Antigua Yacht Charter Guide

Your Guide to Renting a Luxury Yacht Charter in Antigua, Caribbean,
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Antigua Yacht Charter, Caribbean

Located half way down the Leeward Islands of the Eastern Caribbean chain, Antigua is a hive of the yacht charter activity and one of the largest luxury sailing yacht locations. Most Antigua yacht charters will begin with the glistening beaches and high-life of Antigua, before sailing northwest toward the Virgin Islands or south toward the Windward Islands. This British based colony still remains a crossroad for sailing yachts heading up and down the archipelago of the Greater and Lesser Antilles. Sailing conditions around Antigua are excellent with an annual rainfall averaging only 45 inches, making it the sunniest of the Eastern Caribbean Islands. The northeast trade winds are nearly constant year round, wavering only in September. Antigua's coastline consists of miles of white sandy beaches, coves and secluded anchorages - ideal for any for yacht charter holiday.

The colonial history of Antigua has left some interesting naval sites, including the ruins at the top of Shirley Heights, the site of the British artillery emplacements. If you can summon the energy, a hike to the protected harbor is well worth the effort. The view is outstanding. When you tire of the crowds of Antigua, Barbuda is a refreshingly peaceful island, still relatively untouched. The island is a great escape, and houses one of the regions most significant bird sanctuaries. The reefs surrounding Antigua and Barbuda, once detrimental to enemy vessels, are now a source of pure enjoyment for yacht charter guests. Snorkel or dive amidst a wonderland of colorful marine life including snappers, blue tangs, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish and brilliant corals.

Antigua Sailing Week

If you fall in love with the beauty of Antigua it's hardly surprising, yet your yacht charter adventure is only just beginning. Sail northwest or south to enjoy some of the most beautiful natural island paradises, the Caribbean has to offer.

As one of the most well known yacht charter grounds in the Caribbean, Antigua offers all the main types of luxury yacht charters such as motor yachts, sailing yachts, superyacht charters, and crewed yachts.

On the southern tip of the Leeward Islands, constant easterly trade winds provide some magnificent open water sailing. Cruise among some of the most undeveloped islands in the Caribbean - Iles des Saintes, Marie Galante and Dominica. A yacht charter in the Leeward Islands can offer you everything from spectacular scenery, superb diving, delicious cuisine, peace and tranquility or lively entertainment.

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The islands of Antigua and Barbuda are dubbed the luxury yacht charter capital of Eastern Caribbean. The beautiful islands are fantastic for sailing and have wonderful large harbours and bays. This is a yacht rental oasis with pristine beaches and fully equipped yachts with a broad range of options. Many yacht charterers start from Antigua and Barbuda and then proceed southwards or eastwards to explore the popular attractions around this part of the sunny Caribbean.

Antigua and Barbuda is well known for several important yachting events in the region including the Antigua sailing week in April where hundreds of yachts take part in yacht racing. Other Antigua luxury yacht events include 'The Megayacht Challenge', 'The Superyacht Cup', 'The Antigua Yacht Charter Show' and the 'Sport Fishing Tournament'. These competitions attract a total of 1,500 seasoned sailors from all over the world. July is another prominent month in the yacht charter itinerary as charterers and even tourist can take part in several competitions such as day sails and racing events.

The beautiful Antigua and Barbuda yacht charters are on the Caribbean islands are located on the northern side of Guadaloupe and Montserrat. On the eastern side are islands of St. Martin and St. Kitts. The surroundings and climatic conditions are perfect for Antigua and Barbuda luxury yacht charters. The larger waves recede during the month of September. Hence September onwards is the perfect time for taking the Antigua and Barbuda yacht hire. There are many types of yachts available for hire. You can go for the simple yachts with basic navigations systems or you can go for a super luxury yachts that are a full fledged house in themselves. There is more info about Antigua yacht charters here.

Wedding on fryers beach - Photo Charmaine Spencer - Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority

Wedding on fryers beach - Photo Charmaine Spencer - Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority

Antigua and Barbuda Climatic Conditions

The Islands of Antigua and Barbuda have just 45 inches of rainfall, sunny weather, calm waters and clear, blue skies. These conditions are perfect for going on an Antigua and Barbuda yacht vacation with your friends or loved ones. In your Antigua and Barbuda yacht rental you can include several of the 365 beautiful beaches where you can set up tent and relax. You can also go for sea activities such as marine life viewing, scuba diving, snorkeling and swimming.

Antigua and Barbuda Yacht Itineraries

The islands of Antigua and Barbuda are dubbed as the yacht charter capitals of Eastern Caribbean. The islands are known as a yacht hire oasis with pristine beaches and fully equipped yachts with a broad range of options. The yacht charters can make a few hours of one day stopovers on the beach islands from their yacht and then marvel at the unspoilt beauty that nature has to offer. Many yacht charterers start from Antigua and Barbuda and then proceed southwards or eastwards to explore the popular tourist attractions.

 Antigua and Barbuda - Carnival -  Photo Charmaine Spencer - Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority  Antigua and Barbuda - Local Handcraft -  Photo Charmaine Spencer - Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority

Antigua and Barbuda - Photo Charmaine Spencer - Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority

You can avail of various services in Antigua and Barbuda yacht hire. Apart from the yacht sailor who will take you to beautiful beaches, you can also learn sailing in the warm waters. In fact, Antigua and Barbuda have a yacht sailing week in April where hundreds of yachts take part in competitions. Some of these important events are Megayacht Challenge, Superyacht Cup, Antigua Yacht Charter Show and Sport Fishing Tournament. These competitions attract a total of 1,500 seasoned sailors from all over the world. July is another prominent month in the yacht charter itinerary as charterers and even tourist can take part in several competitions such as day sails and racing events. Here are some boats available for charter in Antigua.

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Nick, As Cameroon has said, it was indeed a great 10 day charter and I am sure the rest of our party would like to join Sue and I to add “due to an exceptional crew – who worked long hours to high standards, were pleasant with nothing being too much trouble. The food was exceptional and wine was spot on every time. Nicolai, their crew member, added a great dimension in terms of service. He worked tirelessly, with great charm and was a fantastic teacher on the wake board. The fishing aspect was a superb bonus enjoyed by all. SY TIGER LILY / 10 day New year Antigua & BVIs

Yachting Destinations In and Around Antigua

In close proximity to Antigua are a number of exciting sailing destination.

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