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Suggested Itinerary
Day 1: A short reach across the Sir Francis Drake Channel to arrive at Norman Island, rumored to be the site of Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel, "Treasure Island." There's time for a swim or snorkel before watching a spectacular Caribbean sunset, ideally enjoying a sundowner. Visit either the Pirates Bight ashore, or the floating bar/restaurant the William Thornton – each serving great food and offering the utmost in casual dining.
Day 2: Sail to The Baths (arrive early) and pick up a buoy. Plan to spend the morning here and have lunch. Dinghy ashore and explore the magnificent boulders and rock pools created naturally millions of years ago. This has got to be one of the most beautiful places on Earth. After lunch, sail to Marina Cay or Trellis Bay to spend the night – there are many places to go ashore or plan to BBQ on board your yacht.
Day 3: Head off to North Sound, Virgin Gorda for great snorkeling at the Dogs or Mountain Point en route. If you want entertainment, Bitter End Yacht Club offers music most nights – here you can re-provision your boat, visit the shops, rent a Hobie Cat and learn to windsurf. Leverick Bay has a marina facility also and a good restaurant. Biras Creek is for those seeking elegance and first-class service.
Day 4: Take a dinghy over to The Caves. Pick up a National Park buoy and enjoy the wonders of the coral reef and its colourful inhabitants (don't forget to look for treasure!). Sail to Cooper Island and arrive early. Just time for some more snorkeling off Cistern Point, or while away the afternoon lounging on the beach.
Day 5: Spend the morning exploring by dinghy – there are many beautiful, deserted beaches and Eustatia Reef is a wonderful snorkeling site or set sail for Monkey Point on Guana Island in time for lunch. Cruise down the rugged and unspoilt north shore of Tortola and overnight in Little Harbour or Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke. This is a great place to sample the local lobster too.
Day 6: Sail or motor over to Sandy Cay – the perfect desert island! Snorkel, swim and beach combe, then enjoy lunch before you sail to Cane Garden Bay for your overnight stop. Enjoy a great BBQ chicken and ribs dinner at Quito's and then dance 'till the early hours!
Day 7: After playing on the beach at Cane Garden Bay, set sail for Soper's Hole, West End or enjoy a longer sail to Little Harbour, Peter Island. As you watch the sunset, promise yourself you will be back soon to relive this once-in-a-lifetime experience again.
