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ActionQuest

British Virgin Islands · Sailing & scuba

Liveaboard sailing and scuba programmes in the BVI; teens crew their own yacht for the session.

At a glance

Where
British Virgin Islands. One programme runs in the Leeward Islands and one in Australia
Ages
Depends on the programme; some are for 15 and up
Length
10 to 21 days
Season
June to August
Price
US$4,870 for 10 days, up to US$8,670 for 21 days (2027 tuition)
Living
On board the boats for the whole session
Certifications
PADI diving and IYT sailing

From the camp's own website, checked 6 Oct 2026. Prices and dates change, so confirm with the camp: actionquest.com (opens in a new tab).

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Reviews from campers

5.0
4 reviews · 4 verified
100% would tell a friend to go
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Victoria, 16 · went in 2022
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5 / 5
Best: The activitiesBest: The place itselfWould go back
Lawrence, 16 · went in 2023 · Session 2
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5 / 5

Skin infections make sure to bring disinfectant and stay clean

Best: The activitiesBest: The peopleCould be better: FoodWould go back
Amelie, 15 · went in 2019 · Polaris
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5 / 5

Fair warning: you'll never look at a normal summer the same way again. Days on the water, the most scenic landscapes you can imagine, and friends you'll still be texting years later. Ocean lovers, this one's for you.

Best: The place itselfBest: The peopleCould be better: FoodWould go back
Luca, 16 · went in 2021
Verified · known to us
5 / 5

I run this site, and I went to ActionQuest twice, in 2021 and 2023. Everyone gets chores every day, so you are crew, not a guest. The food was decent for something cooked on a boat. I got my PADI Open Water and Advanced certifications there, and the dive sites are spectacular. I have never seen nicer beaches and islands, and the stars at night were incredible. The staff were great, I made lifelong friends, and I was sad on my last day.

Best: The activitiesBest: The peopleCould be better: FoodWould go back

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