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27 Mar - 3 Apr
US$4,850
4 spaces available
This passage focuses on extended offshore sailing, covering a direct non-stop leg from Sint Maarten to St. Lucia, followed by two days of coastal exploration and skill-building in St. Lucia before completing the route to Grenada. The itinerary is designed for sailors interested in gaining real offshore experience—night watches, weather routing, and continuous navigation—while still allowing for rest and local exploration during the layover in St. Lucia. The final leg to Grenada completes the passage with a mix of offshore and coastal navigation.
Gains some night watch and extended passage making experience in the stunning Caribbean
We believe real seamanship can’t be learned at a marina. Libra was built for the open ocean — and so was this program. Whether you're looking to gain confidence offshore, log serious sea miles, or chase the horizon just for the hell of it, you're in the right place. For over a decade, we’ve helped sailors step beyond the dock and into a full-spectrum passage-making experience. It’s hands-on and sometimes it’s rough & loud — but it’s real. Every passage is a team effort. There’s no standing back and watching here — you’ll be on the helm, trimming sails, navigating, standing watch, and learning what it really takes to move a boat. We meet you at your level, then build you up from there.
Real offshore and blue water cruising with a great owner skipper.
Your specific vessel is assigned based on your selected dates. All vessels meet our high standards for comfort and safety.
Bill Tripp - Custom Ketch
LOA: 60ft (18.2m)
Beginner
No sailing experience required. Perfect for newcomers.
Intermediate
Some sailing experience helpful. Comfortable on the water.
Advanced
Significant sailing experience required. Challenging conditions.
Active Crew Member
Full participation in all sailing activities.
Optional Involvement
Participate as much or as little as you like.
Passenger
Sit back and enjoy the ride.
No
All meals and cleaning are taken care of
18
Route Overview Departure: Sint Maarten Primary Route: Sint Maarten – Offshore nonstop to St. Lucia – Grenada Estimated Distance: 450–500 nautical miles, depending on route taken Key Points: Long offshore passage, continuous watch rotation, skill-building layover in St. Lucia, final approach to Grenada Passage Breakdown Sint Maarten to St. Lucia Crew briefing, safety checks, and departure from Sint Maarten Extended offshore passage, typically 2-3 days at sea, following a direct as possible course to St. Lucia Night navigation, log keeping, and continuous watch rotation (3 hours on, 6 hours off) Emphasis on offshore seamanship, navigation, and weather assessment St. Lucia Layover Two days of local exploration in Soufriere, coastal sailing, and shore-based activities in St. Lucia. Opportunity to experience St. Lucia’s scenery and culture Crew rest, trip debrief, and continued practical skill-building St. Lucia to Grenada Offshore and coastal passage south to Grenada Arrival and trip wrap-up at marina near St. George’s Training Focus Offshore passage planning, weather routing, and contingency strategies Night watch protocols, fatigue management, and emergency drills Practical navigation: GPS, radar, AIS, and chartplotter for open ocean legs Log keeping, position reporting, and sail handling under offshore conditions Shore procedures, provisioning, and harbor entry during St. Lucia layover Expected Conditions Winds: E–ESE, 15–25 knots typical for late April, steady trade wind pattern Seas: 4–8 feet in open water, moderate chop on coastal approaches Weather: Mostly sunny with passing trade wind showers, high humidity, good visibility Hazards: Long-duration offshore exposure, squalls at night, strong currents in channels, commercial traffic near islands Why This Passage is Relevant Extended nonstop offshore leg for real-world passage-making experience Practice with night navigation, continuous watches, and weather analysis Balanced with rest and practical coastal sailing during St. Lucia layover Ideal for sailors focused on skill-building and bluewater readiness
No optional extras
Tried and tested sailing experiences, from our pick of the world's best operators
All our trips are led by qualified skippers and sailing instructors
We only work with the most reputable sailing operators and yacht providers
Perfect for solo sailors looking to join a crew or groups wanting to charter
Our team is on-hand 24/7 to help you before, during and after your adventure
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