Virgin Islands Explorer

Virgin Islands Explorer

Philipsburg to Philipsburg

Dec 14, 2024 to Dec 21, 2024

7 Days

SeaDream I

12446A

Embark on an enriching journey through the British Virgin Islands and French-infused St. Barths. Begin in Dutch-flavored Sint Maarten before sailing through the British Virgin Islands—where you are met by Spanish Town, your gateway to The Baths, Virgin Gorda’s geologic wonder made of awe-inspiring boulders that form sheltered sea pools on the beach’s edge; Beef Island’s white-sand beaches and unspoiled nature; and the vibrant coral reefs and fascinating flora and fauna of Anguilla’s Sandy Ground. Explore the lush island paradise of Saba before overnighting in chic St. Barths, a jetsetter’s Caribbean playground. Swim in Tortola’s Soper’s Hole and explore the hidden bays and water-level caves of Norman Island. Let time stand still in Prickly Pear, an uninhabited national-park island on the North Sound of Virgin Gorda, fringed by spectacular coral reefs. Your journey ends where it began, so may explore more of Philipsburg, Sint Maarten’s lively capital.

Date Ports of Call Arrive Depart
Dec 14, 2024 Philipsburg,
Sint Maarten, Dutch Caribbean
2 PM - 4 PM
(Embarkation)
Evening
Dec 15, 2024 Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda,
B. V. I.
Morning Afternoon
Dec 15, 2024 Trellis Bay, Beef Island,
B. V. I.
Afternoon Late Evening
Dec 16, 2024 Sandy Ground,
Anguilla, B.W.I.
Morning Evening
Dec 17, 2024 Saba,
Netherlands Antilles
Morning Afternoon
Dec 17, 2024 Gustavia,
St. Barths, F.W.I.
Evening Overnight
Dec 18, 2024 Gustavia,
St. Barths, F.W.I.
Evening
Dec 19, 2024 Soper's Hole, Tortola,
B. V. I.
Morning Afternoon
Dec 19, 2024 Norman Island,
B. V. I.
Afternoon Evening
Dec 20, 2024 Prickly Pear,
B. V. I.
Morning Evening
Dec 21, 2024 Philipsburg,
Sint Maarten, Dutch Caribbean
Morning 8 AM - 10 AM
(Disembarkation)

Ports

  • Philipsburg
    Philipsburg

    Philipsburg is the main town on the Dutch side of St. Maarten. The town is situated on a narrow stretch of land between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. Philipsburg was founded in 1763 by John Philips, a Scottish captain in the Dutch navy. The settlement soon became a center for international trade. The main shopping district is located on Front Street and is in the heart of the city. Many consider Philipsburg to be the best shopping opportunity in the Caribbean. Depending on the traffic, SeaDream has the option to anchor or dock alongside. One of the highlight activities may be to participate in the America’s Cup 12 Metre Regatta.

  • Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda
    Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda

    Nearly every publication written about Virgin Gorda will emphasize the need to visit “The Baths” – don’t miss it! SeaDream generally arrives early and anchors off Spanish Town to give guests an early start to view The Baths before all of the tourists arrive from the neighboring Islands. You may also consider excellent scuba diving options or an opportunity to swim with the dolphins. SeaDream navigates scenically up the coast and arrives in North Sound to anchor just off the Bitter End Yacht Club. Here we offer watersports, land adventures, hiking options with the crew and tenders to the Bitter End! Depending on the voyage, you may also visit Prickly Pear Island for another signature Champagne & Caviar Splash® option with an incredible setting.

  • Trellis Bay, Beef Island
    Trellis Bay, Beef Island

    Nestled in the British Virgin Islands, Trellis Bay, Beef Island is a tranquil, picturesque coastal town known for its laid-back charm, artistic flair, and scenic anchorage. Sitting just east of Tortola, Trellis Bay delights visitors as both a cultural hub and a natural haven, offering unsurpassed Caribbean island serenity, long stretches of white sand, alluring turquoise waters, and gorgeous shorelines. SeaDream exclusively drops anchor in this beautiful bay in the late afternoon until midnight for the island’s evening Full Moon Party—a celebratory experience where guests sway to the rhythmic beats of local music, witness the charm of lively fire dancers, and absorb the tantalizing aroma of savory Caribbean cuisine.

