Leeward Islands Discovery

Leeward Islands Discovery

St. John's, Antigua to Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Nov 16, 2024 to Nov 23, 2024

7 Days

SeaDream II

22443

Club Voyage

The French West Indies and British Virgin Islands come alive on a journey of exceptional exploration. Spend a day strolling historic Falmouth Bay, a short walk from Nelson’s Dockyard and the English Harbour. Explore the verdant mountainous landscape of Nevis and venture into the island’s charming cobblestoned capital of Charlestown. See the isle of St. Kitts through the eyes of South Friar’s Bay, stretching along the isthmus coast of the island’s southeast peninsula. Take in Dutch-infused Philipsburg, the lively capital of Sint Maarten, before overnighting in chic St. Barths, the jetsetter’s Caribbean playground. Soak in The Baths, Virgin Gorda’s geologic wonder made of awe-inspiring boulders that form sheltered sea pools on the beach’s edge. Discover the hidden bays and water-level caves of Norman Island and Jost van Dyke’s sheltered White Bay.

Date Ports of Call Arrive Depart
Nov 16, 2024 St. John's, Antigua,
Antigua and Barbuda
2 PM - 4 PM
(Embarkation)
Evening
Nov 17, 2024 Falmouth Bay,
Antigua and Barbuda
Morning Evening
Nov 18, 2024 Charlestown, Nevis,
St. Kitts & Nevis
Morning Evening
Nov 19, 2024 Philipsburg,
Sint Maarten, Dutch Caribbean
Morning Afternoon
Nov 19, 2024 Gustavia,
St. Barths, F.W.I.
Afternoon Overnight
Nov 20, 2024 Gustavia,
St. Barths, F.W.I.
Evening
Nov 21, 2024 Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda,
B. V. I.
Morning Morning
Nov 21, 2024 Norman Island,
B. V. I.
Afternoon Evening
Nov 22, 2024 White Bay, Jost van Dyke,
B. V. I.
Morning Evening
Nov 23, 2024 Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas,
U.S.V.I.
Morning 8 AM - 10 AM
(Disembarkation)

Ports

  • St. John's, Antigua
    St. John's, Antigua

    St. John’s is the capital of the island of Antigua, in Antigua and Barbuda, located in the Caribbean West Indies. The island is defined by its intricate coastline, reef-fringed bays, and picturesque harbors, including English Harbour and the harbor of St. John’s, a frequent embarkation port for SeaDream travelers and guests’ gateway to island exploration. The island boasts sheltered white-sand beaches, a rich cultural heritage that lies in its eighteenth-century Nelson’s Dockyard, and the largest nesting colony of frigate birds in the entire Caribbean.

  • Falmouth Bay
    Falmouth Bay

    Falmouth Bay is a short walk from Nelson's Dockyard and the English Harbour. Historic buildings and mills surround it. This harbor and the quiet village has plenty of shops, restaurants and the yacht club. Historic sites, tasty cuisine and a lively cultural scene can all be found on Antigua. But most often it's the beauty and versatility of the island's 365 beaches that draw travelers from afar. Land Adventure possibilities include a helicopter ride over Montserrat, a jeep and snorkel safari and a St. John’s City and shopping exploration.

  • Charlestown, Nevis
    Charlestown, Nevis

    Nevis is one of our favorite islands, and we encourage you to explore Nevis beyond the small town to make the most of your visit! We offer several excellent and varied options for you to do so and still leave you with plenty of time on your own for the beach. Less commercial and laidback than its large neighbor St. Kitts, Nevis, at first glimpse, offers a stunning approach with dramatic views of the potentially active volcanic Nevis Peak (3,232 feet/985 meters). Your SeaDream tender will bring you within a few steps of the small town center. Charlestown does not offer too many sightseeing or shopping opportunities though the house where American statesman Alexander Hamilton was born is only a short walk away along the waterfront (now the Museum of Nevis History). To enjoy Nevis to its full potential, we recommend that you divide your day into Morning, Lunch/Afternoon and Evening activities. Morning - Start your day by exploring the island, above or under water, on one of our fun optional Land Adventures. They are all enjoyable & exciting, and you will also support the local community. The Four Seasons Resort still offers incredible golf options as well as beautiful beach and dining facilities. Another option for lunch is the L'Escale French Caribbean-style bistro, just down the road near the Oualie Pier. Evening - For a romantic sunset with cocktails and a snack or dinner, we like to take the short drive to see Gillian, the owner of the charming Bananas Restaurant, which offers lovely views surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Of course, there is also Sunshine's Beach Bar & Grill, home of the famous "Killer Bee" Caribbean rum drink. We hope that the above recommendations allow you to plan your special day on Nevis. Now, all you have to do is to decide which of the optional morning activities to join.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • White Bay, Jost van Dyke
    White Bay, Jost van Dyke

