Private Catamaran Charter on Wyuna

A private catamaran on Bermuda’s turquoise water gives you something most boat trips cannot: room to set the pace. You can snorkel reefs, paddle a quiet cove, swim from the boat, or simply stretch out while the crew handles the sailing. The three-hour charter leaves from Albuoy’s Point in Hamilton and is for your group alone, up to 15 people.

I like the easy choice of activities, from the included clear double kayak and paddleboards to snorkeling gear, and I like the crew’s practical, friendly service. Loki and Matt have been singled out for being accommodating, while the boat itself is kept clean and well cared for. The main drawback is cost: at $2,120 per group, this makes the most sense when you can fill the boat with family or friends.

Key details before you book

• Private Wyuna charter: Only your group participates, with space for up to 15 people.
• Three hours on the water: The time is long enough for a focused outing, but too short for an unhurried all-day cruise.
• Hamilton departure: Meet at Albuoy’s Point on Point Pleasant Road, with the trip ending back at the same place.
• Water gear included: Use the clear double kayak, paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment at no extra charge.
• Food and drinks cost extra: Catering can be ordered through Sail Bermuda, but meals, alcohol, and soda are not included.
• Flexible route: You can ask for reefs, shipwrecks, secluded islands, sandbanks, coves, or a safe cliff-jumping location.

Setting sail from Hamilton on Wyuna

The trip begins at Albuoy’s Point, a central Hamilton meeting point on Point Pleasant Road. Pickup is offered, but the stated starting point is useful if you are arranging your own way there. Since the boat returns to the same meeting point, you do not need to sort out a second pickup location after your time on the water.

Wyuna is a catamaran, which matters more than the word might suggest. A catamaran gives you a broad platform and several places to sit, stand, or move around. That extra space is especially useful for a private group with different ideas about fun. One person can sit with a drink, another can snorkel, and someone else can use the paddleboard without everyone feeling packed together.

The boat has also been praised for being clean, well cared for, and spacious. That is a valuable detail for a birthday outing or family charter. You are paying for the whole boat, not just a seat, so the condition and layout have a direct effect on whether the price feels worthwhile.

Sail Bermuda has more than 20 years of charter experience. That does not mean you get a fixed sightseeing script. The appeal is the opposite: the crew can adjust the outing around the water, the weather, and what your group actually wants to do.

Choosing your three hours on Bermuda’s water

The charter is designed around choices rather than a locked route. You might spend most of the time swimming and snorkeling, or split the outing between paddling, sailing, and a stop near a sandbank. It is worth discussing your priorities at the start because three hours passes quickly once you include moving between locations.

For a group with mixed interests, I would set one main goal and one backup. For example, make reef snorkeling the priority, then use the remaining time for a swim and paddleboard session. If your group cares more about relaxing, ask for a calm bay or sandbank and avoid trying to squeeze in too many stops.

The route may include calm bays, secluded islands, offshore coral reefs, or shipwreck sites. The exact destination is not specified in advance, so you should treat these as possible choices rather than guaranteed stops. The crew’s local experience helps with deciding where conditions are best and how to avoid crowded areas.

That flexibility is a real benefit for private groups. A family with young swimmers may want a protected place to paddle. A group of friends may prefer a more active outing with snorkeling and a cliff-jumping stop. A birthday group may care more about food, music, and an attractive anchorage than covering several locations.

Snorkeling reefs and shipwrecks

Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not need to bring or rent the basic gear separately. The possible snorkeling areas include coral reefs and shipwrecks, giving you two different kinds of underwater scenery.

Reefs appeal to you if you want to see marine life and colorful underwater formations. Shipwrecks add a sense of exploration and give the stop a clear focus, even if you only have a short time in the water. The experience is not presented as a specialist snorkeling tour, so I would not book it expecting a long, technical session at several sites.

You should also remember that the crew chooses locations according to conditions. The option to snorkel is part of the custom plan, not a promise that every charter will visit a particular reef or wreck. If snorkeling matters most, say so when arranging the charter and ask what the crew expects to be possible that day.

For a private group, the water stop can be more relaxed than on a large excursion. You are not trying to keep up with a boatload of strangers or wait for everyone to finish before moving on. That can be especially useful when some people want to snorkel for a long time and others only want a quick swim.

Paddleboards, a clear kayak, and a slower pace

The included clear double kayak is one of the more distinctive features. A transparent hull can give you a better look below the surface while you paddle, especially in calm, clear water. Because it is a double kayak, you will need to share it with a partner rather than expect one kayak per person.

Paddleboards are also included. They give your group a second way to explore a quiet cove or move around near the boat. Neither activity requires you to commit the whole charter to a workout. You can use them for a short paddle, then return to the catamaran for a swim or a rest.

I like this mix because it gives the charter a natural rhythm. Snorkeling can be active and focused. A paddleboard or kayak lets you move at your own speed. Sitting on the boat or swimming near a sandbank gives everyone a break.

The practical limitation is equipment availability. The details confirm that paddleboards and a clear double kayak are included, but they do not state how many boards are aboard or how many people can use them at once. If your group is large and everyone wants to paddle, ask about the equipment setup before booking.

