Catalyst Caribbean Charters

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Explore the area

St Thomas, VI

Sapphire Beach16 min walk
Secret Harbour Beach5 min drive
Smith Bay Beach7 min drive
St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Catalyst is a 44 foot St Francis catamaran, with 3 cabins providing comfortable accommodations for up to 6 guests. Captain Al has been at the helm for 12 years now, and has continually upgraded Catalyst in every way, making her the busiest and best charter option in the Caribbean. Catalyst is COI certified, meaning that she has met or exceeded all the latest marine safety standards.

A normal day will start with a fabulous breakfast while you take in the scenery of another fantastic beach, then off for some sailing in The Sir Francis Drake Channel while we make our way to one of the many coral reefs where you will snorkel through pristine waters. Once back on the boat, you will be served a delicious lunch, then relax on the trampolines as we take a short sail to a hike where you can search for pirate treasure, or just enjoy this scenic paradise. Now its happy hour and time to head off to one of the BVI's famous beach bars for a painkiller and some swimming. From here the evening can take many different directions, maybe dinner on the boat under the stars while you enjoy the chefs succulent meal, then off to The Willie T for some dancing at a floating bar. This is the best vacation ever'

Captain Al has set up 3 different types of Charters, the most popular being a Half Board which includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners and domestic bar...The all inclusive option is just that, with then addition of a chef and a full bar...The Captain Only option gives you the use of the captain and the boat along with all water sports. Catalyst is the only boat in the Caribbean that offers all these options.

All packages include on board water sports (water skiing, wake boarding, Stand up paddle board, etc) and scuba diving for certified divers. Captain Al is also a PADI certified dive instructor, and can teach a resort course for those that just want to try, or a full certification course.

Keywords: Catamaran, charter boat, sail, BVI, USVI

Property manager

Alan Roberts

Amenities

Kitchen

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Kitchen

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 18

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Red Hook

Located in St. Thomas, this houseboat is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sapphire Beach and Coki Point Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St Thomas, VI

What's nearby

Sapphire Beach - 16 min walk
Cowpet Bay - 4 min drive
Secret Harbour Beach - 5 min drive
Smith Bay Beach - 7 min drive
Coki Point Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

The Tap & Still - 1 min walk
Hook’d - 3 min walk
Captain Quin's Rum Bar - 3 min walk
Sapphire Beach Bar - 17 min walk
Tarpon’s Table - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Catalyst Caribbean Charters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Catalyst Caribbean Charters located?

Situated on the beach, this houseboat is within 1 mi (2 km) of Vessup Bay and Sapphire Beach. American Yacht Harbor and Turquoise Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karen R., Truckee

15 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Wonderful first sailing experience. The captain made great meals and took us to beautiful locations around the islands

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th Birthday Trip of a Lifetime

Captain Alan is an amazing Captain, chef, tour guide, and host. He took us to numerous beautiful beaches where we could kayak, paddle board, or ride the dinghy to shore. We saw so many turtles, dolphins, sting rays, and more. Every day was a new adventure of swimming, snorkeling, hiking, beaching, and exploring. Seeing the islands from the water is such a treat and the sail between the beaches was as beautiful as the destinations. Despite our varied preferences and dietary restrictions, Captain Alan's exceeded our expectations at each meal. The boat was perfectly appointed. Bring your bathing suit and cover up, and go - Captain Alan will take care of the rest!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grant D.

12 June 2018

Expectations are high

You will not be disappointed, Captain Alan does a great job as skipper, dive master and chef. Our family had a wonderful time every step of the way, we only wish we had booked more days.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

9 May 2017

Dream Vacation!

Are you dreaming of the “perfect” vacation? One where you can relax, unwind and enjoy life’s best moments? Well, look no further than renting the Catalyst! The Catalyst is a 44 foot catamaran that travels to the best sites and islands in the British Virgin Islands. Your captain(and owner), Captain Alan Roberts, is not only the perfect guide and host, he is also an outstanding chef, who creates gourmet delights for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Captain Alan brought us to the best snorkeling sites and we saw the most colorful fish, beautiful coral and plant life. We would swim back to the boat and awaiting us would be culinary delights, like seared tuna with calamari salad and seaweed! Yum! Captain Alan is an amazing chef and attended to all our needs. He had great suggestions for things to do while on island and was quite the gracious host while we were aboard. We wanted for nothing. He also taught us a new game while we were moored. We got to experience the thrill of sailing, but also had the opportunity to explore the islands—maybe a hike or take an open air taxi ride up to the highest point on Virgin Gorda—the views were spectacular. We swam and paddle boarded right off the boat into beautiful white sand beaches and often found a local watering hole to quench our thirst. So if you are looking for a vacation that offers both relaxation, fun and adventure, book the Catalyst and sail off into the sunset!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O., Minnetrista, MN

7 Feb 2017

No Shoes, No Regrets!

We just returned from an amazing week on the Catalyst. If you have any reservations, don’t. Captain Alan Roberts is clearly capable, responsible, and knowledgeable. The booking\payment process was super easy. Captain Alan was trustworthy, gracious, and quick to respond to questions or provide information and instructions. Captain Alan is a top-notch Captain, Chef and tour guide. He devised our route based on the things we wanted to do\see and the time we had. He served up one amazing bay after another with a variety of activities at each one. When we arrived, Captain Alan pointed out where to snorkel, the calm waters for paddle boarding, or a little known spot for happy hour and live music. In some situations, we needed a taxi on land, so Captain Alan phoned ahead and our driver was waiting. He reviewed dinner choices each night; adding insight into what was served, the price point, history, what they were known for, etc. and made reservations. We opted for half board, which allowed us to take in the local flavor, while having all breakfasts and most lunches on board. We agreed that despite visiting some of the islands’ best restaurants, we preferred what Chef Alan served. In the morning he was ready with coffee when the first of us appeared (or so I heard ;-) ), and had a breakfast spread (& coffee) ready when the rest of us appeared. He made sure everyone had everything they needed before cleaning up the kitchen or starting out on the day’s route. As the sun sloped into the hazy rays of late afternoon, there was usually a call for “Happy Hour” and Captain Alan emerging with island cocktails and snacks. Before the trip, you will complete a preferences sheet. In hindsight, we didn’t give him much to go on… but he still managed to impress all of us. The Catalyst itself was very comfortable, clean, well-cared for, and equipped for anything you might want (stand up paddle boards, kayak, snorkel or scuba gear, fishing gear, etc.). The trampoline\beanbag was perfect to get some sun while sailing to the next island. The boat is equipped with Sirius (choose your station), a hook up for your own device (iPhone, iPad, etc.), or blue tooth. The cockpit was a great spot for getting silly into the night, playing games, watching the Tarpon school around the light from the boat, or marveling at the stars (& mast lights from other boats). Don’t hesitate to sail with Captain Alan. You won’t regret it!