Sailing voyage Antigua & Lesser Antilles | Caribbean island hopping on a tall ship

Arrival: Fri 19.02.2027, 14:00
Departure: Fri 26.02.2027, 10:00

Departure: Antigua (Falmouth Harbor)
Destination: Antigua (Falmouth Harbor)

Sailing area: Caribbean / Lesser Antilles

Price:

Double cabin with en suite: € 2,850 p.p.
Single cabin with en suite: € 4,275 p.p.
Young sailors aged 18 to 25 in shared cabin with 6 berths: € 2,137.50 p.p.

— CARIBBEAN ISLAND-HOPPING FROM ANTIGUA —

Come aboard the Blue Clipper and experience a special sailing voyage from Antigua in the heart of the Caribbean. You can look forward to turquoise bays, warm trade winds, tropical islands, secluded anchorages and a relaxed community on board a classic tall ship.

This voyage combines active sailing with a genuine Caribbean feel. You can help set the sails, handle lines, take the helm or simply sit on deck and enjoy the view across the crystal-clear water. No sailing experience required. The crew will explain what's happening and involve you as much as suits your interest.

Islands such as Barbuda, St. Kitts & Nevis, Montserrat and Guadeloupe lie within reach along the way. The exact route is decided on board based on wind, weather and conditions. That's precisely what keeps the voyage alive: no rigid itinerary, just sailing to the rhythm of the Caribbean.

— WHY THIS VOYAGE IS SPECIAL —

• 8-day sailing voyage from and to Antigua
• Island-hopping through the Lesser Antilles
• Active sailing on a traditional tall ship
• No sailing experience required
• Possible route via Barbuda, St. Kitts & Nevis, Montserrat or Guadeloupe
• Turquoise bays, warm trade winds and tropical anchorages
• Time for swimming, snorkelling, paddling and exploring
• Comfortable cabins with private shower and toilet
• Full board, soft drinks and hot beverages included
• Use of kayaks, boats and stand-up paddle boards included

— SAILING WITH THE TRADE WIND —

Antigua is an ideal starting point for a sailing voyage in the Caribbean. As soon as the Blue Clipper leaves harbour, a sailing area of warm wind, blue water, green islands and white beaches opens up.

The trade wind shapes this voyage. When the sails fill and the ship moves smoothly through the Caribbean Sea, you quickly understand why this area is so popular with sailors.

The rhythm on board emerges almost naturally: sailing, swimming, eating, exploring and relaxing under the starry sky in the evenings. This voyage is not a hurried tour of tourist highlights, but a relaxed yet active way to experience the Caribbean from the water.

— ISLAND-HOPPING THROUGH THE LESSER ANTILLES —

The route takes you through a sailing area with very different islands. Which places are actually visited depends on wind, weather and the planning on board.

Barbuda is the quieter sister island of Antigua and known for long beaches, pink sand and an important frigatebird sanctuary. The island feels wide, quiet and unspoilt.

St. Kitts & Nevis show a greener side of the Caribbean: volcanic peaks, rainforest, old sugar plantations, palm trees and small villages shape the landscape.

Montserrat is one of the most extraordinary islands in the region. Since the eruption of the Soufrière Hills volcano in 1995, the island has had a story all of its own. It feels quiet, friendly and far removed from the usual tourist trails.

Guadeloupe brings a different atmosphere altogether. The island group combines beaches, jungle, sugar cane fields, mangroves and French-Caribbean culture. On Marie-Galante, for example, a visit to an authentic rum distillery may be possible.

Not every island can be guaranteed. That's part of sailing. The crew chooses the route to suit wind, weather, safety and travel dates.

— SAILING ACTIVELY ON A TALL SHIP —

On board you're not an ordinary passenger. You're invited to take an active part in the sailing. Help set the sails, trim lines, watch the navigation or take the helm under instruction.

You don't need any previous experience. The professional crew ensures safety and explains what's happening as you go. That way you learn naturally how a tall ship glides through the water and how wind, sails and vessel work together.

