HELM GUIDE Digital

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS
Pristine waters, palm-fringed beaches, and
perfect sailing conditions almost all year
round - it’s easy to see why the BVI are one
of the Caribbean’s top sailing destinations.
The vibrant sun shines on a pale blue canvas, a cooling easterly
breeze at your back as you sail between Tortola, Virgin Gorda,
Jost Van Dyke and Anegada.
It’s not just about the great sailing weather, though - the BVIs
offer spectacular natural beauty, a full spectrum of aquatic
life, and legendary watering holes.
With consistent trade winds, well-equipped marinas, easy
island hops and line-of-sight navigation, the BVIs are a
wonderful choice for every sailing holiday.
Start your BVIs yacht charter from Tortola - the largest of the
islands - where bougainvillea adorned hillsides serve as the
backdrop to gorgeous sandy bays and beach bars serving rum
cocktails that will help you relax into that famous Caribbean
vibe.
Over a week sailing the BVIs you will have your choice of
secluded anchorages, vibrant bays and serviced marinas
offering excellent shops and restaurants.
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• JJ’s top tip! Get to The Baths in Virgin Gorda early in
the morning to dodge the crowds. Beach the dinghy in
Devils Bay and walk across to the natural jacuzzis that
fill with seawater - a hit with adults and children!
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
Day 1: Tortola
Day 2: Tortola - The Caves - The Bight (8nm)
Day 3: The Bight - The Indians - Jost Van Dyke (12nm)
Day 4: Jost Van Dyke - Sandy Cay - Little Jost Van Dyke (4nm)
Day 5: Little Jost Van Dyke - Cane Garden Bay (5nm)
Day 6: Cane Garden Bay - Guana Island - North Sound (20nm)
Day 7: North Sound
Day 8: North Sound - Anegada (15nm)
Day 9: Anegada - Eustatia Sound (12nm)
Day 10: Eustatia Sound - The Baths - Spanish Town (10nm)
Day 11: Spanish Town - The Dogs - Scrub Island (6nm)
Day 12: Scrub Island - Cooper Island (6nm)
Day 13: Cooper Island - Salt Island - Peter Island (5nm)
Day 14: Peter Island - Tortola (4nm)
ESSENTIAL INFO
Currency
Language
Pilot Guide
Normal Starting day
When to visit
Fly to
Tipping etiquette
: United States Dollar
: English
: Cruising guide to the Virgin Islands, by Nancy and Simon Scott
: No restrictions, any day start/ finish
: Year round sailing, high season December – Aprill
: Beef Island Tortola (Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport) or St Thomas
(Cyril E. King) and transfer by ferry
: 15-20% is customary.
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