The Horizon Group
The Horizon Group
Looking to bring a big group of friends and family on charter? A tandem yacht charter (also known as a flotilla) is the perfect way to sail together, while still enjoying the comfort, privacy, and five-star service of your own crewed yacht. At Horizon Luxury Crewed, we make group sailing simple, seamless, and unforgettable.
Tell Us What You're Looking For
Start by telling us a bit about your group and the type of yachts you might be looking for. Our luxury crewed yacht specialist Kayleigh will then recommend an array of yachts of a similar size, speed, and style, ensuring all boats can comfortably sail together and enjoy the same itinerary.
Choose Each Yacht's Lead Guest
To ensure easy and seamless communication throughout this process, choose at least one member from your group to act as the point-person throughout the charter, they'll be the person we contact to ensure everything is running smoothly.
Crew Collaboration
Once your yachts are chosen, the crews coordinate directly with each other to design a synchronized experience — from shared anchorages and activities to mealtimes and group excursions.
Sail Together
When the day arrives, your flotilla departs side by side — sailing, snorkeling, dining, and exploring the BVI in perfect harmony.
A tandem charter is when two or more luxury crewed yachts sail together, allowing larger groups to share the same itinerary and experiences while having their own onboard crew, cabins, and amenities. You’ll sail in close company, anchor in the same bays, and dine or explore ashore as one group — all while enjoying the space and personal service that comes with your private yacht. It’s a popular choice for:
Advance Planning is Key
The best boats book up fast, especially during winter! Booking early ensures your preferred yachts and crews are available.
Crew Communication
Your crews will stay in close contact throughout the charter to coordinate sailing times, anchorages, and activities — so everything feels seamless.
Flexibility is a Given
While yachts sail together, you’ll always have the freedom to spend time apart if your group wants a little space or varied experiences.
Dining Together
Depending on your fleet’s layout, larger yachts may host shared meals or sundowner cocktails, while smaller yachts can join for beach BBQs or restaurant dinners ashore.
Shared Experiences
From snorkeling tours and paddleboard races to beach picnics and sunset sails, tandem charters make group memories that last a lifetime.
Featured Destination
The British Virgin Islands are ideal for tandem charters, with short sailing distances, protected waters, and countless anchorages perfect for group fun. Your captains will plan each day based on wind, weather, and your group’s preferences — ensuring every anchorage and passage suits all yachts in your flotilla.
Planning a group sailing holiday can feel overwhelming, so we're here to help clear up the details that you may want to know before booking. We want to give you a clear picture of how tandem charters work, how the crews coordinate, and what you can expect when several yachts travel together.
A tandem yacht charter is when several luxury crewed yachts sail in close company, giving larger groups the chance to enjoy the same itinerary while still having the comfort and privacy of their own yacht. Each yacht follows the same route and shares anchorages, so the experience feels connected rather than crowded. It suits families, wedding groups, corporate events or friends who want shared adventures without losing the space that a private yacht brings.
The number of guests depends on the size and layout of each yacht in your flotilla. Our crewed yachts carry a set number of guests, so placing several yachts together allows room for bigger groups without compromising comfort. Once you tell us your group size, we suggest a mix of yachts that work well as a coordinated fleet, making the planning process simple.
Crews work closely with one another before and during the trip. They agree on sailing routes, anchorages, activities, timings, dining plans, and any shared experiences your group wants. This makes the charter feel smooth from the moment you arrive and gives you confidence that every yacht in your flotilla is working towards the same plan.
Shared meals are easy to arrange, especially when a larger yacht in the fleet can host. Your crews can also plan beach barbecues, restaurant dinners ashore, or relaxed sundowners that suit the whole group. You have plenty of flexibility, so you can dine together when it suits you, then enjoy your own yacht when you want something quieter.
Tandem charters rely on securing multiple yachts that match well in size, speed, and style. Not all yachts are open to tandem charters, which means those that are, are in high demand, especially during winter. Therefore, earlier planning gives you the broadest choice and the crews you want. Booking ahead also makes it easier for the yachts to coordinate availability and plan your shared experience.
The cost of a tandem charter reflects the yachts you choose, the crews on board, the season, and the length of your trip. We'll suggest yachts that work with your preferences, and you can then choose the yachts that fit your overall budget while still keeping everyone together. Once we know your preferences, we guide you toward options that meet your expectations.
With Horizon Luxury Crewed, every detail of your charter is handled by our expert team. Our local knowledge ensures we would only suggest crewed yachts we wouldn’t charter ourselves! The crews we recommend are experienced in tandem charters and work beautifully as a team, balancing independence and togetherness to give your group the best of both worlds.
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