MonTserrat ECo Adventure - sail between Antigua and Montserrat

This is an unique opportunity to participate in sailing an ocean racing yacht to this beautiful and exciting Island and to stay as long as you want and tailor your very own adventure.

[Alternatively if you are based on Montserrat and would like to visit Antigua for a period then the booking allows this flexibility]

Starts 1st December 2008

Sailing every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Further sailings will be scheduled subject to demand and whole boat private charters are available.

This is a fantastic adventure incorporating a taste of sailing between Falmouth Harbour and Little Bay in Montserrat with ample time to experience the spectacular nature and scenery including the Volcano.

Guests are encouraged to take an active part in all aspects of sailing the yacht and full instruction will be given.

The trip will appeal to sailors and novices alike. Ondeck's Skippers and crew are experienced in taking groups with varying degrees of experience across the Atlantic Ocean – so you will be in good hands.

We depart Antigua [Falmouth] every day at 0800* with the downwind sail to Montserrat taking approximately 3-4 hours. There will be a maximum of 15 guests plus our professional crew

We depart Montserrat every day at 1300* with the upwind return sail to Antigua taking approximately 4-5 hours.

The sail is part of the adventure!

The Adventure has been designed to allow you the flexibility to spend a number of days on Montserrat partaking in the many unique activities on offer including some wonderful Island tours, trekking in the rainforest with experienced guides, horseback riding, diving and snorkeling in pristine waters, visiting the Montserrat Volcano Observatory, boat trips to Plymouth to see the old capital now largely submerged beneath the flows or simply relaxing on the beach.

After that it’s time for some wonderful Montserratian hospitality in the welcoming bars [rum shops not wine bars!] and restaurants available. The hospitality is truly unique and the warmth of the people is second to none… it really is how the Caribbean used to be

There is a wide range of accommodation available from hostels to guest houses, a modern hotel and some great villas all at very reasonable prices and all with wonderful views of the volcano and the ocean.

*Please note that departure times are approximate

Costs:

The cost of a return trip is $189.00 US

To Book and Pay Online please Click Here or call +1 (268) 562-6696

Please call or email for more information. Ondeck will assist with all immigration formalities.

The Yachts

Ondeck's Farr 65s are round the World racing yachts. They have competed one circumnavigation and countless Atlantic crossings and are solid, safe and exhilarating boats to sail.   The wide cockpit makes a perfect platform for enjoying the scenic passage, and the galley allows for cold drinks and food to be served with ease. The yachts have two toilet facilities and are certificated to MCA category 1 rating allowing them to cross oceans with paying guests.

All photography is courtesy of the Montserrat Tourist Board - For more information on Montserrat go to www.visitmontserrat.com †

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