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St. Thomas to Jost Van Dyke

St. Thomas to Jost Van Dyke
79 Nautical Miles /One Way
Visiting: Saint Thomas, Norman Island, Salt Island, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, Guana Island, Jost Van Dyke

7 days in the British Virgin Islands

Being an island pulsing with energy and dotted with protected bays make St Thomas a simply unforgettable location. Arrive at this modern paradise filled with colonial jewels and anchor your yacht at the famous Magens Bay. This is the ideal location to kick-off a day spent exploring the Coral World Ocean Park aquarium, riding the gondola to the Paradise Point lookout or snorkelling at Coki Point Beach. Golf lovers will also be delighted by the 18-challenging holes on offer, which forms part of the Devil’s Triangle – a world-renowned trio of signature courses in the Atlantic Ocean. Then, you can spend the night drinking rum cocktails at Iggies Beach Bar & Grill – a gorgeous ocean-front restaurant that keeps people coming back time and time again.

Saint Thomas
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Board your luxury yacht charter in Yacht Haven Grande, the largest superyacht marina in the US Virgin Islands. More than a simple ‘yacht charter meeting point’ this gorgeous marina is a hive of activity at any time of the week and is a fab place for shopping, dining and luxury yacht admiring. The Saturday morning open-air market is a feast for the senses, as is the array of designer shops like Luis Vuitton, Gucci and other big-name brands.

Board your luxury yacht charter in Yacht Haven Grande, the largest superyacht marina in the US Virgin Islands. More than a simple ‘yacht charter meeting point’ this gorgeous marina is a hive of activity at any time of the week and is a fab place for shopping, dining and luxury yacht admiring. The Saturday morning open-air market is a feast for the senses, as is the array of designer shops like Luis Vuitton, Gucci and other big-name brands. Our personal favourites, however, are the stores run by local artists and jewellery makers, who offer a collection of one-off pieces that make perfect souvenirs.

Norman Island
Distance: 18 Nautical Miles
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Located at the southern tip of the British Virgin Islands, Norman Island has a completely different feel to its neighbours. It’s the ideal location for anyone seeking to experience the Caribbean’s natures and have an all-round relaxing stay. With swaying hammocks, lush national parks and quaint towns, there is raw beauty around every corner. The island is perhaps best known for its cave explorations, which offer travellers the opportunity to explore orange cup coral and red sponge caves in a corner of the island known as Treasure Point. From the comfort of your yacht, you’ll get the pleasure of diving into crystal clear waters and spending hours discovering the aquatic treasure troves. After a full-day of exploration, Pirates Bight Restaurant and Bar is the most well-known and popular place to eat on the island.

Norman Island is a place known for its natural beauty, and is steeped in pirate history. Arrive and drop anchor in the Bight, a safe bay with excellent snorkelling and diving. Explore the island’s history by snorkelling through the caves that are rumoured to have inspired Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island,” and perhaps even find some treasures of your own. Paddleboard or kayak along the picturesque shoreline and soak up the breathtaking scenery for a more relaxed water activity. Go ashore and explore the island’s hiking trails, which will take you to breathtaking vistas where you can take in the majesty of the islands in the distance. In the evening, after a day of sailing, you can relax with a cocktail and some delicious Caribbean fare at the Willy T, a world-famous bar and restaurant in the Bite.

Salt Island
Distance: 6 Nautical Miles
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Home to one of the Caribbean’s best wreck diving sites, Salt Island is well worth a stop on your private yacht charter adventure in the Caribbean. The RMS Rhone crashed against the island’s coast in 1867 and now lies in shallow-ish waters, making it easily accessible for snorkelers to discover too. Although Tortula is technically the “main town”, there are no restaurants or bars on Salt Island, so if you’re planning on hopping off the luxury yacht, we recommend taking snacks. A hiker’s heaven, there are plentiful trails that lead you around the island.

One of the best places to go wreck diving in the Caribbean; a must-see on any yacht charter. While boating around Salt Island, be sure to stop by the shipwreck of the RMS Rhone, which went down in the waters there in 1867 and is now a popular diving and snorkelling spot. Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands, is a charming little town full of local shops, restaurants, and bars. Although there are no bars or restaurants on the island, it is nevertheless an ideal destination for those in search of peace and quiet. Hikers will enjoy the island’s beautiful scenery and the several breathtaking trails they can take to get there.

