Through the Grenadines: Martinique – Tobago

Ten days of sailing through the southern Caribbean, from Martinique to Tobago, aboard the three-masted full-rigged ship Clipper Stad Amsterdam. Along the way: the Pitons of St. Lucia, green St. Vincent, charming Bequia and the turquoise lagoons of the Tobago Cays. A relaxed sailing cruise with fine meals on deck and all the time in the world to enjoy it at your own pace.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Martinique – St. Lucia – St. Vincent – Bequia – Tobago Cays – Tobago
Departure: 17 January 2027, 2:00 PM, Fort-de-France (Martinique)
Arrival: 26 January 2027, 11:00 AM, Pigeon Point (Tobago)
Duration: 10 days
Ship: Clipper Stad Amsterdam, three-masted full-rigged ship
Experience: not required, helping out is welcome

Prices per person

Double cabin: € 6,500
Single cabin: € 11,485

A cabin with a double bed is available on request, subject to availability. Some cabins can take extra beds for three or four people.

Included

✔ Cabin with private bathroom and air conditioning
✔ Breakfast, lunch and dinner
✔ Coffee, tea, soft drinks and the house selection of wine and beer
✔ Snacks at the sundowner
✔ Port and mooring fees
✔ Satellite wifi: 200 MB per person per day

Not included

✘ Flights and transfers
✘ Cocktails, spirits, specialty beers and exclusive wines
✘ Excursions and activities ashore
✘ Travel and cancellation insurance
✘ Personal expenses

SAILING THROUGH THE GRENADINES

The Grenadines are among the finest sailing areas in the world: a string of small islands between St. Vincent and Grenada, with white beaches, coral reefs and water in every shade of blue. On this sailing cruise from Martinique to Tobago you discover them aboard a real tall ship. No mass tourism, but a classic sailing ship with just a few dozen guests, anchoring in bays that large cruise ships cannot reach.

You sail on the trade winds, which blow here steadily for most of the year. If you like, you help the crew set the sails or take the helm for a while. If you prefer to relax, you find a spot in the shade on deck. A different island every day, a sundowner in the evening and dinner under the stars.

THE ROUTE

Martinique

You embark in Fort-de-France, the capital of this French island with its rainforests, sugar cane fields and the imposing Mont Pelée. After meeting the crew, the Clipper sets course south.

St. Lucia

The landmark of St. Lucia is the Pitons, two steep volcanic peaks rising from the sea near Soufrière and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can join a tour through the volcanic interior and to the sulphur springs, or simply swim in the bay at the foot of the Pitons.

St. Vincent

The ship anchors in Wallilabou Bay, a green bay on the west coast of this volcanic island. Steep forested slopes, black sand beaches and a village where time seems to stand still. Part of the film Pirates of the Caribbean was shot here.

Bequia

The largest island of the Grenadines is small, laid-back and colourful. Around Port Elizabeth you find brightly painted fishing boats, small shops and waterside terraces. The perfect place to wander and get a taste of real island life.

Tobago Cays

A protected marine park of five uninhabited islets, surrounded by a horseshoe-shaped coral reef. Here you snorkel among sea turtles and tropical fish in crystal-clear water. For many guests the highlight of the voyage.

Tobago

The voyage ends on Tobago, the quiet sister island of Trinidad. The coast around Englishman's Bay is among the most beautiful in the Caribbean, and at Buccoo Reef you can dive or snorkel. You disembark at Pigeon Point, with its famous palm-lined beach.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

Breakfast is served as a buffet. Lunch and dinner have several courses and are served on deck as much as possible in good weather, otherwise in the longroom. At sunset there are drinks with snacks. In the evening the ship usually anchors in a sheltered bay, where you can swim from the ship. You go ashore by tender.