Taking part isn't compulsory, but it makes the voyage special. Particularly when you lend a hand on deck yourself, you experience the Caribbean not just as a holiday destination but as a true sailing area.

— A TYPICAL DAY ON BOARD —

A day usually begins with breakfast together. Afterwards the crew discusses the plan for the day and prepares the ship. Once the anchor is weighed, Blue Clipper sets course for a new bay, another island or a sheltered anchorage.

After a few hours under sail there's often time to go ashore, snorkel, swim or simply relax on board with a book.

Sometimes a hike, a village, a beach or a local bar is on the programme. On other days the anchorage is so beautiful that you'd rather jump straight into the water from the ship.

Between the islands, individual sailing days can also be longer. Then the sailing itself takes centre stage: the trade wind in the sails, the ocean all around the ship and the next island peak on the horizon.

— SWIMMING, SNORKELLING AND TIME ASHORE —

This voyage offers a lovely balance between sailing and exploring. Blue Clipper usually sails for a few hours before there's space to discover an island or an anchorage.

On board there are kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and snorkelling equipment available. With these you can paddle along the coast at calm anchorages, explore a reef or simply enjoy the clear water around the ship.

What's special about travelling on a sailing ship is that you reach places less easily accessible from land. Secluded bays, small villages and quiet anchorages give this Caribbean sailing voyage its authentic character.

— LIFE ON BOARD THE BLUE CLIPPER —

Blue Clipper is a classic tall ship with a warm, informal atmosphere. On board you travel with a small group, which means life quickly becomes personal and sociable.

You sleep in comfortable cabins with your own shower and toilet. That makes Blue Clipper comparatively comfortable for a traditional sailing ship.

The voyage includes full board with fresh meals prepared on board. After a day in the salty sea air, it's particularly pleasant that there's a dedicated cook on board.

Shared meals are part of life on board: fresh ingredients, hearty dishes, coffee, tea, something sweet in between and conversations about the day on the water.

— WHO IS THIS TRIP FOR? —

This sailing voyage from Antigua suits you well if you:

• want to sail in the Caribbean without needing to bring sailing experience
• love turquoise water, warm wind and tropical islands
• want to combine island hopping with swimming, snorkelling and time ashore
• would rather discover small anchorages and local villages than large cruise ports
• appreciate comfort but aren't looking for a formal luxury cruise
• enjoy travelling in an informal, sociable atmosphere
• want to experience the Caribbean from the water
• fancy taking an active part in the sailing from time to time

This voyage is less suitable if you expect a completely organised resort programme or want to follow a fixed schedule every day. The charm of this voyage lies precisely in the interplay of wind, water, islands and relaxed life on board.

— INCLUDED IN THE PRICE —

• Accommodation in the cabin category booked
• Full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
• Soft drinks and hot beverages
• Bed linen: pillow, sheets and duvet
• A bath towel
• Professional nautical crew
• Professional cook
• All shuttle transfers to and from the ship
• Use of boats, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards
• Harbour fees and fuel costs

— NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE —

• One meal ashore at your own expense
• Alcoholic drinks; these are available on board at fair prices
• Travel and cancellation insurance
• Transfer to and from the departure harbour, for example flight tickets
• Personal expenses and shore excursions

— GOOD TO KNOW —

The exact route will be determined on board based on wind, weather, sea conditions and safety. Islands such as Barbuda, St Kitts & Nevis, Montserrat or Guadeloupe are possible destinations, but not a guaranteed itinerary.

This voyage is ideal if you want to experience the Caribbean actively, on a small scale and in a relaxed way. It is less suitable if you are looking for a classic cruise or a fixed resort programme.

A detailed trip description and further information about the ship, the route, the cabins and life on board can be found on the Rederij van Linschoten website.

If you have any questions about the voyage, cabin choice, travel to Antigua or personal suitability, we are happy to advise you personally.