Private Mount Alma hike, Tortola: 360-degree island views

Two and a half hours to the top of Mount Alma, rebuilt trail, 360-degree views

This private hiking tour in Tortola climbs Mount Alma, a 736-foot hill above Trellis Bay and Bluff Bay on Beef Island, on a bush trail that was cleared and rebuilt after Hurricane Irma destroyed it in 2017. A guide meets you on arrival and leads the hike. The route takes roughly two and a half hours and includes bottled water and snacks. Children from age five are welcome, though the hike is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike Mount Alma with panoramic views

• Meet tour guide on arrival
• Learn about local ecosystem
• Hike bush trail up Mount Alma
• Enjoy 360-degree views of islands

The experience

The trail winds uphill through bush terrain to the summit, where the views open across the British Virgin Islands. The route was rebuilt in 2020 by the operator's team after the hurricane left fallen trees and landslides blocking the original path. You'll climb with a live guide in English who explains the ecosystem as you go, and the hike includes bottled water and snacks to carry with you.

Pickup is included, so the guide meets you on arrival rather than at a trailhead you have to reach on your own. The hike itself runs about two and a half hours, which leaves the rest of your day open for other plans. The trail is steep enough to demand at least a moderate level of physical fitness, and it's occasionally used by airport technicians maintaining a navigation light at the summit, so you may encounter equipment or maintenance activity up there.

What’s included

• Bottled water and snacks.
• a live guide in English.
• pickup from your location.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 50 years) · Senior (55 to 60 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by HIKE BVI

Is this one for you?The two-and-a-half-hour commitment means you can fit this hike into a morning or afternoon and still have time for other activities, though the steep terrain and moderate fitness requirement make it a full physical effort rather than a casual walk.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How steep is the Mount Alma trail and what's the terrain like?

Mount Alma is a 736-foot climb on a bush trail that winds upward through vegetation. The route demands at least a moderate level of physical fitness. It's not a flat walk. The trail was rebuilt in 2020 after Hurricane Irma destroyed it, so it's clear of major obstacles now, though the terrain remains steep.

What will I see from the top of Mount Alma?

The summit offers 360-degree views across the British Virgin Islands, looking out over Trellis Bay and Bluff Bay on Beef Island and the surrounding islands. The views are labeled as some of the best in the territory.

What's included in the tour and what do I need to bring?

The tour includes a live guide in English, pickup from your location, bottled water, and snacks. You should wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring any personal items you need. The guide will advise on what else to prepare when you're picked up.

When was this trail last updated and is it safe to hike?

The trail was cleared and rebuilt in 2020 after Hurricane Irma destroyed it in 2017, leaving fallen trees and landslides. The route is now maintained and regularly used by hikers and airport technicians who access the navigation light at the summit.