The Baths, Virgin Gorda: Address, Phone Number, The Baths Reviews: 4.5/5
The Baths
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The most well-known attraction on the island, these giant boulders or batholiths, brought to the surface by volcanic eruptions, are scattered about forming a beautiful grotto and tranquil pools.
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Ericabo7
Milwaukee, WI196 contributions
Jan 2020
The Baths are a natural phenomenon that is a must see, despite the tourist crowds and cruise ships. We opted to drive there instead of take our boat, and it was much easier and faster. We also opted to avoid the long line of the guided "tour" through the caves and just explored on our own and it was really fun to see all of the marine life and get a little rock climbing in. Go in knowing there will be a crowd unless you are their first thing in the morning (and a lot of people taking photos purely for Instagram). I would recommend eating elsewhere as the food is overpriced and only so-so (CocoMaya is nearby).
Written January 20, 2020
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laurhp
7 contributions
Feb 2020
The Baths (large rock formations in the water) are a unique and beautiful sight to behold. The trip down and back up requires excellent balance and is physically strenuous. The water was gorgeous and wading around the rocks was fun though it requires caution with the stong tide.
We took a Speedy's ferry from the cruise ship and they put us directly on a transport to take us up to the national park. Booking it yourself was between $35-40 dollars per person round trip with a cruise excursion costing $100 per person for the same thing.
Get up early and take the first available ferry before the large groups arrive.
We took a Speedy's ferry from the cruise ship and they put us directly on a transport to take us up to the national park. Booking it yourself was between $35-40 dollars per person round trip with a cruise excursion costing $100 per person for the same thing.
Get up early and take the first available ferry before the large groups arrive.
Written March 4, 2020
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lizisagem322
16 contributions
Jan 2020
From our cruise ship that docked in Tortola we hopped on a ferry (sensation ferry) that took us to Virgin Gorda and then we hopped on an open-air bus to get to the baths. Once we got to the baths it was $3 to enter. We paid a total of $41 per person to get into the baths... Which included the ferry the open-air taxi and the entrance into the baths. The cruise line was charging $104 per person. The ferry was awesome comfy chairs TVs Wi-Fi and they give you a bottle of water.
The ride to Virgin Gorda was just awesomely amazing and beautiful. Once we got to the baths the view from the restaurant and when you trek down below to get to the beach was gorgeous. Now, going to the baths is really not for the physically challenged there's rocks dips hills you can slip and fall. If you take your time you can probably go by the restaurant side real slow. I don't believe there is access for wheelchairs.
They have a beach and they have bath areas. There's bars restaurants shopping. People who have boats can get there on their own.
The ride to Virgin Gorda was just awesomely amazing and beautiful. Once we got to the baths the view from the restaurant and when you trek down below to get to the beach was gorgeous. Now, going to the baths is really not for the physically challenged there's rocks dips hills you can slip and fall. If you take your time you can probably go by the restaurant side real slow. I don't believe there is access for wheelchairs.
They have a beach and they have bath areas. There's bars restaurants shopping. People who have boats can get there on their own.
Written January 25, 2020
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Amy24
United States235 contributions
Jun 2022
After doing the Baths on a day trip to Virgin Gorda in 2019, I knew I wanted to stay on island this trip to experience the baths without all the crowds. We loved going through the caves and finding the cathedral, etc., with nobody else around. I highly recommend visiting the baths early in the morning before others arrive.
Written June 17, 2022
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CabKings
Tampa, FL439 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Wow is this place special. Aristocrat charters docked us in a mooring and we swam into shore. a few shops people selling drinks around ( all cash sales). Lockers available to store items for $2.50 (cash). walk through the huge boulders which open up to beautiful water and sand areas. Just gorgeous and unique. Be sure to avoid coming when cruise ships are around can be a multi hour wait.
well worth the time and effort to enjoy this park at end of Virgin Gorda.
well worth the time and effort to enjoy this park at end of Virgin Gorda.
Written June 2, 2022
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Doug R
Towanda, IL60 contributions
Apr 2022
Actually seeing these huge boulders along the shore was amazing. You must swim to shore since it is a national park, but there are buoy lines that can assist you if you're a light swimmer. At the top of the park is a view point, restaurant and gift shop accessible by a trail from the beach. There were large groups of tours while we were there and the access to the Devils pool and climbs through the rocks was limited.
Lots of shade to sit and relax under trees and enjoy the beach.
Lots of shade to sit and relax under trees and enjoy the beach.
