Activities in the BVI

A vacation in the British Virgin Islands can be as relaxed or as action packed as you want it to be. Whether you use this opportunity to try a bunch of new things or to put in time doing the things you love but never have time to do back home, there are plenty of activities available to keep you entertained.

Bike and Scooter Rental

The British Virgin Islands are made up of many different islands. Among the main islands, there is a vast difference in terrain, road quality, and urabanization. What this means is no matter what kind of riding you are looking for, it can be found somewhere in the BVI.

If you are intrigued by the idea of seeing the sights at a slower pace, there are 5 places that can help. Navigate to this extended discussion about bike and scooter rentals if you want to discover more information.

Diving

You'll find 15 dive services and at least 114 interesting dive sites in the area. Click here to see our page dedicated to scuba diving in this area.

Events and Festivals

Annual events and festivals are a beloved way for locals to get together and celebrate the things that are important to them as a group. People on the British Virgin Islands particularly love sailing events and music festivals, so you should be on the lookout for such events as the BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival and the BVI Music Festival. These events make it easy to sample local fare, hear regional music, and pick up a few hand crafted souvenirs all in one place.

Fishing

The British Virgin Islands are some of the very best fishing destinations in the Caribbean, and some of the top spots in the world are found here. Visitors looking for a day at sea or at the shore fishing will be very pleased with the many options provided on the islands.

Plenty of fishermen frequent the area, as suggested by the existence of 10 charter operators in this area. You can find out more concerning fishing in this area can do so by visiting this page.

Sailing and Boating

Details concerning area firms that will help you enjoy some time on the water can be seen below.

Boating Opportunities In the BVI

Name	Phone	Location	Island
Aaron Rentals	(284) 494-8917	Downtown Road Town	Tortola
Aristocat Charters	(284) 499-1249	Downtown Road Town	Tortola
B&B Charters	(284) 496-9341	0.7 mi. North of Central Santu Patia	Virgin Gorda
BVI 360	(284) 541-1281	0.7 mi. South-Southeast of Downtown Road Town	Tortola
BVI Sea and Land Tours	(284) 541-2369	0.2 mi. North of Central Great Harbour	Jost Van Dyke
BVI Yacht Charters	--	0.5 mi. Northeast of Downtown Road Town	Tortola
C&D Power Boat Rentals	(284) 495-1401	0.5 mi. East of Central Parham Town	Tortola
Conch Charters	(284) 494-4868	Downtown Road Town	Tortola
Day Trips BVI	(284) 340-3434	2.9 mi. North-Northeast of Central Coral Bay	Frenchman's Cay
Footloose Sailboat Charters	(284) 494-0528	0.4 mi. North-Northeast of Downtown Road Town	Tortola
Island Rydes Boat Charters	(284) 541-3068	1.7 mi. West of Central Santu Patia	Virgin Gorda
Island Surf & Sail	(284) 494-0123	2.9 mi. North-Northeast of Central Coral Bay	Frenchman's Cay
Kuralu	(284) 495-4381	3.0 mi. North-Northeast of Central Coral Bay	Tortola
La Boheme Charters	(284) 541-4861	0.2 mi. West-Northwest of Central Spanish Town	Virgin Gorda
Mystique Charters	(284) 494-0740	2.9 mi. North-Northeast of Central Coral Bay	Frenchman's Cay
Powerboat Adventures	(248) 346-5658	0.1 mi. South-Southeast of Central Setting Point	Anegada
Sea It Clear	(284) 343-9537	Spanish Town, Southeastern part of the BVI	Virgin Gorda
Silmaril Sailing	(284) 342-6248	5.2 mi. Southeast of Central downtown Road Town	Peter Island
Spirit Of Anegada Day Sails	(284) 499-0901	Spanish Town, Southeastern part of the BVI	Virgin Gorda
True Blue Power Boats	(284) 541-6666	0.9 mi. South of Downtown Road Town	Tortola

If you want to read about charter operators and area marinas navigate to this page.

Shopping

Unlike the U.S. Virgin Islands, where shopping is considered to be some of the best in the world, it takes a bit more doing to find good deals in the British Virgin Islands. Still, most tourists are up for the challenge. Traditional shopping malls are not to be found, however, this leaves room for locally owned shops with handmade products that make for perfect souvenirs. If you don't want to work so hard to find shopping opportunities, stick to Tortola, where you can find a shopping center in Road Town.

If you have some people who love to shop in your group, they're not totally out of luck -- there are more than 69 retail stores to browse in this area. To read our detailed guide to shopping in the BVI, go to this article.

Sightseeing

Yet another good way to use some of your time is to explore the area's interesting sights. Among other things, the area has 18 historic sites and various other attractions of interest to travelers. Nature enthusiasts will typically enjoy the area's outdoor parks and botanical garden. To learn more about area sightseeing attractions, go to this page.

