Sailing Martinique.
24 May 2026 · 1h 18m · 59 views · Saint-Pierre, Martinique
Sailboat under full sail near Martinique’s volcanic coast
What this video covers
A 50-ft sailing vessel cruises the western coast of Martinique, stopping at Saint-Pierre, Fort-de-France, and Grand Anse. The crew navigates coastal passages with wind speeds ranging from 7 to 33 knots, recording a maximum boat speed of 10.6 knots.5:06 At Saint-Pierre, the vessel anchors in 8 meters of water with 50 meters of chain, noting that the anchorage is small and deep, with depths dropping rapidly to 200 meters near the shore.9:42 The crew refuels at a fuel dock in Fort-de-France, taking on 745.4 liters of diesel, and later anchors in Anse Mitan in 5 meters of water with 48 meters of chain.38:15 The transit involves managing limited wind conditions, requiring engine use, and navigating around local fishing zones and mooring fields. The crew utilizes a tender to access beaches and local infrastructure, including restaurants and ferry jetties. The itinerary continues south toward Saint Lucia and the Grenadines.1:17:02
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