Cooper Island (British Virgin Islands) facts for kids
- For the Island in South Georgia, see Cooper Island.
- For the islet in the US Minor Outlying Islands, see Palmyra Atoll.
Cooper Island seen from Tortola
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 Cooper Island
Location in British Virgin Islands
Cooper Island
Location in Caribbean
The location of Cooper Island within the British Virgin Islands
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Caribbean Sea |
| Coordinates | 18°23′09″N 64°30′42″W / 18.3859°N 64.5118°W |
| Archipelago | Virgin Islands |
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| British Overseas Territory | British Virgin Islands |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 26 (2010) |
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| ISO code | VG |
Cooper Island is a small, beautiful island in the British Virgin Islands. It is located in the sunny Caribbean Sea. This island was once called Bergen Island. That was when it was managed by Sweden-Norway until 1905.
Today, Cooper Island is a popular spot for visitors. It has a lovely beach club resort. There are also a few private homes on the island.
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Discover Cooper Island!
Cooper Island is a fantastic place to visit. It is known for its clear waters and relaxing atmosphere. Many people come here to enjoy the sun and sea.
The Cooper Island Beach Club
The Cooper Island Beach Club is a special place on the island. It has 12 hotel rooms for guests. You can also find a restaurant there. There is a fun rum bar and a coffee shop too.
The club even has a brewery that uses solar power! You can also buy souvenirs at the gift shop. All these places are open to hotel guests. Day visitors and people on yachts can also enjoy them.
A Great Stop for Boats
Manchioneel Bay is a popular spot near the island. It has 30 mooring balls. These are special anchors for boats up to 60 feet long. This makes it easy for yachts to stop and explore.
Cooper Island is a favorite stop for many types of boats. Yachts often visit this peaceful island. Group tours also stop here. They are often on their way to The Baths on Virgin Gorda. Day boat charters from nearby islands like Tortola, St. Thomas, and St. John also come to Cooper Island.
See Under the Sea!
Have you ever wanted to see what's happening underwater? View Into The Blue is a company that has an underwater camera at Cooper Island. This camera shows a live video stream. You can watch it online from anywhere. You can also see it in the lobby of the Cooper Island Beach Club. It's like having your own window to the ocean!
Exploring Under the Waves
Cooper Island is very close to a famous area called "wreck alley." This is a popular spot for wreck diving. Many old ships have been purposely sunk here. They create amazing places for divers to explore.
If you are a certified scuba diver, you can rent air tanks. There is a local dive store near the beach club. It's a great way to see the underwater world and the sunken ships.
