Offshore Passage
Training
Two distinct 10-day voyages through the Eastern Caribbean. Build offshore confidence with night watches, multi-day passages, and real ocean sailing.
10
Days Per Leg
500+
Total Miles
8+
Islands
6
Max Crew
Two Distinct Voyages
Choose one leg or complete both for the ultimate offshore experience
Leg 1
St. Martin to Martinique
10 Days | 300–350 Nautical Miles
Island hopping through the Leewards and Windwards with clearances, anchoring, and coastal navigation.
Leg 2
Martinique to Grenada
10 Days | 190–225 Nautical Miles
Continue through the Windwards to Grenada with the beautiful Grenadines along the way.
Leg 1: St. Martin to Martinique
10-Day Detailed Itinerary
| Day | Passage | Training Modules | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Martin (Marigot / Simpson Bay) Crew change, provisioning, safety drills | Vessel readiness, float plan, customs exit St. Martin | 5-10 nm local |
| 2 | St. Martin to St. Barths Open water passage | Customs entry St. Barths, pilotage, mooring | 15-20 nm |
| 3 | St. Barths to Nevis Longer passage | Watch rotation, log keeping | 85-90 nm |
| 4 | Nevis to Guadeloupe (Les Saintes / Deshaies) Island arrival | Customs entry Guadeloupe, navigation rules | 85-95 nm |
| 5 | Guadeloupe (Lay day / local sailing) Harbor practice | Docking drills, leadership, safety management | 5-10 nm local |
| 6 | Guadeloupe to Dominica Coastal/offshore run | Pilotage, mooring, COLREGs reinforcement | 50-55 nm |
| 7 | Dominica (Portsmouth / Roseau) Harbor operations | Harbor entry, mooring techniques | 5-10 nm local |
| 8 | Dominica to Martinique Final crossing | Fuel/water management, AIS monitoring, collision avoidance | 45-50 nm |
| 9 | Martinique (Le Marin / Fort-de-France) Seamanship review | Celestial recap, crew-led local passage | 5-10 nm local |
| 10 | Martinique Closing day | Debrief and log sign-offs | n/a |
Leg 1 Total: Approximately 300–350 nautical miles logged
Leg 2: Martinique to Grenada
10-Day Detailed Itinerary
| Day | Passage | Training Modules | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Martinique (Le Marin) Welcome, safety briefing, shakedown sail | Skipper responsibilities, crew safety, vessel checks | 5-10 nm |
| 2 | Martinique to St. Lucia First passage | Anchoring practice, harbor entry, clearance procedures | 25-30 nm |
| 3 | St. Lucia to St. Vincent Coastal passage | Pilotage, buoyage, coastal navigation | 55-60 nm |
| 4 | St. Vincent → Bequia → Tobago Cays Island hopping | Sail trim, reefing, COLREGs introduction | 35-40 nm |
| 5 | Tobago Cays to Union Island (SVG) Border operations | Customs procedures, mooring drills | 12-15 nm |
| 6 | Union Island to Carriacou (Tyrell Bay) Short passage | Pilotage, harbor entry | 12-15 nm |
| 7 | Carriacou (Crew-led local sail) Island exploration | Docking/undocking, leadership, heavy weather tactics | 10-20 nm local |
| 8 | Carriacou to Grenada Final crossing | AIS watch, collision avoidance | 35 nm |
| 9 | Grenada (Main Island) Seamanship review | Log entries, practical drills | 5-10 nm local |
| 10 | Grenada Closing day | Debrief and log sign-offs | n/a |
Leg 2 Total: Approximately 190–225 nautical miles logged
Upcoming Passages
Limited spots available — reserve early
Leg 1: St. Martin to Martinique
February 7–16, 2025 | Spots available
Leg 2: Martinique to Grenada
February 21 – March 2, 2025 | Spots available
Leg 1: St. Martin to Martinique
March 7–16, 2025 | Spots available
Leg 2: Martinique to Grenada
March 21–30, 2025 | Spots available
Leg 1: St. Martin to Martinique
April 4–13, 2025 | Spots available
Leg 2: Martinique to Grenada
April 18–27, 2025 | Spots available
Leg 1: St. Martin to Martinique
May 2–11, 2025 | Spots available
Leg 2: Martinique to Grenada
May 16–25, 2025 | Spots available
Don't see dates that work for you? to discuss custom training options.
Program Pricing
Pricing is per person, based on sharing a double cabin
$9,000 per person
- Sharing a standard double cabin with A/C
- 10 days live-aboard training per leg
- Professional skipper/instructor
- Logged miles certificate
$12,000 per person
- Owners version double cabin
- 3:1 instructor ratio
- 45'+ catamaran
- All training inclusions from Standard
What's Included
Not Included
- • Flights
- • Dinner ashore and trips ashore
- • Exam fees
- • Personal travel insurance
Offshore Passage FAQs
Answers for mile-builders and future charter owners
How many miles will I log per leg?
Expect approximately 300–350 NM on Leg 1 and 190–225 NM on Leg 2, depending on conditions and routing.
Are night watches included?
Yes. Night watches are part of offshore confidence-building with proper rotation, lookout, and safety protocols.
Do we practice customs and clearances?
Yes. Multi-country customs and immigration, plus entry/exit procedures, are part of the practical learning during passages.
Is this suitable preparation for charter ownership?
Absolutely. Offshore passages deliver real-world seamanship and decision-making, forming a strong base before the Owner Transition Program.
Will I get an ICC here?
ICC assessment is available separately or in conjunction with the Day Skipper program; we can advise best timing based on your experience.
What's included vs not included?
Accommodation, meals, skipper/instructor, fuel/marina fees, and training materials are included. Flights, meals ashore, excursions, and exam fees are not.
Ready for Your Offshore Adventure?
Reserve your spot on an upcoming passage or enquire about both legs