Sol
Small-island transport with big-hearted local know-how
Why Go
On an island where there's no Uber, no rideshare app, and no shortage of tucked-away beach shacks, having a driver who knows every pothole, shortcut, and sunset viewpoint is the difference between a good trip and a great one. Sol is the kind of Anguillian transport operator that turns a simple pickup into the first friendly face of your holiday.
The Experience
Booking a ride with Sol feels less like calling a cab and more like getting a warm handoff from someone who's genuinely glad you made it to the island. Whether it's an airport transfer from Clayton J. Lloyd, a ferry pickup at Blowing Point, or a run across island for a lunch reservation, expect a clean, air-conditioned vehicle, a driver who greets you by name, and unhurried conversation about where you're staying and what you're hoping to see. Anguilla is only 16 miles long, so most trips are 20 to 40 minutes, but Sol's drivers use that window to sketch out the island for you — pointing out the turnoff to Rendezvous Bay, the best bakery for johnnycakes, and which beach bar has live music that night. It's transport doubling as an unofficial orientation.
What to Try
The airport or ferry transfer is the obvious entry point, but the real value shows up when you book Sol for a half-day island loop. A typical circuit weaves from the Valley through Sandy Ground for a rum punch, up to Shoal Bay East for the water, across to Little Bay for the viewpoint, and back via Meads Bay for dinner. Ask about evening pickups for restaurant hopping too — Anguilla's dinner scene is spread across the island and having a designated driver waiting is the closest thing to luxury this island offers.
Insider Tip
Anguilla taxi rates are set by the Anguilla Taxi Association and posted publicly, so there's no haggling — but tipping 10 to 15 percent is expected and remembered. Save Sol's number in your phone the moment you land and text (don't call) to book: drivers are often mid-trip and a text lets them slot you in cleanly. If you're staying anywhere near Shoal Bay or the Fountain area, arrange your first pickup before your flight lands — taxi queues at the airport thin out fast after each arrival.
The Practical Stuff
Based in Anguilla and serving the full island — airport transfers from Clayton J. Lloyd International (AXA), ferry meets at Blowing Point, hotel and villa pickups, and hourly hire for island tours or dinner runs. Rates follow the published Anguilla Taxi Association tariff (typically US$22–$35 for standard cross-island fares, higher for luggage or after-hours). Cash (USD or XCD) preferred; confirm card acceptance when booking. Reserve ahead by phone or text — there is no ride-hailing app on Anguilla, so advance arrangement is the norm rather than the exception.
Pair It With
- 20 Knots — A convenient hotel base near the transport zone — easy to schedule your first Sol pickup straight from check-in.
- 4 Bedroom Condo - Fountain Anguilla on Shoal Bay — Shoal Bay stays are far from restaurants and nightlife, so a standing arrangement with Sol makes the location work without a rental car.
- 12th Avenue Entertainment — An easy evening stop to add on to a Sol night-out run when you want music or a drink after dinner.
