Peter Island

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Peter Island Description

The fifth-largest island in the British Virgin Islands, Peter Island is shaped like the letter "L" and covers 1,800ac/729ha of land. Only 4mi/6.5km south of Road Town, Tortola, Peter Island was first settled by German slave traders (17th C) who established a cotton plantation along with several Tortolians. After the abolition of slavery, Peter Island returned to its natural state. Since, there have been a few tobacco plantations on the island and it has changed ownership twice.

Today, the island is owned by JVA Enterprises and remains mostly undeveloped but for the shores of Deadman's Bay and Sprat Bay where the current Peter Island Resort and Yacht Harbour sits. The island offers excellent diving and snorkelling sites, five beaches

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Hobbies & Activities category: Beach; Biking opportunity; Boating, sailing, water craft activities; Scuba or snorkel opportunity; Swimming & water activities; Hiking opportunity; Natural area; Region with significant interests

Tips

To use the moorings you must have a permit from the British Virgin Islands National Parks Trust.
Day visitors can visit by ferry from Tortola.

Facilities

On-site accomodations
Restaurant or food service

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