Saint Lucia Yacht Charter Information

St Lucia is an island which lies at about 25 nautical miles sail of open water to the South of Martinique and to the North of St Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean Sea. From afar, the island is easily recognizable by its pitons and mountain peaks which soar over 200ft from the sea.

Today, St Lucia is part of the British Crown Colony and belongs entirely to the Windward Islands. It is an island that one can only dream about; it is quite small and is a lush tropical gem that is still relatively unknown.

Due to its magnificent beaches and numerous lonely bays, combined with its mild climate all year round, St Lucia is considered as a perfect yacht charter destination in the Caribbean.

Most of the visiting yachts which come in the region, dock at the Rodney Bay which is a safe and tranquil lagoon; it is also a customs checkpoint and the marina provides tie up for this purpose.

To the southeast of Rodney Bay, lies the capital city of St Lucia, Castries which is a bustling, historic center. The southwest coast and most part of the island are rural, there are numerous traditional fishing villages and Soufrière is the oldest town on the island. 

During the high seasons, there is also the annual Atlantic Rally for cruises (the ARC race); it is the Worlds biggest transatlantic yacht race. The boats leave the Canary Islands in November and arrive at the famous Rodney Bay Marina in December. The competition manages about 150 boats and as most of the events which occur in St Lucia, this particular period is accompanied by various festivities.

At night, the dark sand beaches of St Lucia shimmer like ebony and it creates some amazing contrasts against the emerald green hills. For those travelers who have spent the day hiking or snorkeling, they can relax in one of the numerous moderately priced restaurants that are concentrated largely in the tourist areas.

A yacht charter in St Lucia is considered by most sailors as an unforgettable experience. Yacht charterers can visit the Marigot Bay which offers a pristine, unspoiled landscape that will leave you mesmerized.

There is also the Vieux port which is located in the most southern part of St. Lucia. It is the second-largest town on the island and a popular anchorage for yacht charters. In recent years a new modern part of Vieux Fort has been erected, yet if you walk along Clark Street and its surrounding roads, you will still see what is known as “The Old Town”.