7 Days in BVI

From storied harbours to reef-lined lagoons, each stop reflects the timeless allure that made the BVIs the Caribbean’s sailing capital.

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7 Days of Barefoot Luxury in the British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands are an archipelago of more than 50 islands and cays scattered across the northeastern Caribbean, a region famed for steady trade winds and calm seas that make it one of the world’s premier yachting destinations. Once a haven for privateers, today these islands offer a blend of natural wonders and understated luxury. From the coral-strewn anchorages of Norman Island to the unique salt ponds of Anegada and the lively beach bars of Jost Van Dyke, each stop reveals a different layer of the BVIs’ timeless charm. This itinerary combines barefoot simplicity with discreet elegance, unveiling the essence of Caribbean island life from the comfort of a private yacht.

Itineraries

Tortola to Norman Island

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7 Days

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6 Nights

Itinerary Summary

Day 1: Tortola to Norman Island
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Day 2: Cooper Island
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Day 3: Virgin Gorda
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Day 4: Anegada
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Day 5: Trellis Bay
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Day 6: Jost Van Dyke
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Day 7: Norman Island

A week-long passage through the BVIs, from Norman Island’s pirate caves to Anegada’s coral reefs and Jost Van Dyke’s iconic beach bars. Secluded anchorages, world-class diving, and the Caribbean’s barefoot spirit await across these storied waters.

Swipe to see Itineraries

Day 1

distance 8nm

weather_mix 27°C – 32°C

Norman Island | Caves of Legend

Board in Tortola and begin your voyage with a short cruise to Norman Island, often linked to Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. The island is privately owned and remains uninhabited, making it one of the most secluded anchorages in the BVIs. Snorkel the famous sea caves at Treasure Point, where shafts of sunlight illuminate schools of tropical fish, or paddleboard into quiet coves like The Bight, a sheltered natural harbour. At night, dine on deck under Caribbean stars, surrounded only by the gentle roll of the sea.

The first anchor in pirate waters.
Day 2

distance 7nm

weather_mix 27°C – 32°C

Cooper Island | Rum and Reef

Sail a short distance to Cooper Island, home to an eco-conscious boutique resort accessible mainly by yacht. The island is a gateway to the Wreck of the RMS Rhone, one of the Caribbean’s most famous dive sites, resting since 1867. Spend the afternoon swimming or diving, then return ashore for cocktails at the Cooper Island Beach Club, known for its rum bar featuring over 280 varieties. Sunset here is particularly striking as it lights up the Sir Francis Drake Channel.

Eco-retreat on the edge of the sea.
Day 3

distance 9nm

weather_mix 27°C – 32°C

Virgin Gorda | Granite Dreams

Anchor off Virgin Gorda to explore The Baths, a natural wonder of giant granite boulders forming grottos and tidal pools unique in the Caribbean. Further north, the North Sound remains one of the most prestigious sailing hubs, home to the rebuilt Bitter End Yacht Club and Saba Rock Resort, both offering refined hospitality. Spanish Town, the island’s main hub, provides shops, restaurants, and a touch of local island life.

Sailing toward the North Sound’s crown.
Day 4

distance 13nm

weather_mix 27°C – 31°C

Anegada | Coral Horizon

Unlike the other volcanic BVI islands, Anegada is a flat coral atoll, rising no more than 8.5 metres above sea level. It is fringed by Horseshoe Reef, the largest barrier reef in the Caribbean and the fourth largest on Earth. Its waters shelter shipwrecks, turtles, and flamingos along the salt ponds inland. Spend the day snorkelling pink-sand beaches like Loblolly Bay or Cow Wreck Beach before enjoying Anegada’s famed spiny lobster, freshly grilled over open coals on the sand.

The flat island of endless reefs.
Day 5

distance 20nm

weather_mix 27°C – 32°C

Trellis Bay | Flames on Water

Cruise to Trellis Bay on Beef Island, a lively hub of creativity and local culture. The bay is best known for its monthly full moon parties, where fireballs are lit on the water and steel pan bands play late into the night. During the day, explore artist Aragorn Dick-Read’s local studio, browse handmade crafts, or take a tender to nearby Bellamy Cay. The bay’s sheltered waters make it a reliable anchorage close to Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport.

Artistic spirit and island rhythm.
Day 6

distance 12nm

weather_mix 27°C – 32°C

Jost Van Dyke | The Barefoot Soul of the BVIs

Arrive at Jost Van Dyke, the smallest of the four main islands but one with outsized character. White Bay is home to the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar, where the Painkiller cocktail was first created, and nearby Great Harbour hosts Foxy’s, one of the Caribbean’s most famous beach bars. Beyond its festive atmosphere, Jost Van Dyke offers excellent snorkelling, hiking trails, and a chance to embrace the easygoing pace that defines the BVIs.

Where music and beaches never rest.
Day 7

distance 11nm

weather_mix 27°C – 32°C

Norman Island | The Voyage’s End

Complete your circle back to Norman Island. Revisit its hidden caves or spend your last afternoon anchored in the calm waters of The Bight. A farewell dinner aboard lets you reflect on a week of coral reefs, barefoot beaches, and island culture, a timeless passage through one of the world’s most iconic yachting grounds.

A final taste of seclusion.