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Escape to Antigua

Antigua may pack 365 beaches into one small island, but with clear seas, consistent breeze and a full regatta calendar, the beaches are just the start. Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean‘s Leeward Islands, Antigua is the best that sailing has to offer: warm, gentle trade winds, safe anchorages, turquoise waters, and deserted white sand beaches. 

Charter a yacht and set sail in Antigua from our base at Nelson’s Dockyard, where you’ll find a thrumming nightlife and lively bars filled with sailors drinking rum cocktails. From here, you’re perfectly positioned to explore both Antigua and her chilled-out little sister Barbuda. Drop anchor in Deep Bay and snorkel the famous shipwreck The Andes, huddled under the blue waters in the middle of the bay.

Step onto dry land for an evening and join one of Antigua’s famous ‘jump-ups’, an all-night steel drum dancing session. Embark on a 30m reach north and spend the next afternoon relaxing on tranquil Barbuda. Here you’ll find satiny stretches of pink coral sands for relaxing and colourful reefs for snorkelling. Birds far outnumber people on Barbuda, so take it easy and enjoy the solitude of the reef-protected shores.

Highlights

  • Excellent wreck and reef diving
  • A stunning beach for each day of the year
  • Blue water sailing in steady trade winds
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Antigua one-week sailing itinerary

Beautiful bays and beaches

A bareboat charter vacation is your chance to explore the sparkling waters and deserted coves of Antigua and Barbuda. Cruise through the clear Caribbean Sea in the company of turtles, dolphins and frigate birds, discovering the many bays and beaches of Antigua or sailing further afield to the islands of Barbuda, Nevis and St. Kitts. Use our suggested itinerary to make the most of your Antigua bareboat sailing holiday or forge out independently and discover your own adventure.

Highlights

  • Sail with dolphins
  • Irresistible island culture
  • Hiking Antigua’s forested hills
  • Caribbean cruising
  • Snorkelling Freeman Bay
  • Barbuda’s deserted bays and beaches
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What Guests are Saying

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Simply because of the reputation, and easy of my experience thus far and I know the fleets are comparable around the world at other chartering destinations

Lauren De Remer Phuket

I got prompt responses to all my questions prior to our arrival. The check-in process with the office was so smooth and helpful. Our skippers were excellent! Took us to remarkable snorkeling spots, taught us the basics of being at the helm, and were fun to spend time with.

Patti Freeman Grenada

The flotilla lead crew assistance with reserving berths at quays, Med moorings, technical issues, and social events to meet crews from all over the world all makes for a wonderful Mediterranean sailing experience.

Jay Johnson Agana

I did my sailing course with Sunsail many years ago and it was very professional. When we arrived for our charter the staff were very professional. The boat was almost brand new and presented beautifully. We had no problems for the entire week. We would definitely come back and use Sunsail again.

Simon Ward Lefkas

Sunsail Athens personnel where incredibly helpful, knowledgeable ,and accommodating

Charles White Athens-Lavrion

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