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• Great Tour

  Mark H,2026年2月18日

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Karl gave us a wonderful tour of the island. We went to an art gallery of a local native with pictures depicted how the country has changed over the at the years and his herbal garden. We also visited his pottery studio and he gave us a presentation. Last we were giving a driving tour of Road Town, stop for sovereigns and a couple nice scenic views for Also as time alotted being ahead of schedule, we made an additional pitstop at the grocery store as we needed some items for the resort we were staying. Recommend his tour

• A Treasured & Memorable Day

  Brenda S,2026年2月14日

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We had an amazing island tour with Karl on the way to an artist’s gallery, Reuben & Olive Vanderpool’s Jenesis Studios & Tropical Fruit & Herb Garden— what a treat! Rueben was so very kind and generous with some of his growing up stories, we also had a taste of a Custard Apple. Then we drove to Karl’s Pottery Studio, where it took me back to High School throwing a pot on a potters wheel with Karl’s guidance. While I didn’t choose to save and ship mine home, I chose instead to purchase a keepsake from his gallery which was close to shopping & cruise port. Well done Karl & Rueben, we so enjoyed our time with you both! Also shout out to Karl’s beautiful and gracious Mother we met in the Gallery!

  

  

• Unique and informative art and culture tour

  blackbird1628,2026年1月9日

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Karl was an excellent tour guide. He drove us around the island showing us historic areas and breathtaking views. We toured a local artist’s studio and learned a lot about the culture of the island through his artwork. Additionally, we saw many varieties of plants and learned about the medicinal properties of each. We enjoyed smelling and tasting samples of the plants. Then Karl showed us his art studio and demonstrated his amazing skills on the potter’s wheel.

• City tour and pottery making

  458jonathann,2025年11月9日

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  November 9, 2025 we did an excursion with him. He drove us around town site seeing and pointing out lots of historical sites and buildings. then we made pottery up at his pottery gallery/garden very beautiful property, he is very friendly host very patient and helps you make your pottery by giving you advice if needed. We had two very friendly puppy dogs on site. Highly recommend doing an excursion with him. then he showed us wild flamingos on the way back to the cruise ship. We also stopped at his store in town. no pressure to buy, just to show us things. Highly highly highly recommend using him. His van was very clean cold AC. and he’s also a very good driver up and down through the mountains. He will glaze and ship your masterpiece back to you for a small fee

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

• A "must do" tour in Tortola

  DavidMHaverhill MA,2025年4月12日

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We stopped in Tortola on a cruise and wanted to do something other than going to a beach or following the crowd. This tour was OUTSTANDING!!!! Karl is a very personable young man. As we drove around the island he told us of its history. We stopped at Jenesis Studios, met the Vanterpools and toured their garden. Then we stopped at Karl's Pottery Garden and he had me sitting at the potter's wheel making a vase. Lunch at a beachside restaurant, then tour the island on the way back to the ship. If you are looking for a different, fun and memorable experience in Tortola, this is it!!

• Great experience! Karl...

  Andrew S,2025年4月10日

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Great experience! Karl was a great tour guide explaining the history of Tortola and demonstrating pottery making at his studio. Highly recommend!

• Lovely Tortola insights

  Paul M,2025年3月22日

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Karl is a conscientious tour guide -he shared lots of information about Road Town and our visit at the museum and gardens ( with their gracious owners) provided a glimpse into the virgin island culture of the 50s and 60s. The pottery studio time is special -Karl provided a clear explanation and demonstration of differences in earthenware, stoneware and porcelain and then demonstrations on the wheel about how to shape clay. A highlight was the chance to shape a pot for future glazing and shipping to our home. I would highly recommend you consider this tour option -we learned a lot and enjoyed his hospitality and pride in his craft and the islands.

• Loved this tour!

  tamisC7569VK,2025年1月22日

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We did the art and culture tour when we were in Tortola on a cruise ship stop. Karl was a great guide - loved the art work and garden at the Vanderpool’s studio and home. We enjoyed visiting his studio and learning how to use the pottery wheel — we are having our creations sent to us once they are painted and fired - can’t wait for the finished products to arrive— if you have a stop or are staying in Tortola I highly recommend this tour!!

• Great Tour!

  Joel H,2025年1月22日

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Taking this as a private tour enhanced the experience. Karl combined a tour of the island with a terrific pottery experience.

• Great culture and art tour of Tortola

  Carl N,2024年12月4日

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  If you get tired of just going to beaches, this tour is perfect. Karl was a spectacular driver and tour guide. He is highly knowledgeable about the history and culture of this region and gave us a real sense of how people live here. We visited a museum-garden where we saw art and objects which depict how life was during the plantation age and immediately after. We also saw a curated garden which exhibited various plants and their practical uses. Also we had a chance to see spectacular vistas of the island and then visited Karl’s pottery workshop. He is a master pottery artist. All in all it was a great experience and I would. Highly recommend it.

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