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Yacht charters in St Martin (St Maarten) and the surrounding islands of Anguilla and St Barts offer some of the most spectacular sailing in the Caribbean. Charter a yacht or catamaran from St Martin to experience beautiful anchorages, stunning sunsets and outstanding restaurants - St Martin does laidback luxury incredibly well!
The island has a unique and captivating feel, in part thanks to the blend of influences from both the French and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. St Martin is much more than stunning beaches and turquoise waters, although they are reason enough to visit! The island also has a thriving arts and culture scene which has led to it being named the 'Culinary Capital of the Caribbean'.
Sailing in St Martin is a real treat for those wanting to get away from it all and who crave the peace and tranquillity of a relaxing sailing holiday in an uncrowded area of the Caribbean. Just a short sail from St Martin, you will be met with the unparalleled beauty of Anguilla. At just 16 miles long, Anguilla definitely packs a punch in the beach stakes! The West End is home to an array of picture-perfect beaches, where powdery white sands meet the striking turquoise of the sea - Caribbean beaches at their finest.
No St Martin sailing itinerary would be complete without a trip to St Bart's, known for its wonderful restaurants and picturesque port. Spend a few hours window shopping and sampling the delicious coffee and fresh pastries in one of the island's many great bakeries or hire a Moke and take to the winding hillside roads for spectacular scenery as you explore more of this tiny Caribbean gem.
St Martin is one of nine Caribbean destinations we sail from; compare them all on our Caribbean yacht charter page.
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Embark at Anse Marcel Marina, a full service marina on the northwest coast with a good choice of bars and restaurants.
Sail to Anguilla and clear into customs at Road Bay, a charming village set on a lovely beach. Pack your picnic for lunch at Prickly Bay Cays. The snorkeling here is some of the best in the Caribbean.
The sail south is a fast tack and Tintamarre makes a good midday stop for a beach picnic. St Barts is favoured by the rich and famous but visiting yachtsmen are welcome at Gustavia's bustling harbour front. Some say the cuisine here is the best in the Caribbean, and there's certainly plenty of choice for restaurants.
Hire a mini-moke and explore the very pretty island of St Barts. Winding hillside roads afford spectacular views and lead you to excellent beaches.
This convivial port is the capital of St Maarten, the Dutch side of the island, and is popular for its bars, restaurants and duty free shopping.
Choose the beach as you sail round the island - you pass several at Simpson Bay and Marigot Bay but the best is Baie Grand Case, a long sweeping beach and the gastronomic centre of St. Martin.
Best time to travel to St Martin is December to May, the dry season, with temperatures 27-29°C, when the trade winds are steady with winds blowing east-northeast from 15 to 25 knots. From June to November the weather is usually warmer and more changeable with winds blowing northeast through south from 10 to 20 knots.
We have rated this destination a 'Level 2-3' (levels info)
Airfrance has flights to St Martin via Paris.
We recommend all clients pre-book transfers from the airport to the base as some flights arrive later in the evening.
The Caribbean is a fantastic place to experience a sail and stay holiday. If you are taking a flight via Antigua then why not make the most of your time in the sunshine and combine a yacht charter with a hotel stay in Antigua or even another Caribbean island!
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The Caribbean is a haven for sailors and those looking for a memorable yacht charter sailing holiday. With so many destinations to choose from, there is something for everyone in the Caribbean. Whether you are an experienced sailor looking for an exciting new adventure or a novice sailor venturing to the Caribbean for the first time, there is a perfect Caribbean sailing destination for you.
Our most popular sailing area in the Caribbean is the beautiful British Virgin Islands. An idyllic sailing area with over 60 islands and islets to discover. Our clients love the relaxed, friendly atmosphere, calm sailing conditions and the array of excellent snorkel and dive sites. Enjoy paddle boarding and scenic hikes on Tortola, visit the infamous Baths on Virgin Gorda, soak up the relaxed Caribbean vibes at the Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost Van Dyke and snorkel amongst colourful fish on Anegada before enjoying the most delicious lobster dinner.
Discover the 365 beaches of Antigua! An island full of naval history and for good reason. Protected by an almost unbroken wall of coral reef, Antigua’s coastline is dotted with safe harbours and anchorages in which to hide away. Stunning beaches can be found at every turn and the world-famous trade winds provide fantastic sailors for experienced and more novice sailors alike.
One-way charters are incredibly popular in this area and give our clients the opportunity to sail from St Vincent to Grenada or vice versa, enabling you to see as much of the sailing area as possible. One of the great yacht cruising areas in the world, these beautiful, unspoilt islands each have a unique character, from the spice island of Grenada in the south to St Vincent in the north. Visit the islands of Carriacou, Union, Bequia, Mustique, Mayreau and Canouan and anchor in the fabulous Tobago Cays to experience the outstanding snorkelling and diving.
