Frequently asked questions

The BVI’s natural beauty, warm turquoise waters and welcoming atmosphere make it a fantastic year-round destination. It is one of the least developed areas of the Caribbean.

The best time to visit the British Virgin Islands depends on your travel preferences. If you want perfect weather and world-class sailing, visit during the high season. For a mix of adventure and fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons are ideal. If you are interested in local culture and festivals, summer brings vibrant celebrations.

Necker Island is situated in the North Sound of the British Virgin Islands, in the eastern Caribbean Sea, to the east of Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.

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The closest international airport is Beef Island in Tortola (airport code EIS). You can fly to Beef Island (EIS) or Virgin Gorda (VIJ) via many parts of the Caribbean, including San Juan, Antigua and St. Thomas.

Yes! Included in your stay is a speedboat transfer from Beef Island. Necker Island guests arriving here will be met by our driver and taken to the dock, which is just a two-minute car ride away. Here, guests will board our speedboat for a 30-minute journey to the island.

Yes. If you need assistance with private jet charter arrangements, your Guest Services Coordinator would be happy to help. You can arrive in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) by private jet, subject to applicable aircraft size, airport and immigration restrictions.

For Necker Island specifically, helicopter transfers are available with Caribbean Buzz, operating between the BVI, USVI and San Juan during daylight hours only. Helicopter transfers are subject to availability, weather conditions and operational restrictions. If Necker Island books the helicopter transfer on your behalf, a 10% additional administration fee applies.

Situated in the tropics, the weather in the British Virgin Islands is hot and fairly humid throughout the year. Unless a specially-themed event has been organised for your stay or you prefer to dress up for dinner, there is no need to bring smart clothes - beachwear can be worn anywhere on the island.

When packing, please ensure you label your luggage with your name and ‘Necker Island’. This will help us make sure there is a smooth transition from the plane to your room.

Unlike temperate regions, the BVI’s do not experience the traditional four seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter, and instead the islands have two primary seasons – dry and wet – along with two transitional periods. 

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US, Canadian, UK & EU Passport holders with a 10-year passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date do not require a visa to enter the British Virgin Islands for tourist purposes, provided the stay is no longer than one month.

If you hold a passport from outside one of these regions, we strongly recommend that you check entry requirements with the nearest British Virgin Islands Consulate.

Insurance is always the guest’s responsibility. Make sure you have valid travel insurance that covers your trip.

Necker Island is open all year round. For total privacy, you can hire the island exclusively at any time of year, or, on selected dates throughout the year, book an individual room, or a few rooms in your own private Balinese House, without needing to take over the whole island. 

The British Virgin Islands (BVIs) are a tropical paradise known for stunning beaches, clear waters and vibrant marine life. Unlike temperate regions, the BVI’s do not experience the traditional four seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter, and instead the islands have two primary seasons - dry and wet – along with two transitional periods. Understanding this is key to planning the perfect luxury Caribbean holiday.

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The official check-in time is 4 pm. Just let us know in advance if you are arriving before that, and we’ll be happy to help organise or recommend a lunch location that is nearby to the airport. Check-out time  is at 12 pm on the day of your departure.

Necker Island's best available rate is through our website booking engine. You can book online here.

Absolutely. Necker Island operates on an all-inclusive basis, meaning all meals, drinks and the vast majority of activities are included in your stay, regardless of weather you hire the island exclusively or stay on an individual basis. 

Additional charges apply only to spa treatments, gift shop purchases, deep-sea fishing, jet-ski experiences and scuba diving.

Everything you need for a seamless island escape: all meals, all drinks, your speedboat transfer from Beef Island, and the vast majority of activities and facilities across the island.

A small number of experiences carry an additional charge: spa treatments, gift shop purchases, deep-sea fishing, jet-ski experiences and scuba diving. Any off-island excursions beyond the one included in your stay are also charged separately.

Yes. The vast majority of activities on the island are included in your stay, from tennis, padel and pickleball to yoga and the four infinity pools. A small number, such as scuba diving, jet-skiing and deep-sea fishing, are charged separately.

