Canadian Woman Traveller

We are very pleased to be working with Canadian Sailing Expeditions on this 7 day cruise out of St. Lucia on the beautiful and comfortable 80 passenger Expedition Cruise vessel, the 'Caledonia'

St. Lucia, Martinique, and Dominica are strung like giant stepping stones between the Atlantic and the Caribbean Sea. They share a laid-back pace, tropical climate, remarkable scenery, and all the sun, sea, and sand you could wish for.

And yet each island is unique. Come along with us for a coastal cruising adventure on board the Caledonia to discover it all !

Highlights – St. Lucia –

the famous Piton Volcanic Spires
Ft. Rodney
Pigeon Island National Park
Golf, Snorkeling, Hiking

Dominica –

Caribbean Nature Island
Hot Springs
Rainforest

Martinique -

French Caribbean Culture
D'Auchamps Botanical Garden

ITINERARY

Feb. 20 – Arrive St. Lucia to board the Caledonia We begin our trip in Vieux Fort Bay and join the Caledonia at anchor. As the sun sets over the Caribbean Sea, we sail north to Jalousie Bay.

Martinique - Feb. 21 - We awake in the morning with a spectacular view of the beach and the breathtaking, unforgettable spires of 'Les Pitons'. Located near Soufrière, these primeval twin peaks, topping 2,000 feet, are St. Lucia's most famous landmark. We end our second day with a sunset cruise up the coast to Marigot Bay.

Feb. 22. – The next day we go whale watching as we cruise the secluded coves and coastlines of St. Lucia and Martinique, enroute to Dominica. We arrive early evening at the capital city, Rosseau where we anchor overnight.

Martinique - Feb 23 - We will remain in Rosseau the entire day to allow us the opportunity to tour the rich nature of this Caribbean island. Expect a mountainous interior featuring rainforests, waterfalls, lakes, hot springs and more than 200 rivers, many of which cascade over steep cliff faces, The best way to experience this fabulous terrain is to pull on your hiking boots and start walking. Others may enjoy a mountain bike or jeep tour of old estate trails and the nearby sulfur springs.

Martinique - Feb 24 - Today, we sail south to Martinique – a little slice of France with a delightful blend of West Indian Creole traditions that dominate the island's cuisine, language and music. We arrive early evening near Fort-de-France, built in 1640, as the capital of Martinique. We will anchor overnight.

Feb. 25 – Today we may tour the city's markets and if we are lucky see an open-air concert at the Savane. This afternoon, we return to St. Lucia, sailing south to Rodney Bay where we relax and enjoy the sunset at anchor for the evening.

Feb. 26 - Today we may choose to hike Pigeon Island National Park, or take a sea-kayak tour of this large protected bay, featuring a large lagoon and home to the Rodney Bay Marina. Later in the afternoon, we take a leisurely cruise to the bayside town of Soufrière. Tonight as we enjoy a grand dinner on board we reflect on our wonderful trip over the past week. Martinique -

Feb. 27 – after breakfast we disembark at Vieux Fort Bay.

CALEDONIA
Length: 245'
Breadth: 30'
Draft: 15'
Displacement: 1220 tons
Sail Area: 17,000 Sq. Ft.
Propulsion: 1500 hp DeutzDiesel
Cruising Speed: 10 knots
Passengers: 90

COST AND INCLUDED FEATURES:

Cost : (in Canadian Funds)

Twin + rate with private facilities $2574.00
Twin rate with private facilities $2340.00
Twin rate with shared facilities $2106.00
Quad rate with private facilities $2106.00

INCLUDED FEATURES :

7 nights accommodation on board
all meals
beverage service with meals (including 2 glasses wine or ale with dinner)
on board guest lectures
access to: sea Kayaks, mountain bikes, crewed high-speed zodiacs

Port Charges, Flights and transfers are additional *