Bubbly Pool: Jost Van Dyke's Natural Jacuzzi
Experience nature's jacuzzi at Bubbly Pool, a hidden gem on Jost Van Dyke offering a unique and exhilarating aquatic adventure.
Bubbly Pool is a unique tidal pool on Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands, that transforms into a natural jacuzzi when the tide is right. Waves crash through a narrow gap in the rocks, creating a frothy, bubbling effect, offering a fun and relaxing experience.
A brief summary to Bubbly Pool
- F739+JV5, Belle Vue, VG
Local tips
- Check the tide charts before you go; high tide provides the bubbliest experience, but be mindful of potentially strong waves.
- Wear water shoes to protect your feet from the rocks.
- Bring sunscreen and water, as there are limited facilities.
- Visit early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds.
- Be cautious around the Manchineel tree on the trail; it's poisonous.
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Getting There
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Walking
From Foxy's Taboo, a family-owned bar and restaurant, follow the well-trodden path. The path will lead you to the base of a small hill, where there are ropes to guide you up the slope. At the top, follow the trail to the left, past a sea of cactuses, toward the Bubbly Pool. The walk is roughly one mile and takes about 10-15 minutes. There is no cost for accessing the trail or the Bubbly Pool.
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Ferry
To reach Bubbly Pool, you can take a ferry from Tortola or St. Thomas to Jost Van Dyke. From West End, Tortola, ferries run daily to Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke. From Great Harbour, you can take a taxi to Foxy's Taboo. The taxi ride is approximately 4.3 miles and costs around $26 for two people. Alternatively, you can take a water taxi from White Bay to Foxy's Taboo. Once at Foxy's Taboo, follow the walking directions to Bubbly Pool. Ferry fares vary depending on the origin and ferry company. A one-way ferry from West End, Tortola, to Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke, costs approximately $30.
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