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British Virgin Islands

Nature’s Little Secret

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Perfect Yachting Destination

The British Virgin Islands, part of a volcanic archipelago, is a British overseas territory and the home of BlueFoot Travel. Comprising four main islands and 56 smaller ones, it is known for its reef-lined beaches, its laid back natural charm and its sheltered sailing waters, making it a hugely popular sailing holiday and diving destination.

Tortola

Tortola is the largest of the islands. It features many white-sand beaches, including Cane Garden Bay and Smuggler’s Cove. Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands, has a harbour dotted with sailing boats and is known as a yachting hub. In the island’s south-west, forested Sage Mountain National Park offers trails and sweeping views over neighbouring cays.

Virgin Gorda

Virgin Gorda, home to The Baths beach area, boasts steep vegetation-covered slopes that tumble down from Gorda Peak to deserted white beaches far below. Discerning travellers are drawn to Virgin Gorda for its quiet coves and beautiful anchorages.

Jost Van Dyke

Jost Van Dyke is named after an early Dutch settler reputed to have been a pirate. Sunbathe at the unspoilt beaches of White Bay, Nemo’s homeport and the home of the delicious Painkiller rum cocktail. Or sail across to Little Jost and Sandy Cay where you can imagine yourself a castaway for the day. The natural bubbling pool Jacuzzi formed by the foaming seas at the east end of the island is a great place to relax.

Smaller Islands

The sixty or so islands, islets and cays that comprise the BVI cover nearly sixty square miles and because they are so close to each other, together with the natural trade wind conditions, they provide ideal sailing conditions year round. Many of the smaller islands bear a name that reflects its colourful past and unique landscape, such as Buck Island, Dead Chest Island, Fallen Jerusalem, Ginger Island, Great Camanoe, Round Rock and Scrub Island. Among these numerous smaller islands, you’ll find must-see destinations for snorkelling such as Wreck of the Rhone and the Indians, and water sports, day hikes that lead the way to extraordinary lookouts, wildlife sanctuaries and so much more – all ensconced in the boater’s paradise that is the British Virgin Islands.

Sailing Holidays in Style

Whether you are travelling solo, as a couple or a group, you will have an unforgettable crewed charter with BlueFoot Travel. Book your private cabin and relax, enjoy delicious food, get hands-on sailing experience, and have lots of fun as we sail from one beautiful island to the next. So select a trip and join us in the British Virgin Islands and create some amazing experiences you can share with your friends and family.

Further Information

The British Virgin Islands’ Official Site

The British Virgin Islands on Trip Advisor

The British Virgin Islands on Windfinder

Source: Caribbean Tourism Development Company 

BlueFoot Travel at The Baths in the BVI

BlueFoot Travel at The Baths in the BVI

The Loose Mongoose beach on Beef Island, British Virgin Islands

The Loose Mongoose beach on Beef Island, British Virgin Islands

Soper's Hole anchorage in the BVIs

Soper’s Hole anchorage in the BVIs

Sunset and SUP from Peter Island in the BVIs

Sunset and SUP from Peter Island in the BVIs

BlueFoot Travel's Nemo Med Moored in Little Harbour, Peter Island, BVIs

BlueFoot Travel’s Nemo Med Moored in Little Harbour, Peter Island, BVIs

Stunning cloud and sunset over the British Virgin Islands

Stunning cloud and sunset over the British Virgin Islands

Crazy Cockerels in the BVIs...

Chickens and cockerels are everywhere in the BVIs and cockadoodledoo’s happen at very odd times

Trellis Bay Full Moon Festival

The Bitter End Yacht Club

Cane Garden Bay

BVI_TrellisBay

Trellis Bay

Beef Island Airport

Beef Island, Tortola Airport: Terrence B. Lettsome Airport (EIS).

Airlines & airports

There are no direct flights from the USA, Canada, Europe, or South America to the British Virgin Islands yet.

LIAT, Seaborne Airlines, Cape Air and Win Air all fly into Beef Island from Antigua (ANU), St Martin (SXM), San Juan in Puerto Rico (SJU) and St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands (STT).

The most direct way to arrive to the BVI from North America is via San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU). Frequent connecting services are offered by Cape Air and Seaborne, with occasional service offered by other airlines and charter flights. A new flight from Miami (MIA) directly to Beef Island (EIS) is being planned by BVI Airways.

Travellers from Europe may find it easiest to travel directly from London Gatwick to Antigua. Connecting flights to Tortola can be booked with LIAT.

Flights times

Flights from Antigua take 60 minutes, San Juan in Puerto Rico 45 minutes and St. Martin 30 minutes.

Transfers

Approximately five minutes in a taxi at a cost of about US$15. Further pricing available here.

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Fast facts

Main City:
Road Town
Population:
~ 28,000
Language:
English
Currency:
USD
Climate:
~ 29°C / 85°F
Popular Beers:
Virgin Islands Ale
Local Dish:
Barbecued Anegada Lobster
Must Do:
Snorkel at the Indians

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