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The Barefoot Lifestyle – No Shoes, No Stress, No Mess
The Barefoot Lifestyle – No Shoes, No Stress, No Mess
Discover the epitome of seafaring indulgence with Barefoot Yachts’ Neptune fleet, meticulously outfitted and maintained for discerning adventurers. Our luxury comfort yachts redefine relaxation, boasting opulent amenities and spacious layouts, ensuring an unrivalled at-anchor experience. Immerse yourself in tranquility and luxury as you cruise the pristine waters of the Grenadines. On the other hand, our luxury performance fleet stands as a testament to superior sailing, designed to thrill and delight enthusiasts seeking exhilarating voyages. Sail with precision, power, and grace, embracing the wind and waves like never before, revelling in the exciting sailing conditions for which the Grenadines are famous. Barefoot Yachts, a boutique family-owned charter company, invites you to savor the finest in nautical luxury.
Embark on a cost-effective voyage without compromising luxury aboard Barefoot Yachts’ Navigator fleet, featuring 5-year-old and older sailing yachts. Choose from our distinct categories: luxury comfort yachts, tailored for an idyllic at-anchor escape with opulent amenities, or luxury performance yachts, finely tuned to deliver thrilling and memorable sailing journeys. Experience the blend of affordability and elegance as you navigate the beautiful waters, soaking in the sunsets and salty breeze. Barefoot Yachts, a cherished boutique family-owned charter company, invites you to relish an unmatched balance of economy and indulgence on the high seas.
Experience unparalleled opulence aboard A Barefoot Yachts’ fully crewed private luxury yacht charter, where desires are effortlessly met by an attentive crew dedicated to pampering guests with first-class service. Indulge in delectable gourmet meals prepared by your private chef and revel in the freedom to sail on your schedule. With over 32 years of navigating the Grenadines, Barefoot Yachts offers a unique understanding of the region, ensuring an exclusive journey through these breathtaking waters, enriched by their expert insight into the cruising grounds and the vibrant local culture.
Embark on a sailing adventure of a lifetime with Barefoot Yachts’ race charters in the Caribbean! Picture yourself on the tiller of a professionally maintained, high-performance sailboat, cutting through the azure waters of the Caribbean. Experience the exhilaration of competitive racing and join the ranks of international sailors, embracing the thrill of challenging race courses set amidst the incredible beautiful of these iconic islands. Revel in post-race festivities under starlit Caribbean skies, sipping fine local rums and dancing to the rhythm of this vibrant paradise. Unleash your inner competitive sailor and experience some of the best grand prix racing events in the world, with Barefoot Yachts.
ASA Course with friends - We did a week long ASA course with Barefoot. We were a group of 3 friends on the boat and we all got our ASA 101 and 103s. It was... read more a pleasant surprise to find out we didn’t have to share the boat with strangers. Guy was an amazing instructor. He’s pragmatic in his approach to teaching. We also felt like we lucked out with a local instructor. He knew the best food and drinks in town! We had a blast in the evenings after the anchor dropped.
The boat, Willow Dee, was older but comfortable for us. For the price I think it’s was a good deal. It was ~$1000 cheaper than the other schools I was looking at in the Caribbean.
We’re hoping to come back for our 104s!
Sailing the Grenadines ! - We are just coming back from an awesome week in the Grenadines on a monohull from Barefoot Yacht Charters.
The play ground is incredible, and Barefoot is well... read more located. You leave the base and you are just few miles away from your first destination. The staff is super friendly, helpful and thoughtful. Philip, the Managing Director, gives the best chart briefing you’ll ever get.
There is not a lot of possibilities to rent a sailboat in St-Vincent, Barefoot has been there for many years and should be considered for your next sailing vacation.
I learned to sail with Barefoot Yacht Charters and their offshore sailing school (BOSS), and would love to share details for anyone considering a similar adventure.
(Full disclosure... read more here: I'm related to the folks who run this place.)
Along with a couple and another solo traveler, I spent six days aboard a 52’ Beneteau yacht named Betty Blue, departing from St. Vincent and sailing through the islands of the Grenadines. Though we were strangers, from diverse backgrounds and with differing levels of experience, we learned and progressed as a group under the expert care of captains Guy and Jimmy.
