Sailing along the Leeward Islands

Caribbean cruise on a luxury clipper
8-day sailing trip

Sailing along the Leeward Islands

Caribbean cruise on a luxury clipper
8-day sailing trip

Sailing along the Leeward Islands

Caribbean cruise on a luxury clipper

Sailing in the Caribbean is an unforgettable experience for sailing enthusiasts. Because of the often ideal weather and wonderful sailing conditions, each sailing trip promises the excitement of a crossing with full sails. Set sail on this 8-day luxury sailing cruise on the Star Flyer from St. Maarten and visit the Leeward Islands such as Îles des Saintes, Antigua and St. Barts. Go ashore on Nevis and visit ancient sugar plantations and explore on lush Dominica rainforests, rivers and waterfalls. Explore on Guadeloupe the steaming fumaroles and hike along the jungle-covered slopes of Soufrière in Parc National de la Guadeloupe. Enjoy beautiful beaches along the way and go snorkeling or diving in the colorful underwater world.

TIPS & TOPS Sailing the Leeward Islands:

  • Step aboard the unique sailing ship Star Flyer and discover a new sailing era, where traditions merge with today's comforts and amenities
  • Nevis, dominated by the dangerously steep cliffs of Mount Scenery, is dotted with old sugar plantations
  • In Dominica, take a fascinating boat ride through an orchid-adorned rainforest or hike to the breathtaking Trafalgar Falls
  • Îles des Saintes is an enchanting group of islands, where you can enjoy the beautiful beaches, snorkeling, diving and other water sports
  • Guadeloupe's two islands are separated by the Rivière Salée, a natural saltwater channel. Basse Terre, the southern part is lush and rugged and dominated by the living volcano La Soufrière
  • Falmouth Harbour in Antigua is the epicentre of the Caribbean yachting world: the shipyards, marinas, old inns and pubs at Nelson's Dockyard create a cozy bustle and vibe
  • Swim with stingrays at Stingray City, Antigua
  • In small, elegant Gustavia, French joie de vivre is tempered by Swedish cleanliness; store in surprising boutiques, stroll along beautiful beaches and dine at excellent restaurants
  • During this sailing cruise, the Star Flyer will meet south of Îles des Saintes with the Royal Clipper and they sail together to Cabrits
  • The smallest island in the world shared by two countries, St. Lucia is the largest in the world. Martin/St. Martin, is big on shopping
  • This is just one of the itineraries in the Caribbean; ask our travel specialist about the possibilities
  • This sailing cruise can be combined with an extended stay on St. Maarten. Maarten

Practical information about this sailing cruise:

  • Shipping company: Star Clippers
  • Sailing vessel: Star Flyer
  • Length of sailing cruise: 8 days
  • Season: November through March. Ask our travel specialist about the possibilities
  • Start/end point: St. Maarten

Your tailor-made trip

Daily overview

1 Embarkation Philipsburg, St. St. Maarten; sailing to Charleston, Nevis
2 Charlestown, Nevis
3 To Dominica; meeting with the Royal Clipper
4 Terre-de-Haut, Îles des Saintes
5 To Deshaies, Guadeloupe
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Route sailing cruise along the Leeward Islands
Route zeilcruise leeuward eilanden - Star Clippers

Highlights for this trip