Christensen Shipyards of Vancouver, Washington, builds composite motor yachts from 40 to 60 metres that are known for their fibreglass hull quality, spacious interior programmes and American approach to design collaboration. The composite construction delivers a lighter vessel than steel equivalents, contributing to better fuel economy and ride characteristics for the Caribbean passages between BVI anchorages. Charter from Virgin Gorda places these well-specified yachts at the heart of the island circuit.
Three Christensen yachts are available for charter from Virgin Gorda, typically accommodating eight to twelve guests across four to six cabins. North Sound at Virgin Gorda provides an ideal sheltered embarkation point, and The Baths, Anegada, Jost Van Dyke and Norman Island are all accessible within a week’s comfortable cruising from this base. Professional crews of six to nine maintain attentive service throughout.
Weekly charter rates for Christensen yachts from Virgin Gorda run from around 60,000 to 160,000 euros, with the advance provisioning allowance of 30 percent covering fuel, provisions, marina fees and drinks. The BVI winter charter season from October through April is the primary period, and Christensen yachts attract guests who appreciate American build quality combined with considered interior design.
From Virgin Gorda, Christensen yachts access the complete BVI circuit and can cross to the USVI when the itinerary calls for a longer range. Their composite construction and fuel efficiency make combined island-group itineraries comfortable within the standard provisioning budget.
