Martinique offers charter guests a rare combination of French sophistication and Caribbean warmth, with a coastline of dramatic cliffs, sheltered bays and white sand beaches that suits every yacht size. Yachts in the 450,000 per week bracket typically run to 70 metres and above, crewed by sixteen or more and fitted with the equipment and crew expertise expected at this level of the charter market.
The island is well served by Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport, with direct flights from Europe and connections from the wider Caribbean, making the logistics of joining a yacht here straightforward. Le Marin in the south is the main charter base, with extensive provisioning and technical facilities, while Fort-de-France in the northwest provides access to the island city.
The advance provisioning allowance of approximately 30 per cent of the weekly charter rate covers fuel, food and beverages. Martinique is a French overseas region, so provisioning from both the local market and specialist European importers is available. Marina fees at Le Marin are moderate. Peak charter season is December through April, though the island is accessible year-round.
From Martinique, the itinerary extends south through St Lucia, the Grenadines and Tobago Cays, or north through Dominica and Guadeloupe, giving a full week of distinctive anchorages from a single base.
