On a private charter you don't book Noah's Ark so much as tell your captain you'd like lunch there. The rest of the day is yours to fill: the shipwreck, Iguana Island, a snorkel, a sandbar swim.
1. Charters closest to the Ark
Noah's Ark is minutes from Blue Haven Marina and Leeward, so charters that leave from there spend the least time getting to the bar and the most time at it.
For style, the 43ft Ultra Luxury Yacht Charter (up to 16 guests) and the 47ft Luxury Yacht Charter (up to 18) both leave from Blue Haven. For a smaller group, the 37ft Luxury Boat Charter takes up to 10.
Bringing a crowd? The Adventure Boat leaves from Leeward with room for 25. The day is fully customisable, floating bars included, and recent guests have made Noah's Ark their stop between the wreck and conch diving.
2. Charters from Turtle Cove
Turtle Cove Marina is a little further along the north shore, but a four-hour charter from here still makes Noah's Ark an easy stop.
The 35ft Luxury Yacht Charter (up to 12) ties up right at the Ark; it's the boat in our photos. Go bigger with the 62ft Lux Yacht Charter or the steady, spacious 44' Luxury Catamaran Yacht, each for up to 20 guests.
The 51ft Lux Yacht Charter and the 62ft are too big to tie up at the bar, so they anchor just off it and you wade in, drink in hand on the way back. One more thing on the 62ft: it draws too much water for the La Famille Express shipwreck, so pick another boat if the wreck is a must.
Seen at the Ark35ft Luxury Yacht Charter
Superyacht day62ft Lux Yacht Charter
Catamaran44' Luxury Catamaran Yacht
Guest favorite51ft Lux Yacht Charter
3. More boats that will take you there
Couples and small groups get the best value on the 22ft Sports Cruiser Charter (up to 8) or the 26ft Regal Charter (up to 10). Both tie up right at the Ark. Big birthday or wedding crowd? The 70ft Sailboat Charter takes up to 50, and the 65' Ultra Lux Sailing Cat up to 20. Ask the crew when you book.
Couples22ft Sports Cruiser Charter
Best value26ft Regal Charter
Up to 50 guests70ft Sailboat Charter
Sailing65' Ultra Lux Sailing Cat
4. How to plan your charter day
Four hours fits the shipwreck, a snorkel and a drink at the Ark, from any marina. Six hours adds Iguana Island and a long lunch. Eight hours is the full day, with room for a sandbar swim and conch diving.
Tell your captain when you book that you'd like to stop at Noah's Ark. Your food and drinks there go on your own bar tab, separate from the charter.
Good to know
- Peak season (December to April) books out early, especially weekends. Choose your date first.
- Charter prices are per boat, not per person, so a full boat is the best value.
- Check @noahsarktci the day before in case the bar has an event or private booking.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take a private boat to Noah's Ark?
Yes. On a private charter the route is yours; ask your captain to stop at Noah's Ark for lunch. No reservation is needed when you arrive by boat.
Which boats can dock at Noah's Ark?
Most powerboats tie up right alongside, including the Adventure Boat, the 35ft Luxury Yacht, the 43ft and 47ft yachts, the 37ft and 28ft boats, the 26ft Regal and the 22ft Sports Cruiser. The 51ft and 62ft yachts anchor just off and guests wade in.
Which charters are closest to Noah's Ark?
Those leaving from Blue Haven Marina and Leeward: the 43ft Ultra Luxury Yacht Charter, the 47ft Luxury Yacht Charter, the 37ft Luxury Boat Charter and the Adventure Boat.
How long should I book?
Four hours is enough to fit the Ark from any of the marinas, Turtle Cove included. To add Iguana Island, a snorkel and a long lunch, book six or eight.
Is food at the bar included in the charter?
No. What you order at Noah's Ark is paid to the bar, separately from the charter.
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