Sailing the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud II

The Sea Cloud II sails the natural features of the Caribbean and visits colonial towns, historic forts and botanical gardens. You'll learn about reef ecology while snorkeling among colorful corals and tropical fish. And, you'll discover the surprising mosaic of cultures created by the French, Dutch, English and Spanish who traded these islands as pawns and left their persisting imprints in a diversity of historic culture and architecture.

Itinerary

Day 1: U.S./Barbados/Embark

Embark your ship the Sea Cloud II in Barbados and set sail on your exploration of the wonders of the Caribbean.

Day 2: Under Sail

You have the day to enjoy one of the great pleasures of travel: sailing aboard your barque, seeing the crew go aloft unfurling the sails the traditional way ? by hand ? as you sail the trade winds. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the many amenities of your unique sailing vessel.

Day 3: Dominica/ Isles des Saintes

Dominica is called the ?Nature Island? because of its beauty and many reserves. Hike through enchanting rain forest, walk up to the ruins of 18th-century Fort Shirley with our Historian, or go for a swim and snorkel. In the evening anchor at beautiful Isles des Saintes. Enjoy the anchorage, or discover the nightlife ashore on your own.

Day 4: Iles des Saintes/Under Sail

Dominica is called the ?Nature Island? because of its beauty and many reserves. Hike through enchanting rain forest, walk up to the ruins of 18th-century Fort Shirley with our Historian, or go for a swim and snorkel. In the evening we anchor at beautiful Isles des Saintes. Enjoy the anchorage, or discover the nightlife ashore on your own.

Day 5: Under Sail/Soufrière & Les Pitons, St. Lucia

After a morning?s sailing, anchor under the iconic twin peaks of St. Lucia, called ?Les Pitons.? Drive through the active crater, plunge under a tropical waterfall, explore the beautiful botanical gardens, and finish with an incredible view from the hills above.

Day 6: Under Sail/Bequia, the Grenadines

After a morning?s sailing, arrive at tiny Bequia. Stroll the quaint waterfront, swim and snorkel, or visit the sea turtle sanctuary. Enjoy dinner aboard, or if you wish, take in the laid-back evening scene ashore.

Day 7: Tobago Cays/Under Sail

The morning is devoted to exploring the idyllic Tobago Cays Marine Park, with quintessential white-sand beaches and coral reefs. Enjoy a last swim and snorkel, before the Sea Cloud II heads back to Barbados.

Day 8: Barbados/Disembark/Home

Disembark in Barbados and board your independent flight home.