British Virgin Islands Catamaran Sales hotlist: Find the Best charter yacht
Learn what’s new in the British Virgin Islands Catamaran sales: Since the new U.S. bill -100 % Depreciaton Bonus and new tax advantages emerged, investing in charter yachts is on the rise. And if you move fast, your new yacht could be a fully booked money machine, a tax deduction, and a new leisure toy for you before this year ends.
Here’s a list of the hottest charter catamarans in the BVI listed for sale:
Lagoon 500
The 2011 Lagoon 500 “Azuria” is a meticulously maintained, turnkey-ready charter catamaran based in Tortola. She features four luxurious queen cabins—each with ensuite bathrooms.
Comfort meets entertainment with AC in every cabin, flat-screen TVs, and a well-equipped salon.
She’s loaded: fresh cockpit cushions, Isinglass enclosures, a redesigned bar, water toys, underwater lights, solar panels, and a powerful new Northern Lights generator. Upgrades are recent and extensive, including navigation gear, rigging, sails, and a robust battery bank. With accommodations, amenities, and charter appeal at the ready, she’s presently offered at $475,000. Ready to earn or live aboard smart.
Leopard 58
The 2020 Leopard 58 “Ruby One” is a four-cabin, four-head catamaran built by Robertson & Caine, combining luxury with bluewater performance. At 57’7″ long with a 27’9″ beam, she offers expansive living spaces, air conditioning throughout, and impressive tank capacities for extended cruising. Priced at $1,200,000—recently reduced from $1,425,000—this yacht represents a rare opportunity to own a flagship Leopard in excellent condition, perfectly suited for private adventures or charter.
Lagoon 52 F
The 2017 Lagoon 52 “Oui Cherie” is a sleek, charter-ready catamaran designed by VPLP and Nauta Design. With her diamond-shaped bows, wide beam, and elegant deckhouse, she combines performance with striking looks. Offering four ensuite cabins plus crew quarters, a bright open salon, and seamless indoor-outdoor living, she’s built for both private cruising and charter. Powered by twin Yanmar engines and equipped with a generator, watermaker, solar, and tender, she’s fully outfitted for bluewater adventures. Priced at $995,000, this Lagoon 52 delivers comfort, capability, and investment potential in one package.
The three things these catamarans for sale in the BVI have in common are that they are all renowned brands, that keep their value, are popular among charter guests, and have an established reputation among charter guests.
How to set up yacht buying for maximum Tax benefits under the 100% Bonus Depreciation Law?
Tax benefits qualification criteria for yachts
- Ownership structure: the boat needs to be purchased through a U.S. Business entity
- Time table: the yacht needs to be placed in service after January 19, 2025.
- Business use: The catamaran must be used for business purposes (chartered) over 50% of the time.
To further clarify the business use, the catamaran must first obtain all licenses, permits, and certifications required for yacht charter operations. Second, the yacht needs to be listed with a recognized charter company and visible through professional marketing channels.
The boat needs to operate under a commercial charter agreement with bookings spread across the year. Revenue generated by the yacht must be deposited into a dedicated business account associated with the corporation (LLC) that owns the boat.
Expense records need to show the catamaran business activities clearly. And lastly, A licensed and insured crew and yacht captain are engaged when the catamaran is booked.
How to leverage Section 179 on a yacht purchase
For 2025, the Section 179 deduction gives businesses a powerful tax advantage when investing in new or used equipment, including certain types of yachts if they qualify for business use. Under this provision, companies can immediately expense up to $1,250,000 of qualifying asset purchases rather than spreading the depreciation out over several years.
However, there is a cap: the deduction begins to phase out on a dollar-for-dollar basis once the total amount of equipment purchased during the year exceeds $3,130,000. This means that if your business invests beyond that threshold, the Section 179 deduction will gradually reduce until it’s entirely eliminated once purchases reach $4,380,000.
In short, for businesses making substantial capital investments in 2025, Section 179 offers a way to significantly reduce taxable income upfront—making it not just a tax perk, but also a strategic tool for cash flow and growth.
With the right tax strategy, owning a catamaran can now be more than a luxury—it can be a wise business move.
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