Necker Island

Welcome to Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson's private island paradise in the British Virgin Islands, a stunning and unspoilt area of the Caribbean. At 74 acres, Necker sits in turquoise waters surrounded by coral reefs and fringed with beautiful white sandy beaches. The island can be hired exclusively for groups of up to 40 people, or if you are not looking to hire it exclusively you can still enjoy the Necker experience by taking a room as a couple, individual or family for a seven-night stay during selected weeks throughout the year - these are called 'Celebration Weeks'.

Accommodation on Necker Island includes 11 bedrooms in the Great House and nine individual Bali Houses dotted around the island. There is also a bunk room in the Great House that sleeps up to six children. The total number of guests that can easily be accommodated on Necker Island is 40, plus six children in the bunkroom.

The spacious alfresco style Great House boasts amazing panoramic views of the Caribbean, the Atlantic and neighbouring islands. Almost all of the guest rooms in the Great House have a balcony, and all come with king beds, most of which can be twinned, and en-suite bathrooms. On the upper level you'll find the master suite, complete with a private outdoor hot tub and outdoor bath. All rooms in the Great House are fully air-conditioned.

The six beautiful private Bali Houses are built in authentic Balinese style and each can accommodate a couple. Bali Lo, Bali Buah and Bali Kukila are built in the middle of the island and boast wonderful views with a large private pool. Bali Kukila takes its name from the Indonesian word for bird and Bali Buah is the Indonesian word for fruit. Bali Hi, Bali Cliff and Bali Beach are built on a cliff in order to maximize views, sea breezes and the sounds of the sea. They are nestled together and each one has a private plunge pool.

The Temple House is situated right in the middle of the island with panoramic views, Temple Master Suite and Temple Sunrise are built in the same Balinese style you'll find elsewhere on the island.

Necker Island is spread over 74-acres with a three mile perimeter and there are a number of trails crossing the island. You can also walk all the way round, something Richard does on a regular basis. From the Great House, it’s a leisurely six to seven minute walk to main beach where most of the activities are based and where you'll find the Beach House and Crocodile Pavilion. It's roughly the same distance to the Bali Hi complex and it's a little bit further to the Bali Lo complex - allow for a ten minute walk. If you're in a hurry or it's just too hot our team will be happy to give you a lift to your destination.

The closest international airport is on Tortola (Beef Island - airport code EIS) which is a 35-minute flight from San Juan and a one-hour flight from Antigua. It is possible to fly to the British Virgin Islands via many parts of the Caribbean, with the most popular routes being via San Juan, Antigua and St Thomas. By private launch Necker Island is approximately 30-minutes from Tortola and ten-minutes from Virgin Gorda where there is another smaller airport. It is also possible to reach Necker Island by helicopter from Tortola, Virgin Gorda and St Thomas, arrival and departure launch transfers to the island are included in the rates.

The Island

The Great House is the place where people come together, and has a wraparound outdoor terrace with hammocks and sofas. There is also a fully-stocked bar where our team can make you your favourite cocktails, or you can just help yourself! Up on the roof you’ll find a cosy four-person hot tub - perfect for sipping champagne as you watch the sunset.

The Beach House is located in the main beach area, here guests have access to two floodlit tennis courts and a viewing deck. The Beach House has a large communal area on the ground floor, with an impressive bar, lots of seating, space for game tables, and a huge sofa that is 26 feet long - that’s eight-metres! The upper floor is designed for communal dining, with a large table and some great views out onto the tennis courts on one side and out to sea on the other.

The Pool Pavilion has one of the most stunning pools around! There is a swim-up bar off the freeform infinity pool complete with rocks in the pool where guests can sit and enjoy a drink plus a huge hot tub right on the beach with space for more than 30 people! Within the pool complex is our thatched Crocodile Pavilion, complete with a large solid teak crocodile table where guests can be served fresh food from the Pavilion’s gourmet kitchen.

Activities and Excursions

Richard Branson has always been a big tennis fan so it’s no surprise we have two floodlit AstroTurf tennis courts next to the Beach House. Both courts have beginner and advanced racquets along with ball baskets in the huts by the courts.

Yoga and Pilates classes can be arranged at various locations on the island. It’s a great way to appreciate the island's spectacular sunsets. An extra charge may apply for this activity.

As if being on Necker wasn’t relaxing enough, the island also boasts the beautiful Bali Samudra Spa treatment rooms, combining fabulous treatments with an incredible setting. Treatments are charged additionally.

Various water sports and under water activities including kite surfing, water skiing, sailing, paddle boarding, snorkeling and scuba diving can be arranged.