  • Sandy Ground
    Sandy Ground

    This British Overseas Territory is becoming more popular due to the incredible resort options as well as world recognized beaches and amazing golf. SeaDream offers an opportunity to tee off, snorkel, or, for the energetic, bike around the island with the Club Director. Naturally, we will also offer water sports while we are anchored off Sandy Ground.

  • Saba
    Saba

    This Caribbean paradise is a special municipality of the Netherlands. Due to this fact, Saba is actually the location of the tallest, or highest point/elevation of the Netherlands, even though it is a few thousand miles away from its European homeland. With an estimated local population of just over 2,000 people, Saba is now primarily supported by tourism, and is known for a concentration on “eco-tourism”. This includes diving, hiking, and climbing its mountainous terrain. The island is so small that there is only 1 main road, and its airport is well-known for having one of the shortest commercial runways in the world. The island’s intimate size, picturesque Red rooftops and lush vegetation make it a perfect port to call on during your special Caribbean yachting vacation.

  • Gustavia
    Gustavia

    Perhaps our most treasured destination in the Caribbean! This small island belonging to the French West Indies has so much to offer our SeaDream guests. Incredible shopping only steps away from the pier. Incredible beaches, resorts, restaurants and activities both day and night. SeaDream has created various land adventures for you to discover the island from sea or land. Ask one of the officers to take you on a hike or bike ride around the island. Another great activity here is to simply relax and watch all of the incredible yachts arriving and departing just off your SeaDream yacht.

  • Soper's Hole, Tortola
    Soper's Hole, Tortola

    This marina on Tortola's West End retained its quaint charm while being a center of activity and voted the best marina in the BVIs. Soper's Hole imparts a great sense of place and physical intimacy and is considered one of the most picturesque marinas in the Caribbean. SeaDream is offering several land adventures including, snorkeling, scuba diving, land rover safari and swimming with the dolphins. For guests wanting some extra activity, ask the Captain or Club Director to set up a bike ride to Road Town along the coastal road. For guests wanting to simply shop or explore the marina, we suggest checking out Pusser’s Landing along with the cute boutiques.

  • Norman Island
    Norman Island

    Norman Island is located at the southern tip of the British Virgin Islands. It could very well be the very same island reputed to be the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson's pirate novel Treasure Island. It is said that the island was named after a pirate who purchased it at some point during the early 18th century. The island is uninhabited and privately owned by Dr Henry Jarecki. Its area is about 600 acres (2.4 km²), and it is about 2.5 miles (4 km) long. A large harbor is known as "The Bight" offers one of the most protected anchorages in the area. Guests will enjoy some great hiking opportunities as well as snorkeling and scuba diving. Another attractive option may be to check out the Willie T that is generally anchored in the harbor or simply have a beverage at the Pirates Bight Bar.

  • Prickly Pear
    Prickly Pear

    A stunning island situated in the North Sound of Virgin Gorda and got its name because of the large flowering cactus all over the island. The island was declared a National Park in 1988 meaning the 180 acres will have no further development, just an island filled with natural beauty. Breathtaking hiking trails start from the main beach Vixen Point, winds around the island filled with salt ponds heading to the north shore which has two other amazing secluded beaches.


Suites & Staterooms

*Single Supplement for this voyage is 175% for Yacht Club Deck 2, 3 and 4. For Commodore, Admiral and Owners Suite, a 200% single supplement rate applies.


Government, Port, Document Issuance, Handling & Service fees: $420 per guest (included)


Please Note: Fares are capacity controlled and may change without notice. The fares are per person based on double occupancy. Single and third person rates are also available. SeaDream Yacht Club strongly recommends that all guests purchase travel insurance.


