White Bay
This is truly one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. A white sand beach stretches in an arc for almost a mile with palms lining the shore. No docks – mean boats take a mooring ball or smaller craft come right to the beach with engines tilted up. The mood is casual and idyllic with warm waters that gently brush the shore – an ideal spot to hold a drink waist deep and inhale Paradise. Good snorkeling is found on a reef a short swim from shore where the water breaks and schools of tropical fish can be found.
Sandy Cay
These two idyllic cays off Jost Van Dyke are the subjects of many a photographer's view of paradise. Sandy beaches, a few palm trees and nothing else but miles of Caribbean waters surrounding. Snorkeling is a must here with coral gardens home to a myriad of fishes and the occasional friendly barracuda or two. Many choose just to swim ashore and circumnavigate the island reliving their own version of paradise on a tropical isle.
Savannah Bay
This stretch of white sand beach is still one of the BVIs best–kept secrets. Just past Little Dix Bay Resort, this white sand bay is not developed and is hedged by sea grape trees and natural brush. The waters are calm and clear blue and the only sight on the horizon might be a yacht or two that also discovered this quiet hide–a–way. Delightful swimming and a nice romantic beach for a picnic is what this beach was intended for.
Devils Bay & Spring Bay
Home to the famous boulder rocks known as "The Baths" these beaches are also part of the BVI National Parks. One can imagine what the islands earliest inhabitants thought of these pristine white beaches separated by a span of topsy –turvey boulders the size of a small house. Most boaters approach Spring Bay where most of the moorings are – swim ashore and then trail through the boulders to Devil's Bay – the less congested swimming beach. The gentle waves literally transport you on the sand like a loving hand and there are numerous little pockets of privacy for sun bathing.
Cane Garden Bay
This is Tortola's most popular beach for a reason. A curved white sand beach with palms is a great spot for surfers or boogie boarders when the surf is up. Lined with beachside restaurants – this might just be a fun spot to stop for an afternoon lunch or drink if the crowds are too thick on the beach. Quito's offers a great view and local selection of dishes such as barbecue meats, fried fish and rotis as does Myett's in a tropical garden setting and the Big Banana Paradise Club with its large verandah style dining.
Smugglers Cove
A bit more off the beaten track this is a great place to enjoy a quiet swim, snorkel and stroll on the beach. No big time restaurants here – just beach barbecue and drinks from a cooler – very low key. Relaxed and far from the maddening crowd, this is another romantic spot for a picnic and the reef offers a fun snorkeling experience.