Grenadines & Martinique sailing holidays with a local skipper

The best destinations to visit the Grenadines and Martinique during a sailing holiday with a skipper

A cruise in the Grenadines and Martinique guarantees the discovery of beautiful beaches of white sand and coconut trees. After days of exploration and fun, enjoy fresh seafood at sunset with the welcoming locals. Embrace a unique Caribbean adventure.

Sailing holidays in the Grenadines

St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is a paradisiacal archipelago of nine islands. The Grenadines are located in the south of the Caribbean Sea. The islands combine a warm climate with turquoise waters and a rich natural environment. Each of the Grenadines islands have a unique identity. The capital island of St. Vincent is made up largely of rainforest, whereas, the smaller Bequia, for example, is a peaceful escape from with tranquil spots such as the Princess Margaret Beach. A sailing holiday offers a special viewpoint of the Grenadines, as well as the most convenient way to see all of the different islands.

Kingstown is the capital city of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The town plays home to one of the oldest Botanical Gardens in the world and from the town’s Fort Charlotte brilliant panoramic views can be seen. St. Vincent is a lush volcanic, with a mountainous landscape dotted with valleys and creaks. The shoreline of the east coast is rugged and rocky, whilst the shoreline to the west is home to breathtaking black sand beaches. To the north, the volcano of La Soufrière sits at 1219 meters above sea level. The second largest island of Bequia is a bright spark of atmosphere and warmth. Its maritime history is ever present, with most of the islands inhabitants in some way working as or with the fishermen or boating in some capacity. Here, there are a number of stunning beaches, however, arguably some of the most stunning seabeds. Diving and snorkeling is recommended along Elizabeth Harbor and off Princess Margaret Beach. Together with Cape Town and Tobago Cays, Bequia is a must stop are for keen divers, snorkelers or any general admirers of nature!

Sailing holidays in Martinique

Martinique offers 1,080km2 of beautiful landscapes. Rainforest covers much of the northern part of the island. Again, the island’s scenery are, again, volcanic. The Pelee Mountain, standing at 1397m above sea level, along with the Pitons du Carbet and Morne Jacob dominate this area of the island, and home to unique beaches of black sands with a succession of quiet fishing villages. Then the south of Martinique offers holiday destination of white sand beaches, palm trees, and warm Caribbean water. The Grande Anse du Diamant is a famous, 3km long beach and the posterpiece for this remarkable area of the island.

The beautiful islands around the Grenadines and Martinique

A sailing holiday in the area opens up much of the Lesser Antilles. Beyond the Grenadine islands of Young Island, Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Union Island, Mayreau, Petit St Vincent, Palm Island, and the stunning desert island of Mopion, famously home to just one solitary umbrella. Areas such as St. Lucia and Grenada are also reachable. It is recommended that you message a skipper, to understand exactly how their proposed itinerary is composed, and what might be flexible to your travel wishes.

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When to go to the Grenadines and Martinique for a sailing holiday

Sailing holidays around the Grenadines and Martinique are recommended through the area’s dry season between November and May. During this period, the climate is ideal for calm sailing trips. During this period the trade winds are almost consistently at around 15-25 knots daily.

Holiday prices

The pricing for an all inclusive sailing holiday around the Grenadines and Martinique will somewhat depend on the period, and whether or not it is peak holidaying season, such as during school holidays. You can find week-long catamaran experiences from €800.

Transport options to and from your holiday

There are a number of different flight options supplying many major international airport from across the world. We recommend that you use an online comparison site to evaluate what the most price effective, quick, and environmentally considerate route might be.

Sailing in the Grenadines and Martinique solo, as a couple, or with friends and family

Whether you’re looking for options for couples, a whole boat booking for families and groups of friends, or options for solo travellers there are different experiences to suit you. Be it a trip aboard a sailboat or catamaran, you can book one or multiple spots onboard without having to form your own group of travellers. Find like-minded people and return home with new friends!