Be sure to look through the table below for a listing of a firm that will guide you to some of the most interesting local sights.

Sightseeing Services Near the BVI

Name	Type	Phone	Location
Ecotours Mangrove Lagoon	Nature Tourism Service	(340) 779-2155	1.6 mi. West-Southwest of Central Red Hook
In Theory Charters	Excursions and Sightseeing Service	(340) 677-0050	0.6 mi. North-Northeast of Central Red Hook

Snorkeling

If you love to snorkel you'll be pleased to know you'll have plenty of chances to do so during your vacation in the BVI. Click this link to find our discussion of local snorkeling opportunities.

Spas

Enjoying a spa might be one of the most memorable parts of your vacation. Finding a spa that you'll like shouldn't be hard, given the fact that there are 13 spas located in this area. To navigate to our detailed guide to spas, use this link.

Sports

Watersports are bountiful in the British Virgin Islands, as you might easily imagine. Participating in any of them can be a great way to pass the time doing something you may not get to experience back home. Most large resorts offer non-motorized watersports equipment free of charge, and motorized sports for a small fee. Some even have a onetime scuba diving training session in the pool. To get fully certified, you may have to see out the help of a professional scuba shop, of which there are plenty. Snorkeling is a great choice for those who don't want to invest too much time learning, but still can't resist the idea of underwater exploration.

When you're vacationing on one of the top sailing destinations in the world, you simply cannot pass up the chance to spend a day sailing, and if you can squeeze in some fishing you'll really have made the most of your time. A boat chartered for fishing will often include bait and tackle as well as lunch, snacks, and beverages in the cost of the trip, plus, you'll likely be allowed to bring your caught fish back with you to have the chef at your hotel or a local restaurant prepare for you to eat.

It doesn't take much to keep fit in the British Virgin Islands. Hotels and resorts might have fitness rooms, lap pools, tennis courts, and even beach volleyball courts. While there are no golf courses on the British Virgin Islands, you can utilize ferries or commuter jets to hop a flight to St. Thomas or St. Croix to play a few rounds. Spectator sports come few and far between on the British Virgin Islands, though it may be possible to view some equestrian sports or a regatta during your time on the islands. Ask the concierge at your front desk for details.

Tennis

If you enjoy playing tennis your best bet is to stay at a hotel that has a tennis court. Fortunately, there are 7 properties in the area that offer tennis.

The table below highlights some key facts. You can view the number of tennis courts on-site, whether lighting is available for evening play, and some other helpful details. Click on the names to read about other aspects of the property.

Accommodations with Tennis In And Around the BVI

Property	Location	Island	Tennis Courts	Lit Courts	Tennis Pro
Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas	0.7 mi. Southeast of Central Red Hook	St. Thomas	2
Dreams Sugar Bay Resort & Spa	1.3 mi. East of Central Anna's Retreat	St. Thomas	3
Rosewood Little Dix Bay	3.5 mi. South West of Central Santu Patia	Virgin Gorda	2
Peter Island Resort & Spa	6.0 mi. Southeast of Central Tortola	Peter Island	4
Prospect Reef Resort	0.9 mi. South of Downtown Road Town	Tortola	5
Long Bay Beach Resort	1.4 mi. South West of Central Little Carrot Bay	Tortola	2
Crystal Cove	1.8 mi. Northeast of Central Maroon Town	St. Thomas	4

For example, Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas is located directly on the beach, where you can go and relax between games.

Other Activities

Be sure to look at this table for details on other activities.

Other Activities In the BVI

Name	Type	Phone	Location	Island
Boardsailing B V I Watersports	Watersports Equipment Shop	(284) 495-2447	Tortola	Tortola
Carib Kiteboarding	Watersports Operator	(284) 495-7740	1.0 mi. West of Central North Sound	Virgin Gorda
Dolphin Discovery Tortola	Dolphin Encounter Service	(284) 494-7677	Downtown Road Town	Tortola
Hiho Watersports	Watersports Operator	(284) 494-7694	Beef Island	Beef Island
Historic Main Street Walk	Scenic Trail	--	Downtown Road Town	Tortola
Island Surf and Sail	Watersports Operator	(284) 340-0123	0.4 mi. Northwest of Central Frenchman's Cay	Frenchman's Cay
Leverick Bay Watersports	Watersports Operator	(284) 495-7376	Santu Patia	Virgin Gorda
Tortola Sports Club	Tennis Instructions Service	(284) 494-3457	0.5 mi. North-Northeast of Downtown Road Town	Tortola
Up's Cineplex	Movie Theater	--	0.4 mi. Northwest of Downtown Road Town	Tortola

And that's not all. As you go from spot to spot you'll find many more activities to keep you busy. If something of particular interest comes up, you may even want to arrange your schedule to accommodate more time spent on it. Whatever you choose to do, it's certain to be remembered for many years to come.