THE CLIPPER STAD AMSTERDAM

The Clipper Stad Amsterdam is a 76-metre three-masted full-rigged ship, built in the style of the fast clippers of the nineteenth century. She combines the atmosphere of a historic sailing ship with modern comfort. There are 14 guest cabins of about 11 m², all with a private bathroom, air conditioning and porthole, finished in mahogany and brass. The atmospheric longroom is where you eat, read and meet fellow guests, and the spacious deck is the place for the sundowner or simply enjoying the wind in the sails.

WHO IS THIS SAILING TRIP FOR?

This voyage is ideal for anyone who wants to discover the Caribbean in a relaxed, authentic way. You do not need to be a sailor: the experienced crew sails the ship. Couples, friends and solo travellers all feel at home. And if you have sailed on the North Sea or the Atlantic before, you will discover how wonderful tropical sailing is.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Travel insurance covering medical costs, accidents and repatriation is mandatory. Cancellation insurance is recommended.
• Every guest completes a health declaration in advance. From age 75, a maritime medical certificate is required. You must be able to step over a threshold of about 60 cm and get in and out of the tender on your own.
• A valid passport is required. Check in advance what the countries visited require in terms of validity, visas and vaccinations.
• Please let us know any dietary requirements when booking.
• We recommend arriving one day before embarkation: the ship cannot wait for you.
• The weather sets the route: the captain may decide to motor, or to call at a port earlier or later.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need sailing experience?

No. The crew takes care of the sailing. You are always welcome to help, but it is never required.

How do I get to the ship?

You fly to Martinique (Aimé Césaire airport) and back from Tobago (A.N.R. Robinson airport), often with a connection via Trinidad. Flights are not included. We are happy to advise on the best connections.

What is the weather like in January?

January is in the Caribbean dry season. Expect temperatures of around 27 to 30 °C, sea water of about 26 °C and a fresh trade wind that is ideal for sailing.

Can I travel on my own?

Certainly. You can book a single cabin, or ask about the options for sharing a cabin.

Can I combine this trip?

Yes. The Clipper Stad Amsterdam sails in the Caribbean all winter. You can, for example, combine this voyage with the return trip from Tobago to Martinique or with a voyage from Sint Maarten. Feel free to ask us about the options.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.

The Clipper is 76 meters long and has 31 sails with a total surface of 2200 square meters. The ship has an authentic squared rig, a sharp clipper bow and sails as a passenger ship under the Dutch flag. The Clipper has 14 luxury cabins, a spacious dining room (the longroom) for dinners and presentations and an outdoor bar. The Clipper Stad Amsterdam can be booked privately for luxury cruises and corporate events. In addition, you can stay on board for a luxurious cruise or an adventurous sailing trip.

WELCOME ABOARD

The captain and his 30 crew members would like to welcome you

ON DECK

On the upper deck you can imagine yourself on a historic clipper from the nineteenth century. The beautiful bridge, the three enormous masts, the lines on deck, the beautifully maintained teak woodwork, the crew that lifts the sails the way it did in the nineteenth century: everything breathes the atmosphere of the rugged, nineteenth-century seafaring. At the same time, the passenger sailing ship Stad Amsterdam also has the luxury of the 21st century in store for you.

While the crew keeps the ship on course, our hospitality crew serves delicious drinks and snacks from the bar on deck, prepared by our chef in his galley.

THE LONGROOM

The longroom has a spacious bar and a small library. There is room for 55 people during a served lunch or dinner. The warm woodwork, the many copper and the round staircase with ornate bars are reminiscent of the look of the legendary Cutty Sark. Of course, all modern audio-visual means, for presentations and the like, are available.

THE CABINS

The 14 guest cabins are located on the inner deck and all have a porthole. Each cabin has a telephone (with satellite connection) and air conditioning. They are equipped as standard for two people, but can easily be adapted for a stay with three or four people.

All cabins are equipped with a private bathroom with sink, shower and toilet. The finish with lots of wood and copper work gives the cabins a classic look. All cabins are similar in layout and have an area of ​​about 11 m².