During our trip we earned our ASA 101, 103, and 104 sailing certifications (me being the exception: as a total newbie I was happy to get the first two). Everyone was keen to learn, share knowledge and encourage one another, which added real depth to the learning experience. We spent our days practicing concepts like tacking and jibing, trimming sails, mooring, docking and crew-overboard maneuvers. At key moments we’d take exams, discuss our results, and celebrate our successes before turning back to our studies.
Besides the effective instructional format, the real magic — and this is where I give major kudos to Barefoot — is in the trip itinerary and the care and expertise of their captains. The schedule left ample time to recharge and enjoy our surroundings, which made learning to sail as enjoyable as it was rewarding.
Once anchored each day we were free to lounge, swim, cook up a meal, or go ashore for drinks and dinner. Our captain, Guy, was an excellent tour guide. He quickly got the vibe of the boat, recommending things accordingly and taking genuine pleasure in showing us natural beauty, people and culture of the islands.
Highlights included the floating bar and charming shops in Bequia; a beach picnic and magical ocean phosphorescence in the Tobago Cays; ridiculously spicy fried chicken in an alleyway on Union Island; a visit to the coolest little bar on earth in Mayreau; and a stop at Mopion Island. (Look it up: you’ll blow up Instagram with your photos.)
Did everything go perfectly well? Hell no. Weather can change on a dime, and boats are full of stuff that can malfunction or otherwise go wrong. Our struggles included everything from broken speakers to a not-insignificant spot of engine trouble on a day with no wind. But coming together as a crew to tackle problems was exhilarating and deeply satisfying. I learned volumes watching the problem-solving skills of our captain and crew at work — and now have great material for regaling the folks back home with my hilarious tales.
All told, it was an unforgettable travel experience. And it came with the added gifts of new friends, new confidence, and a spiffy ASA certificate to remind me of my accomplishment! Thanks to the excellent people Barefoot entrusts with their students, I’d do this again in a heartbeat.
From the moment we arrived all the staff at Barefoot Yacht Charters made us feel welcomed. The boat was wonderful and the food was healthy and delicious. We loved everything... read more about our trip.
We have sailed with Barefoot Yacht Charters for many years and our most recent trip did not disappoint. The Grenadine Islands can only be described as gems and sailing... read more with Barefoot is the best way to experience them. The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable - the detailed chart briefing opens up so many opportunities for anchorages either in the “busy” harbors where quaint eateries and small island shops abound or in more secluded spots. As a bonus, we stayed in one of the rooms on property so no hassle getting on the boat the next day - it was right there! A vacation of a lifetime for those with adventurous spirits. Spare a few days for St Vincent hiking a must - a trip to the volcano and Vermont nature trail two of my favorites.
My wife and I first came to barefoot in October 2021. We were attracted by the reasonable rates and consistent winds. We quickly fell in love with the people and... read more beauty of SVG. Just finished another week and we plan to keep returning until our own catamaran’s construction is completed. We have been fortunate enough to travel the world extensively over the last 5 years and SVG is our favorite destination. During both our trips we had complications with our personal lives back home and Thor the manager bent over backwards to assist us with things outside of his scope of responsibility. His ethics and customer centric way of running the business flows through every employee. That’s why the most common response we heard from Barefoot employees was “no problem”.
We (2 couples) booked a 7 day private charter with Barefoot, incl. an instructor/captain and a chef. We did our ASA 101 to 104 certificates and sailed for a week... read more in perfect (very windy, 20 to 30 knots) conditions. Brian, the captain/instructor was very patient and a great teacher. He gave us a lot of confidence and clear instructions.
We sailed to several smaller Islands, anchored in beautiful bays, and had an amazing time. The chef, Monica, jumped in last minute as she is usually the manager of their restaurant but the original chef got sick.
The whole team at Barefoot was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. We loved every second of the trip and want to come back in 2023!!!
At Barefoot, our philosophy is simple and our lifestyle is sweet. Through our commitment to you experiencing your ultimate vacation, clean sailing, our use of locally produced organic provisioning and our responsible operating practices, we hope to protect and enhance your experience while improving the world we share with all living things.
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