Itinerary
St Martin - Tortola: 11 Days There are so many wonderful islands, beaches, and places to choose from. So where do you go first? Well, you can head off in any direction you want, but many of our guests ask us for at least a weeklong vacation plan. So here we go:
Day 1: Cole Bay, Sint Maarten (next sailing place)
Depending on the time you arrive at our base in Lagoon Marina, you may wish to head into Cole Bay for dinner and a little bit of shopping. Then head back to our quiet base to spend a restful night before you head out in the morning. If you arrive a bit earlier, and still have a few hours of sunlight left, you may decide to sail away to either (nearest location) or spend your first night on the boat in a lovely anchorage. It is all up to you.
Day 1: Anse Marcel (St. Martin)
Welcome to the Marina of Anse Marcel in the North of St. Martin and boarding for the night.
Day 2: Anse Marcel / Anse Colombier (St. Barth): 12 NM
Anse Colombier is a part of the Marine Reserve and a great spot for snorkeling: get out the flippers, diving masks and snorkels!
Day 3: Anse Colombier / Gustavia (St. Barth): 4 NM
A stopover in Gustavia is a good opportunity to taste the cosmopolitan scene in tax free shops and restaurants lining this charming harbor.
Day 4: Gustavia / Grand Case (St. Martin)
You will stay in a very pleasant anchorage close to the beach. This little village is typical of the Caribbean with its small, colorful houses ringed by a salt pond. The area has a great choice of restaurants with quality dining experiences for the price.
Day 5: Grand Case / Virgin Gorda: 90 NM. (Night sail)
Take a relaxing swim at the world famous Baths with its impressive white bolder rocks. Don't miss the Punch at Bitter End Yacht Club at sunset.
Day 6: Virgin Gorda Sound / Marina Cay
Paradise inlet has an outstanding beach encircled by a coral reef. There is an excellent restaurant offering seafood and BBQ for dinner nearby.
Day 7: Marina Cay / Jost Van Dyke
We have your day planned out for you: first stopover at Sandy Cay, an unavoidable snorkeling spot, then on to Great Harbor, the only village of Jost Van Dyke. Then enjoy the great atmosphere and steel drum Caribbean music at night in Foxy’s Bar.
Day 8: Jost Van Dyke / Cane Garden Bay
Sail on to Cay Garden Bay and anchor close to a nice beach framed by coconut trees. Visit the rum distillery and learn a little bit about the history of the area.
Day 9: Cane Garden Bay / Norman Island
Stopover at The Bight and follow the steep path to the top to discover a breathtaking panoramic view. Then sail on to the National Park of Private Bay to explore the caves by dinghy.
Day 10: Norman Island / Peter Island
Sail on to Peter Island for more swimming, relaxing and snorkeling. It is also another good spot for climbing trails and panoramic views.
Day 11: Peter Island / Road Town (Tortola)
After one last swim, sail to Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands to check out. The Dream Yacht Charter team will welcome you to the base in Hodges Creek Marina in Maya Cove, in the East End of Tortola.
Take the time to rent a car and discover the National Park of Mount Sage and its rain forest.
You’ve had a great adventure, done a lot of sailing, perhaps drank a bit too much, snorkeled too much, laughed and ate too much – but that, for sure, was a week you’ll always remember!
The fact is, there are many, many possible approaches to your vacation. You can head off in any direction you want and spend the time in so many different ways. What you will learn is that, after your first charter, you will want to come back time and time again – there is that much to explore in this gorgeous island paradise.
St Martin - Martinique: 15 Days
Day 1: Anse Marcel (St. Martin)
Welcome to the Marina of Anse Marcel in the North of St. Martin and board for the night.
Day 2: Anse Marcel / Orient Bay (St. Martin): 5 NM
Enjoy a short sailing trip to Orient Bay, a long sandy beach with restaurants and animated bars.
Day 3: Orient Bay / Anse Colombier / Gustavia (St. Barth): 14 NM
Anse Colombier is a part of the Marine Reserve and a great spot for snorkeling: get out the flippers, diving masks and snorkels! A stopover in Gustavia is a good opportunity to taste the cosmopolitan scene in tax free shops and restaurants lining this charming harbor.
Day 4: Gustavia / Basseterre / White House Bay (St. Kitts): 45 NM
An island with a rich historical past, St Kitts is famous for its volcanic massifs. Hikers might like to undertake the ascent of the Mount Miserey. The interior of the crater disappears under the rain forest inhabited by colorful birds and monkeys. The capital Basseterre has a very British charm with homes decorated in pretty pastel colors, verandas and balustrades. The colorful stalls of the public market offer all kinds of fish and other market products. It is a must stop for provisioning.
Day 5: White House Bay / Charlestown (Nevis)
Enjoy a pleasant stopover at the capital of Nevis. The esplanade at the waterfront with its kiosks, colorful restaurants and boutiques is very charming. Experience the excellent local food specialties at reasonable prices. White House Bay is a peaceful anchorage with beautiful white sandy beaches.