    The BVI’s barefoot island and home of the "Painkiller" drink. Population depends on the month – typically 250-300. This is another SeaDream destination where you may be served Champagne & Caviar Splash® followed by a beach barbecue lunch. A hike is always offered to guests to visit the famous Foxy’s Bar at Great Harbour (hopefully, the boutique is open) or you can stroll a few meters down the beach to the Soggy Dollar Bar. Snorkeling equipment is provided as well as some of our water toys!

  • Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
    Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

    The capital and largest city in the U.S. Virgin Islands. It has two ports of call for cruise vessels, Havensight and Crown Bay. SeaDream yachts are almost always docked at Crown Bay which is very close to the airport. In the event the yachts call to the island as a port of call rather than an embarkation point, you will find the yacht anchored in the bay and tendering downtown. The island has tons of history, beautiful beaches, a fantastic golf course and incredible shopping options.


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

  • St. John's, Antigua - Transfers / Private Arrangements / Pre and Post Stays / Accommodations - St John's, Antigua

    Description

    Our Destination Specialists “The Rendezvous Company" 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 St. John's, Antigua.

    If you have any questions, please contact The Rendezvous Company directly:
    Email: info@rendezvousantigua.com
    Phone: +1 268 480 1007

    Notes

    Duration

    hour(s)

    Price

    (USD)

  • Falmouth Bay - Heli Flight Over Montserrat Volcano

    Description

    You will be met at the tender landing site by your tour guide and driven to the helicopter pad at Fort James in St John’s. After your orientation and safety briefing, here you will board your awaiting private helicopter for a fully narrated and truly memorable and unique Montserrat Volcano tour.
    On this 45-minute, pilot-narrated flight, you will fly to Montserrat to tour its "Exclusion Zone," an area covering 80 sq. kms made off-limits to both ground transportation and habitation. This makes the helicopter the only way to get an up-close look at the Soufriere Hills Volcano.
    The volcano rises to 3,000 feet above sea level and frequently emits a combination of ash, smoke, and steam. Survey the massive Tar River Gorge and Delta found 1,000 feet below, which has formed as a result of pyroclastic flows.
    You will witness what is left of small villages devastated by past eruptions before touring the charred remains of Plymouth, the country’s former capital, now uninhabited and in some places buried under 40 feet of ash.
    On the seaside, observe the former location of the W.H. Bramble Airport - abandoned after the 1997 eruptions. Portions of this airport, including the runway were still visible until the partial dome collapse on 11 February 2010, which buried what was left.
    This SeaDream Yachting Land Adventure (YLA) is operated using Airbus EC130 helicopters, and the spacious cabins can comfortably accommodate the pilot and up to 6 passengers. Their raised, forward-facing, theatre-style seating and absence of partitions that block the view ensure spectacular visibility from every seat.

    Notes

    Route may vary due to weather and volcanic activity. The maximum weight to participate is 230 lbs. per person , and maximum height is 6’ 4”. Kindly provide your weight in the "Booking Number (Optional)" field when completing the Pre-Booking Guest Information Form.

    Actual flying time is approximately 45 to 50 minutes. It is essential you bring your passport as you may need to clear both Antigua and Montserrat immigration and we recommend you bring a camera and adequate sun protection.

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

    Duration

    2 hours hour(s)

    Price

    599 (USD)

  • Philipsburg - Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling

    Description

    Take in the best you can do in St. Maarten combining beaches, snorkeling and sailing. Enjoy the ambiance onboard with an excellent crew and comfortable sailing catamaran.

    On this Yachting Land Adventure, you will sail along the island’s Leeward coastline with a first stop at Divi Little Bay to snorkel and enjoy a first dip in the St. Maarten waters. All snorkeling gear is provided and any instruction for first time snorkelers.

