Leeward Islands Yacht Charters

The Leeward Islands enjoy a cultural mix of including English, French and Dutch. Visitors can enjoy everything St. Barths, a destination of the rich and famous to remote villages, to sandy coral islands and lush rain forests. These islands are primarily volcanic and giant craters and other remnants can be seen throughout the chain.
The Leeward Islands have been considered one of the best sailing areas in the world. Enjoy the islands of St. Martin, Antigua, and Dominica. You will notice a lot of luxury motor yachts and Super Yachts while cruising in the Leewards.

Sample Itinerary for the Leeward Islands

Antigua – St. Martin  7 Days Charter

Day 1:  If arriving on Antigua, Leeward Islands, on the first day of your charter, taxi from the airport to Jolly Harbour to meet your yacht.  Get acquainted with your home away fromhome, then tuck into a nice lunch while you and the captain fine-tunethe itinerary for your perfect vacation.  Take your first dip in the crystal clearwaters of the Caribbean then sail south to English Harbour, whereLord Nelson’s fleet was centered in the 18th Century.  Take a cab up toShirley Heights for spectacular panoramic views of the sun setting over theIsland of Montserrat.

Day 2: After breakfast on your yacht, set sail for the spectacular natural gem that is Barbuda. This coral island boast pale pink beaches that stretch for miles and unparalleledsnorkeling opportunities. It’s also a bird sanctuary and a perfect place towatch the amazing grace of the huge frigate birds high above.

Day 3: Another gorgeous day at sea.  After breakfast, set sail for St. Kitts, about sixhours away.  Once you arrive, marvel at the glorious white and black sandbeaches.  Diving and snorkeling enthusiasts can spend the day at WhiteHouse Bay exploring a 16th Century wreck, while history buffs will chooseto tour the islands old sugar cane plantations.

Day 4: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and one last swim before setting off for a fullday at sea.  Kick back with a cocktail and a book while the captain steersyou towards St. Barth’s – a five or six hour sail away.  Arrive at the island’scapital, Gustavia, and pull on your best duds for a gourmet meal at one offinest French restaurants in the Caribbean.  St. Bart’s is often called theRiviera of the Caribbean and it’s where the rich and powerful come tounwind…and, of course, be seen!

Day 5: Rent yourself a Mini-Moke – a cross between a golf cart and a jeep – andspend the morning exploring the island before returning to your yacht. Then sail up the coast to the quiet anchorage at Colombier Bay.  Thepristine beach lined with palm trees and backed by a steep cliff wallis the perfect place for dinner under the stars.

Day 6:  Sail to Tintamarre, a small uninhabited French island off the coast ofSt. Martin for a quiet last full day of swimming, snorkeling, andsunbathing.  Or, if you’d prefer some more civilization, sail toMarigot, the capital of French St. Martin and wander the streetslooking for duty-free deals.  Sail up to Grand Case Bay orAnse Marcel for your last night on your yacht.

Day 7:  After a morning swim and breakfast, sail to Great Bay. Disembark at Phillipsburg, the capital of Dutch St. Maarten