Other BVI islands include Cooper Island, Ginger Island, The Dogs, Great Camanoe, Necker Island, Guana Island, Mosquito Island, Peter Island and Eustatia Island. Overall, BVI life is relaxed, yet retains some British formality in terms of dignity and manners. Crime is rare and nudity is not encouraged. The BVI's prime attractions are its sheltered coves, isolated beaches and protected marine parks. Superb snorkeling and diving exists around the out islands with towering coral pinnacles, underwater caves, canyons, massive boulders, lava tunnels and almost 200 different wrecks.
Most areas have little surge and only gentle currents.
Visibility runs from from 50 to over 100 ft. Clustered around the Sir Francis Drake Channel and protected from high wind and waves, the islands are enormously popular with sailors. The best time to visit the BVI is between October and June, with warmest water temperatures between mid-March and early December. Reduced rates at hotels and on charter boats are available from May through November. Hurricane season is from July through October.