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Why Famous
  • In Jost Van Dyke world-famous Foxy\'s bar for lunch and, if you are lucky, the musical stylings of Foxy himself.
  • Jost Van Dyke lies about 5 miles to the northwest of Tortola and 5 miles to the north of Saint John.

 

Facts Destination
  • The island\'s name comes from that of a 17th century Dutch privateer, Joost van Dyk, who used its harbours as a hideout.
  • Jost Van Dyke boasts several notable natives, including William Thornton, architect of the U.S. Capitol Building, and John C. Lettsome, founder of the British Medical Society.
  • A few hundred people live on Jost Van Dyke.

 

Area Info
  • Jost Van Dyke is the smallest of the four main islands of the British Virgin Islands.
  • Jost Van Dyke lies about 5 miles to the northwest of Tortola and 5 miles to the north of Saint John.
  • Little Jost Van Dyke lies off its eastern end.
  • It is volcanic in origin and mountainous.
  • The highest point on the island is Roach Hill at 321 meters (1054 ft).

 

Why Visit
  • The island is accessible by private boats and ferry service from Tortola and Saint Thomas.
  • Jost Van Dyke, four miles long, is truly the \"barefoot\" island known by travelers around the world for its casual lifestyle.

 

Transport
  • The only way to get to Jost Van Dyke is by sea.
  • Ferries run daily to Great Harbour, home of the largest settlement, from West End in Tortola.
  • Dolphin Water Shuttle runs daily from the US Virgin Islands (340-774-BOAT).
  • White Bay is a popular daytime anchorage and may not be comfortable and or safe overnight under some conditions.
Lifestyle
  • The British Virgin Islands operates several government schools.
  • Jost Van Dyke residents are served by Jost Van Dyke Primary School.