Looking for quiet anchorages on your BVI yacht charter? While the British Virgin Islands are famous for their accessible islands, popular attractions, and lively beach bars, not everyone wants to be in the thick of the action every day. If you’re the kind of charter guest who prefers a peaceful sunset swim to a beach bar party, this list is for you.
Secluded doesn’t mean deserted–but with a bit of planning (and a good crew), you can still find calm corners of the BVI where it’s just you, the water, and the view. These are 5 of our favorite anchorages away from the crowds, where you can drop the hook, switch off the engine, and enjoy a peaceful paradise.
5. White Bay – Guana Island
Just north of Tortola, this bay offers excellent protection from prevailing winds and is a favorite spot for a quiet swim or snorkel session.
Monkey Point, at the southern tip, is especially rich in marine life and a great place to spot turtles. It can get some day-tripper traffic, but overnighting here tends to be quieter, especially outside peak season.
No mooring balls here–you’ll be anchoring. Holding is decent in sand. Great for early arrivals and morning swims. A good option to add to your BVI yacht charter itinerary if you’re sailing east of Tortola.
- Snorkel Monkey Point’s reef (turtles & fish)
- Paddleboard or kayak along the shoreline
- Sunset drinks on deck with panoramic views
4. Lee Bay – Great Camanoe Island
Lee Bay is a small anchorage off the coast of Great Camanoe Island–a privately owned island with no services or development. You won’t find beach bars or restaurants here, just steep hills, calm water, and total silence.
There are no moorings, and space is limited, so anchoring skills matter. Great snorkelling along the rocky coastline. Arrive early if you’re including this on a one-week BVI catamaran charter.
- Snorkel the rocky coastline
- Launch water toys and floats off the boat
- Short nature walk inland (if landing conditions allow)
3. Benures Bay – Norman Island
Norman Island is known for The Bight and the Caves, but Benures Bay–just around the corner—offers a much quieter alternative. No bars, no moorings, no traffic. The bay opens to the north, so choose a calm day. When conditions are good, this is one of the most peaceful spots in the BVI.
Excellent snorkeling and a scenic spot to kayak or paddleboard. Great pick for charter yachts with guests looking to get away from it all while staying close to popular attractions.
- Snorkeling with turtles in clear water
- Paddleboard or kayak in calm bay
- Hike up the ridge for sunset views
2. Pomato Point – Anegada
Anegada is a different world compared to the rest of the BVI. Low-lying, coral-based, and more remote, it attracts fewer boats. Anchoring west of Pomato Point puts you close to shore while avoiding the busier mooring fields to the east.
This area is best in settled weather, and your crew should be comfortable navigating the shallows. If you’re planning to anchor in Anegada, this spot offers solid holding and minimal crowds. Bonus: direct access to beaches, lobster spots, and sunsets.
- Snorkel or dive near Horseshoe Reef
- Long beach walks with minimal crowds
- Sunset drinks and fresh lobster on the beach
1. Eustatia Bay – North Sound
We saved the best for last. Tucked away in the northeast corner of the North Sound, Eustatia Bay offers stunning views, exceptional snorkeling, and a calm anchorage with limited traffic.
This one is personal. Both Marcelle and Alex from our team used to charter here regularly. Alex, a former captain, and Marcelle say it was their go-to secret spot–the kind of anchorage that always blew guests away.
Accessing it can be tricky without local knowledge, which is why it’s still relatively under-the-radar. Our charter clients who anchor here consistently rank it among their top experiences.
If you want a secluded anchorage in the BVI with high visual impact and minimal disturbance, this is the one.
- Snorkel Eustatia Reef (amazing coral)
- Kayak or paddleboard around the bay
- Top sunset anchorage – quiet & scenic
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