Necker Island

Necker Island, British Virgin Islands (BVI)

Necker Island is spread over 74-acres with a three mile perimeter and there are a number of trails crossing the island. You can also walk all the way round, something Richard does on a regular basis. From the Great House, it’s a leisurely six to seven minute walk to main beach where most of the activities are based and where you'll find the Beach House and Crocodile Pavilion. It's roughly the same distance to the Bali Hi complex and it's a little bit further to the Bali Lo complex - allow for a ten minute walk. If you're in a hurry or it's just too hot our team will be happy to give you a lift to your destination.

The closest international airport is on Tortola (Beef Island - airport code EIS) which is a 35-minute flight from San Juan and a one-hour flight from Antigua. It is possible to fly to the British Virgin Islands via many parts of the Caribbean, with the most popular routes being via San Juan, Antigua and St Thomas. By private launch Necker Island is approximately 30-minutes from Tortola and ten-minutes from Virgin Gorda where there is another smaller airport. It is also possible to reach Necker Island by helicopter from Tortola, Virgin Gorda and St Thomas, arrival and departure launch transfers to the island are included in the rates.


The Island
The Great House is the place where people come together, and has a wraparound outdoor terrace with hammocks and sofas. There is also a fully-stocked bar where our team can make you your favourite cocktails, or you can just help yourself! Up on the roof you’ll find a cosy four-person hot tub - perfect for sipping champagne as you watch the sunset.

The Beach House is located in the main beach area, here guests have access to two floodlit tennis courts and a viewing deck. The Beach House has a large communal area on the ground floor, with an impressive bar, lots of seating, space for game tables, and a huge sofa that is 26 feet long - that’s eight-metres! The upper floor is designed for communal dining, with a large table and some great views out onto the tennis courts on one side and out to sea on the other.

The Pool Pavilion has one of the most stunning pools around! There is a swim-up bar off the freeform infinity pool complete with rocks in the pool where guests can sit and enjoy a drink plus a huge hot tub right on the beach with space for more than 30 people! Within the pool complex is our thatched Crocodile Pavilion, complete with a large solid teak crocodile table where guests can be served fresh food from the Pavilion’s gourmet kitchen.


Activities and Excursions
Richard Branson has always been a big tennis fan so it’s no surprise we have two floodlit AstroTurf tennis courts next to the Beach House. Both courts have beginner and advanced racquets along with ball baskets in the huts by the courts.

Yoga and Pilates classes can be arranged at various locations on the island. It’s a great way to appreciate the island's spectacular sunsets. An extra charge may apply for this activity.

As if being on Necker wasn’t relaxing enough, the island also boasts the beautiful Bali Samudra Spa treatment rooms, combining fabulous treatments with an incredible setting. Treatments are charged additionally.

Various water sports and under water activities including kite surfing, water skiing, sailing, paddle boarding, snorkeling and scuba diving can be arranged.