About

Bill O'donovan

Meet Your Captain

Heading into his 14th charter season, Capt. Bill O’Donovan has taken thousands of people out on the York River to learn how to sail or just enjoy the experience. He holds a 100-Ton license with the US Coast Guard. He has taught for the American Sailing Association and does charity work for Sail Beyond Cancer Virginia. He’s retired as Publisher of The Virginia Gazette in Williamsburg and is an American Revolution history buff.

Our Fleet

When you join us for your sailboat charter, you’ll sail on a 32-foot modern Hunter complete with in-mast furling and oversized sails for maximum speed. Sophisticated controls reduce the size of the sails to minimize leaning and ensure everyone’s comfort. A giant colorful spinnaker is raised for light downwind running. Yanmar 18 horsepower diesel powers the boat in creeks.

With sailing instruction through our sailing school you’ll learn what will enable you to sail most any boat. The boat meets all US Coast Guard standards and has shipshape equipment, including color-coordinated lines and well-marked blocks.

With our many charter sailing options, we have the right tour whether you’re visiting our area from out of town and in search of a unique vacation adventure,  an employer wanting the perfect corporate retreat or a local looking for a fun family chartered sailboat trip.

The tranquility of being on the water, the rush of being propelled by the wind, and the joy of gliding over the waves alongside dolphins—those are just a few of the reasons I enjoy sailing. It’s the idea of being on the water, there’s something about that that’s magical. There’s a certain solitude to it.