Embark on hands-on sailing adventures in the enchanting Caribbean aboard this storied vessel.
Join a maritime family affair with dedicated crew members guiding guests through essential sailing tasks, from hoisting sails to basic navigation. Nicole, Captain Ron’s wife, serves as both the onboard chef and a knowledgeable sailor, ensuring a day of exploration is complemented by fabulous cuisine. Lucy, the Spanish water dog, completes the furry crew.
The vessel, with its traditional wooden hull, carved transom, and impressive sail rig, captivates attention wherever it sails. Enjoy complimentary sea kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, snorkeling gear, and fishing equipment for a day of adventure on the open sea.
Guests find ample space above and below decks for relaxation and sleeping arrangements. Private cabins with 2-3 berth bunks share facilities, while those under 30 can opt for an authentic pirate experience in hammocks during Atlantic crossings and Caribbean voyages.
Indulge in meals, featuring local ingredients, seasonal produce, and fresh fish.
The menu adapts to the voyage type, with daily onboard breakfast and six included meals (lunches or dinners) during week-long journeys. Additional meals ashore allow guests to savor local cuisine, reflecting the ticket price’s value. In the event of staying onboard, reasonably priced meals are available. Experience the magic of sailing, sleeping beneath the stars, and savoring local flavors—a truly unforgettable adventure awaits each guest.
Explore the Caribbean gems with voyages that include:
- Barbados to Martinique: Sail between two picturesque islands, where azure waters meet golden sands.
- Martinique to Grenada: Experience the vibrant culture and lush landscapes as you journey from one Caribbean jewel to another.
- Grenada & The Grenadines: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Grenada and its enchanting Grenadine islands.
- Antigua to St Martin: Navigate the Caribbean seas from historic Antigua to the vibrant shores of St Martin.
- St Martin to Antigua: A reverse journey, unveiling new vistas and treasures along the way.
- St Martin to Guadeloupe: Sail to Guadeloupe from the cosmopolitan hub of St Martin, exploring diverse cultures and landscapes.
Indulge in the Caribbean’s warm embrace, where turquoise waters, palm-fringed beaches, and vibrant local cultures create an idyllic backdrop for your unforgettable sailing adventure.
Enqire todate, and let the rhythm of the Caribbean sea guide you through a journey of a lifetime.
Why you'll love this adventure
- Hands-on Sailing Tradition: Immerse in maritime tradition with guided, hands-on sailing.
- Unforgettable Caribbean Journey: Explore Caribbean wonders with traditional charm and complimentary adventures.
- A Warm Family Welcomes: solo travellers, pairs, family groups and friends to sail with them
Dates
What's included
- HALF BOARD – All breakfast (includes tea and coffee), six meals (combination of lunch or dinner)
- Use of all facilities on board including snorkelling gear, paddle boards, kayaks, board games
- All bedding (pillow, duvet, bedding)
- All tender trips during the voyage, to and fro the boat
- Full crew, plus tuition
Not included
On board the ship accepts Euro or USD
- €20 per person, per trip for water maker (unlimited water)
- €14 per person, per day for waste charge
- 6-7 meals ashore (at guests expense)
- Tea/Coffee/Alcohol (cash honesty bar)
- Wash or swim towels
- Use of sleeping bags for sleeping on deck (only if you want!)
- Any local taxes including departure and landing tax – estimated to be between €100-200 per person . If there are places guests want to go that have a landing tax, the cost will be split between those that want to go and added to your honesty tab.
- Domestic flights
- Insurance
- Crew and tour leader tips
Trip notes
Price
Min age
Accommodation
GUEST BERTHS: 28 RIG: Brigantine
You’ll be on board the last active, originally built brigantine in the Mediterranean and one of the last wooden windjammers that are still actively sailing. She operated as a cargo ship for almost 50 years including a world war (!) before she was discovered by a family in 1978 who have loving run her as a charter vessel returning her to an original condition.
Her Captain and family live-aboard but they have their own separate quarters. Guests can enjoy private cabins in combinations of 2-3 berth bunks. All cabins share a total of four toilets and three showers with another shower on deck for a rinse off after some sea swimming.
For Atlantic crossings and Caribbean voyages only, under 30’s have the chance for a true authentic pirate experience to stay in a hammock! Each hammock will be allocated a seamans chest for any belongings and will strung up in the saloon between 9pm and 8am.
Below decks you’ll find a gorgeous saloon, bar and eating area with a traditional wooden finish. Above decks there is a large cushioned area for relaxation, sun-bathing or sleeping beneath the stars (bring your own sleeping bag if this is something you fancy!). An alfresco dining area sits mid-ships, perfect for lunches in the sun or dinners at sunset.
All her sails are set by hand and her construction is twice as strong as compared to a normal ship of her size. She is constructed with double oaked frames and up to 13 meters long, 14 cm thick ironwood planks (azobe). Her topsides are built in the finest mahogany. She was originally launched in winter of 1921 in Italy as a pure wooden sailing ship with no engine to serve as a cargo ship. She still runs cargo trips across the Atlantic today.
This vessel maintains a full ocean classification for historical sail training and charter vessel. She actively sails 6-7 months in the Mediterranean and spent last winter crossing the Atlantic and sailing in the Caribbean.
Meals
Nicole, the culinary maestro aboard, crafts healthy, flavorful meals from local, seasonal ingredients. Whether it’s a coastal sail or ocean adventure, the menu adapts. Breakfast is daily, and six meals (included in the ticket) vary between lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy additional meals ashore at their expense, immersing in local cuisine. If the ship is at anchor, reasonably priced boat meals are available. Each voyage offers a unique culinary experience—check for meal details. Dive into a savory journey as memorable as the maritime adventure!
Who is this trip for?
This tall ship is proudly suitable for all active holidaymakers, whether families with children or couples & solo travellers.
Tour operator
Your chance to sail with a beautiful piece of maritime history on this 100+ year old classic family-run wooden brigantine who will take you around the world from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean. The family have been at the helm since 1978. We also love that she's one of the last original windjammers that was built for active sail cargo shipping. Environmentally friendly and sustainable tourism at the heart of their voyages. By sailing together, all that participate also support the preservation of our valuable maritime tradition. You can join in onboard as voyage crew and actively participate in sailing and onboard life; all in a family atmosphere. The crew have supported expeditions and environmental research on climate change and ocean pollution for two generations. With the trademark ECOSHIP and the associated interesting projects such as cargo under sail, with our own coffee brand "VELA VELA", they maintain strong values and maritime tradition which we are excited to share with you!
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Caribbean Sailing Windjammer
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