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Guadeloupe Circuit

St Martin to St Martin

Apr 4th to April 11th 2026 / Duration 7 Days

350 Nautical Miles

PN072026

$4,350

Bunks Available: 2

Passage summary

This passage is a looped exploration of the northern Lesser Antilles, featuring an overnight sail from Sint Maarten to Guadeloupe, followed by several days of coastal cruising and island visits before a return overnight passage to Sint Maarten. The itinerary is designed to maximize time exploring French island culture, local cuisine, marine environments, and classic anchorages. Planned stops, weather permitting, include Deshaies, the Jacques Cousteau Marine Park, Marie-Galante, and Les Saintes. The schedule emphasizes a mix of offshore and inshore navigation, daily shore excursions, and opportunities for snorkeling, dining, and beach time.

Guadeloupe Circuit

Route Overview

 

Departure: Sint Maarten

 


Primary Route:

 

    • Sint Maarten – Deshaies (Guadeloupe) – Jacques Cousteau Marine Park – Marie-Galante – Les Saintes – Sint Maarten

 

Estimated Distance:

 

    • 300–350 nautical miles, depending on routing and anchorages
      Key Points: Overnight sailing, coastal exploration of Guadeloupe, multiple French island stops

 

 

Passage Breakdown

 

Sint Maarten to Deshaies, Guadeloupe

 

  • Crew briefing and vessel checks in Sint Maarten prior to departure

  • Overnight passage to Deshaies on the northwest coast of Guadeloupe

 

 

Guadeloupe and the Islands

 

  • Day sails and anchoring opportunities at Deshaies, the Jacques Cousteau Marine Park (Pigeon Island), Marie-Galante, and Les Saintes (subject to weather and timing)

  • Activities include snorkeling at the marine park, exploring French dining and bakeries, and visiting the beaches of Marie-Galante

  • Shore excursions, provisioning, and optional hikes where avilable.

 

 

Les Saintes to Sint Maarten

 

  • Final overnight passage from Les Saintes or southern Guadeloupe north to Sint Maarten

  • Arrival and trip debrief at Simpson Bay marina

 

 

Training Focus

 

  • Offshore and coastal passage planning for both night and day sailing

  • Practical navigation: GPS, chartplotter, radar, and visual piloting

  • Anchoring techniques and harbor maneuvers at varied French anchorages

  • Crew coordination for frequent arrivals, departures, and night watches

  • Snorkeling and dinghy operations in marine park environments

  • Exposure to French port procedures, local communications, and provisioning

 

 

Expected Conditions

 

Winds: E–ESE trades, 12–20 knots typical for early April, lighter near Guadeloupe’s lee side
Seas: 3–6 feet in open water, calmer within anchorages and near coastal reefs
Weather: Mostly sunny, brief showers or squalls possible, moderate humidity
Hazards: Reef areas, local fishing activity, increased boat traffic near popular anchorages, occasional wind shadows

 

 

Why This Passage is Relevant

 

 

  • Combines overnight offshore sailing with daytime coastal exploration

  • Experience with multiple anchorages, French port logistics, and shore activities

  • Balanced schedule for both skill-building and cultural immersion

  • Ideal for sailors interested in real-world passage-making, island hopping, and relaxation

 

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