Day 6: Charlestown / English Harbour (Antigua)
Visit the Admiral’s House Museum: the 18th century home of Admiral Nelson has been nicely renovated and is open for tours. In the evening the steel-bands create a great atmosphere in the bars and restaurants – don't miss it.
Day 7: English Harbour / Non Such Bay (Antigua)
This anchorage, very well protected by Green Island and a big coral barrier, is one of the most pleasant of Antigua. Have a look at the exhibition of local arts and crafts at the old windmill of Harmony Hall.
Day 8: Non Such Bay / Deshaies (Guadeloupe): 45 NM
The most famous anchorage of the leeward coast is facing a pretty village nicely arranged around its church tower. Several boutiques and traditional Creole restaurants offer a lively atmosphere.
Take the opportunity to join an excursion to the National Park of Basse Terre.
Day 9: Anse Deshaies / Pigeon Island: 10 NM
Don't miss Cousteau's Underwater Reserve, a real coral garden. Enjoy the sunset on the Malendure Rock.
Day 10: Pigeon Island / Les Saintes: 20 NM
The geographical diversity and the beauty of this micro archipelago of less than 15 km² is incredible. Unforgettable view points from the high "Mornes" which are accessible by walking or biking under the watching eye of the Iguanas. Experience magnificent creeks and beaches.
Day 11: Les Saintes / La Dominica: 22 NM
Far from the usual tourist itineraries: Dominica offers its tormented relief topped by rich green vegetation from which gush spray and waterfalls that supply the lakes with cool or steaming water.
Day 12: Dominica / St. Pierre (Martinique): 55 NM
Former economic capital of Martinique, St Pierre became very quiet nowadays but there are still some local restaurants, small shops, a supermarket and a local market. The museum concerning the devastating eruption is very interesting.
Day 13: St. Pierre / Anse Mitan (Martinique): 15 NM
Close by you find a good choice of restaurants, bars and boutiques in this quarter of Trois Ilets.
Day 14: Anse Mitan / Grand Anse d’Arlet / St. Anne
The beautiful sandy beaches of Les Anses d’Arlet are lined by coconut trees. A typical Creole landscape with its colorful fishing boats, huts and stalls. Pass the famous Diamant Rock before anchoring at St. Anne, one of the most beautiful beaches of Martinique.
Day 15: St. Anne / Le Marin: 21 NM
Sail back to the Dream Yacht Charter base in Marina du Marin in Le Marin, Martinique.
You’ve had a great adventure, done a lot of sailing, perhaps drank a bit too much, snorkeled too much, laughed and ate too much – but that, for sure, was a week you’ll always remember!
The fact is, there are many, many possible approaches to your vacation. You can head off in any direction you want and spend the time in so many different ways. What you will learn is that, after your first charter, you will want to come back time and time again – there is that much to explore in this gorgeous island paradise.
Base Notes
Base manager: Grégoire Brisset
Tel: +590 590 27 13 41
Mob: +590 690 19 96 00
Fax: +590 590 27 16 39
E-mail: smartin@dreamyachtcharter.com
Embarkation:
Marina Port la Royale
Dream Yacht Caribbean
Bureau N° 10
97150 MARIGOT - SAINT MARTIN
How to get there by plane
International flights
3 Companies offer direct flights from France (Air France - Air Caraïbes – Corsair)
Other companies (Air Canada, American Eagle).
Transfer
On exiting the Arrivals Hall, you should go directly to the Taxi Dispatch Desk and request a taxi to Marina Port la Royale.
The journey time between the Juliana International Airport and Marina Port la Royale is approximately 10 minutes.
Taxi drivers will accept both US$ and Euros, as well Antillean Nederland Guilders. US$1 = Euro 0.80 = ANG 1.8.
Note that most taxi driver will use a rate of $1 for 1 euro, so dollars should be used preferably.
Services
Harbour office Opening Hours
Monday to Saturday: 9:00 AM -12:30 PM & 3:00 PM-5:00 PM
Contact: +590 590 87 20 43
Gas station Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:30 AM - 5:30PM
Opening hours of access bridges to the lagoon
Sandy Ground bridge, French side, Marigot bay: VHF 16 or tel : 05 90 29 04 75
Exit & entry: From Monday to Saturday: 8:15 AM, 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM - Sunday: 8:15 PM, 5:30 PM.
Simpson Bay Bridge, Dutch side, Simpson Bay : VHF 12
From December to April: Exit / Entry: 9:00 AM / 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM / 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM / 5:30 PM
From May to November : Exit & entry: 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 5:30 PM
Commercial Centres
Grocery on the marina. Supermarket 10 minutes walking away (shuttle service possible for return trip to marina).
Dream Yacht can take care of your provisioning. Please send back the provisioning list available on the web site and
provisioning will be on board at your embarkation.
Accepted credit Cards / Accepted currencies
Master & Visa are accepted.
On Anglophone islands; euros et US$ accepted
Telephone:
Call from St Martin to France: You just need to dial the number of your contact (home or cellular). There are no
special numbers to add.