Yachting Land Adventures & Activities

  • Philipsburg - Transfers / Private Arrangements / Pre and Post Stays / Accommodations - Philipsburg, St. Maarten

    Description

    Our Destination Specialists “St. Maarten Lagoon Incentives" can assist with making your pre-arranged transfers, hotels accommodations and any other personalized pre or post cruise arrangements for your SeaDream cruise embarking or disembarking from Philipsburg, St. Maarten.

    If you have any questions, please contact St. Maarten Lagoon Incentives directly:
    Email: sid@lagoongroup.com
    Phone: +590 690 247213
    or Ami: ami@lagoongroup.com
    Phone: +590 690 18 4025

    Notes

    Duration

    N/A hour(s)

    Price

    (USD)

  • Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda - The Baths - Roundtrip Spanish Town

    Description

    This is the "Must-see & Do" Yachting Land Adventure on Virgin Gorda, if not in the entire British Virgin Islands. Open-air safari wagons will take you and your fellow SeaDreamers on a short twenty-minute ride through the village of Spanish Town to discover The Baths, an intriguing group of sea caves and unusual rock formations, spectacularly set on an amazing beach. From the parking area follow the winding footpath down to the beach to explore this geological wonder. Wade knee deep through the sea caves formed by mammoth boulders and bask in the shafts of sunlight pouring through the natural ceiling into the pools below. Learn about the boulders' origins and the many curious names given to the rock formations. Swim, relax and enjoy the ambiance of this piece of paradise. Then, retrace your footprints in the sand and ascend the path to the Top of the Baths where you will enjoy a fresh fruit smoothie. There is also time to relax and take a dip in the pool before departing via the safari wagons for the return to your SeaDream yacht.

    Notes

    Please bring swimwear, towel and sunscreen. The portion of the adventure involving actual exploration of the cave area can be considered strenuous to some so set your own pace; do as much or as little as you wish. Guests who prefer to enjoy the beach during this portion of the adventure are welcome to do so. Wear comfortable walking shoes as the footpath to The Baths is uneven and water shoes (not flip flops) in the water. While walking the path through The Baths, your feet will get wet. A backpack will be more convenient than a shoulder bag when walking through The Baths. A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures, and some may have limited capacity. All adventures in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change and their operation may be dependent upon sea conditions. Final departure times will be published on-board.
    If this tour operates on the first day of your voyage, we strongly recommend you prebook this before embarking to avoid any disappointment.

    Duration

    3.5 hour(s)

    Price

    89 (USD)

  • Sandy Ground - Shoal Bay Beach Break

    Description

    Discover Shoal Bay Beach, one of the top beaches in the world, on this Yachting Land Adventure that includes your transfers with a reserved beach lounge chair and shared umbrella. Upon arrival a cool cocktail welcomes you at this stunning place.

    This beach can compete with any beach in the world and also has a great reef for snorkeling. Shoal Bay is the most popular beach in Anguilla and attracts locals, tourists, and day trippers from the neighboring island of St. Martin for a good reason.

    You will be transferred to Shoal Bay Beach and greeted with a cocktail upon your arrival. Here you will have a reserved beach lounge chair and shared umbrella waiting for you. Your time here is on your own schedule. You can relax and enjoy the view of the two-mile sandy beach, swim, snorkel or take a stroll in the fine sand from one end to the other. Restaurants, beach bars and hotels line Shoal Bay's shores. Additional water sports equipment can be rented directly if you wish. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the moments you spent on one of the best beaches in the world.

    Notes

    You will be dropped off and picked up at an assigned, central location. Your beach lounge chair and umbrella are reserved so there is no worry about finding one. There are also several restaurants and bars along the beach where you can enjoy a local snack and drinks. If you plan to snorkel, be sure to bring your equipment from the yacht.
    A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. All adventures and prices in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Final departures times will be advised onboard.
    If this tour operates on the first day of your voyage, we strongly recommend you prebook this before embarking to avoid any disappointment.

