Mustique Yacht Charter and Top Charter Yachts
Boatbookings' Guide to Mustique Yacht Charter and our Recommendations for the Best Mustique Charter Yachts
Mustique is a private island in the Grenadines that is a famous low-key hideaway for celebrities, aristocracy, and families who want to enjoy the full fruits of the Caribbean without the hassles of modern-day life. Famously bought as a cotton ranch by Colin Tennant, a visionary and eccentric member of the British Aristocracy, for £45,000, who spent his life transforming it from "mosquito island" to an island with 100 stunning villas and a true feeling of community.
The island boasts a tiny airport where you can be dropped off just before your time of departure, a club where all islanders are invited for weekly backgammon tournaments and cocktail parties, one famous beach-side bar (Basils, see below), and many beautiful beaches where Princess Margaret, the Queen, virtually the entire royal family, and many household name celebrities have bathed in anonymity.
If you sail or cruise through the Grenadines, you will pass by this beautiful and exclusive island. You will need to have Grenadines entry papers, normally obtained in nearby St Vincent, and you can then moor or anchor in the one harbor, fittingly called Britannia Bay, in honor of the Royal Yacht of the same name that moored there when Queen Elizabeth first visited in 1977. A stay on Mustique normally would entail a day on "Princess Margaret Beach" (Les Jolies Eaux) or Macaroni Beach, a sunset drink at the Cotton House, and a night of Rum Punch and dancing at Basils Bar, with the possibility of Mick Jagger showing up and playing along with the band.
Attractions and things to do on Mustique
Mustique is a small island, measuring just 3 miles by 1 mile, and has just one small town that offers a grocery store, outdoor fruit and vegetable market, the "Sweetie Pie" bakery, and fresh fish caught daily. There are no hotels on the island (the Cotton House offers 12 exclusive rooms), no golf course, no tourist traps. And the islanders want to keep it that way.
Instead, the daily cycle runs something like this: walk or jog to get some exercise while air is still cool before a healthy breakfast of fruit and eggs. Then get in your "mule" (golf cart - no one drives cars here) and head off to one of the pristine beaches such as Macaroni, Princess Margaret, or l'Ansecoy. Lunch at the Cotton House, and then maybe some shopping at the two boutiques, and grab a donut or other treat from the bakery between them. Dinner on your yacht, or just straight to Basils for sunset Rum Punch, a local caught grilled fish, and then some dancing!
Here are some of the key attractions on Mustique.
Basil's Bar
Basil Charles was famously found by Colin Tenant on the side of the road in St. Vincent after a motorcycle accident. Once he recovered from his injuries, Tennant took a liking to him and brought him to Mustique to run the Cotton House bar, the first on the island. Basil eventually started his own beach bar nearby and proceeded to build one of the best in the Caribbean, "Basil's" famous for its Wednesday night "Jump ups" and the Mustique Blues Festival. While Basil no longer runs the bar, he can frequently be seen there hobnobbing with the customers. Virtually everyone on the island visits Basils on a regular basis.
Basil's offers a good menu of fish and local Caribbean food, and hamburgers and pizza to please a broader taste. It is the local place to order a sundowner drink, just as Princess Margaret and Anne Glenconner did on many occasions. You may want to sample their "Mustique Whammy" Rum Punch made from unbelievably potent local St Vincent Rum. Plan to dance and stay awhile as Basil's transforms into a dance bar in the evening.
Princess Margaret Beach
Princess Margaret enjoyed this beach because the "waters felt like champagne" and it was a short walk down from her villa. A small beach, it can be reached by a stone-paved path from the Lagoon parking area. It is protected and west facing, so waves are small, and the sand is clean and white. You can snorkel the small adjacent reefs, or maybe read "Lady in Waiting" written by Colin Tennant's wife Baroness Anne Glennonner, to learn about the fascinating origins of the island.
Macaroni Beach
Macaroni Beach is the most famous on the island, is a scenic, curved white sand beach bordered by mangroves and the Mustique hills, and offers nice surf. People love having picnics here and walking on the path dedicated to Queen Elizabeth when she visited the island, you can see the royal seal on the path.
Cotton House
It is a stretch to call this a resort and the islanders love it that way. The Cotton House was converted from a Cotton Plantation into a relaxed club that offers a clubhouse bar, a beach restaurant, and several exclusive hotel rooms.
Mustique Top Charter Yachts
You cannot charter a yacht from Mustique, you would normally Charter from St Vincent and visit Mustique and the other famous Grenadines islands that include Bequia and Canouan. Most of the top yachts in the Caribbean are happy to sail or motor the Grenadines, we've listed our top selections below.
- Sunreef 80 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 24 m
- Year: 2020
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $60000 to $80000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"SEACLUSION is one of the top catamarans chartering the Caribbean and has won the Best Yacht in the 2022 USVI Yacht Show!"
- Nautitech 46 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14.02 m
- Year: 2019
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $15000 to $18000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"You will be dazzled by the beauty of the Nautitech 46 ILLUSION and the knowledge of Captain Bruno. Our previous charter feedback is always exceptional, so there is no better catamaran to cruise the Grenadines."
