7 Day BVI Sailing Itinerary
Embark on a bareboat or skippered sailing holiday and discover the splendid variety of the British Virgin Islands, where you’ll swim with turtles above vibrant reefs, lounge on unspoilt white sand beaches and kick back in friendly waterside bars.
Day 1
Wickhams Cay II to Spanish Town
Leaving from our base at Wickhams Cay II, you’ll embark on the first leg of your Caribbean sailing adventure. Cruise east from Tortola toward Virgin Gorda, with the sun warming the deck beneath your feet. Your first stop on your BVI charter itinerary: The Baths! This famous, awe-inspiring geological wonder is comprised of massive granite boulders that appear to tumble into the sea. Spend time exploring with a short hike to the restaurant and bar at the “Top of the Baths”, or discover the magical path leading through the boulders to Devil’s Bay. Later, a short sail northward takes you to Spanish Town where you can go ashore and enjoy shopping or a waterfront dinner.
The day’s sailing
- 3.5 Hr Sailing time
- 11 Nautical miles
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area
Mooring
Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas
Things to do
Hiking, Hire a car, Shopping, Exploring
Facilities
Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM
Discover Spanish Town
Suggested lunch spots
Anchor in any of Mahoe, Pond or Savannah bays to enjoy a lunch break on the golden, sun-warmed sand.
Day 2
Spanish Town to Gorda Sound, Virgin Gorda
From Spanish Town, you’ll trace a meandering path northwards towards Gorda Sound. Sail the length of majestic Virgin Gorda, passing broad Savannah Bay, before rounding the headland and entering Gorda Sound. A shallow, sheltered sound surrounded by reefs and islands, Gorda Sound is great for swimming and snorkeling as well as water sports such as paddle boarding, windsurfing and kiteboarding. Book a slip or pick up a mooring for an evening at Leverick Bay Resort, The Bitter End Yacht Club, Saba Rock, or anchor west of Prickly Pear Island for a more secluded evening under the stars.
The day’s sailing
- 3 Hr Sailing time
- 9 Nautical miles
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.
Mooring
Mooring buoy
Things to do
Sunbathing, Hiking, Shopping, Exploring
Facilities
Water, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car hire, Bars, Fuel, Ice ,ATM
Discover Gorda Sound
Suggested lunch spots
To the east of Virgin Gorda, the Dog Islands—Great Dog, George Dog and West Dog—offer beaches, bays, cliffs and caves to explore on your lunch break.
Day 3
Gorda Sound to Anegada
A little over 15 miles to the north of Gorda Sound, the island of Anegada awaits your arrival. Enjoy a prolonged spell of blue water sailing as you leave Virgin Gorda in your wake and cruise through the blue to this flat coral atoll. Sparsely populated and teeming with wildlife, Anegada is a must-see for nature lovers. Visit the Salt Ponds to view Anegada’s resident flamingos, and keep an eye out for the rare ground iguanas that live only here and on Guana Island.
The day’s sailing
- 3 Hr Sailing time
- 13 Nautical miles
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.
Mooring
Mooring Balls
Things to do
Watersport, Sunbathing, Hiking, Paddle boarding, Swimming, Exploring
Facilities
Water, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car hire, Bars, Ice
Discover Anegada
Suggested lunch spots
Take a taxi or rent a scooter and head to Cow Wreck Beach Bar for lunch.
Day 4
Anegada
A little over 15 miles to the north of Gorda Sound, the island of Anegada awaits your arrival. Enjoy a prolonged spell of blue water sailing as you leave Virgin Gorda in your wake and cruise through the blue to this flat coral atoll. Sparsely populated and teeming with wildlife, Anegada is a must-see for nature lovers. Visit the Salt Ponds to view Anegada’s resident flamingos, and keep an eye out for the rare ground iguanas that live only here and on Guana Island.
The day’s sailing
- 0 Hr Sailing time
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.
Mooring
Mooring buoy
Things to do
Watersports, Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Hire a car, Paddleboarding, Kayaking, Exploring
Facilities
Taxi, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Laundry, Ice, Gift Shop
Discover Anegada
Rent a car or scooter or book a taxi to visit Anegada’s Iguana Sanctuary, where the rare Caribbean reptiles are conserved.
