorkeling spots, and charming islands, creating an unforgettable experience away from the more crowded locations. Our itinerary promises a rich variety of less-visited bays and coves that capture the true essence of the BVI.
🌞 Trip Highlights
- Explore the famous Baths
- Anchor in stunning bays
- Swim ashore with a dollar in your pocket to the soggy Dollar bar
- Have a drink and dance the night away at Willie T’s
- Dine at the famous Saba Rock or next door at the Bitter End
- Paddleboard, snorkel, and unwind in warm Caribbean waters
- Nights under the stars with music, wine, and new friends
| DATES | June 14-21, 2026 |
| LOCATION | British Virgin Islands |
AVAILABILITY |
3 cabins on the lead boat,
4 chartered boats |
PRICE |
$5900 per cabin (+$300 pp provisions)
Private Chartered Yacht $6,000 – $12,000 depending on boat type selected |
Boat & Cabin Options
By the Cabin
Lead Flotilla Yacht – Moorings 5000 – Catamaran
with Capt. Mark Noneman USCG Master – NauticEd American National Standards Instructor
and Co Capt. Sharon Noneman USCG Captain
Double Cabin: $6000 per cabin (2 people)
Includes professional skipper, hostess, provisioning, mooring fees, and fuel
As a bonus, Mark will be providing catamaran instruction for those interested
What’s Included?
- 7 nights aboard a sailing yacht (by-the-cabin or private)
- Flotilla planning + route support
- Experienced BVI area flotilla leader on the lead boat
- Daily sailing briefings + mooring assistance
- Welcome gathering + optional excursions and socials
- Mooring fees and water toys (on the cabin boat)
🚫 Not included: Flights, airport transfers, tip, or personal travel insurance
Meet Your Flotilla Leader
Born and raised sailing the Aegean, NauticEd Instructor Nick Koufidis is your go-to for local knowledge, calm leadership, and hidden-gem recommendations. He’s skippered countless flotillas and loves sharing the authentic heart of Greece.
With over 20 years of sailing experience, Nick Koufidis brings a calm, confident presence to every trip. He first got into sailing through vacations and racing—and what started as a hobby quickly became a lifelong calling. For the past 15 years, Nick has worked as a professional skipper and fleet operator, gaining deep expertise in the Greek islands and earning top-level qualifications as a NauticEd SLC Instructor/Assessor and RYA Yachtmaster Cruising Instructor.
A regular sailor in both the Sporades and Ionian Islands, Nick knows every tucked-away cove and quiet harbor worth visiting. “The sense of freedom sailing offers is what keeps me coming back,” he says.
One of his favorite memories? “Sailing through the Sporades archipelago. Each island is like a jewel with its own story. Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonnisos, Skyros—they’re unspoiled and full of secrets waiting for the curious sailor.”
What to Expect Aboard
Nick is all about smooth logistics and relaxed, memorable experiences. Guests can expect a helpful, friendly, and polite atmosphere onboard. Whether it’s navigating to the next anchorage or guiding you to a hidden swim spot or cozy taverna, Nick brings both professionalism and local charm to each day.
Fun Fact
Nick always brings his camera—and keeps an eye out for dolphins. “I love capturing those moments when they swim alongside the boat,” he says. “It never gets old.”
Favorite Local Gem
When asked to choose a favorite destination in the Sporades, Nick doesn’t hesitate: “The old town of Skopelos. Its narrow alleys feel like stepping back in time—you feel the soul of Greece there.”
Itinerary
This interactive map is a typical sample itinerary we have put together. More than likely we will do Itinerary #6. The route taken during the week will depend on prevailing and current weather. Tap the top left slider icon to see different routes. Note that Long bay on Night 1 is exposed to a westerly swell – if such conditions exist we will reposition into North Sound.
What is Great about the BVI Adventure
The BVI is not to missed in this lifetime. In fact, most of us have been multiple times – there is a reason. There is so much to do in such a compact aquatic island nation. Places not to be missed is the Bight and infamous Willie T’s on Norman Island, Cooper Island Beach Club, Savannah Bay and the world renown Baths, North Sound with the famous Bitter End Yacht Club and Saba Rock and Leverick Bay, the remote Dogs, Jost Van Dyke with the hard to find bubbling pools and the famous Soggy Dollar beach area and Foxy’s Restaurant and Bar, Cane Garden Bay, and Sopers hole. You simply can’t fit it all in and that’s why we keep going back.
FAQs
✈️ Getting There: Travel Info
The closest airport is EIS, Beef Island – Tortola BIV, where it is a 20-minute taxi ride to the base. Alternatively, you can fly into USVI and ferry to Tortola – about a 50-minute gorgeous ride between all the islands to Road Town on Tortola (a five mintue taxi ride to the Sunsail Base.
Who’s Going?
Mark and Sharron Noneman are Catamaran Veterans of the Caribbean. They own their own catamaran and spend their lifetime sailing the area. They host guests on their own boat year round – training and showing them the time of their lives. This time, Mark and Sharon are hosting the NauticEd flotilla on a Mooring 5000 catamaran.
All fun and aquatic lovers are invited. Whether you are a seasoned sailor bringing your own friends and family, an accomplished sailor wanting to experience the area for the first time with safety in numbers, wanting to stretch your knowledge a little with a professional instructor captain on board, or know nothing and want to enjoy enjoy enjoy this amazing archipelago, everyine will find what they are looking for.
What’s a Flotilla?
A flotilla is a group of yachts sailing the same route—independently skippered or captained by you—but with shared support, camaraderie, and guidance from a lead boat and local flotilla leader. Think: freedom with a safety net and a built-in crew of travel buddies.
How to Join?
Spots are limited, and the BVI tends to sell out fast every year due to its popularity. Questions? We’re happy to help you plan the perfect Sporades sailing escape.
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