When is the cruising season in St Barths?

Mid-December through mid-April. The New Year week and the Bucket regatta in March are the two peak weeks — yacht availability tightens significantly.

Where do charters depart from?

Port de Gustavia. The harbour accommodates superyachts on the inner quay; smaller yachts use the outer anchorage.

Can charters extend across the Leeward Islands?

Yes — St Martin, Anguilla, St Kitts and Antigua are within day-passage range. A typical Leeward Islands cruise covers four to six islands across seven to ten nights.

What’s the advisor process during peak season?

For the New Year and Bucket weeks, brief twelve months in advance. For shoulder weeks, six months is usually sufficient — late-stage placements happen but options narrow quickly.

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St Barths.

Gustavia-based cruising during the Leeward Islands winter season, with day passages to St Martin and Anguilla.

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Overview

What to expect.

St Barths is the most-requested Caribbean charter port and the social anchor of the Leeward Islands winter season. Port de Gustavia is the only harbour. The inner quay accommodates a fixed number of superyachts; the outer anchorage holds the rest. The day cruising: St Martin, Anguilla, Tintamarre. Sits within an hour or two.

The peak season is mid-December through mid-April. Two weeks tighten yacht availability dramatically: the New Year week, and the St Barths Bucket regatta in early March. For those windows, briefs land twelve months in advance; shoulder weeks remain workable on six months’ notice. Late-stage placements happen, but the options narrow quickly.

Fleet

Yachts currently open in St Barths.

Available on request

The current selection for St Barths is shared privately on request. Speak to a yacht advisor for a curated shortlist.

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Season

When to cruise.

Best months: December to April
Prevailing winds: Trade winds 15–20 kts
Typical base ports: Port de Gustavia

Mid-December through mid-April. The New Year week and the Bucket regatta in early March are the two compression weeks. Yacht availability tightens dramatically. Shoulder weeks remain workable on shorter notice.

Ports

Marinas and anchorages.

Port de Gustavia
The only harbour on the island: superyacht inner quay, outer anchorage for the rest of the fleet.
Anse de Colombier
The standard day anchorage: sheltered, walk-in-only, the most-routed Saint-Barths cove.

Frequently asked

Practical questions.

When is the cruising season in St Barths?: Mid-December through mid-April. The New Year week and the Bucket regatta in March are the two peak weeks — yacht availability tightens significantly.
Where do charters depart from?: Port de Gustavia. The harbour accommodates superyachts on the inner quay; smaller yachts use the outer anchorage.
Can charters extend across the Leeward Islands?: Yes — St Martin, Anguilla, St Kitts and Antigua are within day-passage range. A typical Leeward Islands cruise covers four to six islands across seven to ten nights.
What’s the advisor process during peak season?: For the New Year and Bucket weeks, brief twelve months in advance. For shoulder weeks, six months is usually sufficient — late-stage placements happen but options narrow quickly.

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