Martinique yacht charter

Looking for some ease after sedulous workdays? Would you travel to a place which offers pastimes for the whole family? Do you love water sports? If you answered ’yes’ to any of these questions, the Island of Martinique is the best choice for you!

Location of Martinique

Martinique is an island in the Caribbean Sea with an area of 1100 km2. It’s a part of the Lesser Antilles. In terms of legal status, it’s a transatlantic county of France. The neighbouring countries are the Dominican Republic from the north and Saint Lucia form the south. French and Creole are both spoken on the island. Martinique has an airport and two ports. 95% of the residents are roman catholic the other 5% are Hindi or practice other faiths.

Do you need a license to sail a boat in Martinique?

In Martinique, a license is not specifically required. You simply need to fill out a sailing resume and only charter a yacht that your experience permits. Before you confirm your sailing trip to the Martinique, please send us your sailing experience, or a copy of your skipper licence and we will check it for you.If you do not have a skipper license, or experience it is also possible to rent a yacht with a skipper

Martinique yacht charter – the main ports

Port de Fort-de-France

Martinique’s largest port, serving as a major hub for commercial shipping, ferries, and cruise ships. Facilities for yachts, as well as easy access to the bustling city, which features markets, restaurants, and cultural sites such as the Schoelcher Library and Fort Saint-Louis.

Le Marin Marina (Port de Plaisance du Marin)

Southern Martinique, near Le Marin, is the largest of the Windward Islands and one of the best-equipped marinas in the Caribbean. Close to Sainte-Anne, with beautiful beaches and access to the southern bays for sailing.

Port de Saint-Pierre

A historic port in the northwest of Martinique in a charming town at the foot of Mount Pelée, offering mooring facilities for smaller vessels.

Anse Mitan and Pointe du Bout (Trois-Îlets area)

In the southwest of Martinique, across the bay from Fort-de-France. Popular with yachts and small boats due to its proximity to resorts, restaurants and beaches.

Grand Rivière Port

A small port in a picturesque fishing village on the northern tip of Martinique. A great stop for those looking for authentic local charm.

Port de Trinité

A small port in the northeast of Martinique, ideal for exploring the Atlantic coast. Close to natural attractions such as the Caravelle Peninsula and the protected nature reserve.
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Beaches in Martinique

The Island of Martinique is famous for various things: food, culture, art, and naturally, its world-famous rum distillation. Few people know, however, about the beauty of Martinique’s special seacoasts. From the spacious, white, sandy beaches to the isolated gulfs and shelters. It’s worth discovering these on your own by catamaran, boat, or yacht.

Les Salines

One of the most popular beaches on the island is Les Salines. It’s a long, white, sandy shore with beautiful, calm water. Waves are livelier in the evenings, but they aren’t dangerous, thus, ideal for surfing. The nearby St. Lucia Island is visible on the horizon. You can find restaurants, snack bars, fresh fruits, and gelaterias, as well as gifts, and swimsuits.

Grande Terre des Salines:

After you’ve looked around on Les Salines, find another, a lot calmer beach on the left. This beach with rich greenery around it remained relatively untouched. You should be careful with the water because the Caribbean region and the Atlantic Ocean meet here, which causes dangerous waves. There’s also a small restaurant by the sea.

Anse Meuniere beach

This is a beautiful, long, clean beach in a gulf with tropical water. It’s ideal for swimming and relaxation. You can access it on foot or following the coast from Les Salines or Sainte-Anne. There are no restaurants or bars here, so we advise you to prepare liquid and food.

Pointe Marin beach

The Pointe Marin is a long, well-equipped beach with calm water. These traits make it an ideal place for children. It’s one of the most modern and popular beaches on the island.

Grande Anse beach

This is the beach of a small village on the Island of Martinique. Grande Anse is a beautiful, sandy beach washed by calm waters. It’s suitable for snorkelling and ideal for swimming. Thanks to its quiet water this gulf is a preferred place for mooring boats. Come here with a boat and splash into the refreshing waves after a day on the sea. There are several restaurants, stands, and bars, as well as gift shops facing the seacoast.

Main sights in Martinique

From the sparkling beaches around the southern Sainte-Anne, through the hard rocks of Diamond Rock, to the peeked volcanic dome of Mt. Pelee – you’ll find any pastime here. Martinique embodies perfection in the Caribbean region. Deep-sea, rainforests, ivory white sand, waterfalls, and pedestrian canyons, as well as other natural wonders, are waiting for adventurous travellers. Lovers of history should view the refined French castle on the streets of Fort de France. The ruins of Saint-Pierre are remnants of a volcanic eruption from 1902. Besides all of that, you shouldn’t forget about the fantastic museums and verdured botanical gardens. Martinique is one of the few islands that still cultivate sugar cane and bananas. The incomparably refined rum has an exceptional reputation. Tasting it is an inevitable program for tourists.

The best time to sail in Martinique is from December to April, with the most stable conditions with minimal rain and steady trade winds. Winter (December to February): This is the dry season (locally known as Carême) with average temperatures of 23°C to 28°C and low humidity. There are constant trade winds from the east or northeast, blowing at speeds of 15-20 knots, with moderate waves, usually 1-2 meters. Ideal for smooth sailing. Spring (March to May): Still the dry season, temperatures begin to rise slightly, averaging 24°C to 30°C, with occasional short showers. Trade winds remain stable, but can ease to 10-15 knots later in the season. Waves are moderate, which is comfortable for less experienced sailors. Summer (June to August): This is the start of the wet season (Hivernage), with occasional rain and thunderstorms. Temperatures peak at 26°C–32°C with higher humidity. Milder trade winds blow, still steady, averaging 10–15 knots. The sea is generally calm, with occasional storms. Autumn (September to November): Warm and humid, 25°C–31°C, peaking with hurricane season (August to October). Milder, with winds around 5–10 knots, with occasional gusts in storms, and unpredictable weather patterns.

Day 1. Le Marin – Grande Anse d’Arlet 30,10 km (18,70 nm), Day 2. Grande Anse d’Arlet – Saint-Pierre 29,22 km (18,15 nm), Day 3. Saint-Pierre – Roseau, Dominica 67,01 km (41,64 nm), Day 4. Roseau, Dominica – Portsmouth, Dominica 31,58 km (19,62 nm), Day 5. Portsmouth, Dominica – Wavine Cyrique Falls 56,07 km (34,84 nm), Day 6. Wavine Cyrique Falls – L’Œil Bleu 112,71 km (70,03 nm), Day 7. L’Œil Bleu – Plage des Salines – Le Marin 21,89 km (13,60 nm)

Day 1. Le Marin – Grande Anse d’Arlet 30,10 km (18,70 nm), Day 2. Grande Anse d’Arlet – Saint-Pierre 29,22 km (18,15 nm), Day 3. Saint-Pierre – Plage de l’Anse l’Etang 53,37 km (33,16 nm), Day 4. Plage de l’Anse l’Etang – Honeymoon Beach, Saint Lucia 117,65 km (73,10 nm), Day 5. Honeymoon Beach, Saint Lucia – Petit Piton, Saint Lucia 31,24 km (19,41 nm), Day 6. Petit Piton, Saint Lucia – Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia 31,80 km (19,76 nm), Day 7. Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia – Anse Figuier – Le Marin 46,77 km (29,06 nm)