Things to do in Virgin Gorda
The Baths Virgin Gorda: snorkelling and beach guide
A practical guide to The Baths, Devil's Bay and the island's best snorkelling, from your base at Mango Bay.
The Baths, Virgin Gorda
Granite boulders, rock pools and Devil's Bay
At Virgin Gorda's south-western tip, The Baths is a jumble of huge granite boulders, some up to 40 feet across, with white sand beaches and hidden rock pools. A trail with steps, ladders and rope handrails leads through the boulders to Devil's Bay, a horseshoe bay that's lovely for swimming and snorkelling. Or walk straight down from the car park: about 15 minutes.
- Open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm daily; don't enter the caves after 4:30 pm
- Bathrooms and lockers on site
- Wear water shoes: you'll crawl, climb and wade
Stay close by
Stay near The Baths
Mango Bay Resort is about 15 minutes' drive from The Baths, on a calm, sandy bay on Virgin Gorda's west coast.
Timing
When to visit The Baths
Go early
Arrive close to opening at 8:30 am for the quietest trail and the best light in the pools.Watch the swell
In winter, strong ocean swells can close boat access and bring strong currents. Check conditions on the day and stay out of the water if in doubt.Plan the afternoon
The caves close to visitors at 4:30 pm, so leave time to walk back through the boulders.Snorkelling Virgin Gorda
Best snorkel spots, starting from your door
Mango Bay
Our calm, clear bay is right in front of you, with free snorkel gear, floats, kayaks and paddleboards for guests.Savannah Bay and Pond Bay
Quiet, sandy beaches close to Mango Bay, with shallow, clear water for swimming and snorkelling.Devil's Bay
Reached through The Baths, a sheltered bay for swimming and snorkelling among the boulders.Spring Bay: our tip
The Baths is an internationally renowned tourist attraction, but right next door Spring Bay is one of Nature's Little Secrets, as the BVI calls itself ( BVI Tourism): the same granite boulders, a sandy beach and The Crawl, a natural pool ringed by boulders. Add the clifftop Cornish ruins at Copper Mine National Park for a perfect day in the south. BVI National Parks TrustFurther afield
By boat: Norman Island's caves and "The Indians" snorkelling site. We're happy to recommend day sails, just ask.Snorkel safely
Snorkel with a buddy, stay inside swim lines, and keep off the coral.Nail Bay Sports Centre
A rest day? Nail Bay Sports Centre is free for Mango Bay Resort guests, with a gym, tennis and padel.Getting there from Mango Bay
About 15 minutes to The Baths
Mango Bay is about 15 minutes from anywhere on Virgin Gorda, including The Baths, and ideally placed to explore both ends of the island: North Sound and Prickly Pear to the north, and The Baths, Spring Bay and Copper Mine National Park to the south. Gorda Peak National Park rises right behind the resort, about 5 minutes' drive to the trailhead.
For The Baths, drive south through Spanish Town and follow the road to the car park at the top of The Baths. A hire car is the easiest way to explore; taxis run too. Remember we drive on the left. Afterwards, head home for sundowners at The Drop Off, our café, bar and restaurant at the dock, opening December 2026.
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FAQ
The Baths and snorkelling: FAQ
What time is The Baths open?
8:30 am to 4:30 pm daily. Go early to beat the crowds, and don't enter the caves after 4:30 pm.How long is the walk to Devil's Bay?
About 15 minutes from the car park at the top of The Baths. A second trail runs from The Baths beach through the boulders, with ladders, rope handrails and some wading.Where is the best snorkelling on Virgin Gorda?
Start on our own calm bay at Mango Bay, with free snorkel gear. Close by, Savannah Bay and Pond Bay have shallow, clear water. Further south, try Devil's Bay and Spring Bay among the boulders.Can you swim at The Baths in winter?
Strong ocean swells can arrive in the winter months. When they do, boat access and mooring can be closed and swimming is discouraged because of strong currents, so check conditions on the day.How far is Mango Bay from The Baths?
About 15 minutes by car. Mango Bay is about 15 minutes from anywhere on Virgin Gorda, and Gorda Peak National Park rises right behind the resort, about 5 minutes' drive to the trailhead.How do I get to The Baths from Mango Bay?
It's about 15 minutes: drive south through Spanish Town and follow the road to the car park at the top of The Baths. A hire car is the easiest way; taxis also run. Remember we drive on the left.Book direct
Make Mango Bay your base for The Baths
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