Tortola

Tortola is the center of the British Virgin Islands and our final destination. Road Town is the capital of the British Virgin Islands and is the location of our charter base. There are two excellent grocery stores for provisioning - one within walking distance and the other, larger store, is a short taxi ride away. Although there are numerous restaurants, pubs, shops, and attractions, we will spend only enough time to prepare for our journey to some of the more remote islands and anchorages. Cooper Island is a short sail from Road Town and we will anchor in Machioneel Bay on the northwestern coast. Here, you will find beautiful palm groves, a beach, and good swimming in crystal-clear, turquoise water. The home owners are protective of their small estates so take care when you hike to avoid private property. The Cooper Island Beach Club has a quaint bar and restaurant that is most excellent for a late afternoon cocktail. Peter Island is quite beautiful with an elegant resort and numerous narrow, paved roads that provide excellent hiking between beaches inaccessible to yachts. The restaurant at the resort is excellent but quite expensive. The snorkeling is quite good near the hotel and at several of the nearby beaches.