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Jost Van Dyke to Norman Island

Soggy Dollar and Willy T Tour

The rum and sea day: White Bay and the Soggy Dollar, Foxy's in Great Harbour, then Norman Island, the caves and the Willy T.

Two famous beach bars, one fast boat

Call it the Rum and Sea or the Soggy Dollar and Willy T, this is a lot of fun and a lot of miles. We move you island to island fast and comfortably: White Bay on Jost Van Dyke first, home of the Soggy Dollar and the original Painkiller, then round to Foxy's in Great Harbour. After lunch at Pirates Bight on Norman Island we snorkel the caves, where you usually see turtles, and finish at the Willy T. If the Willy T is not your thing, we swap it for more snorkelling or a hideaway beach.

Best for: Groups, birthdays, anyone who wants the beach bar circuit.

Duration
about seven hours
Times
a morning start, confirmed when you book
Price
$1,600
All inclusive, per boat
Guests
12
Pickup
West End, Nanny Cay or Village Cay

The route on the day can change with the weather and sea state. Your captain decides what is safe and fun.

See prices and booking

Where the day takes you

A private route, shaped around the stops below. Your captain picks the order and the pace on the day.

  1. 1

    West End departure

    We leave from West End, Tortola, a short hop across to Jost Van Dyke.

  2. 2

    White Bay and the Soggy Dollar

    One of the best beaches in the Caribbean and the bar that invented the Painkiller. Swim ashore or wade in.

  3. 3

    Great Harbour and Foxy's

    Round the corner to Foxy's, the famous beach bar under the shade of its canopy.

  4. 4

    Norman Island and Pirates Bight

    Beach time and lunch at the Pirates Bight restaurant and bar.

  5. 5

    The Caves

    Snorkel the sea caves of Norman Island. Turtles are a regular sight.

  6. 6

    The Willy T

    A drink on the floating bar, and the plank for the brave.

  7. 7

    Back to West End

    Home on the fast boat with the stereo on.

Everything you need, already on board.

Your captain, the fuel, the permits, the snorkel gear and a cooler packed with drinks are in the price of every fixed tour. Bring swimwear, sunscreen and a towel, and we have the rest.

  • Your crew · 4

    • Licensed, fully insured captain
    • Pirate stories and local history
    • Your choice of pickup
    • Custom itineraries on request
  • In the cooler · 4

    • 12 waters
    • 12 sodas
    • 12 beers and 6 Truly
    • A Painkiller each
  • In the water · 4

    • Masks and snorkels
    • Fins
    • Float noodles
    • Snorkel stops on every tour
  • The essentials · 4

    • Fuel on every fixed tour
    • All cruising permits
    • Life jackets and safety gear
    • Six-speaker Bluetooth stereo

Lunch ashore is not included. We stop where the good food is, and you pay your own.

Price
$1,600
All inclusive, per boat
Duration
about seven hours
a morning start, confirmed when you book
Guests
Up to 12
whole boat, private

Ready when you are.

A deposit confirms your date. WhatsApp is the fastest way to check one.

Good to know

How long is this tour?
It runs about seven hours. Departure is a morning start, confirmed when you book, and we always allow for the weather and the sea. The route on the day can change with the weather and sea state. Your captain decides what is safe and fun.
What does it cost, and is that per person?
$1,600 for the whole boat, up to 12 guests, all inclusive. The captain, fuel, permits, snorkel gear and the cooler are all in the price. A deposit confirms your date and the balance is paid on the day.
Who is this tour best for?
Groups, birthdays, anyone who wants the beach bar circuit. The whole boat is private to your group, so the day shapes itself around you.
Is lunch included?
No. We stop where the good food is, such as Pirates Bight on Norman Island, Saba Rock or the Bitter End in North Sound, or Foxy's on Jost Van Dyke, and you pay your own. Drinks on the boat are included.
Do we need to be strong swimmers?
Not to enjoy the day. Getting into The Baths means a swim of about 100 yards each way, so that one stop asks for confidence in the water. Float noodles and life jackets are on board, and nobody has to get in: plenty of guests stay aboard and enjoy the view.
Is gratuity included?
No. Gratuity is at your discretion, and 15 to 20% in cash is customary and much appreciated by the captain.
What if we have to cancel?
Cancel 14 or more days before your tour and you are refunded in full. Inside that, the deposit is kept. If something outside your control gets in the way, such as weather, a travel delay or a change to your ship's schedule, you are refunded in full.