• Wave icon Trip Type: Coastal
  • Speech bubble icon Instructors: 2
  • People icon Crew Size: Max 9 (10 for ocean)
  • Cake icon Ages: 18-70 ish
  • Pin icon Region: Caribbean & The Americas
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9 Days from £1,999

Dates, Prices & Travel

Join the crew for Grenada Sailing Week

Discover the magic of Grenada Sailing Week, a unique blend of fun yacht racing and vibrant Caribbean culture. Set in the stunning waters of Grenada, known as the “Spice Island,” this event stands out for its perfect sailing conditions – steady winds, warm temperatures, crystal-clear waters – and a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Grenada Sailing Week is much more than just the racing; it’s a real celebration of the area and the island, with a lively mix of onshore festivities each day. After racing around the spice-laden island in the hot sun and turquoise waters, you can discover the island’s rich heritage, from spicy Creole cuisine to infectious Calypso rhythms. Grenada Sailing Week is an unforgettable sailing experience where camaraderie, competition, and culture converge in one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful destinations.

Race with Confidence: Join the Rubicon 3 Team for a Safe, Supportive, Thrilling Adventure

Racing with Rubicon 3 is famously friendly and inclusive, with crew comfort and confidence as our top priorities. Perfect for beginners and seasoned sailors alike, our approach is designed to ease all your concerns about yacht racing.

  1. Tailored Training: Our experienced skippers provide comprehensive training, ensuring you gain the skills and confidence needed, regardless of your starting level. We focus on a step-by-step approach, making yacht racing accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
  2. Emphasis on Safety: Your safety is paramount. As well as our world-class safety protocols, we conduct thorough safety briefings and drills. You’ll learn how to handle various scenarios while racing, significantly reducing the risks and anxiety.
  3. Physical Fitness Not a Barrier: Our team values strategy and teamwork over physical prowess. Roles on the yacht are assigned based on your comfort level and ability, ensuring everyone can participate and contribute effectively.
  4. Supportive Team Environment: Rubicon 3 is a welcoming community where camaraderie is critical. We believe in teamwork, mutual support, and enjoying the experience together. You’ll never feel out of place or under pressure to perform.
  5. Guided Introduction to the Sport: We demystify yacht racing with clear explanations and hands-on experiences. Learn at your own pace in a stress-free environment, turning the unknown into a thrilling adventure.

Join us for a unique opportunity to take part in yacht racing in a safe, supportive, and fun setting.

Want to join?

Go to the Dates & Prices button to see the dates this trip runs. It will also give you information on connecting travel, including where to fly and when and where to join the boat.

Get Ready For…

  • caribbean racing
    Racing in a tropical paradise

    Yacht racing in the Caribbean blends thrilling competition with stunning tropical scenery. The crystal-clear waters and consistent trade winds provide ideal sailing conditions, while the vibrant culture and warm hospitality of the islands add an unmatched, festive atmosphere.

  • sailing instruction
    Full involvement & expert tuition

    Whatever your prior sailing experience, you’ll be helming, navigating, trimming sails and anchoring from day one, all with the highest quality tuition from the expert Rubicon 3 instructors. The more you’re involved the better!

  • sailing yacht
    It’s genuine adventure sailing

    Rubicon 3 expeditions are far more than just a sailing vacation. They immerse you in adventure, discovery and enable you to explore the world under sail

Sailing Area

Grenadines sailing area map
Grenadines sailing route
The Yachts

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Key Information
What’s included

  • All food and accommodation on board

  • All fuel & berthing fees

  • Your own bunk and storage area

  • Use of oilskins

  • Use of lifejacket with PLB

  • All sailing tuition

  • RYA Competent Crew (supplementary fee)

What’s Not included

  • Your connecting travel to & from boat

  • Sailing & travel insurance

  • Meals you choose to eat ashore

  • Alcohol

  • Visas (where required)

  • Discretionary crew tip

Interested in dates & availability?

To see when this trip runs, its start and end locations, price to join the crew and availability, click on the ‘Dates, Prices & Travel’ button up top.

Discretionary tipping of the Rubicon 3 crew

We’ve priced this trip 5-10% lower than we otherwise would to allow you the option, at the end of your adventure, to offer a discretionary tip to the Rubicon 3 skipper and mate if you feel they’ve provided exceptional service. A combined tip of 5-10% is suggested but is entirely at your discretion and based on your satisfaction with their performance. See our FAQs here.