Virgin Gorda
Distance: 10 Nautical Miles
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White sand beaches and swaying palm fronds make for a peaceful and relaxing welcome to Virgin Gorda. As you sail through the turquoise water towards this astonishing landscape, you’ll know that you’re in for a real treat. Beyond the breathtaking natural beauty, this island is also home to historical ruins, fantastic restaurants and so much more. Start your day at The Copper Mine, a national park containing the ruins of an abandoned 19th century copper factory, for an insight into the region’s rich heritage. Then, make your way to the Spanish Town for an afternoon perusing the local shops or to The Baths to see the vast network of tide pools, grottoes, tunnels and arches right on the sea’s edge. No matter the time of year, you can expect a day filled with blue skies, golden sunshine and lifelong memories.

Popular for The Baths – a series of boulders on the water’s edge that form natural rock pools and accessible grottos – Virgin Gorda features stunning natural beauty worth visiting. Whether you’re lazing on the white shores of Spring Bay, wading in the still, warm waters of Devil’s Bay National Park, or putting on your walking shoes and hiking the trails to Gorda Peak for the island’s most spectacular view; there is something for every nature lover. Take a break from activities with a refreshing rum cocktail at Nova; we recommend enjoying it in the plunge pool so you can bask in the sea views beyond.

Anegada
Distance: 15 Nautical Miles
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The picturesque Anegada is a dream come true for anyone embarking on a Carribean sailing trip – particularly those who love exploring the underwater world. Keen divers should head straight to Horseshoe Reef and anchor here for a chance to get up close with a diverse selection of marine life and explore centuries old wrecks. The calm and warm water means sea turtles are aplenty in the bay, while the island itself likely sees more pink flamingos than people. After a morning spent in the glassy waters, stick above the surface by learning to kitesurf at keel Point or cruising on a paddleboard at Loblolly Bay. While in Anegada, a lunch at Lobster Trap Restaurant is an absolute-must, while an afternoon swinging in a hammock with a drink at Anegada Beach Club will also never go astray.

An island surrounded by just as many shipwrecks as fish, Anegada is best explored below the surface. Horseshoe Reef is a particularly good spot to snorkel or dive with centuries-old wrecks, such as the Astraea shipwreck. Sea turtles are aplenty, while above the surface you’ll likely see more pink flamingos than people. Learn to kitesurf at Keel Point, cruise lazily alongside the resident turtles on a paddleboard at Loblolly Bay. Take a midday break dining on fresh seafood at Lobster Trap Restaurant or swaying in a hammock with a novel and a drink at Anegada Beach Club.

Guana Island
Distance: 20 Nautical Miles
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Guana is a true unspoiled jewel in the heart of the British Virgin Islands. As one of the few private islands in the region, it’s an exclusive domain for those looking to embrace utter seclusion. The 850 acres, seven beaches and dozens of hiking trails are paired with first-class dining and a true ambience of low-key luxury. There is no public bar or marina, but those with the relevant permits can anchor just off the shore and enjoy the hideaway retreat for themselves. Here, you can spend your days hiking in Sugarloaf mountain, indulging in fresh seafood menus or simply lazing on the sand with a book in hand. Being a privately owned island means dining is also included with any stay.

One of the few private islands in this area, Guana is known to be the jewel of the British Virgin Islands. With the majority being a natural preserve, you can expect to find emerald forests, peaks to climb, beautiful vistas and seven beaches with white pillowy sands. Grab your hiking shoes and uncover the 12 miles of trails in Sugarloaf Mountain or take just your beach towel and find solace on the pristine sands of White Bay Beach. Due to its private ownership, dining is included with a stay on Guana Island.

Jost Van Dyke
Distance: 10 Nautical Miles
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Teal waters fringe this 4sqm tropical island that was once a local for Keith Richards and Jimmy Buffet. Exuding barefoot luxury at its best, Jost Van Dyke remains a nirvana of lush forestry, untouched beaches and a buzz of beach bars that shouldn’t be missed. With a backdrop of emerald hills, White Bay is a crescent-shaped paradise ideal for swimming. The island offers tonnes of eateries to tuck into that Caribbean cuisine with the most sophisticated of them all, Hendo’s Hideout, serving up modern variations of local cuisine complemented by rustic chic wooden decor.

Teal waters fringe this buzzing tropical island that was once a local haunt for Keith Richards and Jimmy Buffet. Exuding barefoot luxury at its best, Jost Van Dyke remains a nirvana of lush greenery, pristine beaches and a buzz of beach bars that shouldn’t be missed. With a backdrop of emerald hills, White Bay is a crescent-shaped paradise ideal for swimming and snorkelling, not to mention ultimate beach relaxation. The island offers tonnes of eateries to tuck into that Caribbean cuisine, with the most sophisticated of them all, Hendo’s Hideout, serving up modern variations of local cuisine complemented by rustic chic wooden decor.