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Baths and Beyond: A Day Inside Virgin Gorda’s Granite Labyrinth
An eight-hour Phoenix Island Charters voyage that starts at the Baths National Park and then continues either as a scenic North Sound cruise or with lively island stops.
Baths and Beyond: A Day Inside Virgin Gorda’s Granite Labyrinth.
Begin at Virgin Gorda’s iconic Baths National Park, where towering granite boulders create narrow corridors, hidden grottoes and crystal-clear tidal pools; from there the day opens into a choice of upscale North Sound cruising or lively beach-bar stops for a full Caribbean day on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
The Baths: Granite boulders, grottoes and tidal pools
Wander at your own pace through giant granite boulders, discover hidden grottoes and swim in clear tidal pools at the Baths—one of the British Virgin Islands’ bucket‑list destinations.
Choose your vibe: North Sound or beach bars
After the Baths, opt for a scenic cruise through the North Sound—calling on Saba Rock, Bitter End and Oil Nut Bay—or choose a livelier return with stops at spots like the Soggy Dollar or the Willy T.
Premium private charter with full inclusions
This is a full, premium adventure offered by Phoenix Island Charters that includes the boat, a captain and fuel—designed for guests who want a single, comprehensive day to see Virgin Gorda.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The trip unfolds as a focused morning at the Baths—walking, scrambling and swimming through the granite formations—followed by a flexible afternoon: either a polished, scenic cruise of the North Sound or a more sociable stop‑and‑play return that visits lively island bars and beaches.
THE LANDSCAPE
The Baths: Granite boulders, grottoes and tidal pools
Wander at your own pace through giant granite boulders, discover hidden grottoes and swim in clear tidal pools at the Baths—one of the British Virgin Islands’ bucket‑list destinations.
THE ROUTE
Choose your vibe: North Sound or beach bars
After the Baths, opt for a scenic cruise through the North Sound—calling on Saba Rock, Bitter End and Oil Nut Bay—or choose a livelier return with stops at spots like the Soggy Dollar or the Willy T.
THE LOGISTICS
Premium private charter with full inclusions
This is a full, premium adventure offered by Phoenix Island Charters that includes the boat, a captain and fuel—designed for guests who want a single, comprehensive day to see Virgin Gorda.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day works best for—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Passports are required for travel to the British Virgin Islands portion of the itinerary.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The charter is eight hours in duration.
Where do we meet the boat?
Meeting locations include Sapphire Marina, St. Thomas; Cruz Bay, St. John; and Lovango.
What is included in the price?
The charter includes the boat, a captain and fuel.
How many people does the charter accommodate?
The vessel has an 11‑person capacity.
Do I need a passport?
Yes — passports are required for travel to the British Virgin Islands.
What will we see on the itinerary?
The day begins at the Baths National Park on Virgin Gorda, then continues either with stops in the North Sound (such as Saba Rock, Bitter End and Oil Nut Bay) or with lively stops like the Soggy Dollar or the Willy T.