Christensen Shipyards is a Pacific Northwest builder with a reputation for high-quality composite motor yachts, produced in Vancouver, Washington, to a standard that has sustained strong values in the resale and charter markets alike. The three Christensen Shipyards vessels available for charter in the Tobago Cays area are representative of the yard’s output: tri-deck layouts, immaculate gel-coat finishes and interiors crafted by skilled cabinet-makers.
These yachts typically span 40 to 55 metres and are built in fibreglass composite, keeping overall displacement lower than steel equivalents of comparable volume. Interior arrangements follow the Pacific Northwest convention: a full-beam owner’s suite on the lower deck, four to six guest cabins amidships, and an expansive main-deck saloon with direct access to the aft deck. Sun bridges and upper-deck hardtops are common, providing shade throughout the Caribbean day.
Weekly charter rates for Christensen Shipyards yachts in the Caribbean range from approximately 80,000 to 220,000 euros. The APA, around 30 percent, covers fuel for inter-island passages, provisions and wine, berthing fees and water-toy rentals. The Grenadines charter season peaks December through April, when northeast trades bring consistent 15 to 20 knot winds and ideal visibility for snorkelling and diving at the Tobago Cays.
Christensen Shipyards charters arrive at Tobago Cays through the northern entrance channel, anchoring in the main lagoon off Baradal Island. Horseshoe Reef is a short dinghy ride or swim from the anchorage. Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Jamesby and Petit Tabac provide anchorage variety within the national park. Overnight passages north to Mayreau and Mustique round out the classic Grenadines week.
