
Martinique One Week Bareboat Itinerary
- Line of sight cruising
- French-Caribbean culture
- Lush rainforests
- Underwater sculpture park
- Black sand beaches
- Sheltered harbours
The Paris of the Caribbean
Soak up the charming mix of French flair and laid-back Caribbean vibes when you experience a Martinique yacht charter. This picturesque island lays between St. Lucia and Dominica in the Lesser Antilles. Martinique was formed by volcanic activity, which has created one of a kind landscapes including black sand beaches and tropical rainforests. Martinique’s cultural melting pot seamlessly blends French culture with local island charm, making it a top destination among fashionistas, hikers, and sailors.
Fuelled by rich volcanic soil, Martinique features a lush rainforest covering mountains and set behind beautiful beaches. With an average temperature of 24-30˚C and consistent trade winds blowing in from the northeast, sailors will enjoy a tropical climate and ideal cruising conditions. Anchorages and stopovers are easy to navigate with line of sight cruising, with plenty of mooring buoys available.
A Sunsail yacht charter in Martinique is the best way to explore and enjoy everything this island has to offer. Find yourself among sheltered harbours, exotic snorkelling spots, and even a handful of hot springs. Hiking enthusiasts enjoy the guided trails through lush rainforest, and the peaks of Carbet and Mont Pelée offer especially breathtaking views. The capital of Martinique, Fort de France, is an epicentre for French-Caribbean culture with mouthwatering cuisine. Feast your eyes on natural and man-made beauty at Saint-Pierre’s underwater sculpture park, tour Habitation Clement’s antique rum distillery, and tempt your taste buds with the flakiest croissants you’ve ever sunk your teeth into.
Explore the perfect blend of French-Caribbean culture and unparalleled natural landscapes when you sail the waters of Martinique. Surround yourself with lush rainforests and discover everything this island has to offer.
Level 1 destinations offer the easiest, most forgiving sailing ideal for novices and less experienced sailors. Lazy line mooring, line-of-sight navigation and calm conditions mean you won’t sail outside your comfort zone.
Max temp (°C) | Min temp (°C) | Avg # Wet Days | Avg wind speed (knots) | Wind direction | |
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January | 28 | 24 | 18 | 25-30 | NE |
February | 28 | 24 | 14 | 25-30 | E |
March | 28 | 25 | 14 | 15-20 | E |
April | 29 | 26 | 14 | 15-20 | E |
May | 30 | 27 | 16 | 12-15 | SE |
June | 29 | 27 | 16 | 12-15 | SE |
July | 29 | 27 | 18 | 12-15 | SE |
August | 30 | 27 | 20 | 12-15 | SE |
September | 30 | 27 | 17 | 12-15 | SE |
October | 30 | 26 | 15 | 12-15 | SE |
November | 29 | 26 | 18 | 12-15 | NE |
December | 28 | 25 | 17 | 15-20 | NE |
8:00am – 5:00pm Monday to Saturday
8:00am – 1:00pm Sunday
The layout and structure of our yachts may not be suitable for those people with reduced mobility, please contact one of our holiday planners to discuss your individual needs