Quiet secluded beaches and bays merge with bustling ports brimming with some of the best food and drink in the Caribbean, all of which makes St Martins a great quiet sailing holiday destination.

Being half French and half Dutch St Martin and the surrounding islands might be small in size, but they are full of character. Once you’ve chartered your yacht, take the time to explore the amazing local villages and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere.

To the North of St Martin; Anguilla offers spectacular snorkelling and diving around both natural reefs and sunken ships. While sailing South of St Martin the rainforests of St Eustatius, St Kitts and Nevis cover extinct volcanoes just waiting to be explored. St Barts in the middle has been a favourite hangout for the rich and famous for over half a century, you never know who you might park next to on a sailing holiday in St Martin!

There is a reason why these enchanting islands are rivalling BVIs as the most popular Caribbean sailing destination.

Events

The world famous Heineken Regatta normally takes place on the first week/weekend of March in St Martin. Why not coincide your sailing holiday to join this caribbean event or even join in the racing with a race charter?

Seasons and Weather

The main sailing season is between November and July with temperatures on land and in the water regularly over 30°C. The trade winds provide reliable Easterly winds ranging from Force 3 to 6.

Tides

There is a small tide in this area.

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Useful links

St Martin Tourism office: www.st-martin.org/

Lonely Planet Guide: www.lonelyplanet.com/st-martin-sint-maarten

BBC Weather Forecast: www.news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/3730