Cliff jumping and sandbank swimming

A safe, scenic cliff-jumping location can be included if your group wants a thrill. The key word is safe, but the activity is still optional. Cliff jumping is not the right choice for every age or comfort level, so do not let the most adventurous person in your group set the whole plan.

You can instead anchor near a sandbank for a swim and a slower afternoon. This is likely the better choice for a mixed group, since it gives strong swimmers, cautious swimmers, and people who simply want to sit in the sun something to enjoy.

The charter’s value comes from making that decision privately. You do not have to choose between a fixed cliff-jumping stop and a fixed snorkeling stop because another company set the schedule. You can ask the crew to shape the outing around your group’s comfort.

Still, three hours means you should be realistic. A cliff-jumping stop, a snorkeling stop, paddling, and a meal can become a rushed list. I would choose one major activity and treat the rest as optional extras.

Food, drinks, and the onboard setup

Meals, alcohol, and soda are not included in the $2,120 price. Catering can be ordered through the company’s website, and the crew can collect it, serve it, and take care of the arrangements while you enjoy the boat.

That option is useful for birthdays, family occasions, or groups arriving in Bermuda with limited time to organize food. It also keeps the day simple. You do not have to carry a cooler onto the boat or make everyone stop what they are doing to arrange lunch.

You should budget separately for catering and drinks. One past outing included good food and a stocked bar, and drinks were described as reasonably priced, but those details do not make alcohol part of the standard package. Ask for current catering and drink costs before you finalize your budget.

The onboard service has received particular praise. Crew members have been described as friendly, professional, attentive, and accommodating. That matters on a private charter because the crew affects the whole mood. Good service means your group can focus on the water instead of worrying about equipment, food, or the timing of each stop.

What the $2,120 price really buys

The price is $2,120 per group of up to 15 people. At the full capacity, that works out to about $141 per person before catering and drinks. For six people, it is about $353 per person. For two people, it is a very expensive way to spend three hours.

This is why group size is the biggest value question. A full family group or a gathering of friends can spread the cost across the boat and gain privacy, flexible planning, and included water equipment. A small group may find a shared boat trip more economical.

You are also paying for more than transport from one bay to another. The price covers a private catamaran, a crew, a custom route, snorkeling equipment, paddleboards, and a clear double kayak. The boat’s clean condition and spacious layout add to the value, especially for a celebration.

I would book this for a special occasion or a group that cares about privacy and control. I would not book it simply because you want to get out on the water at the lowest possible price. The three-hour duration is another factor. It is a substantial outing, but it is not a full-day charter, despite the broader description of spending a full day on Bermuda’s water.

Who will enjoy this charter most

This charter suits families, friend groups, birthday parties, and cruise passengers who want a private break from the usual shore activities. It works particularly well when people in the same group want different things. One person can snorkel while another paddles, and someone else can relax aboard Wyuna.

It also suits you if you value service. The crew members Loki and Matt have been praised for being friendly and accommodating, and the staff generally receives strong marks for professionalism. The boat has also been used for a mother’s birthday celebration, where its cleanliness and care made a good impression.

You should think twice if your group is very small, wants a low-cost outing, or expects an exact route with guaranteed stops. The charter is flexible, but that means you need to communicate your priorities. It is not designed as a standard sightseeing loop with every stop fixed in advance.

Most participants can take part, and service animals are allowed. The meeting point is near public transportation. Confirmation arrives at booking, which makes planning easier, but you should still check the pickup details if you want to use that option.

Weather, timing, and practical booking advice

This experience requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. I would avoid scheduling the charter so tightly against a flight or cruise departure that you have no room for a change.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off uses Bermuda local time.

There is one unusual booking instruction: enter one passenger at the start because one passenger equals one boat. Add the total number of people coming aboard in the booking notes. This is easy to miss, especially if you are booking for a large family or a group of friends.

The charter is commonly booked about six days ahead. I would reserve earlier for a cruise visit, birthday, or date that cannot move, since private boats have limited availability. Also confirm the number of people, catering needs, and your preferred activities in advance.

Should you book Wyuna?

Book this private catamaran if you can gather a group large enough to share the cost and you want control over the day. The strongest reasons are the private setting, spacious and well-kept boat, flexible route, included water gear, and consistently warm service. The choice of snorkeling, paddling, swimming, sandbanks, and optional cliff jumping gives you plenty to work with.

Skip it if your group is small, your budget is tight, or you want a long day with many guaranteed stops. At three hours, you need to keep the plan focused, and food and drinks add to the price.

For a family celebration, cruise-day splurge, or relaxed outing with friends, I think Wyuna makes a strong case. Fill the boat, choose one main water activity, and let the crew shape the rest around the conditions.

FAQ

How much does the private Wyuna catamaran charter cost?

The charter costs $2,120 per group, with up to 15 people included.

How long does the catamaran experience last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the charter start and end?

It starts at Albuoy’s Point on Point Pleasant Road in Hamilton, Bermuda, and ends back at the same meeting point.

Is pickup available?

Yes, pickup is offered.

What equipment is included?

The charter includes a clear double kayak, paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment.

Are meals and drinks included?

No. Alcoholic beverages, meals, and soda are not included. Catering can be ordered through Sail Bermuda.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates, with a maximum group size of 15 people.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the experience is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before the start time.