PRIVATE ISLAND KITESURFING RETREAT
Take the whole island and experience the ultimate private hideaway by hiring Necker Island exclusively. You’ll enjoy exclusive access to the island’s beautiful Balinese villas, with space to sleep up to 48 adults and six children.
Crystal-clear waters with spectacular coral reefs and palm-fringed white sandy beaches await your arrival at Necker Island. Located in the British Virgin Islands, it’s one of the most luxurious private islands in the world and home to Sir Richard Branson. There’s an incredible amount to see and do both on and off the island when you aren’t kitesurfing. Explore the hiking trails by foot, take to the waters on a paddleboard, relax in the hands of our spa therapists, make friends with the local wildlife, or discover the tranquil beaches.
Trip Type
- Bucket List
- Family
- Romantic
Activities
- Beach
- Hiking
- Kitesurfing
- Tennis
- Wellness
Property Details
Welcome to Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island paradise in the British Virgin Islands, a stunning and unspoiled area of the Caribbean. At 74 acres, Necker Island sits in turquoise waters surrounded by coral reefs, fringed with beautiful white sandy beaches and is home to the most spectacular wildlife.
DAY 1
EXPLORE
Corn snow, the result of melt-freeze cycles, is ideal for Alaska heli skiing and boarding—and it holds up well in our margaritas. Pebble-size kernels of softening ice have a soft carve-able surface and our guides are experienced harvesters who know how to predict the best timing for the best locations. Count on corn runs during the morning hours, or at the end of the day, after the cooling has refrozen the round crystals. One Kings and Corn highlight is experiencing a carve-able surface for t-shirt skiing in 75 degrees.
Day 2
KiteSURF
If you fancy giving it a try, the Island has the ideal set up for beginners – the first stage is simply mastering to fly a kite, after which the instructors will help you move to the water to put your skills into practice. They also offer advanced tuition for anyone already riding.
DAY 3
RESTORE
Find your inner zen with a yoga class or strengthen your core with a fitness coach, at various locations on the island. It’s a great way to appreciate the island’s spectacular sunsets.
Then take your pick from four infinity pools dotted around the island. A couple even feature a swim-up bar and hot tub. For those brave enough to try it, there’s also a cold plunge by the main beach pool.
DAY 4
TENNIS
On the island are two beautiful astroturf tennis courts. Surrounded by lush greenery and situated just meters from the ocean, guests can enjoy a Caribbean breeze while showing off their serves, volleys and groundstrokes. The island has also benefitted from the recent addition of two new courts for the latest craze in paddle sports: padel and pickleball.
Racquets and balls are supplied for all three sports, and all courts are floodlit, enabling guests to play at their leisure. Competitions can be arranged on request for all levels, either in the morning or afternoon.
DAY 5
OFF ISLAND
Explore beyond Necker Island and join us for an unforgettable half day excursion in the British Virgin Islands. Please note that one off-island excursion, excluding the trip to Anegada Island, is included in every stay.
ABOUT NECKER ISLAND
Necker Island is spread over 74 acres with a 3-mile perimeter and there are a number of trails crossing the island. You can also walk all the way around, something Richard does on a regular basis. From the Great House, it’s a leisurely 6-7 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 10-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.
IncluSIONS
- Food and drink: Every element of your stay is tailored to you, and that includes your dining experiences. Our chefs create mouthwatering menus, using fresh and local ingredients wherever possible, while adding a touch of the Caribbean to your plate. The famous floating sushi bar is also not to be missed!
- Big choice for little Squids: We have a dedicated lunch and dinner menu for Squids (what we call the kids!). Choose from a selection of tasty, well balanced, healthy and fun meals designed to keep both parents and Squids happy!
- Island dining: Distinctly Caribbean flavours, fresh ideas and local ingredients.
- What’s on the menu? From relaxed lunches on Turtle Beach to romantic dinners on the Great House roof terrace, you’ll be wowed by the locations as well as the food. And make sure you don’t miss out on Necker’s famous floating sushi bar in the beach pool!
- Families and groups: Designed Necker Island to be his family’s home, so it’s no surprise that the island is a paradise for children. From treasure hunts to feeding the lemurs, on Necker there are plenty of things for children to do, most of which will keep them active all day long!
- Spa treatments
- Samudra Spa: Our Samudra Spa treatment rooms are nestled between Red Dock and the Beach House, where the lush tropical landscape meets a white sandy beach with views out to sea.
- Sodashi skincare: Sodashi is a pioneer of clean beauty. They aim to change the world one jar at a time, through hand crafted skincare products that are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.
A few years ago we rented this island facility for a gathering of group of my business associates. what a fabulous experience!!!!
Elliot W
Wonderful spot to spend your vacation. Enjoy endless watersports from wakeboarding to hydrofoiling. Party on land while playing pickleball, basketball, and tennis.
Aidan L
This is definitely a birthplace of how to make change to live as humans without killing the planet and the other species who live here. Very special place if you ever get the chance!!
Evan K