Day 5
Anegada to Trellis Bay
Your next stop is on the east end of Tortola, where you’ll find quaint Trellis Bay. There is a small market available here for basic provisions. A highlight at Trellis Bay is the monthly full moon parties featuring fireballs on the water and live entertainment. Scrub Island and Marina Cay are open, you have the option of picking up a mooring at Marina Cay. Another serene overnight option is nearby White Bay on Guana Island. Here, you can enjoy a stunning sunset and walk the pristine white sand beach. Guana Island is private, but you’re free to explore along the shore up to the high-water line.
The day’s sailing
- 6 Hr Sailing time
- 19 Nautical miles
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.
Mooring
Mooring buoy
Things to do
Sunbathing, Shopping, Exploring
Facilities
Water, Taxi, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Ice
Discover Great Harbour
Visit the Aragorn’s Studio art gallery to experience Beef Island’s vibrant arts scene and take home some of the studio’s delicious farm produce.
Suggested lunch spots
Enjoy a lunch break on aptly named Sandy Cay, where a spit of virgin sand reaches out into the sparkling blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Day 6
Trellis Bay to Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke
To the northwest of Tortola, you’ll find Jost Van Dyke, the smallest of the four main British Virgin Islands. Jost Van Dyke is a must on any BVI charter itinerary. Leave Cane Garden Bay in your wake as you sail past little Sandy Cay, heading for the southern shores of Jost Van Dyke and the welcoming anchorage of Great Harbour. Great Harbour and nearby White Bay offer some of the best bars and nightlife in the BVIs, so enjoy lounging on the beach and snorkeling in the sea by day and sipping rum cocktails to the sound of live music by night. Adventurous sorts can hike into the tall, rainforest-covered hills behind Great Harbour.
The day’s sailing
- 5 Hr Sailing time
- 17 Nautical miles
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.
Mooring
Mooring buoy
Things to do
Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Shopping, Paddle boarding, Exploring
Facilities
Water, WiFi, Taxi, Restaurants, Bars, Fuel, Ice, Gift Shop
Discover Great Harbour
Suggested lunch spots
Enjoy a lunch break on aptly named Sandy Cay, where a spit of virgin sand reaches out into the sparkling blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Day 7
Great Harbour to The Bight, Norman Island
Sail the border between two countries as you navigate The Narrows separating St. John from Tortola. Pick your way between Great Thatch and Little Thatch islands before bearing southeast towards The Bight at Norman Island. Norman Island is said to be the inspiration behind Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island, and many visitors still explore the coves and bays in the hope of discovering long-forgotten pirate booty.
The day’s sailing
- 3 Hr Sailing time
- 10 Nautical miles
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.
Mooring
Mooring buoy
Things to do
Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Swimming, Exploring
Facilities
Restaurants, Bars
Discover The Bight
Search for treasure in the caves
Snorkel the Caves off Treasure Point in the evocatively named Privateer Bay, searching for hidden booty overlooked for centuries.
Suggested lunch spots
The Indians are a small archipelago of islets and one of the most popular dive spots in the BVIs. Make a day stop here for lunch and dive or snorkel an underwater playground brimming with tropical fish species.
Day 8
Wickhams Cay II
Use the final day of your BVI charter itinerary to return to our base at Wickhams Cay II. The journey will take you past Peter Island, with its multitude of bays, coves, and reefs, so take the opportunity to stop off and explore. Take your time and return to base at your own pace or hurry back early to spend the day exploring Tortola—it’s entirely up to you.
The day’s sailing
- 0.5 Hr Sailing time
- 6 Nautical miles
To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.
Mooring
Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas
Things to do
Hiking, Hire a car, Shopping, Exploring
Facilities
Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM
Discover Wickhams Cay II
Suggested lunch spots
Relax poolside and enjoy lunch and cocktails at the Mariner Inn’s outdoor dining area. Or take a taxi into town and dine at Pusser’s Road Town Pub, where you can order a Pusser’s Painkiller in a “take-home” Pusser’s Navy mug.
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