BVI On Island and Inter-Island Transportation

Air
Regional airlines connect Beef Island with international hubs (e.g. San Juan, Puerto Rico and Antigua) and other Caribbean islands. Small planes fly between Beef Island and Virgin Gorda, Anegada and St. Thomas, USVI.

Land
The British Virgin Islands have 150 roads, of which 118 are paved. The two main roads on Tortola are Blackburne Road, which runs along the seashore from the eastern to the western end of the island, and Ridge Road, which runs centrally over the hills. Both offer spectacular scenic views of the islands.

Buses
Mini and safari bus outings are usually arranged by the hotel and are also available for other long group trips and scenic sightseeing.

Car Rentals
Renting a car is both economical and convenient. There are several agencies offering reasonable rates, unlimited mileage, emergency services and additional insurance. Credit card or cash deposit and a driver's licence are required. At a cost of $10 (and with a valid driver's licence from another country), a temporary licence can be obtained from the Traffic Licensing Office or car rental agencies. Driving is on the left hand side of the road.

Ferry Services
Inter-island boat services to Marina Cay, Virgin Gorda, Peter Island, Jost Van Dyke, and to St. Thomas and St. John, USVI, are available several times per day. Departure and arrival information can be obtained at the front desk of your hotel.

Taxis
Taxis are available at the airport, hotels, taxi stands and other venues throughout the islands. Some hotels have a franchised taxi arrangement for guests, and they will also quickly order a taxi at the front desk. Taxi drivers usually provide running commentaries on local history and other useful information. The new government rates are now in effect.

TORTOLA
The minimum charge from the airport to Road Town is $18 for up to three persons. Extra passengers pay $6 each. A chartered taxi from town to any of the villages is $12, and the regular fare around town is $3. Farther out to the suburbs is $4.

Tours (two-and-a-half hours maximum) for up to three people are $50 (fixed rate) and $15 for each additional person. Waiting charges: First 10 minutes are free, and every 15 minutes, or part thereof, is $4.

VIRGIN GORDA
Grand tours (one-and-a-half hours) for up to three people are $45 per tour. Additional persons pay $15 extra per person.

JOST VAN DYKE
Sightseeing (up to two hours) for up to three people is $35.
Additional persons pay $12 extra per person.

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Cape Air
660 Barnstable Road
Hyannis, MA 02601
Tel: 1-800-352-0714 or 495-1200
Fax: 1-508-775-8815
E-mail: lduda@flycapeair.com
Website: www.flycapeair.com
Flying with Cape Air is like a new experience. Start your trip in a vacation state-of-mind. Island-hop to and from San Juan and spend less time waiting. You can even earn Continental Airlines OnePass miles on flights connecting with Continental.

Delta Petroleum, Ltd.
CSY Marina, Road Town
South Valley, Virgin Gord
Tel: 284-494-3291
Fax: 284-494-4914
For more than 20 years, Delta has satisfied their customers with the best quality fuel. From locations on both Tortola and Virgin Gorda, Delta continues to meet client's requirements with their quality products. Make Delta your No. 1 choice for fuels and lubricants.

Dohm's Water Taxi
Red Hook, St. Thomas
Tel: 340-775-6501
Fax: 340-715-1398
E-mail: vitaxi@viaccess.net
Website: www.watertaxi-vi.com
Operating like a land taxi, Dohm's Water Taxi leaves the dock of your choice, at the time you choose, and takes you exactly where you want to go - anywhere in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands.

Hertz Car Rental
West End, Road Town and Beef Island
Tel: 495-4405
Fax: 494-6060
E-mail: hertzbvi@hotmail.com
Website: www.hertzbvi.com
Discovering Tortola? Let Hertz be your driving force. Modern fleet of Jeeps and SUVs is available. Four convenient locations with free pick-up and drop-off service, plus 24-hour roadside assistance - exactly what you would expect from Hertz.

Island Helicopters International
Beef Island Airport, Tortola
Tel: 284-495-2538
Cel: 284-499-2663
Emergency Medical Transfers: 284-499-2663
Website: www.helicoptersbvi.com
Sightseeing tours you will not forget, hotel and airport transfers, heligolf and helifishing trips, aerial photography, charters to USVI, San Juan, Antigua - Island Helicopters offers it all! Treat yourself to a day trip to the gorgeous and unspoiled beaches of Anegada including a lobster lunch and reef snorkeling.

ITGO Car Rental
Road Town
Tel: 284-494-5150
Fax: 284-494-4975
E-mail: itgo@surfbvi.com
Website: www.itgobvi.com
For more than 20 years, this family-owned business has put you on the road in style. ITGO boasts a diverse fleet — from economy cars to Jeeps, SUVs and 15-passenger buses.

Lighthouse Marina
Soper's Hole, Tortola
Tel: 284-495-9810
E-mail: letty@surfbvi.com
Considered the newest marina in the BVI, welcome to one of their sheltered slips. Their services include ice, water, gas, cable, and both 110- and 220-amp power. Close to shops, restaurants and taxies.

L and S Jeep Rental and Taxi Service
Virgin Gorda, South Valley
Tel: 284-495-5297
Fax: 284-495-5342
E-mail: letty@surfbvi.com
Website: www.landsjeeprentals.com
Tour beautiful Virgin Gorda by jeep. Good variety and great prices - book online in advance.

Mahogany Car Rentals
Spanish Town, The Valley
Tel: 495-5469
Fax: 495-5072
E-mail: mahoganycarrentals@surfbvi.com
Website: www.mahagonycarrentalsbvi.com
"Mahogany is especially helpful." -Fodor's Travel
Explore the crown jewel of the BVI with a dependable Jeep or car from Mahogany. Island wide delivery is free in Spanish Town. Guided tours and open-air buses are available. Ask about year-round discounts and group rates.

The Moorings
Toll Free: 800-521-1198
Tel: 248-494-2332
Website: www.moorings.com
The Moorings is the world's premier yacht charter company, offering unmatched quality, service and attention to detail, for over 37 years. We have the most desirable locations around the world. You'll appreciate the comfort and easy handling of our custom-designed yachts, mostly less than 3 years old. Contact us to experience The Best Sailing Vacations in the World!

Road Town Fast Ferry
Ferry Dock, Road Town
Tel: 494-2323
St. Thomas Tel: 340-777-2800
E-mail: tortolafastferry@hotmail.com
Website: www.tortolafastferry.com
Experience the difference… Travel from Downtown Road Town to Downtown St. Thomas and enjoy the comfort of non-stop service between the BVI and the USVI on a high-speed catamaran that saves you time and money. Charters available.

Speedy's
The Valley
Tel: 495-5240
Fax: 249-5755
E-mail: speedysbvi@surfbvi.com
Website: www.speedysbvi.com
Providing inter-island travel for 33 years, Speedy's offers daily trips between Virgin Gorda and Tortola, with an evening schedule on Wednesdays and Saturdays so you can dine on a different island. Ferry service to St. Thomas is available three days a week. Jeep rentals, taxis and Safari Tours offered on Virgin Gorda. Transportation is their specialty.

To get to the British Virgin Islands call American Airlines at 1-800-433-7300, book your trip on aa.com, or for travel information, visit www.EagleLatitudes.com.

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