Join us in the Caribbean, for a complete liveaboard sailing course aboard a luxurious Bavaria sailboat. We’ll sail from the island of Grenada and visit numerous other islands in the Grenadines. Explore this stunning location while earning American Sailing Association 101,103 and 104 (Basic Keelboat, Basic Coastal Cruising and Bareboat) certifications. Over the course of a week, gain the knowledge, experience and certifications to charter sailboats anywhere in the world, and embark on your own sailing adventure!
2013 Dates
Summer (A great time to sail in the Grenadines! The Grenadines are south of the hurricane belt, so as other sailing destinations further north in the Caribbean close up shop, we keep sailing...)
▪ June 8th-15th (2 spots left)
▪ July 13th-20th (2 spots left)
▪ July 20th-27th
▪ Aug 17th-24th
▪ Aug 24th-31st
Fall
▪ Oct 26th-Nov 2nd
▪ Nov 2nd-9th
▪ Nov 9th-16th (2 spots left)
▪ Dec 7th-14th (2 spots left)
2014 Dates
▪ Jan 18th-25th
▪ Jan 25th-Feb 1st (2 spots left)
▪ Feb 22nd-Mar 1st
▪ Mar 1st-8th
▪ Mar 29th-Apr 5th
▪ Apr 5th-12th
▪ Apr 26th-May 3rd
▪ May 3rd-10th
▪ June 7th-14th
▪ June 14th-21st
(If these dates do not fit your schedule, email us, as we can often put together trips for alternate dates.)
The Trip
This is a learning vacation. The emphasis is on learning how to sail, through hands-on experience, in a beautiful part of the world. Mornings will typically be spent learning and practicing new skills. In the afternoons we will set sail, enjoying the backdrop of spectacular beaches and islands of the Grenadines, refining skills along the way. Once anchored for the afternoon, there will be free time to spend exploring, snorkeling, fishing, and relaxing…
Why Grenada and the Grenadines?
After sailing in other popular Caribbean destinations (like the British Virgin Islands and the Bahamas), we fell in love with the Grenadines. The "Spice Islands" offer a perfect blend of culture, dramatic landscapes, friendly people, abundant marine life, and unspoiled beaches. Ideal sailing conditions, and the lack of crowds, make this an excellent place to conduct our liveaboard courses. We highly recommend spending an extra couple of days, either before or after your trip, to explore this unique destination. Whether exploring St. George (the historic and colorful capital), diving the reefs, taking in a rum distillery tour, visiting a cacao plantation, driving through the dense jungle to mountain waterfalls, or touring the island in a rental car, there is lots to see and do.
The Boats
We use Bavaria sailboats ranging in size from 39 feet to 42 feet. These are newer, spacious sailboats, with all the amenities one would expect to find on sailboats in charter fleets around the world. Our boat will have 3 cabins, 2 heads /bathrooms, a large kitchen and dining area, a cockpit with bimini for shade, and a dinghy with outboard motor for exploring. All participants are given a private cabin during their stay on the boat. We save the spacious owners’ cabin for couples that sign up for the course.
Sailing Course Curriculum
During our time aboard the boat, we will cover and practice all of the following skills in depth. Having a whole week on the boat, and a maximum of 4 students, means that you will have a wealth of opportunities to apply each of these skills, so that by the end of the trip you will be confident and competent in every area.
As topics are covered, we will give ASA tests for levels 101, 103 and 104 for your formal certification. All of the material found in the tests will have been covered in depth, and students should have no trouble passing.
Course Instructors
All of our liveaboard courses are taught by excellent instructors, with a wealth of sailing experience. Nautilus Sailing instructors are knowledgeable, patient and dynamic teachers. They are able to tailor instruction to meet students diverse learning needs and styles. Passionate about sailing and adventure, they love helping others embark on their own sailing journeys. For our instructor profiles, please click the link below:
Instructor Profiles
Trip Costs
The all inclusive price of $2199 covers the cost of the sailboat, accommodations onboard the boat each night, and 3 meals per day onboard. Also covered in the cost are all textbooks, certification materials, and ASA membership. Airfare is not included. A discount of $400 is offered to the spouse, of couples that book the owner’s cabin.
Airfare
American Airlines has daily flights from Miami into Grenada (airport code GND). There are also direct flights with Delta from New York (JFK) several times a week. Flights to Grenada from most major US cities are typically $600-$900, depending on the season.
Pictures
Booking
For more information or to reserve a spot on one of our Grenadines trips, email us or call us at (800) 680-7902. A $1000 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. Payment in full is due 60 days prior to the trip.
