Sailing Saint Barts
14 May 2026 · 18 min · 55 views · Gustavia, Saint Barthélemy
Crew raises courtesy flag on catamaran in stormy seas
What this video covers
David Blair sails from Anguilla to Saint Barts, completing the passage in 3.5 hours.▶ 3:20 Upon arrival, the crew anchors in 9 meters of water in a crowded anchorage near Gustavia, noting that many mooring buoys are private and unavailable.▶ 3:20 The crew clears customs using the SailClear app, though they note that local regulations sometimes require manual processing despite the digital system.▶ 16:15 While exploring the island, they rent motorcycles for 45 euros per day to visit local landmarks, including Nikki Beach, Saline Beach, and Lorient Beach.▶ 9:51 The anchorage experiences high turnover, with boats frequently departing in the morning to create space for new arrivals.▶ 5:00 The crew observes significant air traffic due to the proximity of the Gustavia airport runway to the harbor.▶ 4:13 They plan to depart for Saba after a short stay.▶ 16:15
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