Westport, based in Westport, Washington, produces a distinctive range of composite motor yachts known for their aluminium superstructures, fiberglass hulls and a practical, owner-focused approach to design that has won the yard a loyal following in the North American market. The yard range runs from 112 to 164 feet, covering the most active part of the charter market in terms of guest capacity and price point.
Guadeloupe is well suited to Westport charter yachts. The island protected harbours and calm lagoon anchorages work well for vessels of this size, and the trade wind conditions from December through April provide comfortable passages between Guadeloupe and the surrounding islands. The French cultural character of the island adds a quality to provisioning and shoreside experiences that is hard to find elsewhere in the Lesser Antilles.
Westport charter yachts operating around Guadeloupe are typically priced from 40,000 to 150,000 euros per week depending on vessel size and specification. The advance provisioning allowance, covering fuel, food, port fees and drinks, adds approximately 25 to 30 percent. The composite construction of Westport hulls provides better fuel efficiency than comparable steel builds.
From Guadeloupe, a Westport charter works the southern arc through the Saintes and Dominica or the northern circuit via Antigua and St Barts within a single week itinerary. The range of Westport vessels and their modest fuel consumption make inter-island passages economical.
