With a variety of on-board sporting equipment, your week sailing with us can be as active or relaxed as you choose.
SNORKELINGWhen you spend a week in any of our destinations, you will have the opportunity to snorkel among amazing reefs and spectacular sea-life. We will outfit you with snorkels, masks and fins as well as swim floats so you can see the endless fish, coral heads and possibly get a glimpse of some of the more unique species. From eagle and sting rays, clown fish, starfish, sea turtles to barracuda, and enormous schools of color you'll find around the rocks and coral reefs each stop along the trip will be another great destination to explore.
BEACHCOMBINGIf beaches are your speed, you won't find a better way to see the most spectacular and secluded beaches. Throughout the week you'll visit a new beach each day, and even multiple different beaches in one day. Explore for sea shells, enjoy the local businesses along the beach or just relax in the sand or in the surf and soak up the sun's rays... one things for sure, with so many to choose from, you'll be hard pressed to pick a favorite.
SEA KAYAKINGEach of our catamarans are outfitted with a tandem kayak for those who would like to do some exploring. Once at anchor, launch the kayak and go to shore or cruise along the coast taking in the sights from a different perspective.
BIRD WATCHINGIn many of the regions in which we sail, you'll come across some unique birds while at sea and while combing the beaches. If you're the type who enjoys identifying new and unique wildlife, we suggest you bring along your binoculars.
THE 3 R's... Reading, Relaxing and RejuvenatingThere is nothing more relaxing than spending the week on the water. Until you experience it first-hand it's hard to describe... it's a type of mindless relaxation that allows you to decompress from the world you left behind while you let the calm waters and wind rejuvenate your soul. Enjoy a nice novel on the foredeck, take a nap in the afternoon after a delicious lunch or just relax on the trampolines while you take in the sights. Maybe a quick dip or just float around in the water as you surround yourself in the spectacular scenery of the islands.
SAILINGOf course, if your interested in trying your hand at sailing, the captain is more than happy to help. Take the helm and chart your course while you help tweak the lines to achieve the most efficient use of the winds. If your a seasoned sailor but haven't experienced a catamaran, this is your chance. The captain will explain the ins and outs and show you some of the uniqueness of operating a vessel such as ours. Each of our boats will have charts of the region and it's interesting to learn how to read them and review the places you've been and are heading to next!
SCUBA DIVINGIf you are interested in scuba diving, we can arrange for a local dive company to meet the boat while on charter. This is the best way by far to see the best dive locations with first-hand local knowledge. They will outfit you with all the necessary equipment as well. The fee would be paid directly to the diving company at the rate of approx $90 per dive for certified divers (rate and conditions to be confirmed at the time of diving). If you do plan on diving while on charter, be certain to bring your valid certification card to present to the dive operator.
GAMESAlthough each of our catamarans are unique in what they offer, whether its a game of cards or some of the salty dog board games unique to the Caribbean, your time can be fill by entertaining yourself with a little friendly competition between family and friends. If you're so inclined you may even challenge a sister Festiva catamaran to a friendly race to the next destination... last one to arrive has to ______ ... fill in the blank!
FISHINGAlthough not available on all destinations because of the local restrictions, in many of our destinations, the crew have light fishing tackle that you can use for trolling or fishing while at anchor. For the more serious fisherman, if available in the region you are sailing, you might want to rent equipment locally to bring along, but we do recommend checking in advance for license requirements in that region.