BVI Sailing Adventures by Chartering a Sailboat

Dreaming of  escaping to a deserted island or sailing  the crystal aqua waters of the BVI in the Caribbean?

One of the most relaxing and stress free vacations is to charter a sailboat in the BVI.  You have  transportation to a different island each day, sail to top snorkeling spots, quaint beach restaurants, shopping and  fun beach bars where after a few pain killers   (local concoction) everyone from around the world is your new best friend and  best of all at the end of the night you have your own floating hotel room.

Each day you can choose a different adventure.  If you are an adrenalin junkie you might want to check out Kite Surfing. There are several locations to rent  equipment and also take lesson.

Kite Surfing is a water sport in which the rider  is pulled through the waves on a surf board while being propelled by a large controllable kite.  The British Virgin Islands are a great destination to engage in this sport.  Steady trade winds, warm sunny weather and great beaches equal a dream vacation..

Sir Richard Bronson, who resides on his own island in the BVI,  Necker Island, has been a great supporter  and sponsor of this extreme sport. Often while sailing by Necker Island,  several kites can be seen around Eustatia Sound. Sir Richard as been quoted as saying, “Kite Surfing is one of my favorite sports”

Chartering your sailboat with a local captain is a great option for the avid, experienced kite surfer.  Each day you decide where you want go, what you want to do and sail to your destination.  For the novice this is an excellent method of trying out a new sport on your vacation while still  enjoying sailing, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, beach combing and exploring.

Visit SailWithTerry.com and check out the spacious accommodations on Mañana Maybe. Gather your family and friends, book your Caribbean adventure vacation with Captain Terry or call him personally for a customized sailing vacation.

Hiking in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) is perfect. The trails are wonderful and the view is something you’ll never forget. There are more than 20 miles of trails specifically designed for hikers.

Imagine walking along the trail and suddenly coming upon a stretch of crystal water. The view is breathtaking! You can find trails that lead you to the top of a hill where you can see the water from above. And others where you’ll see the water from ground level. All of this and more is available when you hike in the BVI.

Here are five trails to get you started!

1. Bordeaux Mountain Trail

This trail starts at the beach and ends at Bordeaux Mountain Road. It offers a variety of terrain along the way, but is rather steep in spots making it strenuous going uphill and slippery down. But if you pace yourself and watch your footing, you’ll see sites you’ll never see anywhere else.

2. Drunk Bay Trail

Drunk Bay Trail is unique because of its rocky terrain where you’ll discover rock creations visitors have designed and left for your enjoyment. At only .3 of a mile, this is a more navigable trail than some, though the rocks can make it slightly challenging.

3. Lameshur Bay Trail

Lameshur Bay Trail offers open, dry forest hiking that is relatively even and wide so it’s great for beginners. View lavish greenery, unusual cacti, and an occasional deer along the way, as well as the water from a couple of spots.

4. Rams Head Trail

This one mile trail is rocky and leads to a unique blue cobble beach. Continue up the hillside about 200 feet where you can view the Caribbean. But watch your footing near the cliff edge so you don’t get too close a look!

5. Reef Bay Trail

Reef Bay Trail is the longest of the trails mentioned here. This moderate hike is an educational one with guided tours available to explain the structures and sites along the way. Taino Indian petroglyphs and Danish plantation ruins are only two of the charms that make Caribbean history come alive on your hike.

These trails and many more offer a fun-filled, relaxing vacation. Give them a try when you visit the British Virgin Islands.

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) are a tropical paradise full of beauty and views that are unsurpassed by any in the world. But some of these views don’t lie above you, or even around you. In fact, some of the best sights you can see on a BVI sailing vacation are beneath you! These are the fascinating shipwrecks that lie in these beautiful waters.

During your BVI sailing vacation, ask Captain Terry to take you to the RMS Rone. The Rone is not only a historical and magnificent ship, it is also the setting of many different movies, such as The Deep.

Because it has been underwater since 1867, its body is now the home of an entire ecosystem with tropical fish darting around, along with barnacles, coral, and sponges decorating the awesome frame. The hatch is located in about eighty feet of water, making it a perfect adventure for deep sea divers who want an even closer look at the ship’s interiors. Even swimmers who don’t want to go down too far can check out the propeller, which lies in about twenty feet of water.

After that, ask Captain Terry to whisk you twelve miles off the shore of Virgin Gorda, where the shipwreck of the Chikuzen found its way to the bottom of the ocean floor. These waters are home to aquatic life such as sting rays, eagle rays, snappers, barracudas and nurse sharks. Due to the choppy waters and the sometimes dangerous wildlife in the water, its best to only take a dive to the Chikuzen with a qualified and experienced diver.

Next drop anchor at the harbor located in Anegada Island and take a deep sea diving adventure to explore many shipwrecks such as the Rocus and the Paramatta, which are in the waters just a short distance away. These wrecks date back to 1929 and 1859, respectively, and are just two of many of the ships-turned-ecosystems that you’ll find in your diving adventure.

Just be sure to ask Captain Terry to pack the charter boat with lots of scuba gear before you go–these wrecks require more than snorkeling gear.