British Virgin Islands Sailing Itinerary

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.

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.

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

• 5 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

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wickhams Cay II (50th Anniversary)

Your unforgettable flotilla holiday begins at our Sunsail BVI base. Explore the marina and its facilities such as the bar, swimming pool, shops, and more. Enjoy welcome drinks that evening prior to a free night where you can head for dinner, we can recommend restaurants for you.

Cooper Island

Cooper Island, located a short 6 nautical miles from The Moorings base at Road Town, is a beautiful island with a protected anchorage at Manchioneel Bay, and plenty of activities to offer. Ashore, Cooper Island Beach Club is the main attraction – a small resort with restaurant, rum bar, coffee shop, boutique, and lovely outdoor lounge area. The beach bar and lounge face west, making this the perfect place for enjoying a cocktail while watching a stunning Caribbean sunset. The beach and calm waters make Manchioneel Bay well-suited for water sports, and nearby Cistern Point offers excellent snorkeling and turtle watching.

The day’s sailing

Mooring

Anchoring option

Things to do

Sunbathing, Shopping, Swimming, Exploring

Facilities

WiFi, Restaurants, Dive Shop, Bars, Ice, Gift shop

Virgin Gorda (Baths | Spanish Town | North Sound)

First stop, 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. There are day-use moorings outside the baths for those who want to stop along the way. If you prefer to stay dry, sail to Leverick Bay where you can book a slip or pick up a mooring for an evening at Leverick Bay Resort, and take a taxi to the Baths.

The day’s sailing

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Sunbathing, Shopping, Swimming, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car hire, Bars, Ice

Free Sail

Today is your day to shine. Put your sailing skills to the test and gain confidence on the water with your free sailing day. Choose a longer or shorter sail. Book a slip or pick up a mooring for an evening at The Bitter End Yacht Club, Saba Rock, or anchor at Trellis Bay for a more secluded evening under the stars.

Mooring

Mooring buoy

Things to do

Sunbathing, Shopping, Swimming, Exploring

Jost Van Dyke

To the west of Tortola you’ll find Jost Van Dyke, the smallest of the four main British Virgin Islands. 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 mouth of Great Harbour. Great Harbour and nearby White Bay offer some of the best restaurants, bars and nightlife in the BVIs, so enjoy lounging on the beach and snorkelling 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.

Mooring

Mooring buoy

Things to do

Sunbathing, Swimming, Shopping, 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. Or go straight to Jost Van Dyke to explore Great Harbour and White Bay.

Norman Island

Steeped in Pirate history, Norman Island is the perfect stop for yachtsmen seeking adventure and maybe even a little buried treasure! Visit the infamous Willy T bar for an evening of fun, or seek shelter from the Bight’s noise on anchor or on Kelly’s cove mooring buoys nearby. Snorkel the caves at Treasure Point and you’re likely to see a vast array of marine life, rumoured to be the spot where pirates hid their bounty, snorkel along the mouths of the four caves and you’ll spot an abundance of small colourful fish. If all the balls are taken, move along to Privateer Bay where you can anchor or pick up one of their balls and dinghy back.

The day’s sailing

Mooring

Mooring buoy

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Swimming, Exploring

Facilities

Restaurants, Bars

Wickham’s Cay II

Use your final day to return to our base at Wickhams Cay II. 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. This night will be our final evening and the lead boat will organise either dinner or drinks ashore where prizes will be given out related to the weeks activities. We head back to the base to return your yacht, along the way enjoy the beautiful sail and scenery.

The day’s sailing

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