Cancellation policy
The trip fee is non-refundable in the event of trip participants having to cancel.
Useful Links:
www.grenadagrenadines.com
www.americanairlines.com
2013 Dates
Summer (A great time to sail in the Grenadines! The Grenadines are south of the hurricane belt, so as other sailing destinations further north in the Caribbean close up shop, we keep sailing...)
▪ June 8th-15th (2 spots left)
▪ July 13th-20th (2 spots left)
▪ July 20th-27th
▪ Aug 17th-24th
▪ Aug 24th-31st
Fall
▪ Oct 26th-Nov 2nd
▪ Nov 2nd-9th
▪ Nov 9th-16th (2 spots left)
▪ Dec 7th-14th (2 spots left)
2014 Dates
▪ Jan 18th-25th
▪ Jan 25th-Feb 1st (2 spots left)
▪ Feb 22nd-Mar 1st
▪ Mar 1st-8th
▪ Mar 29th-Apr 5th
▪ Apr 5th-12th
▪ Apr 26th-May 3rd
▪ May 3rd-10th
▪ June 7th-14th
▪ June 14th-21st
(If these dates do not fit your schedule, email us, as we can often put together trips for alternate dates.)
The Trip
This is a learning vacation. The emphasis is on learning how to sail, through hands-on experience, in a beautiful part of the world. Mornings will typically be spent learning and practicing new skills. In the afternoons we will set sail, enjoying the backdrop of spectacular beaches and islands of the Grenadines, refining skills along the way. Once anchored for the afternoon, there will be free time to spend exploring, snorkeling, fishing, and relaxing…
Why Grenada and the Grenadines?
After sailing in other popular Caribbean destinations (like the British Virgin Islands and the Bahamas), we fell in love with the Grenadines. The "Spice Islands" offer a perfect blend of culture, dramatic landscapes, friendly people, abundant marine life, and unspoiled beaches. Ideal sailing conditions, and the lack of crowds, make this an excellent place to conduct our liveaboard courses. We highly recommend spending an extra couple of days, either before or after your trip, to explore this unique destination. Whether exploring St. George (the historic and colorful capital), diving the reefs, taking in a rum distillery tour, visiting a cacao plantation, driving through the dense jungle to mountain waterfalls, or touring the island in a rental car, there is lots to see and do.
The Boats
We use Bavaria sailboats ranging in size from 39 feet to 42 feet. These are newer, spacious sailboats, with all the amenities one would expect to find on sailboats in charter fleets around the world. Our boat will have 3 cabins, 2 heads /bathrooms, a large kitchen and dining area, a cockpit with bimini for shade, and a dinghy with outboard motor for exploring. All participants are given a private cabin during their stay on the boat. We save the spacious owners’ cabin for couples that sign up for the course.
Sailing Course Curriculum
During our time aboard the boat, we will cover and practice all of the following skills in depth. Having a whole week on the boat, and a maximum of 4 students, means that you will have a wealth of opportunities to apply each of these skills, so that by the end of the trip you will be confident and competent in every area.
As topics are covered, we will give ASA tests for levels 101, 103 and 104 for your formal certification. All of the material found in the tests will have been covered in depth, and students should have no trouble passing.
Course Instructors
All of our liveaboard courses are taught by excellent instructors, with a wealth of sailing experience. Nautilus Sailing instructors are knowledgeable, patient and dynamic teachers. They are able to tailor instruction to meet students diverse learning needs and styles. Passionate about sailing and adventure, they love helping others embark on their own sailing journeys. For our instructor profiles, please click the link below:
Instructor Profiles
Trip Costs
The all inclusive price of $2199 covers the cost of the sailboat, accommodations onboard the boat each night, and 3 meals per day onboard. Also covered in the cost are all textbooks, certification materials, and ASA membership. Airfare is not included. A discount of $400 is offered to the spouse, of couples that book the owner’s cabin.
Airfare
American Airlines has daily flights from Miami into Grenada (airport code GND). There are also direct flights with Delta from New York (JFK) several times a week. Flights to Grenada from most major US cities are typically $600-$900, depending on the season.
Pictures
Booking
For more information or to reserve a spot on one of our Grenadines trips, email us or call us at (800) 680-7902. A $1000 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. Payment in full is due 60 days prior to the trip.
Cancellation policy
The trip fee is non-refundable in the event of trip participants having to cancel.
Useful Links:
www.grenadagrenadines.com
www.americanairlines.com