Snorkel· Anegada· Virgin Islands (BVI, USVI and Spanish Virgins)

Flash of Beauty

18° 44.4′ N · 64° 18.3′ W · approximate

The reef at the eastern end of Loblolly Bay, reachable from the beach and rated by several charter writers as the best snorkel on Anegada, with clear water, live coral, colourful fish and sea turtles.

Practical

Position is approximate: placed just offshore of the Flash of Beauty restaurant (BVI Tourism 18.73857, -64.30602) on the inner reef. Shore entry from the beach; suitable for beginners and experienced snorkellers on calm days. Watch for current along the reef and stay well inside the breaking barrier reef. By land only from the anchorage (taxi or rental). Lunch at the Flash of Beauty restaurant on the beach.

Best for

Beach-entry reef snorkel at the east end of Loblolly