I am trying to convince my husband to return to the BVIs mid April aboard our privately owned vessel for 10-12 days before we head south (our boat will be moored in SXM prior to heading to the BVIs). We used to charter there every year until we purchased our own cat 2 years ago. He is reluctant to head back due to crowds and limited ability to anchor and he heard jet skis were approved in some anchorages. I would love to return as I love the BVIs.

My question is, if we return mid April 2020 - is it very crowded? We've never chartered in April, primarily end of May and June. That time of year we are accustomed to sailing, we are able to depart our morning anchorage, stop somewhere for lunch and swim/snorkel then off to another destination for the evening. Is that possible in high season?

I have been reading a few threads, particularly on moorings and wonder what to expect if we are there during high season.