Tortola, BVI

The Caribbean yacht charter capital

With warm weather throughout the year, steady trade winds, calm currents and a kaleidoscope of aquamarine waters and bougainvillea-clad hillsides, Tortola is a sailor’s paradise. This is the yacht charter capital of the Caribbean and arguably the most famous sailing destination in the world.

Here you’ll find sheltered, yacht-filled harbours, sun-soaked white-sand beaches, delightful pirate bars and awe-inspiring shipwreck dives. But forget your to-do list, try living life island style. Relax on the beach, bask in the spectacular scenery, taste the French-Caribbean fusion cuisine and explore the tiny villages scattered along Tortola’s shores.

Head for the dramatic rock formations of The Baths on Virgin Gorda to see immense boulders, grottos and natural pools, or let your imagination be captured by tales of pirates and treasure caves on Norman Island, the model for ‘Treasure Island’. See sunken shipwrecks and a spectacular range of tropical sea life while diving Anegada, the only coral atol in the BVI. 

Ideal for families, groups and couples, the BVI offers easy deep-water island hops, line-of-sight navigation and plentiful sheltered anchorages. One of our fantastic sailing schools is based in Tortola, perfect for beginners or those looking to certify their skills.