ALL-INCLUSIVE SAILING ADVENTURES
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Cruising Cuba’s paradise islands, coral reefs and idyllic in your
own exclusive yacht
All-inclusive crewed yacht charters sailing to uninhabited cays, tropical
beaches, coral reefs and swimming with dolphins…..is pure escapism. Sail on
your own exclusive yacht in the Caribbean with a skipper who will make your
trip a real adventure and the deckhand/cook who will provide you with special
Cuban cuisine including delicious seafood.
The sailing adventure starts aboard your exclusive yacht from Trinidad yacht
marina base situated on the southern Caribbean shore of Cuba. Trinidad is a
UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Cuba’s oldest Spanish colonial cities.
The city is steeped in history, and is situated below the Escambray Mountains
and the Topes de Collantes National Park. It is filled with entertainment and
eateries; the city is a hub of activity for nightlife or just soaking up the
Cuban culture.
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The Jardines del la Reina (Gardens of the Queens)
is a ‘lost paradise’ where you will visit deserted cays with pristine white
sandy beaches and rare exotic wildlife. It is an excellent yachting location
with clear waters and azure lagoons especially for exploring the marine life by
snorkeling or scuba diving.
You do not need to have sailing experience, as you will be in the safe hands of
an experienced yacht skipper with local knowledge of the area. A deckhand/cook
will also form part of the crew. As part of the fun and adventure you can
assist in sailing the yacht and use your culinary skills to help prepare the
onboard meals or barbecues on the beaches. Lobsters, tropical fruit, rum and
Havana cigars are some of the things to enjoy.
All the yachts are first class with all amenities, safety and navigation
equipment, inclusive of onboard meals, open bar, bed linen, towels, pantry
equipment, dinghy & outboard engine, snorkeling equipment, fuel, water,
electricity, berthing costs and Cuba Sailing Tax.
Diving enthusiasts can experience some of the most breathtaking diving sites of
the world. Compressors, tanks and weights and other scuba equipment can be
arranged as well as a dive instructor (optional). Scuba divers must have a
least an equivalent of a PADI Open Water qualification and be accompanied by a
dive instructor.
Trinidad – Jardines del la Reina – Trinidad 4 Days / 3 Nights
Day 1 Trinidad – Cayo Blanco
Embark yacht late morning and briefing with yacht skipper. Depart yacht berth
for day cruise through the Caribbean tropical waters to Cayo Blanco de Casilda
to arrive for lunch on board. A visit to this Cayo Blanco is possible where
there is an open restaurant (Ranchon) on the beach which serves various seafood
dishes and local cocktails. There are iguanas which can be observed in their
natural environment. Enjoy some snorkeling in the coral reef. Dinner at anchor
off the cay.
Day 2 Cayo Blanco – Cayo Macho de Afuera
We up anchor and sail for Cayo Macho de Afuera. The cay has several beaches and
coral reefs, iguanas and jutias. As the sun goes down under the yard arm we
have an aperitif and dinner under the stars.
Day 3 Cayo Macho de Afuera – Cayo Zaza de Fuera
After a hearty breakfast all hands on deck, hoist the main sail and reach out
for Cayo Zaza de Fuera. Take your turn at the helm and steer the yacht to the
south east. Try your hand at navigating and see if you can plot a course to
your next waypoint. Throw a line and trawl for fish. Lobsters are numerous
enough to be your daily diet. Treasures from old day pirates are said to be
scattered on the seafloor as well as hidden on the cays. As the bell tolls
settle down for an evening meal.
Day 4 Cayo Zaza de Fuera - Trinidad
A leisurely sail in the Caribbean trade winds and sunbathing on deck or the
trampoline as we make way to Trinidad where we have a ‘All hands on deck’ party
and lashings of rum served by your Captain. Here you can discover the
best-preserved historical city of Cuba, restored to its 16th century apparel
and ranked World Heritage Site by the UNESCO.
What’s Included in price
Sole use of yacht marina to marina. Skipper and one deckhand/cook.
All-inclusive of meals and drinks, dinghy & outboard engine, snorkeling
equipment, bed linen, towels, galley equipment, fuel, water, electricity and
berthing costs. Cuba Sailing Tax.
Not included in price International flights. Travel Insurance.
Transfers to and from Trinidad Marina. Premium drinks. Staff gratuities.
Notes: Itineraries may vary according to the prevailing weather
conditions and any navigation restrictions at the time. Night time sailing
prohibited within reef areas. Only persons on officially approved crew list
allowed onboard. Prices quoted maybe subject to change and will be advised at
time of booking. Deposit required confirming charter. Balance payable 6 weeks
prior to departure. Yachts allocated according to availability and passenger
numbers.
The Nautitech 47 catamaran can accommodate upto 8 passengers in 4 double cabins
all with own bathrooms. There are 2 single cabins for the crew. Alternatively,
if guests require single cabins the crew will share a double cabin. Below is
the interior layout of the yacht.
Start planning your trip now by contacting us at
sales@cubaselecttravel.co.uk