No. All drinks, including alcohol, are included in your all-inclusive stay. Bars are dotted across the island, and villas, suites and rooms have well-stocked fridges.

Yes. A speedboat transfer from Beef Island is included in your stay, taking you on a scenic 30-minute journey from the dock to the island.

There are selected dates throughout the year when you can just book an individual room, or a few rooms in your own private Balinese House and enjoy living on Necker Island without hiring the island exclusively.

You can find out more details about our individual stays here.

If you’d like the whole place to yourselves, then hiring Necker Island exclusively is the way to go, and it’s also the best way to get the dates you’re looking for.

You can find out more details here.

An individual stay lets you experience Necker Island without hiring the whole island exclusively. On select dates throughout the year, you can book a single room, or a few rooms within your own private Balinese House.

Exclusive hire gives your group the entire island to yourselves. An individual stay, available on select dates, lets you book just a room or a few rooms in a private Balinese House, so you can enjoy Necker Island without needing to take over the whole property.

Yes. On select dates, you can book an individual room on Necker Island rather than hiring the whole island.

Yes. On select dates, you can take a few rooms within your own private Balinese House without needing to book Necker Island exclusively.

Individual stay dates are limited and released throughout the year. The best way to check current availability is through our website booking engine, which also shows our best available rate.

Yes. Necker Island operates on an all-inclusive basis, so individual stays include the same all-inclusive meals, drinks and access to island activities as exclusive bookings.

Minimum lengths of stay may apply, depending on your selected dates.

You can use our website booking engine to search for your dates here.

The local currency used is the US Dollar, but you can also settle any extras, such as spa treatments, by credit card.

You can find full details about our cancellation policy on our Terms and Conditions here.

Accommodation on Necker Island includes eleven bedrooms in the Great House and ten individual Bali Houses dotted around the island. The total number of guests that can easily be accommodated on Necker Island is 56 adults and 14 children in two bunk rooms.

Guest accommodation on Necker Island boasts panoramic ocean views and tropical outlooks. While no two rooms are the same, they all offer complete privacy and a spacious terrace. Some even have their very own plunge pool.

You can find out more about each specific room and suite here.

In your room, you will find US plug sockets (UK adaptors available), a direct dial telephone, and a selection of toiletries including shampoo, conditioner & shower gel, a hairdryer, hair straighteners, bathrobes, mosquito net and ceiling fan.

You will also find a selection of sunscreens in various SPF's located around the island, as well as after-sun lotion, insect repellent and pool towels.

All bedrooms are air-conditioned.

You can take a look at the different rooms and suites here.

Yes, all rooms and suites have air conditioning.

Yes. There are four infinity pools dotted around the island, some featuring a swim-up bar and a hot tub. There is also a cold plunge by the main beach pool.

Yes, there is a a fully equipped indoor gym only a stone’s throw away from the Great House.

Yes. Our Samudra Spa treatment rooms are nestled between the Red Dock and the Beach House, where the lush tropical landscape meets a white sandy beach with views out to sea. You can find out more here.

Yes. We have two astro turf tennis courts, floodlit for evening play, with rackets and balls supplied. A professional tennis coach is also available for lessons and coaching. 

Yes. Two courts are available for padel and pickleball, alongside our two tennis courts.

All meals are included during your stay on Necker Island and are a highlight for guests.

Yes, all drinks are included during a stay on Necker Island. There are bars at the Great House, Temple House and the Beach House, as well as on Main Beach, Turtle Beach and Palm Beach. 

The team will make sure you don’t go thirsty and that you’re supplied with your favourite cocktail, with well-stocked fridges in various locations around the island.

Distinctly Caribbean flavours, fresh ideas and local ingredients. At Necker Island, chefs take a melting pot of inspiration and turn it into mouth-watering menus to suit your tastes.

You can find out more about our food and dining here.

Yes. Guests will receive a preference form to complete prior to their stay to let the Necker Island team know about food preferences, dietary requirements and allergies. Guests can also advise the team prior to placing food orders and chefs will be happy to adapt any of the dishes where possible. 

