The event boasts such a variety of sailing is difficult to know where to start! Coastal and inter-island races, the chance to watch match racing, and three days of stiff ‘round the cans’ racing to top it off.
Race Training Day - 01 April 2024
Race Days - 02 - 07 April 2024
Price: £1,799 per person
The 51st edition of the BVI Spring Regatta will be a very special event in 2024. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Virgin Islands, the BVI Spring Regatta and the sailing festival is a five-day celebration of sailing and camaraderie, with the Caribbean’s yachting community banding together to welcome competent sailors from around the world.
The BVI Spring Regatta kicks off from the Nanny Cay Marina on Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. The racing is varied and interesting including a round Tortola race and pursuit racing. There is a lay day so you can also enjoy the beautiful surroundings and beaches that are right on the doorstep of the marina.
The yacht is professionally maintained and raced competitively in major regattas and offshore events in the UK, Europe, and the Caribbean. She comes with an extensive racing sail wardrobe and has been modified from the factory original for ease and functionality of racing.
Our Beneteau 47.7 is MCA-coded category 2 for 14 people and ISAF coded to Cat. 1 She sleeps up to 10 in four separate cabins, and all berths are equipped with lee cloths for use at sea.
Please view ‘Other Practical Information’ for more information on sail wardrobe and race results.
01 April 2024: Arrival on the boat, safety briefing, and on the water Race Training Day
02 – 07 April 2024:The 50th edition of the BVI Spring Regatta will be a very special event in 2024. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Virgin Islands, the BVI Spring Regatta and the sailing festival is a five-day celebration of sailing and camaraderie, with the Caribbean’s yachting community banding together to welcome competent sailors from around the world.
The BVI Spring Regatta kicks off from the Nanny Cay Marina on Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. The racing is varied and interesting including a round Tortola race and pursuit racing. There is a lay day so you can also enjoy the beautiful surroundings and beaches that are right on the doorstep of the marina.
The event boasts such a variety of sailing is difficult to know where to start! Coastal and inter-island races, the chance to watch match racing, and three days of stiff ‘round the cans’ racing to top it off. We provide accommodation on board for the duration as well as all the regatta entry fees, lunch whilst sailing, and berthing costs.
Nanny Cay Resort & Marina, British Virgin Islands
Nanny Cay Resort & Marina, British Virgin Islands
The yacht is professionally maintained and raced competitively in major regattas and offshore events in the UK, Europe, and the Caribbean. She comes with an extensive racing sail wardrobe and has been modified from the factory original for ease and functionality of racing.
Our Beneteau 47.7 is MCA-coded category 2 for 14 people and ISAF coded to Cat. 1 She sleeps up to 10 in four separate cabins, and all berths are equipped with lee cloths for use at sea.
Please view ‘Other Practical Information’ for more information on sail wardrobe and race results.
01 April 2024: Arrival on the boat, safety briefing, and on the water Race Training Day
02 – 07 April 2024:The 50th edition of the BVI Spring Regatta will be a very special event in 2024. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Virgin Islands, the BVI Spring Regatta and the sailing festival is a five-day celebration of sailing and camaraderie, with the Caribbean’s yachting community banding together to welcome competent sailors from around the world.
The BVI Spring Regatta kicks off from the Nanny Cay Marina on Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. The racing is varied and interesting including a round Tortola race and pursuit racing. There is a lay day so you can also enjoy the beautiful surroundings and beaches that are right on the doorstep of the marina.
The event boasts such a variety of sailing is difficult to know where to start! Coastal and inter-island races, the chance to watch match racing, and three days of stiff ‘round the cans’ racing to top it off. We provide accommodation on board for the duration as well as all the regatta entry fees, lunch whilst sailing, and berthing costs.
20-25 litre dry bag
Wet weather gear top and trousers (optional, can be provided if required)
Thin thermal/breathable base layer x 1
Fleece top
Deck shoes
Sea boots (optional)
Sailing gloves
Warm hat
Sun hat
Sailing knife
T-shirt
Shorts
Sunglasses x 1
