Wickhams Cay II to Wickhams Cay II

8 days in the British Virgin Islands
Our British Virgin Islands charter offers one of the best sailing vacations in the world because to consistent trade winds, straightforward line-of-sight navigation, and stunning, sun-kissed scenery. You may swim with turtles over colorful reefs, relax on pristine white sand beaches, and unwind in laid-back waterside bars if you charter a sailboat or hire a captain in the British Virgin Islands.

You’ll start your Caribbean sailing trip by setting off from our headquarters at Wickhams Cay II. The sun is warming the deck as you sail from Tortola toward Virgin Gorda in an easterly direction. The Baths will be your first stop on your thrilling BVI charter itinerary. This well-known, breath-taking natural marvel is made up of enormous granite boulders that seem to fall into the water. Explore for a while by taking a quick trek to the restaurant and bar at the “Top of the Baths” or by finding the mysterious trail that winds between the stones to Devil’s Bay. After a brief cruise north, you arrive in Spanish Town where you can step ashore and go shopping or have dinner on the waterfront.
Wickhams Cay II
Towards the north, at the entrance to Road Harbor, is where you’ll find Wickham’s Cay II. Most of the best-known BVI yacht charter firms are based on Wickham’s Cay II. There are a total of 140 berths, spread across three pontoons. The Mariner Inn is a hotel on land with a waterfront dining area. There are a few boutiques and a scuba diving center in the complex. The best place to begin your sailing journey is from Wickham’s Cay II. This is the most convenient location from which to embark on your voyage, as it contains the highest concentration of provisioning facilities and professional service providers.
Devil’s Bay (The Baths)
The beauty of this beach is difficult to put into words. Hopefully, the photographs will help paint a more accurate picture! A series of steps and rope handrails lead guests through the boulders from The Baths beach to Devil’s Bay’s beautiful white sand and sparkling blue waters. Devil’s Bay is a popular daylight anchorage where you can swim and snorkel. A trail leads to Stoney Bay, where Atlantic swells batter the coastline and seabirds swoop overhead. This beach has remained beautifully pristine, with no restrooms, cafes, bars, or trash cans. A ‘must see’.
Spanish Town
The second largest town in the British Virgin Islands also referred to as Valley. This vibrant town offers diverse shopping opportunities. Its central hub, the Yacht Harbor marina, serves as a bustling starting point for daily bareboat sailing excursions. Despite its small size, the town radiates a laid-back atmosphere with a few bars for visitors to enjoy. The famous national park, The Baths, is located south of Spanish Town. Don’t miss the Copper Mine Ruins, an intriguing historical landmark, and be prepared to be amazed by the awe-inspiring vistas at Virgin Gorda Peak. For those seeking relaxation and scenic beauty, Savannah Beach offers the perfect setting. Skim rocks across the water, savor the sunset, or simply take in the stunning views from the foreshore.

You’ll follow a winding route northward from Spanish Town towards Gorda Sound. Sail the length of the magnificent Virgin Gorda, passing through the expansive Savannah Bay, before rounding the headland and into Gorda Sound. The shallow, protected Gorda Sound is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, windsurfing, and kiteboarding. It is surrounded by islands and reefs. For a more sedate evening among the stars, reserve a slip or pick up a mooring at Saba Rock, The Bitter End Yacht Club, Leverick Bay Resort, or west of Prickly Pear Island.
Gorda Sound
Gorda Sound in Virgin Gorda is not only a haven of natural beauty but also a treasure trove of attractions and activities to delight in. Enjoy leisurely strolls on the pristine shores of Savannah Bay or Spring Bay, try exciting water sports like kayaking and paddleboarding, and explore nearby islands and coves. Sample delicious seafood at waterfront restaurants and discover vibrant underwater life while snorkeling. Don’t miss the Copper Mine Ruins and The Baths for unique geological formations and memorable swimming experiences. Gorda Sound is a captivating destination for a remarkable vacation in Virgin Gorda.
Saba Rock
Saba Rock is a tiny island off Virgin Gorda that is well-known for its breathtaking scenery and relaxed vibe. Located in the North Sound, the entire island is a resort, with beachfront cottages and opulent suites and excellent dining and cocktails.
Leverick Bay
With its calm turquoise waters, beautiful beaches, and world-class marina facilities, Leverick Bay is a perfect place to anchor as you explore Virgin Gorda. Relax on the beach, soak up the sun, and indulge in delicious Caribbean cuisine at the waterfront restaurants. The marina is equipped with modern amenities, offering a pool, a restaurant, a beach bar, nightly live entertainment, water sports and shops.

Anegada Island is little over 15 miles north of Gorda Sound and is ready for you to visit. Enjoy some extended blue sea sailing as you make your way to this flat coral reef, leaving Virgin Gorda in your wake. Anegada is a must-visit destination for environment lovers because it is sparsely populated and rich with animals. Look for the unusual ground iguanas that only exist here and on Guana Island as you visit the Salt Ponds to see Anegada’s resident flamingos.
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.

