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Gliding the Waters of the Windward Islands

Gliding the Waters of the Windward Islands

  • Itinerary
    Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre
    Duration
    8 days
  • Dates
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Come aboard Le Ponant for an unforgettable voyage.

Le Ponant, the first Relais & Châteaux sailing yacht. The finest travel address on the waters of the world.

The Caribbean. The mere mention of this vast archipelago conjures images of waves dancing along the shoreline, lapping against long beaches lined with elegant palm trees. During this unforgettable 8-day cruise, spend your time contemplating and exploring aboard PONANT’s emblematic yacht.

You will move away from the shores of Guadeloupe and sail under wind power towards Dominica, the wildest and most mountainous island in the Lesser Antilles. In Portsmouth, in a local boat, you will go deep into the fascinating mangals of the Indian River edged with mangrove trees and populated with green herons, moorhens, pelicans and kingfishers. On the banks, you will meet the Kalinago people, one of the indigenous Caribbean peoples. The chief will welcome you into his village, tell you about the history of his people and invite you to taste their food.

In the muted décor of Le Ponant, each moment of your cruise is steeped in the peacefulness of the Caribbean. It is now time to set sail for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Carried by the wind dancing around the ship’s rigging, you will reach this strikingly beautiful archipelago. From island to island, savour the gentleness of the Creole way of life, admire the beauty of the sunsets, and explore the waters teeming with life.

Following a port of call on Bequia, where an indigenous fisherman is trying to save Hawksbill sea turtles from extinction, you have a very good chance of finding yourself face to face with one of these creatures in the warm and crystal-clear waters of Tobago Cays and Sandy Island. Thanks to the horseshoe-shaped coral reef connecting these four uninhabited islets, the Tobago Cays archipelago constitutes a real marine wildlife reserve that you can explore while swimming, diving or snorkelling. Back on your yacht, stretched out on the deck, barefoot and facing the wind, you will see the terns and pelicans flying in the azure-blue sky.

After sailing beneath the stars, the jagged silhouette of the pitons of Saint Lucia will appear on the horizon in the early morning light. Weather permitting, you will drop anchor and make the most of the rear deck to swim in this picture-postcard setting. In the evening, you will arrive in Les Anses-d’Arlet. With its colourful houses set on the beach, the tall brick-coloured church belltower standing out against a background of green mountains, and the pontoon jutting out over the sea, it is a perfect spot for admiring the sunset.

On Marie-Galante, the final port of call of your cruise, you will enjoy practically deserted beaches and be immersed in an authentic and agricultural atmosphere focused on growing sugar cane. After this crossing in the form of an ode to freedom, you will gently return to terra firma in Pointe-à-Pitre.

Overview

Your voyage

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Destination

Destination

Caribbean

Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre

Duration

8 days, 7 nights on board

Relais & Châteaux

Establishment

Relais & Châteaux

Timeless

Offers

PONANT Bonus 15%

Diving & initiation dive

Diving & initiation dive

Ref: PO030126

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • An intimate journey to the Windward Islands to discover the soul of the Caribbean aboard Le Ponant, the first Relais & Châteaux sailing yacht.
  • Breathtaking landscapes (the Tobago Cays coral reef, Saint Lucia's Pitons, etc.) and fascinating Creole culture (St Vincent and the Grenadines, Guadeloupe, etc.).
  • Included excursions (cruise along the Indian River in a traditional boat, from Portsmouth; visit a Creole garden in Marie-Galante, etc.) and numerous water-based activities (including scuba diving).
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Elegance and refinement

*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.

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Gliding the Waters of the Windward Islands

Itinerary

Embarkation 03/01/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 03/01/26 at 18:30

3 Jan 26 - Pointe-à-Pitre
3 Jan 26 - Pointe-à-Pitre

Arrival 04/01/26 midday Departure 04/01/26 late afternoon

4 Jan 26 - Portsmouth
4 Jan 26 - Portsmouth

1 available excursionto this stopover

Arrival 05/01/26 early afternoon Departure 05/01/26 late evening

5 Jan 26 - Port Elizabeth, Bequia Island
5 Jan 26 - Port Elizabeth, Bequia Island

Arrival 06/01/26 early morning Departure 06/01/26

6 Jan 26 - Tobago Cays
6 Jan 26 - Tobago Cays

Arrival 07/01/26 early morning Departure 07/01/26 mid afternoon

7 Jan 26 - Sandy Island, Carriacou
7 Jan 26 - Sandy Island, Carriacou

Arrival 08/01/26 early morning Departure 08/01/26 early morning

8 Jan 26 - Sailing along the Pitons
8 Jan 26 - Sailing along the Pitons

Arrival 08/01/26 Departure 08/01/26

8 Jan 26 - At sea aboard Le Ponant
8 Jan 26 - At sea aboard Le Ponant

Arrival 08/01/26 early afternoon Departure 08/01/26 evening

8 Jan 26 - Les Anses-d'Arlet
8 Jan 26 - Les Anses-d'Arlet

2 available excursionsto this stopover

Arrival 09/01/26 midday Departure 09/01/26 early evening

9 Jan 26 - Marie-Galante
9 Jan 26 - Marie-Galante

Arrival 10/01/26 at night Disembarkation 10/01/26 at 7:00

10 Jan 26 - Pointe-à-Pitre
10 Jan 26 - Pointe-à-Pitre

Gliding the Waters of the Windward Islands

Customize your journey

Flavours of guadeloupe

FLAVOURS OF GUADELOUPE
Details

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day time between your port of disembarkation and the airport.

Pointe-à-Pitre

Once you have completed your disembarkation formalities, you will leave the port in a coach to head to the Valombreuse Botanical Gardens. Between sea, reliefs and rivers, the island of Basse-Terre offers magnificent scenery and sites. After a brief tour, you will discover the tropical forest, in the town of Petit Bourg. From there, you will explore the Valombreuse Botanical Gardens, created in 1989 by Magguy Chaulet. Whether you stroll along the paths or use the little train, you will take the time to discover its collection of exceptional endemic plants: orchids, ferns, red and white flowering ginger, red ginger lilies, 300-year old trees, and so on.
You will then continue inland on the island of Basse-Terre, to go north, more precisely to Lamentin.

In a corner of vegetation, the Green Lord Domaine will open its doors to you for a Creole gastronomic experience exclusively dedicated to Ponant guests. 
Enjoy tasting the Creole cuisine of Chef Gilda, inspired not only by Creole heritage but also by flavours from around the world. The dishes are built around local fishing and agriculture, as well as spices from all over the planet.

After this gastronomic interlude, you will return to the airport by bus for your return flight.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfers, visits and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide. 

·         Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea).

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.In the event of schedule changes of PONANT's selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.


Total

£330/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Transfer from the airport to the pier

TRANSFER FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE PIER
Details

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Pointe-à-Pitre

Meet at the airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.

You will then be transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.

Your programme includes:

·        The transfer as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.


To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.In the event of schedule changes of PONANT's selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.


 

 


Total

£90/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Gliding the Waters of the Windward Islands

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£6,810

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02/01/2709/01/27

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£5,930

/person*

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27/02/2706/03/27

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/person*

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27/03/2703/04/27

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PONANT Bonus 30%

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£5,930

/person*

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