
where blue meets green.
Sailing is a way of combining the green and the blue, the land and the sea — It takes us to some of the most beautiful and remote destinations, and teaches many skills along the way.
Phoebe is the face behind Sea Earth Sail. As a liveaboard captain and sailing instructor, she incorporates her knowledge of the marine environment and passion for exploration into every sail.
Phoebe spends summers in Wrightsville Beach, NC and winters in the US Virgin Islands. Follow along on Instagram to stay updated with her life aboard S/V Bella.
Day Sail: 4-6 hours, WB / USVI
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We will depart from St. Thomas in the morning and set sail towards the beautiful island of St. John. Our destination is the Virgin Islands National Park, which offers some of the best snorkeling spots and picturesque anchorages in the USVI. We typically try to hit two locations before sailing back to St. Thomas.
6 hour sail - flexible start times (recommended 10-4)
customizable itinerary - work with your captain to plan the perfect day for you and your group!
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On this 4 hour private charter, you will sail around the waterways of Wrightsville Beach and Atlantic Ocean. You will work with your captain to plan your perfect itinerary of islands and local spots. Upon anchoring, the crew will dinghy you around wherever you'd like to go!
Explore the "WBVIs!" We've coined this name after spending time in the Virgin Islands, and are bringing the best parts of the islands to WB. Just as the Caribbean has an abundance of anchorages to reach by sailboat, so does Wrightsville Beach!
Masonboro Island
Money Island
Swimming hole
ICW rope swing
Masonboro Inlet and Jetty
Offshore in the Atlantic Ocean
Dockside Waterfront Bar and Grill
Customize this cruise to your liking - enjoy a serene Masonboro Island, swing on a rope swing along the ICW, or stop for drinks at Dockside's waterfront bar.
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USVI: $1250 private charter (up to 6 people)
WB: $1200 private charter (up to 6 people)
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local rum cocktails, beer, soda, water, fresh fruit
snorkeling gear, SUP, floats, towels
dinghy excursions to shore to visit beaches, hike, etc.
lunch available ashore at our various destinations, or picnic lunch aboard! (cost not included)
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reef-safe sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
bathing suit and cover-up/clothes, non-marking footwear
gratuity for crew
Skippered Charter: 5+ days, USVI
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Live the island life aboard Bella! Captain Phoebe will sail you around to all the best spots in the USVI, creating a custom itinerary based on your unique interests and charter length.
Boarding begins as early as 9:30am, check-on and safety briefing completed by 12pm to set sail!
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Weekly rate: $9,800
5-day = $7,000
6-day = $8,400
7-day = $9,800
8-day = $11,000
9-day = $12,200
10-day = $13,400
11-day = $14,600
12-day = $15,800
Sleep aboard the night before!
Available for half the daily rate ($600)
Boarding after 4pm
Includes welcome cocktails and continental breakfast. Dinner ashore is at your own cost.
Additional costs:
Provisions (food and drink)
option for personalized provisioning service
Fuel, mooring or dock fees, customs, cruising permits, airport transfers, shore excursions
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Fuel + mooring fees
A customizable itinerary of sailing and island hopping
Dinghy excursions ashore, snorkeling, hiking
Use of snorkel gear, SUP, floats, beach towels
Onboard WiFi
2 captain-cooked dinners
Restaurant/bar recommendations
NOT included:
Gratuity
Provisions (Phoebe can assist in provisioning the boat, but charterer is responsible for the cost)
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Bella is a 44’ Lagoon catamaran (2006), equipped with many amenities to keep you comfortable and make you feel at home:
Air conditioning in all cabins and salon
Generator
Watermaker
Starlink WiFi
2 cabins, each with their own head (toilet + shower), complete with fresh linens, towels, and soap
Galley kitchen with oven, stove, Vitamix blender, air fryer, French press and Nespresso coffee machine
Full size fridge, freezer with ice, YETI cooler
Learn to Liveaboard: 7 days, USVI
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Learn to Liveaboard! Book an individual cabin or a private charter for this learn-to-sail cruising course.
ASA 103 + 104 + 114 certifications available/included.
2025 Dates:
Feb 21-28: WOMEN’S WEEK
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7-day course in USVI:
$5800 / couple (regular cabin)
$3400 / person (regular cabin)
$2400 / person (salon camping!)
4 person maximum: accommodations available for 3 individuals or 2 couples
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Full week of hands-on and classroom learning
ASA books and certifications
7 nights accommodation
A customizable itinerary of sailing and island hopping - you will learn chart plotting and work with your captain/instructor to plan the route!
Dinghy excursions ashore, snorkeling, hiking, etc.
Use of snorkel gear, floats, and beach towels
Onboard WiFi
Fuel, mooring/dock fees
Pre-departure provisioning trip (groceries) is part of the learning experience!
Airport pickup / drop off
NOT Included
On-shore meals, alcohol, etc.
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Bella is a 44’ Lagoon catamaran (2006), equipped with many amenities to keep you comfortable and make you feel at home:
Air conditioning in all cabins and salon
Generator
Watermaker
Starlink WiFi
2 cabins, each with their own head (toilet + shower), complete with fresh linens, towels, and soap
“Salon camping” = sleep under the stars on the trampoline or on the couch in the salon or cockpit for a reduced rate!
Galley kitchen with oven, stove, Vitamix blender, air fryer, French press and Nespresso coffee machine
Full size fridge, freezer with ice, outdoor YETI