Where do we board the boat?

Boarding is on Panacea X at Nanny Cay Marina, Falmouth, Antigua; the crew will confirm your slip and exact meet time via the group WhatsApp the day before.

How long is the passage?

This is a two-day delivery covering approximately 100 nautical miles from the BVI regatta area to Simpson Bay, St.Maarten.

Is this suitable for beginner sailors?

Guests with basic sailing experience who are willing to participate in watches are best suited; the delivery is work-focused rather than a leisure charter.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 19 years old as specified for this delivery.

Meal inclusions can vary by delivery—confirm specifics with the operator when you book so you can plan accordingly.

Can I disembark in St.Maarten for flights?

Yes—one benefit of this delivery is disembarkation in Simpson Bay, St.Maarten, which offers cheaper exit flight options for many travelers.

Night Sail from Tortola to St. Maarten: 100 Nautical Miles Under Caribbean Stars

Set out on a two-day delivery cruise that pushes you beyond the harbor lights and into the open Caribbean between Tortola and St. Maarten. This route—100 nautical miles of blue—runs from the finish of the BVI Spring Regatta to Simpson Bay, St.Maarten, offering a compact, authentic night-sailing experience for racers and cruising sailors alike. Join Panacea X in Nanny Cay Marina, Falmouth, Antigua; the crew will confirm your slip number and meeting time over the group WhatsApp the day before.

The trip lives in contrasts: the measured routine of a working delivery and the sudden, quiet intensity of night at sea. Expect trade winds that spool the sails and a horizon broken only by distant navigation lights. With minimal light pollution once you clear the islands, the sky becomes a navigation chart of stars; helm shifts and sail changes are punctuated by constellations overhead. On deck you'll learn practical seamanship—watching watch rotations, trimming sails and steering by feel—skills that are rare to practice in daytime regattas.

The passage itself is the highlight: steady ocean swell, brief watches, and the evolving coastline as you approach Simpson Bay. Disembark in Simpson Bay, St.Maarten, with a tight knot of memories and the relief of stepping onto land after long hours at sea. For people coming off the BVI Spring Regatta, this delivery is an efficient way to reposition, get night-sailing time, and reach cheaper exit flights from St.Maarten.

Panacea X operates as a working yacht during the transfer, which means the itinerary favors skilled, adaptable guests over passive sightseeing. There's a practical rhythm: short watches, shared meals, and a focus on seamanship. It's a hands-on alternative to daytime charters, and that's what makes it special in a region known for reef-hopped day sails and crowded bays. This route highlights offshore cruising rather than harbor hopping.

Whether you're chasing sailing hours to log for experience, seeking a calm offshore night after an adrenaline-filled regatta, or simply after a different angle on Caribbean waters, this crossing delivers. Bring a willingness to learn, an appreciation for silence at sea, and a tolerance for the basic comforts of a delivery cruise. You'll arrive in Simpson Bay with an earned sense of the ocean's scale and the private memory of a long night under Caribbean stars.

Practical details land you on deck prepared: the transfer is scheduled as a two-day passage, and participants must be at least 19 years old. Meals and exact inclusions vary with each delivery; confirm what's provided when you book. Nights at sea are work-focused so leave grand hotel expectations ashore—bring layers, a headlamp with a red setting, and motion-medicine if you're prone to seasickness. Uninterrupted sky, watches, and the salty geometry of offshore sailing.

About Sea to Sky Sailing

Sea to Sky Sailing is a West Vancouver–based sailing school that runs hands-on coastal sailing courses along the British Columbia coast. The company offers a range of RYA-aligned programs including the RYA Competent Crew - Condensed (3-day live-aboard), RYA Competent Crew 5-Day Course, Start Sailing (4-day introductory course), and RYA Day Skipper (5-day).

Each course focuses on practical seamanship: safety procedures, basic navigation, boat handling, docking, watchkeeping, and crew teamwork. Live-aboard elements on select courses provide experience of life aboard a yacht while underway and at anchor.

Courses follow established RYA curricula where indicated and prepare participants for further coastal cruising and certification pathways. The RYA Day Skipper course prepares experienced sailors to gain confidence and independence and aligns with the International Certificate of Competency standard. Instruction emphasizes on-water practice in small groups, repeating maneuvers and drills during multi-day passages along the BC coast.

Sea to Sky Sailing operates from West Vancouver and conducts voyages that explore nearby inshore waters, islands, and channels. The business is featured on The Adventure Collective, providing public visibility into course offerings and itineraries. Prospective students can review trip summaries for course length, learning objectives, and live-aboard options before booking. Safety, seamanship fundamentals, and practical navigation form the core of each program, making the school suitable for beginners and experienced sailors pursuing RYA courses.

Detailed itineraries, schedules, prerequisites, and packing suggestions are available on Sea to Sky Sailing's listing on The Adventure Collective to help prospective sailors choose course and prepare for on-water training effectively.

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