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Round Rock: A Diver's Paradise

Discover Round Rock, BVI: An uninhabited island offering world-class diving, vibrant marine life, and challenging underwater adventures for experienced divers.

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Round Rock is a small, uninhabited island in the British Virgin Islands, south of Virgin Gorda. Known for its clear waters and underwater rock formations, it's a prime destination for experienced divers seeking diverse marine life and challenging drift dives.

A brief summary to Round Rock, British Virgin Islands

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Local tips

  • Round Rock is best suited for experienced divers due to strong currents and challenging conditions.
  • Check weather conditions before planning a dive, as the east side is exposed to trade winds.
  • Bring your own diving gear, as there are no rental facilities on the island.
  • Combine your visit with trips to nearby islands like Fallen Jerusalem and Ginger Island.
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Getting There

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    The most common way to reach Round Rock is by boat from nearby islands like Virgin Gorda or Tortola. Several ferry services and water taxis operate in the British Virgin Islands. From Virgin Gorda, water taxis can be hired from Spanish Town or Gun Creek. A water taxi from Gun Creek to Round Rock will cost around $80-$120. Negotiate the price before departure.

  • Ferry and Water Taxi

    From Tortola, take a ferry to Virgin Gorda (Spanish Town). Several ferry companies operate daily services. Check the schedules for Native Son Ferry, Road Town Fast Ferry, or Speedy's. The ferry from Road Town to Virgin Gorda costs approximately $30-$40. Upon arrival in Spanish Town, hire a water taxi to Round Rock. The water taxi ride is approximately 15-20 minutes and can cost between $80-$120.

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Round Rock, a small, uninhabited island in the British Virgin Islands, sits south of Virgin Gorda and west of Ginger Island. This rocky outcrop is more than just a navigational point; it's a haven for experienced divers seeking an underwater adventure. The island's appeal lies in its excellent diving opportunities. Divers can explore underwater rock formations teeming with diverse marine life. The clear waters surrounding Round Rock provide exceptional visibility, making it an ideal spot to observe schools of fish and vibrant coral reefs. Experienced divers can brave the Round Drift, a deep drift dive on the east side of the island, abundant with various types of fish. Grovel and Fly, another drift dive to the north, offers a challenging experience with strong currents and swells. Sailors also use Round Rock Passage as a navigational point to and from the Sir Francis Drake Channel. While Round Rock itself offers limited amenities, its proximity to other islands allows visitors to explore nearby destinations such as Fallen Jerusalem, Ginger Island and Devil's Bay.

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