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SAILING SEASON
December – April
Peak conditions January to March
COUNTRIES & COASTS
Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, St. Barts, Antigua, St. Martin
and the wider Caribbean
TEMPERATURE
24–30°C
Sea temp 25–28°C in season
DAYS OF SUNSHINE
300+
Per year across the region
LANGUAGES
English, French, Spanish
Widely spoken across the region
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The Americas and Caribbean together offer one of the most diverse yacht charter landscapes in the world, spanning warm-water island cruising, remote coastlines and vast open seas. From the easy rhythm of the Caribbean’s trade-wind sailing to the dramatic, large-scale environments of Alaska, Central America and Patagonia, the region is defined by contrast and flexibility. Cruising seasons vary by latitude, allowing for year-round charter opportunities, and itineraries range from relaxed island hopping to more exploratory journeys. Well suited to both first-time and experienced charter guests, the Americas and Caribbean reward those seeking variety, freedom and a highly tailored approach to travel.

Enquire about The Americas & Caribbean
The Americas & Caribbean
Key Highlights

What makes The Americas & Caribbean exceptional

  • St. Barts - French Caribbean luxury
  • British Virgin Islands - Sailing Mecca
  • Grenadines - Untouched tropical beauty
  • Bahamas - Exumas and swimming pigs

3 reasons The Americas & Caribbean
belongs on your charter list

1

Perfect Conditions

Enjoy steady trade winds, warm waters, and ideal sailing conditions throughout the winter season.

2

Island Variety

Choose from hundreds of islands, each offering unique character from party scenes to complete seclusion.

3

Water Sports Paradise

Snorkel vibrant reefs, dive shipwrecks, kitesurf, and enjoy every imaginable water activity.

The places that
define The Americas & Caribbean

Dunns River Falls
Dunns River Falls
Terraced limestone cascades tumbling directly to the sea, best arrived at before the day boats
Pelican Bar
Pelican Bar
A handbuilt wooden bar on a sandbar a mile offshore, reachable only by tender and entirely unlike anywhere else
Middle Caicos
Middle Caicos
The largest island in the archipelago, largely undeveloped, with limestone caves that open directly onto the beach
Saint John's
Saint John's
Antigua's colourful capital, with a working harbour, local rum shacks, and a market that rewards an early morning ashore
Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens
Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens
Mineral waterfall fed by geothermal springs, tropical gardens, and remnants of 18th-century French baths
Scotland Bay, Trinidad
Trinidad
Scotland Bay
Sheltered anchorage accessible only by boat — hiking trails, wildlife, and one of the few protected bays on Trinidad's north coast

Planning your The Americas & Caribbean voyage

DECEMBER – APRIL

Peak Season

The Caribbean is at its best during the winter months. Warm, settled conditions, steady trade winds, and clear waters create ideal cruising. From the Bahamas to the Leeward and Windward Islands, this is the prime season for island-hopping and relaxed, sun-filled itineraries. 24–30°C

MAY – JUNE, NOVEMBER

Shoulder Season

A quieter, more flexible time to cruise. Conditions remain warm, with fewer crowds and greater availability across the region. Ideal for those seeking a more private experience while still enjoying favourable weather. 25–31°C

JULY – OCTOBER

Low Season

The Caribbean enters its off-season, with higher humidity and increased chance of tropical systems. Some yachts reposition during this period, though select areas such as the southern Caribbean remain viable for cruising. Best suited to flexible itineraries and experienced planning. 27–32°C