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You can delight in the fascinating tales, vivid aquatic life below your feet, and world-class coastlines that surround The Bight on Norman Island. This island is reputed to be the ideas for Robert Louis Stevenson's pirate story, Treasure Island.
History
Situated astride the Sir Francis Drake Channel in the heart of the BVI, Norman Island's swashbuckling pirate background gives numerous tales. Report has it that Owen Lloyd's team hid several of their booty there after assaulting a British merchant ship in 1737, and locals can still see abnormal anxieties on the island where they think the hidden treasure exists.
Undoubtedly, the legacy of piracy casts an apparent spell over this beautiful heaven, luring intrepid travelers to its remote coves and magical caves. Whether you're a fan of swashbuckling stories of Blackbeard and Captain Kidd, or merely admire the BVI's natural beauty from a boat in the calm waters of Privateer Bay, Norman Island will leave you with a smile on your face.
Snorkelling
The crystalline waters around Norman Island are home to a varied kaleidoscope of aquatic life. Amongst the leading sites to snorkel on your Norman Island cruise are The Indians, where pointed rock formations rise from the water and teem with a flurry of color.
Three water-level caves at the base of cliffs on the western side of Norman Island are a favorite destination for snorkelers. Their crystal-clear waters teem with aquatic life, and reports recommend the caverns may have functioned as motivation for Robert Louis Stevenson's well-known novel, Treasure Island.
While the island's piratical background is intriguing, several site visitors are attracted to Norman Island for its appeal and tranquil appeal. Whether you're a history buff or just a daydreamer, Norman Island is the suitable Caribbean getaway.
Scuba Diving
For some of the best snorkelling and diving in the British Virgin Islands, head to The Bight at Norman Island. Below the rough peaks jut out of the water making it the ideal spot for detecting fish and corals. The ever before prominent caves at the site, which was reputed to be a hiding place for pirate prize, are likewise worth checking out.
Other dive websites consist of Santa Monica Rock which spirals out of the sea and is a wonderful photo opportunity, Brownish Pants which obtains its name from the sharks that in some cases swim around below (look for seen drums, angelfish, goatfish and squirrelfish) and Mountain Factor which supplies canyons and ridges in addition to gorgonians.
If you intend to find out how to scuba dive on Norman Island, sign up for a training course. You'll learn just how to prepare and use your scuba diving equipment, friend dive, how to react in the event of breathing gas supply disruption and standard first aid.
Beaches
Norman Island, a tiny island recognized for its fascinating legends of pirate treasure and rover adventures, offers a Caribbean paradise full of breathtaking coastlines, dynamic snorkeling, and enchanting appeal. This island in the Sir Francis Drake Channel is a crescent of white-sand coastline enclosing a peaceful shallows, and it is a top location for sailors seeking a tranquil anchorage in The Bight.
Though Norman Island presently doesn't have any kind of permanent locals (with the exception of a couple of wild goats), there is a restaurant on the island where sailors can moor and jump onto land for excellent food and fun. In front of the dining establishment is a beautiful beach ideal for sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing.
Snorkeling fans can check out a triad of caverns on the western side of the island, and The Indians is a preferred day pick up its beautiful coral reefs that showcase a rainbow of dynamic sea life. It is additionally feasible to island hop in between Norman Island and Jost Van Dyke, a Gilligan-esque islet well-known for its gin-fueled event yacht charter scene.
