Find your perfect property in British Virgin Islands

The BVIs pair steady trade winds with dazzling beaches and iconic beach bars.

Sailing Capital of the Caribbean

Travel Tips

  • Embrace the Local Culture

    Sip painkiller cocktails at Jost Van Dyke’s Soggy Dollar Bar.

  • Respect Nature

    Snorkel the Baths’ granite boulders or dive the wreck of the RMS Rhone.

  • Be Flexible

    Charter season peaks Dec–Apr; clear customs at main ports.

  • Support Local Businesses

    Book locally‑owned day sails from Tortola to support island captains.

Though the British Virgin Islands’ turquoise passages outshine traditional alpine waters, families discover secret freshwater sanctuaries where mountain cisterns meet Caribbean tides. At Virgin Gorda’s Savannah Bay salt ponds, morning brings roseate spoonbills wading through mirror-still shallows while children collect bleached conch shells along brackish margins. Mango Bay Resort’s elevated villas ($340/night) overlook these forgotten wetlands where resident naturalist Claudia leads dawn “Pond to Peak” expeditions, tracking hermit crabs from tidal pools to mahogany groves.

Tortola’s Sage Mountain streams cascade into hidden pools where local families gather for Sunday “river limes”—book Aragorn’s Secret Garden tours ($25/child) to discover these jealously guarded swimming holes beneath ancient fern canopies. His grandmother’s soursop juice awaits brave cliff-jumpers at the deepest basin, where crystalline springs bubble through volcanic rock.

At Anegada’s Flamingo Pond, Caribbean’s largest salt flat transforms into avian theater when winter rains create shallow lagoons. Neptune’s Treasure guesthouse ($195/night) provides kayaks for exploring these ephemeral waters where juvenile flamingos practice their ballet. Owner Pam serves lobster pulled from surrounding reefs while children feed tarpon in the dock’s illuminated shallows—liquid phosphorescence competing with sunset’s golden finale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to see what British Virgin Islands has to offer? Let’s tackle some of the burning questions you might have as you plan your visit!

  • Snorkeling, sailing, visiting the Baths in Virgin Gorda, exploring Jost Van Dyke, and enjoying family-friendly beaches like Cane Garden Bay are key activities for families in the British Virgin Islands.

  • For a family of four, including two adults and two children ages 8 and 12, ensure the rental has enough beds and space for comfort.

  • A budget of $300 to $600 per night is ideal, factoring in an additional 10% tax and cleaning fees, totaling around $3,000 for a week.

  • Essential amenities include a private pool, a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, and proximity to the beach, ideally within walking distance.

  • Plan to visit between December and April for the best weather, but expect higher prices; consider late spring for lower rates.

  • Willing to travel up to 30 minutes from the rental to attractions like the Baths or local dining spots.

  • Use platforms like Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com to compare options, and check TripAdvisor for family reviews.