British Virgin Islands Tours: 8 Worth the Crossing

1.Magic Mangrove Paddle in Beef Island Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · from $105Our pick

Spend about 1.5 to 2 hours kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding through Beef Island Lagoon with local guide Alex. Expect calm water, young mangroves, turtles, rays, barracuda, sea birds, and a stop on a coral atoll. Equipment is included, and the group is limited to 12 people.

“Amazing kayak experience. Our guide was educational & fun. One of the best experiences we’ve had kayaking. We did this excursion as part of our cruise stop. We were so happy the times were able to be changed to accommodate our times in port. Would definitely recommend!”

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2.Tortola Beach Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · from $45Best value

Travel from Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park to Cane Garden Bay in an air-conditioned van or open-air safari. Drivers such as Vincent, Simeon, Shampoo, Ralph, and Ryan provide the ride, with time for swimming, food, music, and optional chair, umbrella, kayak, or snorkeling rentals. Return transport brings you back to the pier.

“Max capacity 25 (which is very crowded). driver insisted on us cramming 2 more onboard the transfer. UNSAFE practice for a company!”

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3.BVI Apotheoseas boat charter 38ft, Full Day / Half day trips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews

Charter the 38-foot M/V Apotheoseas from Tortola for four to eight hours with a private captain, pickup, drinks, towels, floats, and snorkeling gear included. Captains Keenan, Nate, and Andrew can shape the route around your group, from turtle snorkeling and beach time to the Baths, Willy T, Soggy Dollar, and other BVI stops.

“We had an absolutely incredible and personalized day at BVI. We chartered two boats for 19 people mixed with kids and adults. The captains were kind and fun with everyone and our party declared it “best day ever.” Special thanks to CaptaiRead more”

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4.Private Pottery Experience at British Virgin Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · from $120

Spend about three hours with Tortola ceramic artist Karl Burnett at The Pottery Garden. After an air-conditioned drive with island commentary, you’ll try the wheel or hand building, see a wood-fired kiln and tropical garden, and browse Karl’s studio. Pieces can be fired, glazed, and shipped for an added fee.

“I booked this of tour outside of the cruise offering because I needed something me and my 18 year old niece and I could do together and get me out of the sun because I had, had enough of sun things and I picked great. Karl our host, potterRead more”

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5.Mount Healthy National Park Private Hike Tour in Tortola

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $70

Meet guides such as Sef, David, Kaleem, or Kahliim at the Tortola cruise pier for a private 2.5-hour outing. Walk through Mount Healthy’s semi-rain forest, see coastal views, learn about medicinal plants, visit natural springs, try catching crayfish, and explore a bamboo meadow. Fresh lemonade, fruit, and cool lemongrass towels follow.

“Private tour just my wife and I. Kahliim did a great job giving us a tour of Road Town. The hike is not challenging but it has some areas that might test your balance, steep downhill and rocky terrain. Essentially you follow a cow trail down into thRead more”

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6.Norman Island – The Indians & The Caves Sailing & Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $198

Join Captain James and first mate Maddie for a shared sail from Village Cay to Norman Island. Expect several snorkel stops, possible visits to the Caves and the Indians, paddleboards, a buffet lunch, drinks, and a relaxed group of up to 26 people. The crew may sail part of the route rather than motor all day.

“Great fun with James and Maddie. We had three beautiful snorkel spots, free flowing drinks and a beautiful sail. We saw loads of fish, turtles, and even an octopus.”

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7.Experience the British Virgin Islands through and unforgettable Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $600

Dervin and the team at Stoutt’s Taxi and Tour Services take you around Tortola in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. You can see Trellis Bay, snorkel at Brewers Bay, swim at Cane Garden Bay, taste rum at Callwood Distillery, and add lunch, drinks, or other island stops to suit your schedule.

“Dervin was an incredible tour guide from start to finish! He was super personable and made my father, mother & me feel like family. He was funny, communicative, and shared really interesting information about the British virgin islands throughout our tour. I highly recommend him for any excursion!”

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8.Jost Van Dyke – Sandy Spit & Soggy Dollar Sailing Tour in the BVI

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $228

Join Captains James or Jorn and first mate Maddie on a shared catamaran sail from Tortola to Jost Van Dyke. Swim ashore to Soggy Dollar Bar for a Painkiller, explore Sandy Spit, visit the Bubble Pool when conditions allow, and enjoy a buffet lunch, open bar, paddle boards, and snorkel gear. Cruise pier taxi transfers are included.

“This was a near perfect day. Started with a lovely sail to a little island, then onto where the Soggy Dollar is. Good drinks and food, great weather and fabulous beaches. The service was outstanding.”

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