Check out this video of an interview with the Sandra Grisham, COO of the Bitter End Yacht Club, discussing scuba diving excursions provided by Kilbrides Sunchaser Scuba.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to breathe underwater? To truly submerge yourself in another world, where you’re surrounded by the beauty of the reef and the marine life that inhabit it? Have you ever imagined the thrill of exploring a ship wreck or under-water cave? Then you should try deep sea diving!
Why Scuba Dive
Everyone has a different reason for scuba diving, but most would agree that it’s for the sheer enjoyment of experiencing the underwater world, a world so far removed from ours that it will truly amaze you. Whether you want to relax while photographing brightly colored tropical fish, explore the wonders of an under-water cave or ship wreck, or be thrilled by the power and grace of a school of sharks, scuba diving has it all!
Scuba Diving at Bitter End
To celebrate the beauty of the British Virgin Islands’ reefs and wrecks, Bitter End has teamed up with on-site dive shop Kilbrides Sunchaser Scuba to offer guests unlimited access to the serious fun that can be had under water.
Kilbrides Sunchaser Scuba has been in business in the North Sound for over 30 years and was founded by the famous Bert Kilbride, who opened the first dive operation on Virgin Gorda in 1961. Experience, attention to detail, superb boats, and excellent services, is what sets them apart as one of the best in the BVI. At Bitter End you will be guided, by Kilbrides Sunchaser Scuba, to spectacular offshore sites in one of the most pristine diving destinations in the world. The British Virgin Islands are regularly included, by Rodale’s Scuba Diving magazine and guides, as one of the top 3 destinations in the world for underwater photography, wreck diving and the top place in the world to learn to dive! Come find out why!
Non-certified Divers
The PADI Resort Course for beginners, offered at Bitter End by the world-famed Kilbrides Dive Team, is a four hour introductory course that includes a reef dive. During the morning session instructors will teach you the very basics of SCUBA diving, allowing you to go out on a one-tank afternoon dive to a maximum depth of 40′. On successful completion of this course you will NOT be certified but are allowed to join any afternoon trip, and the majority of the two-tank morning trips (excluding dives beyond the 40′ depth limitation) for the remainder of your stay.
Diving Packages for Certified Divers:
These diving-focused packages with special rates offer the opportunity for certified divers to experience fantastic diving in the BVI plus the amenities and services of one of the best resorts in the Caribbean. Take off each morning to explore the underwater wonders of the British Virgin Islands with experienced guides, and return to enjoy afternoons and evenings at Bitter End Yacht Club, relaxing in the hammock on your Villa’s veranda, or taking up a new sport on North Sound.
Divers Dream Package
(The ultimate scuba diving vacation package!)
A Seven Night Divers’ Dream Package for Two Certified Divers Includes:
• Seven nights’ accommodation in a Beachfront Villa or North Sound Suite
• Breakfast Daily
• Five Two-tank dive packages (10 dives total, including all equipment) per person
• Use of the fresh water pool
• Use of the Club fleet of boats, dinghies and windsurfing equipment
• Walking and Hiking Trails
• The Monday Night Guest Cocktail Party
Seasonal Pricing for a 7 Night Divers’ Package for Two:
October 17- December 19, 2011
- Premium Beachfront Villa: $3645.00
- Beachfront Villa: $3295.00
- North Sound Suite: $2945.00
- Garden Villa: $2595.00
*Packages for stays of five nights and for solo travelers are also available, and you can extend your stay if you wish.
*This special package is subject to availability and cannot be combined with any other packages or special offers.
Diving Adventure Package:
- For Certified Divers: 3 Two-tank dives guided by the professionals.
- For Non Certified Divers: PADI Resort Course, plus 2 one-tank dives guided by the professionals
All equipment is furnished. Certified divers must bring their C-Card.
Special pricing: $280 per person when added to your Admiral’s Package
*Not available August 15 – October 1 and December 16 – January 15.
*This package must be booked and paid in advance and is non-refundable.
In addition to the Adventure Packages, Kilbrides offers other diving options (certification) and enhancements (underwater videography of your dive).
Schedule of Daily Excursions:
Trips on fully equipped dive boats leave early each morning, and include two tank dives:
Monday: The Dog Islands – 20 beautiful dive sites to choose from
Tuesday: Ginger Island – best coral dives in the BVI
Wednesday: Wreck of the Rhone – world famous wreck – a must!
Thursday: Wreck of the Captains Choice – exhilarating wrecks
Friday: The Dog Islands
Saturday: Wreck of the Rhone
Sunday: The Dog Islands
(subject to change)
*Guided night dives are offered by appointment.