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Country Guide > Caribbean > British Virgin Islands | |
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Travel - Internal Air Clair Aero Services operates between Tortola and Anegada (travel time – 15 minutes). Fly BVI operates between Tortola and Virgin Gorda, with occasional flights to Anegada. Sea Yacht charter is one of the major industries, and bareboats can be hired for all cruises. A permit is required for all charter boat passengers. Local boats can be hired for special tours. The high season is from December to April. For current prices and a full list of boats for charter and hire, contact the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (see Contact Addresses section). Ferries: The main routes are from Tortola to Marina Cay, Jost Van Dyke, Peter Island and Virgin Gorda (Bitter End and Spanish Town). Road There is a good network, although due to steep and narrow mountain roads, plus poor driving standards, conditions may be precarious. Driving is on the left and there is a maximum speed limit of 64kph (40mph) throughout all the islands. Taxi: The BVI Taxi Association operates a wide selection of vehicles on a range of standard journeys at fixed rates. All drivers are capable tour guides. Taxis can also be hired on an hourly or daily basis. Car hire: There are many car hire companies in the British Virgin Islands, including the most well-known companies. Documentation: A temporary British Virgin Islands licence is required; this will be issued on production of a current foreign licence for a fee of US$10. Otherwise, a temporary driving permit may suffice. Insurance and British Virgin Islands licences are available from car hire companies. Travel times The following chart gives approximate travel times (in hours and minutes) from Beef Island, Tortola to other major destinations in the British Virgin Islands and the surrounding area:
Note PR = Puerto Rico; USVI = US Virgin Islands. |