Luxury sailing yacht Bodhisattva, built in 2018 is anchored in the Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (US). It has 3 cabins, can accommodate 6 people.
Luxury Sailing Yacht Bodhisattva for Charter in Caribbean Virgin Islands
Bodhisattva is a 19-meter crewed sailing yacht built in 2018 by Jeanneau, refitted in 2025, and based in the British Virgin Islands for charters of up to 6 guests across 3 cabins with a crew of 2. The layout includes a full-beam master suite aft with a king berth and two forward double cabins, each fully air-conditioned with a private ensuite bathroom. The yacht is flagged in the USA and carries a home port in the British Virgin Islands.
Bodhisattva carries a strong set of water toys and equipment, including a wakeboard, stand-up paddleboards, a Sea Bob, a tube, kayak, snorkel gear, float mats, and a 70hp dinghy. Rendezvous scuba diving is available through captain connections in the BVI. Onboard amenities include full air conditioning, a watermaker, generator, onboard Wi-Fi, and a BBQ. The yacht is operated by Captain Adam Buyskes, a South African with 25 years of skippering experience and 17 years based in the BVI, and Chef Tamsyn Engelbrecht, also from South Africa, with seven years of experience across Forbes-rated hotels and the yachting industry. Bodhisattva is part of the broader crewed sailing yachts available for charter through Master Charter.
The yacht charters in the British Virgin Islands and US Virgin Islands during winter, with Saint Martin and Saint Barths available for an additional relocation fee of $2,000. Summer charters operate in the Grenadines. A minimum charter of 5 nights applies. The weekly rate for Christmas week is $30,000 and New Year's week is $34,000, with a 10 percent spring incentive available on new bookings confirmed between March 1 and April 15, 2026, for charter dates through May 30, 2026. A suggested crew gratuity of 15 to 25 percent of the total charter fee applies.
Location Details: Bodhisattva is available for winter charters in the British Virgin Islands, St. Martin, and St. Barths, and summer voyages in the stunning Grenadines.
Accommodation: Featuring a thoughtfully designed 3-cabin layout, guests will enjoy a spacious full-beam master suite aft and two well-appointed forward double cabins. Each cabin is fully air-conditioned and includes its own private ensuite bathroom, ensuring ultimate comfort for all aboard.
GENERAL NOTES:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X 5 nights.
48 HOURS REQUIRED FOR TURNAROUND
10% SPRING INCENTIVE
British Virgin Islands
As we move into one of the strongest sailing windows of the year, Bodhisattva is offering limited-time spring incentive. This discounts applies to bookings confirmed between March 1 and April 15 2026, for available charter dates between March 1 and May 30, 2026. Kindly note this offer applies to new bookings only and cannot be applied to existing reservations. Available now for 6 night minimum charters.
SLEEP ABOARD: The yacht does not offer sleepaboards
LOCAL FARE: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 5 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 2 dinners ashore at client expense.
-For local fare, deduct $150 per person off the charter rate
Christmas 1 to 6 guests 7 Nights $30,000
New years 1 to 6 guests 7 Nights $34,000 - Start not earlier than 27th
SAINT MARTIN / SAINT BARTHS RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,000, minimum 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.
TIP:
It is customary to tip your crew at the end of your charter. The amount you leave is totally at your discretion and should be based on the level of service provided. The suggested gratuity is 15%-25% of the total charter fee.
No Captain only please
Dive Info: Bodhisattva offers rendezvous scuba diving only.
Generator: yes
Watermaker: yes
Dinghy: Yes
Dinghy HP: 70
Helipad: No
Jacuzzi: No
Gym: No
Stabilizers: No
Elevators: No
Wheel Chair Access: No
AC: Full
AC Night: Yes
AC SurCharge: 110V/60hz
Internet: Onboard WIFI
Special Diets: Inq
Kosher: Inq
BBQ: Yes
Gay Charters: Inq
Nude Charters: Inq
Adult Water Skis: Yes
Stand Up Paddle: Yes
Gear Snorkel: Yes
Tube: Yes
Wake Board: Yes
1 Man Kayak: Yes
Sea Bob: Yes
Sea Scooter: No
Float Mats: Yes
Scuba Onboard: Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Compressor: Not Onboard
Nation: South Africa
Speaking Languages: English
Nation: South Africa
Captain Adam hails from Knysna, South Africa, where
he began his seafaring skills, growing up sailing dinghies
and his father’s majestic 60ft gaff-rigged ketch,
eventually crossing the Atlantic Ocean at the age of 18,
to the Caribbean.
This led him into his career, amounting 25 years of
expert skippering experience with both sail and power
boats (commercial and recreational). He is also a
certified salvage and commercial diver and large crane
operator, he blends his hands-on expertise with a
customer focused approach, prioritizing safety above all
else.
Having called the British Virgin Islands home for 17
years, he possesses an intimate knowledge of the
region’s renowned hotspots and hidden treasures.
Captain Adam has local connections to organize
outstanding dive rendezvous for any enthusiastic diver
on board, or any excursion available to guests in the BVI
or further down the Caribbean if needed.
He is also an avid kiteboarder, and is a master of the
BVI’s premier water sport locations. In his role, he
delights in leading thrilling sailing adventures and water
sport experiences, all aboard the luxurious vessel SY
Bodhisattva, under his command.
When not at sea, Captain Adam treasures every moment
with his cherished daughter, Izzy, and wife, Elisabeth, on
their home island of Tortola.
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Born in South Africa, Tamsyn brings along her vast knowledge of the hospitality industry to table. Having 7 years of experience working in Forbes rated hotels, exclusive country clubs and within the yachting industry throughout the United States and the Mediterranean. Tamsyn brings onboard a polished yet personalised style of service, mixology skills and her passion in all things culinary.
From sipping mai thais as the sun goes down to indulging in cuisines from all over the world in a beautiful Caribbean setting. Tamsyn strives to deliver excellence and create unforgettable memories. Her enthusiastic attitude , creative flair and keen attention to the little details are sure to set the mood on your journey with us.
