Caribbean sailing course: heading for the Carnival of Trinidad and Tobago!

An early wake-up call kicks off your day with a grand departure for your first sail towards Saint Lucia . You'll spend approximately four hours at sea before reaching one of the sheltered anchorages along the coast. Once the sailboat is afloat, you can enjoy a refreshing swim to unwind after the maneuvers. The day continues peacefully on the water before spending the night at anchor , nestled in a pristine setting with the mountains as your backdrop.

At daybreak, you set sail for the Tobago Cays archipelago and its five islets. Protected by a vast coral reef , this sheltered lagoon offers ideal conditions for swimming . You take advantage of this stopover to swim alongside turtles and observe the marine life among exotic fish . In the evening, you head to the beach to enjoy a fresh lobster prepared on the barbecue.

You set sail for the south of Grenada and take advantage of a stopover to visit the Mount Carmel waterfall . Before beginning the crossing to Trinidad , the crew fills up with water and diesel to ensure the sailboat's autonomy.

After an overnight sail , you reach land at the Crews Inn marina on the island of Trinidad . You complete the administrative formalities for entry into the country, then enjoy the rest of the day relaxing and settling comfortably into the port.

Immerse yourself in the heart of the event with the launch of Trinidad's Carnival . Throughout the day, join the vibrant streets to follow the parades , set to the rhythm of local music and steel bands . Enjoy the festivities amidst the colorful costumes and experience the carnival up close.

You'll dedicate this day to discovering the island of Trinidad with a shore excursion. You'll explore the capital, Port of Spain , visiting its main attractions, lively markets, and historic districts. This stopover offers a deeper understanding of local culture and daily life before returning to the sailboat at the end of the day.

You'll delve deeper into the tradition of Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival . Born in the 18th century from a fusion of European masked balls, African influences, and indigenous rites, this event is historically part of the celebrations preceding Lent. Throughout the day, you'll experience the richness of this cultural heritage through the parades, music , dance performances, and elaborate costumes that bring the island to life.

Early in the morning , you set sail for a full day of sailing towards Tobago . Once you arrive at your destination, you anchor the sailboat before disembarking to begin exploring the island .

You weigh anchor and head towards Morpion Islet for a break on this sandbar in the middle of the water. You then resume sailing towards Union Island where you make a stopover . This stop gives you time to explore the village, discover the local atmosphere, and spend the night at anchor .

You set sail again to begin your journey north towards the Grenadines archipelago. At the end of this leg of the voyage , you drop anchor for a stopover on the island of Canouan . You take advantage of this free time ashore to relax and explore your new surroundings at your own pace.

You'll stop at Mustique Island to attend the Blues Festival organized by Basil's Bar . It's a chance to enjoy live music on the beach and share a convivial moment in this iconic spot of the archipelago. Afterwards, you'll return to the sailboat to spend the night at anchor .

You set sail again towards Cumberland and Chateaubelair . Once the sailboat is stable, you take a shore excursion to explore Dark View Falls . You enjoy a relaxing swim at the foot of these waterfalls nestled in the heart of the lush vegetation. At the end of the day, you return to the boat to spend the night at anchor .

You transit the canal on another day of sailing . Once you arrive at your destination, you drop anchor in the coral reef anchorage . Equipped with your mask and snorkel, you head out for a snorkeling session to explore the local marine life and reefs. You then spend the night at anchor .

You set sail for Martinique for the final leg of your trip. Upon arrival, you anchor the boat for one last time off Sainte-Anne . You enjoy the end of the day and evening ashore, strolling through the town and sharing a final convivial moment.

You sail one last time to return to the port of Le Marin . Before returning the boat at 9:00 AM , you fill up with diesel . This marks the end of your sea voyage.