The Horizon Group
The Horizon Group
If your perfect vacation means avoiding the galley and soaking up every moment of relaxation, a captain & chef charter is the way to go.
With a professional skipper at the helm and a private chef on board, all you need to do is unwind. Your chef will craft delicious meals - from lazy breakfasts in the morning to casual lunches while under sail and local fare served under a star lit sky – everything is tailored to your preferences. Meanwhile, your skipper ensures a smooth, safe, and scenic journey. Together, they’ll coordinate your itinerary and meals to suit your style, so you can enjoy a seamless and indulgent Caribbean sailing experience.
Sail through the best cruising grounds in the world with our top-class fleets. With our decades of expertise, we invite you to explore the sea your way — comfortably, confidently, and completely at ease.
Your captain and chef are there to enhance your experience — as involved or discreet as you’d like. Head ashore for dinner and return to relax aboard your comfortable yacht, or stay on board and enjoy a gourmet meal under the stars. Your crew adapts to your pace and preferences.
Let your captain guide you to hidden bays and top snorkelling spots, while your chef prepares fresh, locally inspired dishes — think grilled fish after a beach day or jerk chicken wraps as you sail. Together, they align your meals with your adventure.
From navigating to provisioning, your captain handles the yacht while your chef takes care of every meal. That means no cooking, no clean-up, and no worries — just more time to relax, explore, and enjoy those sunset cocktails without ever touching the dinghy.
Whether you’re hiking for island views, launching a kite from a quiet beach, or stargazing in a remote anchorage, your captain makes it happen. Meanwhile, your chef keeps the energy high with meals crafted to fuel your day — or unwind from it in style.
When identifying the best crew configuration to fit your needs it helps to understand the differences between each arrangement.
If you’re interested in learning to sail as part of your trip, let our reservations team know, and we can include a Captain who’s comfortable teaching his crew how to sail. Even better, if you’d like to gain some certification during your trip, we can offer courses in the American Sailing curriculum.
We welcome any and all ages, group sizes and mobility levels. If you’ve got any special requests, be sure to mention these on your enquiry form and the reservations team will be sure to help accommodate these. We offer a netting round all of our boats for any small kids onboard to provide some additional protection.
For any larger than normal group sizes, we can offer tandem charters with more than one boat at extremely favourable rates.
Aside from their daily fee, the only additional costs to consider when including a captain or chef would be their provisioning and gratuity. When provisioning for the crew, just consider an additional person for any meal planning. If you plan on eating ashore, either provide the crew with some cash ($30-50/pp) to get themselves something, or invite them to your table or give them some clear instructions on what they can have onboard.
In the Caribbean, the industry standard is around 15-20% of the charter value, depending on your experience. One thing to keep in mind is that ATMs in the BVI can sometimes run out of cash.
Whether you're looking to learn, wanting the support of an experienced sailor onboard, or the luxury of a fully crewed yacht, we offer flexible, personalized options across the world's most breathtaking cruising grounds.
Our yachts are meticulously maintained and fully equipped for comfort, safety, and performance — ensuring a stress-free charter from start to finish.
As the leading independent charter company in the Caribbean with over two decades of experience, our teams provide expert knowledge and personalized support from the first time you contact us, through the end of your vacation.
From learn to sail, to bareboat to luxurious fully-crewed experiences, we offer a range of charter styles to suit your preferences, aspirations, and travel goals.
We pride ourselves on delivering warm, professional service that consistently earns rave reviews — and many returning guests year after year.
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