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From Reef to Rain Forest – Caribbean Sailing Cruise

From Reef to Rain Forest – Caribbean Sailing Cruise

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Discover serene escapes and vibrant adventures with a journey that combines the best of nature and luxury. Begin in Bridgetown, Barbados, and explore hidden bays and beach barbecues accessible by zodiac. Enjoy prime snorkeling and water sports at stunning locations like Bequia and Chatham Bay. Experience the lush rainforests and volcanic beauty of St. Lucia and Dominica, and revel in the high-end allure of St. Barths, known for its VIP beaches and exclusive parties. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement, from tranquil nature hikes to glamorous beachside indulgence.

Trip Name
From Reef to Rain Forest - Caribbean Sailing Cruise
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Tall Ship (Sailing) Length: 109 metres Passenger Capacity: 64 Built / refurbished: 1931 / 2011 Sea Cloud is a ship with a soul, imbued by the original owners, Marjorie Merriweather Post and her husband E.F. Hutton in the 1930’s. The ship has played host to royalty, known service in wartime, and sailed the world over. She is a vessel of incomparable grace that harks back to the golden age of ship travel. Once you’ve been on Sea Cloud under full sail, you’ll begin your own love affair. Welcome aboard a legend Sea Cloud accommodates 58 guests in 28 outside cabins including two original owner’s suites that still feature original marble baths and fireplaces. At 360 feet she is an expansive ship with extensive public spaces on the top deck, where we luxuriate in deck chairs and watch the crew of 18 go aloft in the web of riggings to hand-set her 30 sails. Her dining room is hung with marine oil paintings of the period and accommodates all guests at once for a single seating. We’ll gather in the lounge each evening for Recap. Life aboard is a uniquely pleasing mix of elegance and informality—a return to the golden age of sailing in shorts and deck shoes. You’ll find all shipboard services impeccable.  Discover the romance of tall ship sailingExperience something many people don’t know exists in the 21st century—the romance of life under square sails. Discover the thrill of standing on deck as Sea Cloud gently glides through the water, her crew aloft in the riggings, running out and reefing sails. Settle in to your favorite areas on the top deck and bask in the incomparable experience of traveling aboard the finest tall ship to ever sail the seas. Lose yourself in an adventure that, in this day and age, is almost unimaginable. Please note deck and suite plans are indicative only and may vary slightly.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 Bridgetown, Barbados
Departure 10:00 pmMore than 300 years of British rule have left their mark. The whole of Bridgetown, Barbados' historic center, with its colonial architecture surrounding Trafalgar Square, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A green hilly countryside and endless fields of sugar cane characterize the island's landscape. Old colonial houses are reminders of the high life of the plantation owners, while innumerable colorful chattel houses are evidence of their workers' moveable properties. The sweeping coastline is a picture postcard of fine sandy beaches and turquoise sea surrounded by vibrant coral reefs.
Day 2 - Day 2 Port Elizabeth/Bequia
Arrival 4:00 pm, Departure 11:00 pmBequia is actually the largest island in the Grenadines, but still small and tranquil at just 87 square miles. Elegant sailing yachts sway in the natural shelter of Admiralty Bay, while in lovely Port Elizabeth, with its attractive beach bars, you are right in the heart of a lifestyle that likes to take things easy. You can find Princess Margaret Beach just nearby, named because it was once visited by the British royal. And on the eastern coast, you can find the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary focuses on rearing and caring for endangered turtles.
Day 3 - Day 3 Chatham Bay, Union Island
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 6:00 pmRight in the south of the Grenadines are Union Island and the Tobago Cays. Union Island was given the evocative name "the Tahiti of the West Indies" thanks to its volcanic silhouette. Four small uninhabited islands, surrounded by a protective horseshoe-shaped coral reef, form the Tobago Cays. The Horseshoe Reef holds the Atlantic swell at bay and its unique animal and plant life make it an ideal place for snorkelling. The lagoon between the islets shimmers in all shades from turquoise through to emerald green and invites you to take a dip at the fantastic beaches.
Day 4 - Day 4 Soufrière, St. Lucia
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pmTwo famous volcanic cones are indisputably the emblem of St. Lucia and have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Gros and Petit Piton tower over the southern, windward side of the island and, in Soufrière, seem close enough to touch. The volcanoes have in fact long been extinct, but the sulphur springs demonstrate the power of the earth's core and still bubble up. In the Botanical Gardens, natural abundance is combined with artistic arrangements to create a colorful tropical paradise. Some people claim that Josephine, who later became Napoleon's wife, used to bathe in the little pool in the garden.
Day 5 - Day 5 Cabrits, Dominica
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pmDominica, nicknamed the Nature Isle of the Caribbean, is one of the most untouched of the Windward Islands. It boasts some of the highest mountains in the Lesser Antilles, as well as many beautiful national parks. Its interior is characterized by thick forest, where rivers plunge into the depths and tiny streams wind through the jungle. Two extinct volcanoes are at the center of the Cabrits National Park and, recaptured by nature, the former strategically important Fort Stanley appears like a picturesque backdrop in the heart of the lush woodlands.
Day 6 - Day 6 Day under full sails
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails – today is all about sailing. Time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Day 7 - Day 7 Gustavia, St. Barthélemy
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 11:00 pmSt. Barthélemy, affectionately known as St. Barths by most, already had many "owners" before the Lesser Antilles were acquired by France in 1877. When the first estate was acquired by the banker David Rockefeller in 1957, the island's future was finally sealed. It became a refuge for the international jet set and an elegant holiday paradise for many Hollywood stars. For over 40 years, St. Barths has cultivated a luxurious lifestyle with a Caribbean laissez-faire approach. You can stroll through the charming main town of Gustavia, whose beautifully restored houses and colonial facades look out over the sea with its elegant superyachts, browse in the shops for precious items, or enjoy a sundowner in the picturesque harbor surrounded by clusters of high class bars and restaurants.
Day 8 - Day 8 Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Arrival 8:00 amDutch in the south, French in the north – on St. Maarten you will find an unusual piece of Europe in the middle of the Caribbean. Because of the natural salt deposits, the Dutch West India Company once claimed the island for itself and – according to legend – divided the island up in 1648 after a drinking competition with the French. In the colorful port city of Philipsburg, a day at the beach can be perfectly combined with a stroll through town: From the fine sandy Great Bay Beach it is only a stone's throw to the Boardwalk with its restaurants and to the boutiques of the small city center.
Day 9 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
18-02-202525-02-2025EUR €3,895GTY Double Cabin. From
18-02-202525-02-2025EUR €4,245Category F Upper/Lower Beds. From
18-02-202525-02-2025EUR €4,895Category E. From
18-02-202525-02-2025EUR €5,455Category D. From
18-02-202525-02-2025EUR €5,765Category C. From
18-02-202525-02-2025EUR €6,795Category B. From
18-02-202525-02-2025EUR €7,555Category A. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €5,945Category 3. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €6,455Category 2. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €6,795Category 1. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €7,815Category C. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €8,315Category B. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €8,915Category A. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €3,895GTY Double Cabin. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €4,415Category 5. From
23-02-202502-03-2025EUR €5,175Category 4. From

Inclusions

    • The Luxury of Leisure Time: Take the zodiac to hidden bays and barefoot barbecues on the beach.
    • Snorkel, Swim, Paddle: These stops are the most beautiful spots for water sports enthusiasts.
    • Pure Nature on the Pitons: St. Lucia and Dominica are tropical utopias with volcanoes covered in rainforests.
    • Celeb-Packed Paradise: St. Barths calls to all A-listers with VIP beaches, high-end shopping, and luxe private parties.

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