Jost Van Dyke

When to Visit Jost Van Dyke for a Yacht Charter

The best time to sail to Jost Van Dyke is from December through May, during the Caribbean’s dry season. Expect warm, steady trade winds, blue skies, and calm seas—ideal for island-hopping and water activities. June to November is the quieter off-season, still beautiful, but with occasional showers and fewer crowds.

Cruising Highlights – Sailing Around Jost Van Dyke

• White Bay
  Anchor just offshore and swim to the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar. This is the heart of Jost’s beach bar scene—lively, picturesque, and perfect for a Painkiller cocktail in the shallows.
• Great Harbour
  A protected anchorage and the island’s main port, lined with local bars, colourful shacks, and yachtie favourites like Foxy’s.
• Little Jost Van Dyke
  A tranquil escape just east of the main island. Paddleboard through the shallows, snorkel over coral beds, or enjoy a quiet lunch on board.

Must-See – The Bubbly Pool

Nature’s Caribbean jacuzzi! A short hike from Diamond Cay leads to this natural rock pool where waves crash through a gap in the cliffs, creating an exhilarating fizz of seawater bubbles. Visit at high tide for full effect.

Where to Eat & Drink

• Foxy’s, Great Harbour – A BVI institution. Live music, BBQ nights, and rum flowing late into the evening. Come for the legend, stay for the party.
• Soggy Dollar Bar, White Bay – The birthplace of the Painkiller cocktail. Swim ashore, grab a hammock, and soak up classic island vibes.
• Corsairs Beach Bar – Known for great seafood, killer cocktails, and local character.‍
• Hendo’s Hideout – A modern beach-lounge twist with stylish cocktails and elevated Caribbean fare.

Flavours of Jost Van Dyke

Don’t leave without trying a fresh grilled lobster tail or conch fritters, best enjoyed with a splash of homemade pepper sauce. Wash it down with a Painkiller, Bushwacker, or local Carib beer. And for the morning after? Johnny cakes and island coffee on deck.

Art & Culture

Jost may be tiny, but it has soul. From Foxy’s handcrafted Caribbean décor and legendary storytelling to the live reggae and calypso jams that drift over the bay, this is island culture at its most relaxed and vibrant.

Iconic Swim Spot – White Bay

Turquoise water, blindingly white sand, and a row of lively beach bars. This is Jost’s crown jewel—and one of the Caribbean’s most famous anchorages. Anchor just beyond the swim zone and float your way to the beach.

High Tide Recommends

• Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Foxy’s, a world-famous yachtie tradition. Expect fireworks, food, and music until sunrise.
• Arrive early in White Bay to claim a good anchorage and enjoy the beach before the midday crowds.
• Take a dinghy to Sandy Spit—a tiny islet of perfect white sand and one palm tree, just off Jost’s northeast coast.

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