The Caves at Treasure Point, Norman Island

Swathed in tales of pirates bounty, Norman Isl. was made famous by Robert Louis Stevenson's 1883 novel, "Treasure Island". Said to have been the inspiration for the location of Stevenson's classic story of betrayal, mutiny and greed, the Caves hold a fascination for sailors to this day!

Such lively character's as Long John Silver, Israel Hands, Benn Gunn, Dr. Livesey, Squire John Trelawney, Captain Smollett, Billy Bones, (the old pirate who died at the inn) and of course, Long John's sea going parrot named for his old friend Billy ... aka Cap'n Flint!

Throughout the novel, Stevenson made good use of the ominous sea shanty known by all sailors of the period, "Fifteen men on the dead man's chest ...Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum! Drink and the devil had done for the rest ...Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!"

"Now, what a ship was christened, so let her stay, I says" (Long John Silver)

Maps of Norman Island, Peter Island & Cooper Island - BVI

Map of Norman Island

Home to the ever popular, William Thornton Floating Bar and Restaurant (affectionately known as the Willy -T), the Bight at Norman Island is a favorite bareboat anchorage and is often the first stop on many charter itineraries.

If you are a hiking enthusiast, there is a rather challenging trail which begins just behind Pirates Bight restaurant.

There is great snorkeling at the Caves, made famous in R.L. Stevenson's novel, Treasure Isle ... hence the name "Treasure Point". The Caves are wonderful place to explore and are accessible by dinghy from The Bight. A stone's throw away are the Indians which is a "must do" spot to dive or snorkel.

The Bight at Norman Island, BVI

One of our more popular anchorages in the British Virgin Islands, this sheltered bay at Norman Island provides an idyllic setting for your first night in the BVI.

There are many mooring balls and your choice of two restaurants! Visit the William Thornton Floating Bar & Restaurant (known as Willy T) for a raucous good time ... or stop in at Pirate's Bight for a more tame dining experience.

In the aerial photo above and on your port side when entering The Bight, you can see Kelly's Cove, just south of Water Point. (Center of this picture). This is another great anchorage which is more secluded for those of you who enjoy a little less action! There's only enough room for a few yachts, so get here early if this is your preference.

Soldier Bay is located directly behind Kelly's Cove with Benures Bay (great spot to anchor in the right conditions) situated northeast of Soldier Bay.

Geared more towards family dining than the William Thornton, Pirates offers a remarkably similar menu to Willy T. At Pirate's you'll find a nice beach a dinghy dock for our convenience.

Just a stone's throw from Norman and beside Pelican Island is a wonderful place to snorkel named "The Indians". From a distance, these four tall rock formations look somewhat like an Indian headdress! We highly recommend you set aside an hour or two to snorkel or dive here.

While you're at it, leave some time to visit the Caves at Treasure Point before anchoring at The Bight!