Call from France to St Martin: You dial the 10 figures of your contact 0590 xx xx xx ou 0690 xx xx xx.
Call from abroad: you have to add international code 590 for home phones +590 590 xx xx xx or for cell phones
+590 690 xx xx xx.
Things to know:
- Only soft bags - No suite case (rigid suite cases are too cumbersome)
Weather forecast
- Dream Yacht Charter office
- On 16 VHF channel.
Fleet
Currently at this Base
New and Best-In-Class Fleet
Inaddition to smaller bases and a higher level of personal care, we offeronly the highest quality yachts at Dream Yacht Charter. That is why wepartner with the best ship yards in the world and take great care tochoose yachts that offer you sailing performance as well as greatcomfort and space. In addition, all of our yachts in the Caribbean arebrand-new or less than 4 years old.
We own and operate the one and only fleet of Catana catamarans in theworld. The Catana 50 was named "Best Cruising Multihull" in Cruising World’s2008 Boat of the Year contest. Known for high performance and design,Catana is also one of two large scale luxury yacht manufacturers in theworld that produces catamarans with dagger boards. It is well known toserious catamaran sailors that Catana catamarans cost at least 30% moreto purchase than other catamarans of a similar size. What they alsoknow is that Catanas represent the gold standard for quality andperformance in sailing catamarans.
Each of our yachts is specially outfitted and equipped by Dream YachtCharter to answer the most demanding needs of our guests. More than 200details have been changed in our Dream Yacht Charter yachtspecifications to guarantee you a safe and carefree vacation. OurCatana fleet is additionally outfitted with higher-end equipment.
We have selected for you only yachts of the best ship yards, perfectlyadapted to the needs of a charter holiday, combining good sailingqualities with comfort and space. Each of these yachts gets specialfittings and equipment ordered by Dream Yacht Charter.
The whole caribbean fleet consists in brand-new yachts (less than 3 years).
Ifyou want to sail on a really luxuriously equipped yacht, try out one ofour Catana catamarans, the last word in multihull design. Spacious,airy and beautifully designed, they offer you a new dimension for yourholiday.
Over-the-top equipment: autopilot Raymarine ST 7001,chart plotter, maxiview repeater, watermaker, microwave, freezer, 220 V& 12 V plugs, solar panels and a lot more.
Forthe monohulls, you can select one of the latest models of the Harmonyshipyard (Groupe Poncin) – the Harmony 38, Harmony 42, Harmony 47 andHarmony 52 with excellent sailing qualities and a very attractivedesign.
Equipment
All yachts are equipped with:
- Bimini top
- Electrical anchor windlass
- Roller furling genoa
- Full batten mainsail (easy furling mainsail)
- Self tailing winches
- Autopilot
- GPS
- Hot water
- Hot deck shower
- Additional ventilation
- Oversized water tanks and fridges
- CD-player with cockpit speakers
- Dinghy plus outboard engine
- Barbecue grill
For your personal comfort, you will find the following equipment for each guest onboard:
- Snorkeling gear for each guest (tuba, mask, fins)
- 2 sets of linen and towels per week (including bathing towels)
- Beach towels
Options, should you wish you can book the following options for each yacht:
- Child safety net
- Fishing rod
- Kayak
Fair winds and open blue water sailing will take you to Saint Martin and neighbouring islands including Saint-Barthélemy (French), Anguilla (British), Saba (Dutch), Sint Eustatius "Statia" (Dutch), Saint Kitts and Nevis (Independent, formerly British). With the exception of Nevis, all of these islands are easily visible on a clear day from St. Maarten. 
The French Saint-Martin is 21 square miles. It is known more for its nude beaches, clothes, shopping (including outdoor markets), and the greatest concentration and variety of restaurants at Grand Case. The French way of life is transported to the Caribbean from the language to the goods, as well as the cars, fashion, pastries, and cuisine. The small capital town of Marigot sits at the center of a spectacular scenic bay with must-see shops and restaurants. A visit to the festive open market on Mondays and Wednesdays is a great way to absorb the local color, taking in the arts, crafts, fresh tropical fruits, espresso, goods, and spices. 
The Dutch Saint Maarten is only 17 square miles and is known for its festive nightlife, beaches, jewelry, exotic drinks made with native rum-based guavaberry liquors, and numerous casinos. The capital, Philipsburg, is lined with pastel-colored clapboard Dutch-style buildings and is the destination for connoisseurs of fine cuisine and luxury shopping on Front Street. The Dutch side of the island is also known for a rather unique and unintentional tourist attraction. The Princess Juliana International Airport and its renowned “jet blast”. Due to its short runways, low flying planes flirt with sunbathers at Maho beach. Bystanders can be blown into the water by the jet blast from aircraft taking off on Runway 10. The blast produces semi-large waves, popular with windsurfers and skimboarders. Watching airplanes wave at the beach is such a popular activity that daily arrivals and departures are displayed on a board in most of the bars and restaurants.
