Caribbean Sailing through Guadeloupe, Dominica, Martinique

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Where: The Caribbean

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Sail southbound through the Caribbean Sea from Guadeloupe to Dominica before finishing on the beautiful island of Martinique.

Your holiday will begin on the island of Guadeloupe, a French overseas region with its main island in the shape of a butterfly with the Salée River running in between. The mainland is hilly and home to beautiful long stretches of beaches and historic sugarcane fields. The magnificent Parc National de la Guadeloupe encompasses the beautiful Carbet Falls and the volcano of La Grande Soufrière.

Guadeloupe also has smaller surrounding islands that include Marie-Galante, La Désirade and the island of Dominica covered in mountainous rainforest reserves teeming with magnificent wildlife. The National Park is home to the volcanically heated, steam-covered Boiling Lake, hot springs and the 65m-tall Trafalgar Falls so don’t forget your swimsuit! The capital of Dominica, Roseau, is full of colourful traditionally Caribbean, timber houses and beautiful botanical gardens. Take the time to wander these islands and soak up that totally relaxed Caribbean atmosphere.

Your final destination will be the rugged and volcanic island of Martinique. Another overseas region of France, with its culture reflecting a lovely blend of French and West Indian influence. The north of the island is mountainous and home to Mont Pelée, an active volcano with an abundance of beautiful rainforest. The sand on the beaches in the north is a silvery grey as a result of the historic volcanic ash. The south of the island, however, is home to the iconic white sands with Fort-de-France its largest town, featuring steep hills and quaint narrow streets and the gardens of La Savane bordered by shops and cafes. Christopher Columbus landed on the island in 1502, after a 21-day trade wind passage he christened the island as Martinica.

The beauty of being on a ship in these breathtaking islands is that we can take you to the unspoilt, authentic Caribbean, away from the busy resorts and beaches. Experience true Caribbean culture, from small fishing villages to lively, colourful carnivals. The crew will aim to give you time to explore the islands as you wish, finding harbours to berth at and secluded bays to anchor in. Feel the sand between your toes, soak up the wonderfully colourful Caribbean culture, snorkel with the fantastic marine life or simply kick back and relax on the beach.

Wildlife in the Caribbean is a real treat. Spot graceful Green and Loggerhead Sea Turtles gliding effortlessly through the water and Bottlenose Dolphins swimming with the wake of the bow. Whales also frequent the Caribbean sea, with the warm water providing the perfect breeding grounds at this time of year for the humpback whale. Birdlife in the Caribbean is an incredibly beautiful sight. Keep your binoculars at the ready to spot these colourful delights. With species only native to the Caribbean, these are once in a lifetime encounters! Pink Flamingoes are also a common bird across the Caribbean islands; these sociable creatures inhabit the blue lagoons, mudflats and lakes, living in colonies that can contain thousands of individuals.

There is no fixed itinerary for your sailing holiday as Eye of the Wind will need to sail where the wind and weather take her. The Skipper will have a better idea of the holiday plan as you board and will give a briefing on your first evening.