For pure escapism, head to St Martin and the surrounding islands of Anguilla and St Barts. Laidback luxury is the order of the day here and the thriving arts and culture scene ensures there will never be a dull moment.
Retreat to the fine sandy beaches and lush rain forests of Martinique this winter. Rivers and waterfalls are waiting to be explored and the local cuisine is excellent! French influenced cafes, boulangeries and bistros sit alongside fantastic Creole restaurants - you will not go hungry in Martinique!
Are you looking for explore a lesser known area of the Caribbean? Guadeloupe could be just what you are looking for. Discover the palm fringed beaches, colourful coastal towns and ragged cliffs of Grand Terre, then sail over to the luscious green haven of Basse Terre with its rolling mountains, hot springs, mud pools, waterfalls and active volcano!
For lovers of snorkelling and scuba diving, Belize is hard to beat. With the second longest barrier reef in the world, the underwater world here is in a class of its own. Explore the 175 cayes in this unspoilt sailing area. Belize is a perfect destination to combine your sailing holiday with time spent on land visiting Mayan ruins and dense rain forests.
Why not visit the iconic turquoise waters and sparkling white sands of the Bahamas this winter? With access to over 200kms of truly idyllic sailing ground, you have plenty of choice for places to visit on your sailing holiday. The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park is home to an abundance of wildlife species both under the water and on land. Be sure to sample the delicious conch fritters and local rum cake.
The Caribbean Islands see warm temperatures year-round averaging 28-31ºC throughout the year.
The hottest months are August and September when the waters are at their warmest.
It should be noted it is hurricane season between June and October.
The wettest and most humid months are September and October.
The best time to sail in the Caribbean is from November to June.
Temperatures stay pretty consistent year-round, averaging 28-32oC with the majority of the rain falling between July and the end of October.
Steady trade winds blow at 15-25 knots during the peak months of December to April, lightening slightly between June and November.
The cost of your yacht charter depends on several factors:
The type and size of the yacht you book will dictate the price. A 1 week charter on a 2 - 3 cabin monohull starts around £1400 in low season whereas a 1 week charter on a luxury catamaran with a skipper in high season could be upwards of £10,000. These are the 2 extremes of the scale for a 1 week charter and we offer plenty of choices in between.
1 week is a popular choice amongst our sailors and makes the perfect short Caribbean getaway. However, to make the most of your time sailing the Caribbean islands, a 10 day or 2 week yacht charter may be just the thing. We provide custom bareboat bookings which can be tailored to your timescale.
Lower-priced yacht charters are available in the low-season of June to the end of October with prices starting to rise in November before peaking from December to April.
Don't have any sailing experience? No problem! We offer several skippered and crewed options so you can enjoy the yachting lifestyle without the stress. From a simple skippered yacht to fully crewed options, we can arrange a charter to suit your needs.
The mooring fees in the Caribbean vary depending on your sailing destination. There are very few marinas compared to sailing in the Mediterranean so most nights you are on anchor in a bay with a classic Caribbean white sand and palm tree beach.
In areas such as the British Virgin Islands, many locations have laid buoys which cost around US$30/night and give you a safe mooring within minutes of sailing into the bay.
Although useful to have one, a sailing license, certificate or qualification is not required for a Caribbean yacht charter, however, our partners will need to see a complete sailing resume.
The sailing resume for a Caribbean yacht charter must demonstrate experience as a skipper of a similar type and size (within five feet) of the yacht as the one you are looking to charter. The experience should also be recent and the company will look for experience within the last five years.
A 1 - 2 week charter will give you the optimum time to explore the Caribbean islands, from the palm fringed white sandy beaches to the hidden coves and underwater paradise. Our knowledgeable team can assist you with a custom charter to suit your needs.
We have various 1 and 2 week sailing itineraries for bareboat sailing holidays in the Caribbean that have been personally tried and tested by our team.
The Caribbean islands experience warm temperatures year-round, averaging 28-32oC.
The majority of yachts have fans onboard to keep you cool when below deck and the majority of our clients find this to be sufficient.
Some yachts also provide air conditioning. Our experienced team can advise you on which yachts have air conditioning if this is a priority for you.
If you have your next bareboat yacht charter or flotilla holiday booked, your thoughts may now be turning to what to pack! Whether you are heading to the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean or jetting off to sail in the warm breezes of the Caribbean, we have a few suggestions for you for useful items to pack for your next sailing holiday.
There is nothing quite like the feel of being out on the open water, the sun on your skin and the wind gently blowing through your hair. Here at Nautilus, we believe this feeling should be experienced by all and not only those in possession of a sailing license. That is why we offer a whole range of sailing holidays which are suitable for those who have little or no sailing experience!
There are so many things to love about the beautiful British Virgin Islands. If you are planning a trip to this sailing paradise then read our article where we round up all you need to know to ensure you see and experience the best the BVI has to offer.
Call our knowledgeable sailing specialists for the latest advice and recommendations on the sailing areas most suited to you.
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