Written April 22, 2022
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Hollis P
Westampton, NJ305 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
A trip to Devils Bay National Park and The Baths is a visit not to be missed when in the British Virgin Islands. We took Sir Speedy's ferry from Tortola. It is about a 45 minute ride and I recommend getting the package that includes taxi service to The Baths. For seniors the package was only $28.00 per person. (Although not expected, it is kind to tip your taxi driver.) We took the 10:40 departure and the 3:30 return. Take water, sunblock, towels, and water shoes with you. A waterproof bag for electronics is also handy. Once you are dropped at The Baths, you need to buy a ticket to visit. For seniors, it was $3.00. There is a circular route that goes clockwise and starts behind the ticket booth. It takes you on a ten minute walk to Devil's Bay National Park. The trail descends and is a bit rocky. After arriving at Devil's Bay you can relax and swim for a bit before completing your clockwise journey to The Baths. Explorers go through rocks, crevices, wooden stairs, rope assists, and water pools before reaching The Baths. It is not difficult,but you will have to crawl at times. Once reaching The Baths, you can swim, buy food, rent a locker and enjoy the beautiful view. It is a short walk up the hill to reach the parking lot and ticket office where you started. The entire hike took us about two hours. We ended our adventure with a delicious lunch at the Top of the Baths. If someone in your group is claustrophobic, or not generally in good shape, it would probably be best for them to take the short trail directly to The Baths and avoid Devil's Bay. I found this not only a great outdoor experience, but a bargain as well. The entire day cost about $100.00. Here is an added tip. If you have flexible travel plans, Google the cruise ship arrival dates for Tortola. You can avoid selecting a day when thousands of passengers are in port, many of them will be visiting The Baths.
Written February 29, 2020
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We❤️2Travel
Charlotte, NC645 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
I am already trying to figure out the next time we’ll be back to the Baths!
Our cruise ported in Tortula and we took the public ferry boat to the Baths, Virgin Gorda!
What an incredible location! The granite stones are just perfect backdrops for photos!
We unfortunately didn’t take our snorkel gear (thinking we wouldn’t have had time to snorkel). Wish we did! The water was absolutely crystal clear and the most gorgeous blues we’ve ever seen!
We paid the few bucks to walk down to Devil’s Bay through the boulders of the famous Baths! Make note that if you have enough time, go all the way down to Devil’s Bay- because once you go through the caves, there is no going back unless you walk all the way back up and then pay to go down again.
Tip: take your time, take plenty of photos. Everyone is there to take photos, so don’t feel rushed with people. Everyone is super understanding if you take your time.
Note: portions of the caves require traversing wooden steps and climbing rocks. Totally not a problem if you go slow and take your time (we saw kids of all ages from toddlers to the elderly).
Our cruise ported in Tortula and we took the public ferry boat to the Baths, Virgin Gorda!
What an incredible location! The granite stones are just perfect backdrops for photos!
We unfortunately didn’t take our snorkel gear (thinking we wouldn’t have had time to snorkel). Wish we did! The water was absolutely crystal clear and the most gorgeous blues we’ve ever seen!
We paid the few bucks to walk down to Devil’s Bay through the boulders of the famous Baths! Make note that if you have enough time, go all the way down to Devil’s Bay- because once you go through the caves, there is no going back unless you walk all the way back up and then pay to go down again.
Tip: take your time, take plenty of photos. Everyone is there to take photos, so don’t feel rushed with people. Everyone is super understanding if you take your time.
Note: portions of the caves require traversing wooden steps and climbing rocks. Totally not a problem if you go slow and take your time (we saw kids of all ages from toddlers to the elderly).
Written July 27, 2020
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MDR
3 contributions
Apr 2021
What a cool place to visit. And, because of covid travel restrictions, we had the place to ourselves. Literally, no one was there but us. The rocks are huge, creating picturesque caves and unique swimming holes. The water was crystal clear. We did a bit of snorkeling and it was pretty good. Go, and go now. Cruise ships will be returning to the area starting in June. It'll definitely get busy again. We took Speedy's ferry from Tortola and grabbed a taxi waiting out by the ferry terminal. $10 taxi ride to the park entrance. $3 PP gets you into the park. We spent about 4hrs climbing, swimming, soaking, snorkeling, taking pictures, and enjoying a drink at the bar.
