Most of the islands offer at least one beautiful bay and it is possible even at the height of the season to find deserted beaches and calm anchorages. Bareboaters are not supposed to sail to Anegada because of the hazardous, unmarked route through the reef and generally only crewed yachts go there. If you are sailing independently, however, check the charts, ensure you approach in clear daylight when the sun is high, or call the Anegada Reef Hotel at Setting Point when you are within sight and they will direct you over the radio. Charter companies are too numerous to list here, there are many on Tortola and several more on Virgin Gorda. Contact the tourist office for a list of bareboats with prices.
Marinas are plentiful with yard services, haul out, fuel docks, water and showers.
Sailing and boardsailing schools offer three-hour to one week courses. For private instruction with ASA certification, call Linda Hall, Tortola Marine Management Bareboat Vacations, T800-6330155. The annual spring Regatta is held in Sir Francis Drake s Channel, considered one of the best sailing venues in the world. The Regatta may be held before or after Easter depending on whether Easter is early or late. International yachtsmen and women compete alongside local islanders from Puerto Rico, the USVI and BVI as crew or hiring their own bareboats.