Got Questions? We’re Here to Help!

We get it – joining a major sailing adventure is a big decision, and it’s natural to have lots of questions before you book. Wondering who else will be onboard? What the experience will be like? These and many more questions are completely normal. While our homepage and FAQs provide loads of info, we know sometimes it’s best to talk it through. Don’t hesitate to contact us by phone, email, or live chat (at the bottom of the screen). Better yet, we’d suggest you schedule a call. Most crew who join do and find it really useful. We can discuss your options, answer every question, and make sure you’re booking on the perfect trip for you.

Grenada Sailing Week, formerly the Grenada Sailing Festival, takes place over five days. To ensure you have the best time, we include two days of pre-regatta training and a couple of days of recreational cruising afterwards, giving you some more relaxed time to enjoy this astonishingly beautiful island.

Days 1-2: Training and preparation

Having flown into St Lucia, you’ll meet the crew and we’ll spend the first couple of days gently sailing south through the Grenadines toward Grenada. This gives us a lovely way to acclimatise to being on the yacht, brush up on old skills that have gone rusty and learn new ones. We also work on building the crew as a team.

To ensure full involvement, every crew member practises manoeuvres, sail trim, and boat handling. It also gives us time to discuss race strategies, analyze wind patterns and look at the course layouts. The journey south also gives us time to teach you a bit more about the various maintenance tasks we do on these yachts and teach you about the safety gear we carry. We’ll also some conduct mock emergency scenarios to reinforce quick and efficient response skills. This meticulous preparation en route to Grenada is crucial for optimal performance, fun and safety during the regatta.

Race Day 1

The competition begins! We’ll participate in the first day’s racing from Tyrell Bay, trying our strategies and skills and seeing how we perform in relation to the other boats. The usual first race is around the stunning island of Carriacou. Post-race, enjoy the lively atmosphere onshore with entertainment, local cuisine and a beach party.

Race Day 2

The main fleet will start racing again, and we’ll continue challenging ourselves and improving our standings. Each race is a chance to learn and grow as a team. The second day is often a race from Carriacou back to Grenada, and we’ll stay that night in the lovely La Phare Bleu marina. That night, there’s often an enjoyable fancy-dress party on the beach.

Lay Day

This is a day for relaxation and exploration. Enjoy Grenada’s beautiful beaches, explore the island, or join in local activities. It’s a well-deserved break.

Race Day 3

Today, we’re back to yacht racing! We’ll tackle different courses, which require adapting our tactics. This is usually a day of three to four shorter races, which ramps up the activity levels and fun.

Final Race Day and Awards Ceremony

Today is our last chance to shine on the water, with another day of shorter races on the west coast of Grenada. After the final race, we’ll join the closing ceremony for the final prize giving and where awards are given. It’s a fun end to an exhilarating week full of camaraderie and celebration.

Throughout the race week, expect morning briefings, debriefs after each race, and plenty of team discussions. It’s a blend of competition, skill development, and fun – a memorable experience in the stunning setting of Grenada.

Passage back to St Lucia

After all the drama of the racing, it’s lovely to finish with some gentle cruising and exploring as we head back north to St Lucia, almost certainly with a stop en route to experience one of these magical islands. We finish with a crew meal ashore, then it’s off home, and we can all start dreaming of future adventures.

Dates, Prices & Travel

Start Date & Location

January 24, 2025
St Lucia

End Date & Location

February 1, 2025
St Lucia

Price

£1,999

Deposit

£750

Availability

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Trip Information

Start Date: January 24, 2025

Start Time: 09:00

Start Country: St Lucia

Start Port: Rodney Bay

Start Marina: Rodney Bay

End Date: February 1, 2025

End Time: 12:00

End Country: St Lucia

End Port: Rodney Bay

End Marina: Rodney Bay

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Fly Into: St Lucia (IATA Code: UVF)
Fly Out of: St Lucia (IATA Code: UVF)
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* Flights are not included in the trip price.