When it comes to mealtimes on Necker Island, kids can choose from a selection of tasty, well-balanced, healthy and fun meals,  Just let the team know any dietary requirements and allergies, or even just a special food or drink request, in advance, and tehy will do their best to accommodate these.

Yes. Food and drinks can be enjoyed in the comfort and privacy of your villa, suite or room at your request. At Necker Island, your Guest Services team can also arrange dining experiences tailored to your preferences throughout your stay.

Richard Branson designed Necker Island to be his family’s holiday home, and his own children spent almost all of their school holidays here since they were infants; therefore, it is no surprise that the island is child-friendly. 

The only time when Necker is best left to the grown-ups is during our adults-only Celebration Weeks when it’s time for them to enjoy themselves!

Squids staying in the bunk room at the Great House can also make use of all the toys, books and games.

You can find out more about Necker Kids here.

On Necker, there are plenty of things for Squids (what we call the little ones!) to do, most of which will keep them active all day long! From amazing treasure hunts to feeding the lemurs, as well as splashing around with inflatable toys in the Beach Pool and enjoying a pirate party on the sand.

We’re happy to arrange professional babysitting services (available at an extra charge) anytime you need. Just give us a heads-up with plenty of notice, and our friendly, experienced babysitters will take wonderful care of your little ones, making sure they’re safe, happy, and having a blast while you enjoy some well-deserved relaxation!

Cots, baby baths and other baby essentials are available on request, as is our babysitting service, which is charged at an additional cost.

There's an endless list of activities on Necker Island to keep you busy throughout your stay, from yoga and tennis to kitesurfing and sailing races.You can find out more here.

Yes. Kitesurfing is one of the many activities available to guests during their stay.

Yes. Scuba diving is available, at an additional charge to your all-inclusive stay.

Yes. Jet-ski experiences are available, at an additional charge to your all-inclusive stay.

It is hard to think of a better place to get married or celebrate a special occasion. The island can host groups of up to 200 people. It’s also an ideal spot for a romantic honeymoon. We can arrange practically anything to help mark a special occasion – fireworks, fabulous floral arrangements, a nonstop feast; you tell us what you want, and we’ll make it happen.

You can find out more about weddings & events on the island here.

Yes, Necker Island offers an unforgettable honeymoon in a private island paradise, with beautiful accommodation, exceptional service and endless opportunities to relax and explore together. From secluded beaches and romantic dining to adventures on land and sea, it’s the perfect place to celebrate your new chapter.

Yes, whether it’s an intimate gathering, a gala event for up to 200 guests or something in between, Necker Island promises unparalleled luxury, exceptional service and total privacy. Expect your guests to be welcomed like family and encouraged to treat the island as their home away from home, in true Necker style.

Our island offers an unparalleled setting for executive getaways, blending business and pleasure to inspire creativity and collaboration, all with the sand between your toes. There’s nothing corporate about Necker Island, though; here you’ll swap suits for shorts and flip charts for flip-flops. The serene and private atmosphere is perfect for team-building, brainstorming and strategic planning with spaces equipped for workshops, panel discussions and breakout sessions. Beyond the boardroom, teams can unwind and enjoy everything from watersports to wellness experiences.

You can find out more here.

Unless a specially-themed event has been organised for your stay or you prefer to dress up for dinner, there is no need to bring smart clothes - beachwear can be worn anywhere on the island.

We have a fully qualified paramedic on the island, as well as medically trained staff and a specialist medical provider readily available 24/7 throughout your stay. The nearest doctor and hospital are 60 minutes away, and emergency evacuation is possible by helicopter, subject to weather conditions (medical charges will apply).

We recommend you purchase travel insurance which includes appropriate medical coverage.

A 2.5% service charge is added to your rate and shared amongst the team on island. If you wish to specially recognise any or all team members, additional tips are entirely at your discretion. Please speak to the team if you have any queries.

You will find a selection of sunscreens in various SPF's located around the island and in your accommodation. 

The British Virgin Islands are malaria free however as mosquitoes are present we provide plenty of insect repellent, bite relief creams and sprays. To ensure a comfortable night’s sleep all beds are equipped with mosquito nets.