    Duration

    4 hour(s)

    Price

    129 (USD)

  • Sandy Ground - Speed Boat Beach Hopping & Snorkeling

    Description

    Board a private speed boat and set off to your first snorkel spot at Little Bay, the tiniest beach on Anguilla and one of the most beautiful locations to snorkel. It is also one of the most private beaches on Anguilla, since the only way to get there is by foot or by water. Since it is protected by high cliffs on three sides there is hardly any surf, making it a perfect snorkel stop. Snorkeling in these crystal-clear warm waters will be a rewarding experience with plenty of colorful fish, squids and shells. In general, Anguilla is well known for its snorkeling and has an abundance of fish; you can find the feisty little black-barred Sergeant Major and plenty of colorful Wrasses, Snappers and Grunts. Then on to the second snorkel stop, which is at Shoal Bay, where you will find a reef abundant with coral and sea fans, along with Parrot Fish, Blue Tang and even Trunk Fish, the ones that look like little triangular boxes. After this, the third stop will be Sandy Island also well known for its excellent snorkeling. After this last snorkel experience, you will board the speed boat to return to the pier in Road Bay while enjoying a well-deserved rum punch.

    Notes

    Guests must be able to swim and feel comfortable with snorkeling equipment. In addition, the boat captain will use his discretion when selecting the stops and snorkeling locations based upon the current weather and sea conditions for the best guest experience.
    A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures, and some may have limited capacity. All SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures are subject to change. Final departure times will be published on-board. If this tour operates on the first day of your voyage, we strongly recommend you prebook this before embarking to avoid any disappointment.

    Duration

    3 hour(s)

    Price

    339 (USD)

  • Saba - Hiking The Crispeen Track

    Description

    If you like a good workout in beautiful natural surroundings, this hike is for you! Enjoy some of Saba’s unspoiled beauty with a hike along the Crispeen Track.

    Named for Saint Crispeen, the patron saint of shoemakers, this vigorous trail starts at the little town known as The Bottom. From the tender pier, you get to the starting point by local taxi van and set out with your local nature guide. The guide will point out the island flora as the trail leads you through the rainforest, across fields and over a forest ridge.

    The trail continues through pasture land, highlighting views of The Bottom and secondary rainforest, until it meets with the Mt. Scenery Trail. From this point, a downhill trek of about 300 steps brings you to the town of Windward side, where you will be able to enjoy a refreshing lemonade and a local Johnny Cake at the new Colibri Café or do some shopping. At the time and place designated by your driver, you will be picked up for the ride down to the tender landing and your SeaDream yacht.

    Notes

    As this is a hike covering a distance of approximately 3½ miles, (mostly uphill), please wear appropriate footwear. Participants must be in good physical health. Bring protection from the sun and some water from the gangway. We recommend that you keep your hands free so bring a small backpack if you have one. Pack your bathing suit for a swim after the hike at Tropics Cafe pool; towels will be provided.

    A minimum participation is required to operate all SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures (YLAs) and some have limited capacity. All SeaDream YLAs are subject to change. Final departure times will be published onboard.

    Duration

    3 hour(s)

    Price

    149 (USD)

  • Saba - Saba Sights

    Description

    Find out today why the charming island of Saba has been dubbed the "unspoiled queen." This SeaDream Yachting Land Adventure (YLA) will introduce you to the island's history and main points of interest and is your best and most convenient way to "see it all." Your sightseeing is conducted in the local taxi vans that await to show you the island's main villages and magnificent scenery.

    Starting at the port, you first visit "The Bottom", Saba's capital. Then continue through St. John's, home to the island's schools, where you have an incredible vantage point of the neighboring islands of St. Eustatius, St. Kitts and Nevis. Then pass-through Windward Side, the village at the highest elevation, enroute to Hell's Gate. Here the local ladies have their Saba Lacework on display, and there is a beautiful view of Saba's death-defying airport and surrounding islands from the Holy Rosary Church. Finally, return to Windward Side for some free time to explore the village, do some shopping or grab a snack before returning to the harbor.

