Our new base in St Vincent is ideally located for exploring the Grenadines. A favorite cruising ground among sailors the world over, these aquamarine waters are ideal for a Footloose sailing vacation, with an incredible variety of destinations and diversions available in all directions. Starting from St Vincent it’s an easy sail to all the anchorages most treasured by Caribbean cruisers.
The wild beauty and theatrical scenery of St. Vincent itself incorporates alluring landscapes of towering peaks with an endless variety of stunning palm-fringed beaches and superb snorkelling and diving. Capital of and gateway to the Grenadines, St.Vincent has adventure instore with a hike up La Soufriere volcano through the banana estates and rainforest for a breathtaking view. The tropical vegetation of the island creates a stunning backdrop for a trip to the Falls of Baleine or a quick drive to the Botanical Gardens.
Footloose Sailing Charters will be located at the Lagoon Hotel and Marina on the southern tip of St.Vincent, a delightful, protected anchorage, perfectly positioned for your sail south and for trips around the island itself.
Enjoy exhilarating sailing in steady, warm winds through a chain of more than 30 islands of varying beauty and character. The spectacular St. Vincent cruising area offers line-of-sight sailing and wonderful beaches with excellent snorkelling. Don’t be surprised to see turtles, and at certain times of the year, you may be accompanied by dolphins and even whales while out on the water. Spend time in some of the most talked about places in the Caribbean such as the world-renowned Tobago Cays, five deserted islands world-renowned for snorkeling and diving, the tiny Mopions desert island or Basil’s Bar on Mustique where the rich and famous hang out.
 Indulge in the tropical charm of Bequia, and if you are lucky you may get to watch the festive launching of one of their hand-built wooden boats. It’s one amazing anchorage after another. And with temperatures averaging between 75°F and 80°F and steady northeast to southeast winds, the sailing is superb in these spectacular cruising grounds.
From the US, you’ll fly into San Juan. Then it’s an easy, non-stop flight to St Vincent. Flights are also available from St. Lucia, Canouan and Barbados. Our Footloose Vacation Planning Specialists will make all your travel arrangements.
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