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Tortola Vacations: Resorts and Beaches
Stay in Road Town, where the laid-back vibe, pastel-colored buildings, and sunshine, will put you right in the island spirit. Listen to pirate legends and go snorkeling among some of the teeming reefs that made these islands notorious for sailors. A secluded beach is never far away. Change the pace with a hike through the sub-tropical rainforest of Sage Mountain National Park, discovering the inland flora and fauna, and incredible mountain views. Whether you’re looking for an all-inclusive resort or adventures on the high seas, a Tortola vacation package has it all.
Tortola at a Glance
Currency: US Dollar, $
Tipping Customs: 10-15%, if a service charge is not included
Language: English
Popular Drink: The Painkiller
Must Eat: Fresh-caught fish, callaloo, and roti
Power Up: A or B (two or three-prong) 120 V
Weather: The islands enjoy tropical climate with an average temperature of 77°F, cooled by trade winds.
Best Time to Visit: All year round. December-April, when it’s dry, is considered the peak season.
Top Things to Do in
Tortola
Take in the Views from Sage Mountain
Hike a subtropical rainforest under the mahogany trees and listen to birdsong. The mountain is the highest in Tortola and boasts views of the British and U.S. Virgin Islands.
Go Snorkeling or Diving
Smuggler’s Cove is known for its shallow, beginner-friendly snorkeling, or bring your own snorkel gear and explore Brewers Bay, where stingrays and sea turtles have been sighted.
Charter a Boat and Go Game Fishing
The North and South Drops are known for their world-class game fishing.
Get Your Island History at the Sugar Works
The 1780 Lower Estate Sugar Works houses a museum and gives you a glimpse into Tortola’s sugar-producing past.
Bask on a Secluded Beach
With miles of white-sand coast to explore, there’s a beach just for you from the blue water of Apple Bay, to the gorgeous Elizabeth Beach.