    Please do not judge the beauty of this magnificent island by the industrial looking harbor. This island simply should not be missed.

    Notes

    A minimum participation is required to operate all SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures (YLAs), and some have limited capacity. All SeaDream YLAs are subject to change. Final departure times will be published onboard.

    Duration

    2.5 hour(s)

    Price

    99 (USD)

  • Soper's Hole, Tortola - Land Rover Adventure - Sopers Hole

    Description

    This SeaDream Land Adventure is a fun and exciting drive in a land rover safari jeep, on and off-road, virgin trails and some regular island roads. Enjoy wonderful vistas of Tortola and the surrounding islands from viewpoints not accessed by the general public.

    Departing the tender dock at Soper's Hole Marina, the Land rover convoy quickly drives along the shoreline before ascending up to Ridge Road. The route takes participants on a fun adventure, revealing the natural beauty of the island and the unspoiled scenery, flora, and fauna. Stops are made for taking pictures before travelling through the wooded Belmont Estate where a stop is made at a secluded beach where a refreshing local drink is served. Rinse the "dust of the trail" off with a swim in the sea or relax on the white-sand beach before continuing back to the yacht.

    Notes

    Please wear swimwear under cover up. Bring beach towels and sun screen. A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures, and some may have limited capacity. This SeaDream Yachting Land Adventure program is subject to changes or restrictions at any time. Final departure times will be advised on-board.

    Duration

    3.5 hour(s)

    Price

    115 (USD)

  • Soper's Hole, Tortola - Virgin Canopy Adventure - Sopers Hole

    Description

    High in the hills overlooking Road Town lays a “Shangri-La” of lush vegetation, tropical birds and flowers and a fun attraction on the island of Tortola – the original virgin canopy experience. Similar to a zipline, but much safer and quieter, the original canopy tour will provide you with all the thrills and adrenaline you are looking for but is also an ecotour and fun for all members of the family. Even experienced zipline riders will find this tour something that can't be missed. After this adventure, you will be able to take in the million-dollar view, purchase refreshments or snacks or just relax.

    Notes

    Please wear comfortable, closed toe shoes and shorts or pants. Kindly note that you will be asked to sign a waiver prior to participating. Maximum weight is 120 kg / 270 Ibs. There is no height restriction. A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures, and some may have limited capacity. All adventures in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Final departure times will be published on-board.

    Duration

    3 hour(s)

    Price

    199 (USD)

  • Norman Island - Snorkeling at Treasure Island

    Description

    This delightful adventure begins when you board a twin-engine snorkel launch to two of the BVIs’ prime snorkeling sites. You will snorkel at the famed Caves at Norman Island with a reputed history of piracy and immortalized in Robert Louis Stevenson's famous book: "Treasure Island." Afterwards you will continue on to “The Indians” – a small archipelago of uninhabited islets for a second snorkeling opportunity which is in shallower waters before returning back to your SeaDream Yacht. An experienced snorkel instructor will accompany you to both of these sites and provide you with added information on what you should not miss seeing.

    Notes

    Alternative snorkel locations may be selected according to sea and weather conditions. Masks, snorkel tubes and snorkel vests are provided, as well as instruction for novices.
    Approximately 1.5 hours of snorkel time is provided.
    Drinking water is available on board.
    We recommend that you bring a towel, sunscreen and wear your swimwear. Tour sequence may vary.
    Kindly note that you will be asked to sign a waiver prior to participating. If this tour operates on the first day of your voyage, we strongly recommend you prebook this before embarking to avoid any disappointment.

    Duration

    2.5 hour(s)

    Price

    139.00 (USD)

Prices are per person, in USD. Duration is in hours.


Testimonials

This was undoubtedly the best trip my wife and I have ever had. Thank you for this amazing experience. Mr & Mrs FilhoBrazil
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