EXCURSIONES EN TIERRA

Take an approximately 45 minute cruise along the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda. On arrival, open safari buses take you on an approximately 15 minute drive through Spanish Town to The Baths for a self-guided tour, where you can swim (weather permitting) in the unique atmosphere of mammoth boulders, palms, and sea caves. Travel along the trails and boulders to discover hidden caves and sea pools.

Join this unforgettable excursion where you’ll travel through small villages and hear their story along the way. Ascend over 900 feet above sea level between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea where you can take some of the most amazing photos on your cruise. Enjoy stunning views and different shades of beautiful BVI blue waters. Listen up as your knowledgeable driver/guide share gems of BVI history and culture. Cross the bridge to Beef Island and swim at the local’s favorite, Long Bay beach. Here you can listen to music, chat with locals, chill at the bars, do light shopping or have a dip in BVI blue waters.

Relax and enjoy your time at Long Bay Beach and savor the Caribbean atmosphere. This beach is located in a more remote part of the island and remains untouched. It's ideal for those who are happy to kick off their shoes, lie on a towel on the sand and soak up some sun rays. There are chairs, umbrellas and food for purchase on the beach. You'll have approximately 2 hours to just swim and simply relax in true Caribbean style.

Take in stunning views as you begin your drive through Road Town, the capital of Tortola. The bus will begin its ascent into the hills heading to Belle Vue. As you take in fresh thoughts and take photos from the lookout point at Manchester, enjoy the beautiful scenery as you drive along the Ridge Roads capturing views and adjacent islands including Guana Island nestled in the Atlantic Ocean.

Browse the village’s colorful boutiques filled with handmade mementos and stylish apparel. Here, you can also find the famous Pusser’s Rum. Head back to the ship via Tortola’s Coast.

Start with a scenic drive and photo stop on your way to enjoy one of Tortola's beautiful beaches. Enjoy a swim in the crystal clear waters or just relax on the beach. Choice of beach is subject to change depending on sea and weather conditions. You'll be brought back to your ship or you can be dropped off in the downtown area.

OVERVIEW

Cruise the ferry over to the neighboring island of Virgin Gorda to relax on the beaches at The Baths, a unique seascape dominated by enormous boulders that form hidden grottoes and tidal pools. After disembarking on the island, you will enjoy a short but scenic ride to the Top of the Baths restaurant, where the guide will explain what to expect along the coast below. You will descend by following a sandy trail to horseshoe-shaped Devil’s Bay, whose translucent waters are ideal for a refreshing swim. Gargantuan boulders spill out from the beach into the sea, making for an unforgettable experience. In time, the guide will lead you through the massive seaside boulders to The Baths, a similar but more popular beach. You may find the setting even more spectacular as many of its granite boulders measure more than 40 feet across. There too you will be free to do as you please.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride the ferry across Sir Francis Drake Channel to the nearby island of Virgin Gorda.
• Enjoy free time relaxing on the boulder-strewn beach at Devil’s Bay.
• Marvel at the natural beauty of the caves and hidden tidal pools on the way to The Baths.
• Swim in the sea and lounge about the boulder-strewn beach at The Baths.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel, hat and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Your tour bus awaits at the cruise pier before driving through Road Town before ascending to the ridge road, which twists its way along the ridge of the island offering spectacular views Tortola and of the surrounding islands. Along the north shore of Tortola driving through small fishing villages Photo stops will be made before arriving at Pussers Landing, before boarding the motor launch to take you on an exciting cruise among the beautiful islands of this unique archipelago. The tour continues your journey takes you past uninhabited islands and the island of St. John preserved for posterity by Laurence Rockefeller as a nature reserve, before stopping in a secluded cove where a drink is served on board the boat. Listen to the narration by your tour guide and view the southern shoreline of Tortola and the surrounding islands of Salt, Peter and Norman, made famous in legend as hideaways for pirates and buccaneers. The boat returns to the cruise pier. .