About This Spot
Sandy Spit, Virgin Islands (British) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Virgin Islands (British).
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from January to December, Sandy Spit, Virgin Islands (British) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Pretty much works in any wind direction, but can be a bit of turbulence coming off of Jost Van Dyke when wind is from the West or off of Tortola when wind is from the South/Southeast.
When to Go
Hot all year round.
What to Expect
Stunning blue water, mostly sand, but some rocks and coral on the eastern side. You can get good wave curling around the southern tip of the island and on the windward shore.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · ENE · E · ESE · SSW · SW · WSW · NNW
Best wind direction
Pretty much works in any wind direction, but can be a bit of turbulence coming off of Jost Van Dyke when wind is from the West or off of Tortola when wind is from the South/Southeast.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Stunning blue water, mostly sand, but some rocks and coral on the eastern side. You can get good wave curling around the southern tip of the island and on the windward shore.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Only reachable by boat. East of Jost van Dyke, and south of Green Cay.
Location
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