The east end of Tortola is where you’ll make your second stop on your BVI charter intermarry, at the charming Trellis Bay. Basic supplies are available in this little store. The monthly full moon parties at Trellis Bay, which feature fireballs on the lake and live entertainment, are a highlight. A short boat ride across the canal will take you to Scrub Island and Marina Cay, which are lovely places to spend another day in the Caribbean. The adjacent White Bay on Guana Island is another peaceful place to stay overnight. You can stroll along the spotless white sand beach and take in the magnificent sunset here. Guana Island is privately owned, however you are welcome to stroll along the shoreline all the way to high water.
Trellis Bay
The Trellis Bay area with its rich history and vibrant present is a superb destination to experience pristine island life. As you set sail from mainland Tortola, cross over the iconic Queen Elizabeth Bridge to Beef Island, where you’ll experience the quintessential beauty of the unspoiled British Virgin Islands. The vibrant Trellis Bay is a hub of activity year-round, offering an array of popular restaurants, bars, and shops, perfect for stocking up on unique local artworks, souvenirs, and delicious local cuisine. Drop anchor at Bellamy Cay, a picturesque islet nestled in the heart of the bay. Take a plunge into the crystal-clear waters and explore the magnificent waters around the bay. Trellis Bay is the epitome of pristine island life that will offer you unparalleled opportunities to explore the unspoiled British Virgin Islands.
White Bay (Guana Island)
Known as one of the best beaches in the British Virgin Islands, this stretch of sand stretches for half a mile. There are six other secluded beaches that are just as beautiful. The beach you imagine when you think of the Caribbean is located at the southern tip of Guana, which is a Protected Fisheries Area. Take a dip in the crystal-clear sea, or spend the day on the water with a paddleboard, kayak, windsurfer, or sailboat. The dock is a great place to cast a line for Tarpon and Bonefish. Or, you might simply kick back in a hammock or lounge chair with a frosty Guana Bushwacker and watch the pelicans dive.

The smallest of the four main British Virgin Islands, Jost Van Dyke, is located northwest of Tortola. Any itinerary for a BVI charter boat must include Jost Van Dyke. As you sail beyond Little Sandy Cay and toward the southern Jost Van Dyke coastline and the inviting harbour of Great Harbour, leave Cane Garden Bay in your wake. Enjoy relaxing on the beach and snorkeling in the ocean during the day, then sipping rum cocktails to the sound of live music at night in Great Harbour and adjacent White Bay, which provide some of the greatest bars and nightlife in the BVIs. Hikers can explore the tall, rain forest-covered hills that are located behind Great Harbour.
Cane Garden Bay
In his 1978 song “Maana”, Jimmy Buffett sang about a bay called Cane Garden Bay, which is recognized by its turquoise water and the lush hills that surround it. There isn’t a more authentic party spot in all of the BVIs than this one. A picture-perfect location with its long stretch of white sand beach fringed by palms and the backdrop of Sage Mountain. The famous Paradise Club offers nightly live music and beachside drinks to dance the night away.
Great Harbour (Belle Vue)
Great Harbour on the island’s southern coast, the idyllic place to deploy the ship’s marina for a day of play in the warm Caribbean waters. Rent a dingy or charter a boat to explore some of the outlying islets and cays; nearby Diamond Cay offers great snorkeling. Scuba enthusiasts can head to The Playground, an iconic dive site that attract manta rays, reef and nurse sharks, colorful parrotfish and squid. For terra firma adventure, hike a few miles east of Great Harbour to the Bubbly Pool, where waves roll through the boulders to form a Jacuzzi-like pool. Be sure to try a Painkiller, the island’s signature rum cocktail, at the world-famous Soggy Dollar Bar in White Bay.
White Bay (Jost Van Dyke)
White Bay in southern Jost Van Dyke is a great place to kick back with a cold one. White Bay is often lively due to its proximity to Great Harbour, the majority of the island’s bars, and a number of coastal houses and villas. Passengers from the numerous private yachts and boats land far from shore and swim or dinghy to the coast. While the bars provide for a lively party atmosphere, the beach itself provides plenty of space for sunbathers to spread out their towels and chairs.

Navigate The Narrows, which separate St. John from Tortola, and you will be sailing the international border. Before turning southeast and heading for The Bight at Norman Island, negotiate your way between Great Thatch and Little Thatch islands. Many tourists still rummage among the coves and bays of Norman Island in the hopes of finding long-lost pirate treasure because it is claimed to be the model for Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island.
Despite being the BVI destination that sailors dream of visiting the most, it is also the one that they remember the least. The infamous Willy T’s on the Bight’s south end and the on-land Pirates Bar/Restaurant ensure it. If you can imagine it, now envision forty or more other vessels in a similarly jubilant state of mind. Irrationality follows. The Bight is a safe, natural harbor with deep water and ample space. You may easily get here from the rest of the British Virgin Islands by approaching from the west and staying clear of only The Indians and Pelican Islands.

Use the last day of your BVI charter schedule to travel back to Wickhams Cay II, where we have a base. Take advantage of the opportunity to stop and explore Peter Island’s numerous bays, coves, and reefs as you pass it on the way. It’s entirely up to you whether you want to take your time and get back to base slowly or get there quickly so you can spend the day visiting Tortola.
Peter Island
With five pristine beaches of powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters, it’s the ideal spot for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling amidst colorful marine life. Fishing enthusiasts can try their hand at deep-sea fishing, with snapper, grouper, and mahi-mahi living beneath the surface. Peter Island’s luxurious resort also offers spa treatments, fine dining, and beachfront bars to unwind after a day spent exploring the natural beauty of the island.
Wickhams Cay II
Towards the north, at the entrance to Road Harbor, is where you’ll find Wickham’s Cay II. Most of the best-known BVI yacht charter firms are based on Wickham’s Cay II. There are a total of 140 berths, spread across three pontoons. The Mariner Inn is a hotel on land with a waterfront dining area. There are a few boutiques and a scuba diving center in the complex. The best place to begin your sailing journey is from Wickham’s Cay II. This is the most convenient location from which to embark on your voyage, as it contains the highest concentration of provisioning facilities and professional service providers.