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British Virgin Islands Travel Guide - Getting Around

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By AirGetting Around by Air

Fly BVI (website: www.fly-bvi.com) and Caribbean Wings-BVI Airlines (website: www.bvi-airlines.com) run inter-island charter flights.

By BoatGetting Around by Water

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.

Ferries: The main routes are from Tortola to Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, Marina Cay and Peter Island. A list of operators is available from the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (website: www.bvitourism.com).

By CarGetting Around by 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.

Taxi: There are several taxi companies on Tortola and Virgin Gorda. Many drivers double up as tour guides and taxis can be hired on an hourly or daily basis.

Car hire: There are many local and international companies. Drivers must be at least 25 years old.

Regulations: The speed limit is 64kph (40mph). Seat belts are compulsory.

Documentation:
A temporary British Virgin Islands licence is required; this will be issued on production of a current foreign licence for a small fee. Insurance and British Virgin Islands licences are available from car hire companies.

Travel TimesJourney Times

The following chart gives approximate journey times (in hours and minutes) from Beef Island, Tortola to other major destinations in the British Virgin Islands and the surrounding area:

AirSea
Virgin Gorda0.050.30
Peter Is.-0.30
Guana Is.-0.20
Jost Van Dyke-0.40




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