Whether you’re looking for tranquillity, a great nightlife or a combination of both, Antigua is a great place to find it. Although a good starting point for sailing either north or south, you may find it difficult to leave the glistening beaches and wonderful anchorages of Antigua itself.
Nelson’s old naval dockyard at English Harbour is a spot of historic beauty and interest. It is the only working Georgian dockyard in the world and apart from including a museum dedicated to Admiral Nelson who hid his fleet at English Harbour, Nelsons Dockyard is an active yachting centre.
Marina & starting point
The base is set in Nelson's Dockyard built by the famous Admiral Lord Nelson and provides bareboat yachts from 35ft to 50ft and crewed up to 90 ft to choose from. This historic area is known as much for its lively pubs and restaurants as its fascinating historical background. Nelson’s Dockyard has some great nightlife throughout December to May, while nearby Shirley Heights is a popular gathering place for the famous “Jump Up”, BBQs and punch parties with dancing and live music. Local Creole and good international cuisine can be enjoyed on Antigua.
Bareboat Exp. Level
From 1 - easy to 5 - very experienced: 4. We could provide a skipper service for your first day's sail from our base to familiarise the crew with the boat
Diving
Diving is very popular around Antigua and can be arranged locally. There is also the facility to arrange "rendez-vous" diving.
Airport
International airport, daily flights from London and from the main cities of the world
Local Language
English
Currency
US Dollars and € Euro are used. Major credit cards may be accepted in hotels, restaurants and some shops. There are many places throughout the sailing areas to exchange money from cash, Travellers Cheques and Major Credit Cards.
Strong points
Places to visit include any one of the 365 beaches, Jolly Harbour - the largest marina, golf and beach resort in the Caribbean, Clarence House, and Shirley Heights to watch the sun set over English Harbour. Nelson’s Dockyard includes a museum donated to Admiral Nelson who hid his fleet at English Harbour.
Modern infrastructure of nautical support, big and nice beaches, surfing spot.
Various options of leisure : casinos, nightclub, bars and restaurants
Excellent infrastructures for diving and practising of other water sports in clear and pleasant waters. Excursions and tours within the islands.
Sample cruise
One week cruise around Antigua
One way
Tortola (British Virgin Islands), Saint Martin, Guadeloupe, Martinique.
Charters
Bareboat, Crewed Cruise, Tour and Honeymoon, Luxury Sailing boat and Motoryacht.
