The best quiet Caribbean islands: 5 Exclusive yacht charter destinations for ultimate privacy and luxury

Despite being one of the most desirable destinations on earth, it’s still possible to enjoy the sugar-white beaches, warm turquoise waters and laid-back luxury vibe of the Caribbean in peace – you just need to know where to go. 

For the best quiet islands on your Caribbean yacht charter, ask your captain to veer a little off the well-charted course and bring you to the places few others know about, from below-the-radar islands to hidden-away luxe eco resorts and secret bays and anchorages.

As experts in all-things Caribbean, our charter team can plan beautiful bespoke itineraries that help you escape the crowds and soak up the natural beauty of this paradisiacal playground in peace. Here are some of the best quiet islands to plot a course for on your next Caribbean yacht charter for a level of privacy others can only dream about.

5 Best quiet Caribbean islands for a luxury superyacht charter

1. Mustique, St Vincent & The Grenadines

The ultra-private island of Mustique has become something of a celebrity hideaway, thanks to its high level of security, beachfront villages, total discretion and the wide choice of shore and water-based activities that guests can enjoy away from the public glare.

With no direct flights, Mustique is best reached by private yacht, helicopter or plane, ensuring an air of exclusivity, and yet far from being a showy place, it’s an island where an atmosphere of quiet luxury pervades as guests come to indulge in life’s simple pleasures.

Days here can be spent swimming in translucent waters, enjoying long, drawn-out beach picnics upon powder-white sands, drifting off during a relaxing Balinese-style massage or taking a sunset paddleboard ride around the bay. 

It’s an island that almost forces you to slow down to meet the pace of the local sea turtle population, making a Mustique yacht charter an easy-going alternative to some of the Caribbean’s busier destinations.

2. Iles des Saintes, Guadeloupe

A small group of islands found within the French-Caribbean archipelago of Guadeloupe, on the fringes of the Lesser Antilles, Iles des Saintes (or Les Saintes as it is sometimes known) has a surprisingly chic, European feel.

This is best felt at Les Saintes Bay, where houses with colourful roofs and shuttered windows look out over the water on the isle of Terre-de-Haut. Named ‘one of the most beautiful bays in the world’ by UNESCO, Les Saintes is also a great place to sample authentic French-Creole dishes, served in one of several unassuming restaurants.

It’s a short transfer by tender from here to Sugar Loaf hill, a conical mound that stands above its namesake beach – another natural beauty – but there are many tranquil anchorages and hidden beaches to be found throughout the isles, which the jet set are yet to discover.

3. Anegada, British Virgin Islands

As the sailing capital of the Caribbean, the BVIs need no introduction as a charter destination and yet, between busy regattas and jumping jamborees, it may surprise you to know there are still secret slices of paradise to be found.

As the archipelago’s most remote outpost, Anegada manages to remain undetected and those that do find it have a world of pink-conch shell beaches and colourful reefs to discover, and yachts with shallow drafts are best placed for exploring it to its fullest.

With more than 300 wrecks within easy reach, Anegada also lends itself well to diving charters, while the purity of its environment means wildlife thrives here, from flamingoes wading in the salt ponds to the island’s very own species of rock-dwelling iguana.

Don’t miss the lobster feasts on your BVI yacht charter – they say the seafood here is better than anywhere else in the Caribbean – especially during the annual lobster festival.

4. Petit St Vincent (PSV), Grenadines

A private islet in the southernmost reaches of the Lesser Antilles, on Petit St Vincent barefoot luxury is the order of the day, and with no internet connection or phone signal, guests can fully disconnect.

With a dense, green, hilly interior and a coastline edged by dazzling-white sandy beaches, there is a light-touch eco approach to tourism here. Climb to the top of Marni Hill – the island’s highest point – and you will be awe-struck by the views across the southern Grenadines.

Back on lower ground, with Petit St Vincent Resort the sole place on the island, you’ll need to book in advance if you wish to dine beneath the swaying palms of the beachfront restaurant or nurture your body and soul at the hillside spa.

However, planning aside, there are more than enough secluded sugar-white beaches to share out between the elite visitors. With a yacht-friendly anchorage and an exclusive vibe throughout, you’ll feel like you’ve found your place in the world when you arrive here on your yacht charter in the Grenadines.

5. Harbour Island, Bahamas

Running just three miles from east to west, and half a mile north to south, this pocket island near the more famous Eleuthera has all the laid-back charm and natural allure of its neighbour but with far fewer crowds.

Such is the low-key approach to life here that the only mode of transport on the island is a golf buggy. Surrender to island time, however, and your days will be spent flopping around on the long strip of pink-sand beach that stretches the length of the island, where at any moment one of the wild horses that lives behind the dunes might appear and start galloping along.

This untainted sense of escapism means the island has been a closely guarded secret among fashionable New Yorkers for a long time – even the family homes that have developed alongside the pastel-coloured cottages of the colonial era, remain delightfully hidden.

These well-connected residents need to eat though and so Harbour Island has long been home to upscale restaurants such as the old school Landing, and these are now being joined by chic boutique hotels and art galleries, perfect for filling your Bahamas yacht charter days between sunbathing sessions.

Caribbean wildlife & natural experiences

The quiet nature of these islands mean they offer fantastic opportunities to see wildlife. Choose a yacht with snorkelling gear and diving equipment and you can explore a marine world that’s been largely untouched by humans.

Alternatively, slide off the swim platform for a morning swim with resident sea turtles, or take a Caribbean hike [add link] for some incredible birdwatching.

Plan your private Caribbean superyacht charter with Edmiston

A superyacht charter is your passport to most secluded Caribbean islands, which are out of bounds to most. With bespoke itineraries tailored to your wants and needs, Edmiston can ensure all Caribbean private charters come with concierge-level service – be it in terms of dining, cultural immersion or secluded anchorages – for the most exclusive journey possible through these Caribbean charter destinations.

With its shallow draft, ACTA yacht is well equipped for exploring the secret corners of the Bahamas, while her tender and Seabobs will make both underwater and shore excursions more fulfilling.

Meanwhile, with low emissions and minimal noise, HOME yacht is a great choice for those who want to enjoy eco-conscious Caribbean yacht vacations. 

To begin planning your one-of-kind escape to one of the most beautiful quiet islands in the Caribbean, speak with the Edmiston charter broker team today.