Written April 19, 2021
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Gigi
New Haven, CT11 contributions
Feb 2020
I was skeptical about visiting here since there was so much buzz about crowds and tourists, but you must see it. We did stay on Virgin Gorda, so we had the luxury of going to visit the Baths "after hours" (we visited twice after 5p, and twice around 11 a.m. After hours, you will pretty much have the place to yourself to explore, which was amazing. During regular operating hours, taxi buses are dropping off tourists, and the restaurant and shops get pretty busy, and the actual Baths and beach are pretty busy as well. But you also have the amenities during operating hours: snack stand/bar on beach, restrooms, little shops, snorkeling and swimming rentals, staff to assist you. When you arrive to the Baths, you have a restaurant and shops (a great coffee and ice cream shop that also makes boozy ice cream shakes) and a small bar next door. You walk down a beautiful little pathway (5 minute walk) to the beach. If you visit after operating hours, you're on your own. Everything is closed, but exploring the rocks and caves and coves when they are empty is another experience altogether. Either way, it's definitely worth the trip and by far one of my favorite places I have ever been.
Written February 27, 2020
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MrsCreal
Houston, TX
We will be taking a cruise and would love to walk down Devil's Bay how long does it take? How long is the ferry ride? I don't want to miss my ship.
cbrann
5 contributions
Can anyone that has visited recently tell me the best way to see The Baths and Soggy Dollar bar where you actually have time to enjoy them and not feel rushed? I know there are tours you can purchase, but I am worried that will feel rushed and we wont have time to just sit and enjoy it.
Gigi
New Haven, CT11 contributions
Are you on a cruise? Or are you staying on one of the USVI/BVIs?
MikeHill2013
Sioux Falls, SD1 contribution
How do get to the baths(VG) from St. Thomas? How much and what company. Trip will be for two in July.
Gigi
New Haven, CT11 contributions
Ferries do run from St. Thomas directly to VG on Tuesday and Saturday. There are ferry schedules online - if you just put VINOW in the search bar you can see them there. I would suggest calling ahead first; some of the ferry schedules listed are not accurate because these islands are still recovering from Irma.
Buenas Noches:en abril tomo un crucero que llega a Totorla 8 am deseo ir por mi cuenta a Virgin Gorda y los Baños, cual es el costo del Ferry y la entrada los Baños.
Gracias
Lina B
Miami Beach, FL31 contributions
How much is the Ferry from the port to Bath Virgin Gorda; I understand we also need a taxi once we are there. Anyone know an estimate in price for each ferry and taxi each way or round Trip. Thanks so much
TMW
30 contributions
Google Speedy's ferry Tortola, it will give you the current ferry schedules & prices on their website.
Lina B
Miami Beach, FL31 contributions
Im cruising on Celebrity Edge and don’t see this as an excursion. Can we go on the ferry and pay on our own each way back
Greg D
Indianapolis, IN112 contributions
If you are cruising to Tortola yes you can ferry to Virgin Gorda if you are cruising to St Thomas you would have to get a private charter.
Billie U
Springdale, PA27 contributions
Hi. We are on Celebrity Edge 1/26 and will do the baths. Question is does Celebrity transport you to the ferry or is a 10 minute walk to ferry and from ferry to ship. Thanks
Eric C
Charlotte, NC43 contributions
When I did the Baths from Tortola on Norwegian, the ferry was right at the end of the pier. So you have to walk maybe 200 yards to get on the ferry. I guess it all depends on where your ship berths for the day which can vary.
Wear water shoes.
Teeka55
Sedona
How long does it take to get from the top of the baths on the left side (not devil bay side )to the
Bottom at the ocean walking ?
I hope it is not as bad
? I am now 74 and going back through a cruise to virgin go . The ship.offered a trip you swim 500 yards to the beach .
Eric C
Charlotte, NC43 contributions
It's not a long walk from the parking lot down to the left-hand side, but it's not super easy some of the stairs are rough. If you can climb say four flights of stairs you should be OK, just take it easy. Going through the Baths to the right side is a little tricky.
FloridaDebi
Florida33 contributions
Hi - we have been to The Baths before but from Tortola, we are cruising in February and are tendering at Virgin Gorda on Royal/Empress. Does anyone know where we tender?
If we take a taxi should be taxi to the national Park or at the restaurant then walk down?
We have always come from a boat and swam into The Baths :)
Thanks for any advice
SandyBeach
Seattle1,198 contributions
Hello Try a search of this question on cruisecritics
I have only come by boat myself
FloridaDebi
Florida33 contributions
We have been to The Baths before but always by boat (lol) we are going to be in Virgin Gorda and will be getting to there by vehicle.....Is there a fee to enter the park? Can you still do the trail through the boulders? Is the little bar hut at the end of the trail or beginning? Thanks
Gene B
Cookeville, TN155 contributions
we drove after getting off our sail boat and were picked up by cab. you can easily walk down to the baths and walk through the boulders
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- (0.16 mi) Top Of The Baths Restaurant & Bar
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- (0.17 mi) Cafecito
- (1.05 mi) CocoMaya
- (1.09 mi) Mermaid's Dockside Bar & Grill