Important Notes
Joining the boat
  • You will join the boat in St Lucia.
  • It is scheduled to be in Rodney Bay Marina, St Lucia
  • The trip starts at 9:00 AM on January 24 2025, so you will need to be in St Lucia by January 23, 2025.
  • You have two options for accommodation on the night before the start date:
    • Stay in a hotel or AirBnB in St Lucia.
    • Alternatively, you can stay onboard the boat from 6:00 PM on a bed & breakfast basis. Select this option during your booking process.
Leaving the boat
  • You will leave the boat in Rodney Bay, St Lucia
  • The boat is scheduled to arrive into St Lucia on the Morning of Februray 1, 2025, and you will need to disembark by 12:00.
General Notes
  • We have a very strong track record of meeting the scheduled end date, with only a few exceptions over a decade of sailing and across hundreds of thousands of miles of sailing. However, given the nature and distance of ocean crossings, we can’t guarantee it and recommend booking flexible onward travel from St Lucia or at least allowing an extra day in your itinerary as a precaution.
  • You cannot stay on the boat after the trip end date.
  • Once you have booked, we will connect you up with other crew so you can liaise regarding connecting travel, meet up in advance etc.
  • If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
5-Point Pre-Booking Checklist

Before you finalize your booking, we suggest you run through our pre-booking checklist:

  1. Check Flights: Make sure you have found the right flights for your trip. Book them as soon as you have booked your Rubicon 3 trip.
  2. Travel Insurance: Once you’ve booked your trip with us, buy some sailing travel insurance. Read our full guide here.
  3. Passport Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date. Some countries require this for entry, so it’s crucial to check and renew your passport if necessary.
  4. Visas: Most sailors will not require any visas for this trip. However, if you are concerned, check any visa requirements for both your destination and any transit countries. If you do need a visa, processing times can vary, so it’s advisable to apply well in advance of your trip.
  5. Vaccinations and Health Checks: There are no vaccinations required for this trip. Make sure you have an acceptable level of fitness and agility. You can read our guide here. This is for the safety of all on board.

Sub total: £750

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Start Date & Location

January 23, 2026
St Lucia

End Date & Location

January 31, 2026
St Lucia

Price

£1,999

Deposit

£999

Availability

Available

Booking Information
Trip Information

Start Date: January 23, 2026

Start Time: 09:00

Start Country: St Lucia

Start Port: Rodney Bay

Start Marina: Rodney Bay Marina

End Date: January 31, 2026

End Time: 12:00

End Country: St Lucia

End Port: Rodney Bay

End Marina: Rodney Bay Marina

Find Flights For This Trip
Fly Into: St Lucia (IATA Code: UVF)
Fly Out of: St Lucia (IATA Code: UVF)
Search on Google Flights

* Flights are not included in the trip price.

Important Notes
Joining the boat
  • You will join the boat in St Lucia.
  • It is scheduled to be in Rodney Bay Marina, St Lucia
  • The trip starts at 9:00 AM on January 23 2026, so you will need to be in St Lucia by January 22, 2026.
  • You have two options for accommodation on the night before the start date:
    • Stay in a hotel or AirBnB in St Lucia.
    • Alternatively, you can stay onboard the boat from 6:00 PM on a bed & breakfast basis. Select this option during your booking process.
Leaving the boat
  • You will leave the boat in Rodney Bay, St Lucia
  • The boat is scheduled to arrive into St Lucia on the Morning of January 31, 2026, and you will need to disembark by 12:00.
General Notes
  • We have a very strong track record of meeting the scheduled end date, with only a few exceptions over a decade of sailing and across hundreds of thousands of miles of sailing. However, given the nature and distance of ocean crossings, we can’t guarantee it and recommend booking flexible onward travel from St Lucia or at least allowing an extra day in your itinerary as a precaution.
  • You cannot stay on the boat after the trip end date.
  • Once you have booked, we will connect you up with other crew so you can liaise regarding connecting travel, meet up in advance etc.
  • If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
5-Point Pre-Booking Checklist

Before you finalize your booking, we suggest you run through our pre-booking checklist:

  1. Check Flights: Make sure you have found the right flights for your trip. Book them as soon as you have booked your Rubicon 3 trip.
  2. Travel Insurance: Once you’ve booked your trip with us, buy some sailing travel insurance. Read our full guide here.
  3. Passport Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date. Some countries require this for entry, so it’s crucial to check and renew your passport if necessary.
  4. Visas: Most sailors will not require any visas for this trip. However, if you are concerned, check any visa requirements for both your destination and any transit countries. If you do need a visa, processing times can vary, so it’s advisable to apply well in advance of your trip.
  5. Vaccinations and Health Checks: There are no vaccinations required for this trip. Make sure you have an acceptable level of fitness and agility. You can read our guide here. This is for the safety of all on board.
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Sub total: £999

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