- Lagoon 450 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 13.96 m
- Year: 2018
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $15320 to $16720 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The Lagoon 450 is a great design for first-time charter guests. Benefit from the separate helm station which gives you a private aft deck for alfresco dining and lounging."
- Fountaine Pajot Victoria 67 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 20.44 m
- Year: 2014
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From €27500 to €32000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A beautiful catamaran with a first class finish and crew with a vast knowledge of every corner of the Caribbean and Med islands."
- Dufour 48 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14 m
- Year: 2022
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $18200 to $20700 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Built in 2022 SERENITY, a brand new model catamaran, offers an abundance of space inside and out."
- Bali 5.4 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 16 m
- Year: 2019
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $26500 to $29500 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Enjoy cruising the Caribbean with this enthusiastic, knowledgeable crew looking after you!"
- Lagoon 620 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 18.89 m
- Year: 2016
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $37000 to $40000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"If youre looking for a full spec, diving, state-of-the-art Lagoon 620 with an expert crew, look no further than RIPPLE for your next adventure."
- Lagoon 620 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 18.89 m
- Year: 2018
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $42000 to $45000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A standout Lagoon 620 luxury catamaran with a vastly experienced crew; Alex, Carla and Beatrix will not disappoint!"
- Dufour 48 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14.6 m
- Year: 2019
- Cabins: 5
- Berths: 10
- From $15840 to $19880 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The finest crewed catamaran in the Grenadines offering authentic experiences from St Vincent."
- Lagoon 450 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 13.7 m
- Year: 2012
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $17500 to $21500 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The best permanently crewed Lagoon 450 in the Caribbean with a brilliant crew. Book now!"
- Fountaine Pajot Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 13.94 m
- Year: 2020
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $19500 to $26750 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Explore the Virgin Islands on board this SAONA 47 to create wonderful memories with family or friends"
- Lagoon 620 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 18.9 m
- Year: 2014
- Cabins: 5
- Berths: 10
- From $39000 to $46000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"She has sophisticated touches throughout with a dedicated crew, perfect for your next family yacht charter."
- Lagoon 630 Crewed Power Catamaran
- Length: 19.5 m
- Year: 2018
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $37000 to $42000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"One of the most luxurious Lagoon powercats in the Caribbean with a knowledgable captain and crew."
- Ark Yachts 180 Luxury Crewed Sailing Yacht
- Length: 60 m
- Year: 2013
- Cabins: 13
- Berths: 26
- From €84000 to €92000 per week
- 47 Robertson and Caine Crewed Power Catamaran
- Length: 14.33 m
- Year: 2007 (refit 2013)
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $20500 to $23650 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A luxurious and spacious power catamaran - ideal for a Caribbean adventure!"
- Bali 4.8 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14 m
- Year: 2021
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $22500 to $24500 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"BELLA is ready for your family and friends to experience the best of The Virgin Islands together!"
- Christensen 157 Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 47.9 m
- Year: 2007 (Refit Annually)
- Cabins: 6
- Berths: 12
- From $199000 to $225000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"LADY JOY is the epitome of refined elegance, with spacious and stylish accommodation."
- Lagoon 39 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 11 m
- Year: 2016
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $8500 to $11950 per week
- 3 Cabins Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 12 m
- Year: 2009
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 0
- From $8000 to $11000 per week
- Fountaine Pajot 40 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 12.19 m
- Year: 2022
- Cabins: 2
- Berths: 4
- From $11000 to $15500 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Experience eternal love throughout your exhilarating cruise in the Bahamas on VIVE LAMOUR!"
- Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 12.8 m
- Year: 2020
- Cabins: 2
- Berths: 6
- From $15000 to $16000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Spice up your Caribbean cruise on the Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 RISE!"
- Lagoon 440 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 13 m
- Year: 2007
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 0
- From $8822 to $16412 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Leave it all to Captain Brian!"
- Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 13 m
- Year: 2021
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $16000 to $18000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Step onboard DREAMCATCHER for the ultimate sailing adventure in the USVI, cruising from one island paradise to the next."
- Robertson and Caine 42 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 13.11 m
- Year: 2011
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 7
- From $13950 to $16850 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Dance or get lulled into a trance on GROOVY with her excellent crew who will give you a fantastic charter experience!"
- Nautitech 46 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14 m
- Year: 2017
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 0
- From $13050 to $17500 per week
- Dufour 48 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14 m
- Year: 2022
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $18200 to $20700 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Cruise the Caribbean on UTOPIA, a brand new 2022 Dufour 48."
- Bali 4.8 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14 m
- Year: 2022
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From $18000 to $21500 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A brand new model catamaran built by Bali in 2022, BAVARIAN BLISS offers guests considerable living space inside and out."
- Lagoon 46 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14 m
- Year: 2021
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $16500 to $20500 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Get lulled by the gentle rhythmic waves of the Caribbean Windwards on RITMO!"
- 3 Cabins Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14 m
- Year: 2001
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 0
- From $13000 to $16000 per week
- Lagoon 46 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 14.02 m
- Year: 2023
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $16500 to $20000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Sign up for an infinite number of surprises as you cruise the Caribbean Leewards on INFINITY!"