    Next, continue sailing down the coast to Mullet Bay, a stunning beach and certainly amongst the best that St. Maarten has to offer. You can snorkel again, grab a noodle and float to the beach or we can even take you by tender. Enjoy an open bar, snacks and noodles from the catamaran as you unwind at the beach or chill out onboard.

    Notes

    Be sure to wear your swimming gear under your clothes, bring a towel, sunscreen, and a hat.

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

    Duration

    3 hour(s)

    Price

    289 (USD)

  • Philipsburg - French & Dutch Island Discovery

    Description

    Discover both international sides of the island on this comprehensive island exploration that includes a stop for a refreshment while watching planes land at the Princess Juliana International Airport.

    Depart Philipsburg port heading towards Coralita Lookout Point on the Atlantic Ocean side of the island and take in a bird’s eye view of St. Barth. Continue to world famous Orient Bay, the longest strip of pristine sandy beach and amazing eateries on the island. Move on to Grand Case, a quaint fishing village and the Gourmet Capital of the Caribbean, boasting the very best restaurants and service in the area. You will pass, the highest elevation on the island, Paradise Peak and carry on to Marigot, the capital of French St. Martin. Here you will have 45 minutes of free time to shop at the local market and sample some of the amazing French pastries at the bakery. Next you will cross the International Border to the Dutch side of the island.

    The coach will cross over the causeway bridge and head to Maho and Sunset Beach Bar. Experience the amazing spectacle of planes landing right overhead while enjoying a refreshing local favorite the Guavaberry Colada. Guavaberry rum is a legendary folk liqueur of St. Maarten/St. Martin and is an integral part of local culture and tradition. It is made from fine oak aged rum, sugar cane, and wild local Guavaberries – not to be mistaken with guavas. Guavaberries are rare and can only be found high in the hills in the center of the island as a bright orange or as a red/black fruit. After this fun experience you will head to Philipsburg, the capital of the Dutch side, via Simpson Bay and Cay Hill Lookout Point, for views and an opportunity to take some photos. You will be dropped off at the port where you have some free time to do some shopping on well-known Front Street or stroll along the Boardwalk to find many restaurants, bars and even ice cream parlors, and return to the yacht when you are ready.

    Notes

    A minimum participation is required to operate all SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures (YLAs), and some may have limited capacity. All SeaDream YLAs are subject to change and the tour sequence may vary to avoid congestion. Final departure times will be published on-board.

    Duration

    4 hour(s)

    Price

    99 (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)

  • 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)

  • White Bay, Jost van Dyke - Sandy Spit National Park Snorkel Adventure

    Description

    Board a motor snorkel boat and cruise throughout the Jost van Dyke collection of islands. The boat will anchor off Sandy Spit, where you can snorkel and swim over a fascinating reef. Then it is "anchors aweigh," and set sail for Diamond Cay - a tiny islet completely surrounded by powdery white sand, azure blue waters and an underwater world filled with colorful marine life. Swim, snorkel or sun directly off the boat before returning to your yacht’s anchorage location.

    Notes

    Wear your swimsuit under your clothes; bring a towel, a dry T-shirt or sweatshirt, sunscreen and a hat. Alternative snorkel locations may be selected according to sea and weather conditions. This activity may be operated on a sailing catamaran. Masks, snorkels and snorkel vests are provided as well as instruction for novice. Approximately 1.5 hours snorkel time. Water & fruit punch are available on-board your boat.

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

    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

    3 hour(s)

    Price

    149.00 (USD)

  • Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas - Transfers / Private Arrangements / Pre and Post Stays / Accommodations - Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

    Description

    Our Destination Specialists “Premier Destination Services” 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 Charlotte Amalie, US Virgin Islands.

    If you have any questions, please contact Premier Destination Services directly:
    Email: thoffman@premierdestinationservices.net
    Phone: 340-690-1866

    Notes

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    Price

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


Testimonials

It was truly a Dream voyage!...The food was awesome! Not a single complaint from us! The wines, cocktails and all other beverages were excellent! Peter L. & Hannes K.Sweden
You guys are the best! Excellent service and the team! Anna L.Florida