SAINT MARTIN
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Sailing cruise of one week. All levels Sailing cruises of two weeks Towards the south: for good sailors. Towards the British Virgin Islands: accessible to all levels (includes one easy night sailing)
TYPICAL
ITINERARY: 1 WEEK The North Islands (St Barth, St Martin and Anguilla) offer a relatively protected sailing area. You will sail during 4 hours maximum, on quiet waters (on the island' s leeward side) or lightly rough waters between the islands. Day 1 Embarkation in St Martin. You will sail to St Barthélemy ( 3 hours). Anchor in Anse Colombier and enjoy a relaxing afternoon, or snorkeling (maybe you will see some sea turtle!). If you wish, a short trek will bring you on top of the hill, with an amazing view. Diner on board... the best place for a barbecue party! Day 2 A short sailing (20 minutes) will bring you to Gustavia, St Barth's capital. This village is famous for its red roofs, lovely boutiques and great atmosphere. Go for a ride in a buggy car, and enjoy this mountainous island with amazing views, white sand beaches, and wonderful villas... you shall not miss this trip! For diner, just choose between those famous delicates restaurants, or go for a "hamburger in paradise" in the world known "select"! Day 3 An easy leg (1h30) to Ile Fourchue... lunch on board, anchored in the impressive bay surrounded by the volcanic summits. Then enjoy a nice ride on the hills, or snorkel above the volcanic ground with colorful fishes. In the afternoon, head up to Grand Case (2h30), a nice and quiet anchorage on the leeward side of St Martin. Enjoy a rum drink at sunset, and choose between the island's best restaurants or a local "lolo", open air Caribbean barbecue restaurant.
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4 Day 5 Superb sailing towards Prickly Pear (2 hours): snorkeling on one of the most beautiful Caribbean reefs, in a lagoon of dream. Lets walk on those amazing white sand beaches full of beautiful shells, or relax in the shadow of a palm tree... Sail back to Crocus Bay, pelicans home.
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last swim in the turquoise waters, an easy trip down St Martin, and
that's it!
TYPICAL
ITINERARY: 2 WEEKS Towards the South: same itinerary + Saba (depending on the weather), Statia, St Kitts, Nevis. You will need one full day to visit each island. This sportive cruise includes long sailing trips (maximum 10 hours). Trekking and rain forest lovers will enjoy those holidays. Towards the British Virgin Islands: 1 week St Martin cruise + 1 week BVI cruise (Anegada if you wish). INFO: Possibility of "One Ways" towards BVI or Guadeloupe: we advise you to leave the boat in Tortolla or in Guadeloupe, in order to avoid a hard sailing against the wind in the trip back to St Martin.
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