Les Saintes: Sailing
The experience
Try your hand at sailing a monohull on a day trip to Les Saintes. Steer the boat and discover the joys of cruising. Enjoy a meal (included), then go snorkelling in the archipelago’s beautiful waters.
Meet at 9.00 am at the Rivière-Sens Marina opposite the chemist’s for a 9.15 am departure from the jetty. What makes this day so special is that you’ll also get to try your hand at steering and manoeuvring our Sun Fast 37. Your skipper-instructor will be on hand to guide you through this introduction to sailing in complete safety. Far from mass tourism, he’ll share the cruising experience with you in a small group of no more than nine people (swimming, relaxing, peace and quiet...).
Whilst sailing across the canal (around 2 hours 30 minutes), anyone who wishes to can take the helm, hoist the sails with the skipper, help with harbour manoeuvres, and stow the gear. On the return crossing of the canal under sail, with the wind behind us, the wind and the sea carry us along! (Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes). As the sun sets, we sail past the lighthouse at the old fort – it’s brilliant!
HIGHLIGHTS
- Introduction to sailing (You’ll manoeuvre and steer the boat!).
- Thrill of crossing the canal.
- Small group (max. 9 people).
- A unique way to discover the Îles des Saintes archipelago.
- Lovely snorkelling spots (mask and snorkel)
- Avoid the crowds
- Enjoy life on board a live-aboard cruiser.
- Fast cruising yacht.
- Safety and professionalism: Captain 200 Sailing qualification, BPJEPS sailing instructor and CS cruising qualification.
Day itinerary
- 09:00Boarding takes place at the jetty opposite the chemist’s at the Rivière Sens marina, Gourbeyre
- 09:15Departure
- Sailing across the canal (approx. 2½ hours)
- A drive around the area; exploring the houses in the village of Les Saintes, the restaurants right by the water’s edge, the doctor’s house shaped like a boat, Terre de Haut, Terre de Bas, Îlet Cabrit…
- Aperitif, Creole meal and coffee on board the boat (seasonal local produce)
- Relaxing on the boat
- Snorkelling at an accessible spot
- Return crossing of the canal under sail, running before the wind (approx. 1 hour 30 minutes)
- 18:00Arrival at the Marina
ICIGO Sea Index (Les Saintes)
Sea forecasts and conditions — we track marine weather to guide travellers towards the best time slots.
| Day | Swell | Wind | Reco. | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 12 Nov | 0.4 m | 30 km/h | Fair | 28° |
| Fri 13 Nov | 0.5 m | 33 km/h | Fair | 28° |
| Sat 14 Nov | 0.8 m | 30 km/h | Fair | 28° |
| Sun 15 Nov | 0.7 m | 24 km/h | Ideal | 28° |
| Mon 16 Nov | 0.7 m | 24 km/h | Ideal | 27° |
Confirmed based on the day's weather · trip confirmed based on sea conditions.
Included
- Drinks, Coffee
- Meals
- Diving masks and snorkels
To bring
- Camera
- Windbreaker or spare
- Swimsuit and bath towel
- A cap or hat that stays on well
- Sunglasses
- Sun cream
- If you have your own equipment: flippers, mask and snorkel
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