Modern Naturally Sheltered Marina
A modern and naturally sheltered marina with berths for 320 yachts with two fuel docks; pump out station; 120/220V electricity; luxury shower facilities and restrooms; water and ice from Nanny Cay’s own R/O plant; garbage disposal; 100% site-wide backup power.
Marina Reservation
Reservations can be made with the Marina office, subject to availability, by VHF Channel 16, phone, fax, email and regular mail.
(284) 394 2512
All boats must register and submit arrival notification with www.sailclear.com
All charter vessels that are not based permanently in the BVI and do not have a Trade / Business License to operate need to apply here. https://bvi.gov.vg/media-centre/foreign-based-charter-companies-require-authorisation
Please note the two entrances to Nanny Cay, and the yellow hazard buoys we are using to mark reef between the two channels, and give some visual separation between the two channels.
Please call the Marina Dockmaster on VHF 16/68 just prior to your arrival so we can have staff ready to take your lines and assist with your arrival. The marina office is open from 8am to 6.30pm, 365 days a year.
Outer Marina & Inner Marina
Nanny Cay has berths for 320 yachts, 120 in the Outer Marina, and 200 in the Inner Marina. We can accommodate up to eight megayachts: four 140-foot and two 120-foot megayachts in the inner marina; and two up to 100-feet in the outer marina.
Fuel is available in both marinas, water and ice is served in the inner marina.
Useful Information
Pets & Animals
All animals entering the territory must be declared at customs. All pets must have current health certificates and vaccinations, especially with respect to rabies. Contact the Chief Agricultural Officer (284-494-3701 ext 6123) for details of clearance regulations before entering BVI waters with a pet. For further advice, contact the BVI Humane Society at 284-494-2284.
Dock Trolleys
These are available from the marina office. There is no charge for the use of dock trolleys. Trolleys which are not returned will be billed in full to the boat to which they are registered.
Showers and Restrooms
One block is near the boatyard for those of you up to your arms in engine oil! Our main shower area and restrooms are located behind the Hotel foyer. Restrooms are also located near the Beach Bar and Genaker Cafe.
Marina Rules and Regulations
A full set of marina rules and regulations is contained in the Berthing Agreement or can be downloaded here. The following is a summary of some specific rules:
- The speed limit in the marina is five knots. This applies to all vessels including dinghies.
- No use of heads is allowed in the marina.
- Halyards should be tied off to prevent slapping at night.
- No swimming is allowed in the marina.
- Generators should not be run in the marina after 7pm.
- Barbeques are not permitted to be used onboard yachts or in the dock area.
Marina News
Addressing The Sargassum Scourge
As we begrudgingly accept the fact that sargassum weed is now a long-term aspect of marina management in the Caribbean, we are investigating solutions to most effectively minimise its impact. The sargassum enters through our flushing channels, but blocking these channels that serve the inner and outer marinas is not an option. Not only will…
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Nanny Cay Partners With RDA For Pilot Programme
Nanny Cay has partnered with the Recovery & Development Agency (RDA) on a pilot programme for the proper recovery and removal of the remaining 200 derelict and abandoned boats throughout the BVI left after Irma.
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February Update: Phase I Inner Marina completed; first renovated hotel rooms completed
Four docks completed in inner marina, first refurbished hotel rooms available for booking, work on additional reconstruction and improvements continue apace.
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International Competitors Prepping For BVI Spring Regatta
With under eight weeks to go before the BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival, 60+ boat crews have their flights booked and are well on their way to the sunny BVI.
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BVI Now Using SailClear As Pre-Arrival Portal
For vaccinated crews, the BVI Customs Department is now using www.sailclear.com as its pre-arrival registration portal. Captains planning to visit the British Virgin Islands should register at the site and complete the required arrival notification. In addition to boat and crew details, vaccination cards, negative Covid test result certificates, and medical insurance will need to be uploaded. Everyone onboard over 5 years old is required to take the antigen rapid test on arrival.
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Dry Sail Programme For 2021/2022 Winter Season
Nanny Cay has introduced a cost-saving Dry sail Programme for the Winter 2021/2022 season November 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022. For a minimum stay of five months, storage in the boatyard includes five free haul and launches and discounted marina rates once afloat. Boatyard storage for a 49-foot yacht including five haul and launches…
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