Explore Santa Lucia, located in the Virgin Islands island chain, from the unique vantage point of a small sailboat that allows the boat to access small coves, reefs, and ports that otherwise are impossible to access on a large vessel. Take a tour through the Pigeon Island National Park or hike the Tet Paul Nature Trail to get to know the geography of this small island country better. This island nation is paired with two beautiful mountainous volcanic plugs that helped create the volcanic beaches and reef-diving sites. Visit the top-rated beaches such as the Reduit, Anse Chastanet, and Jalousie beach all giving you that feeling of bliss with the white sand and see-through water. You could also combine your cruise to St. Lucia with a cruise around the greater Caribbean. Contact our travel experts to start planning your Virgin Islands today!

Top 7 St. Lucia Small Ship Cruises for 2022-2023

Name: Caribbean Tours & Travel
Brand: Adventure Life
Rating: 4.9 (375 reviews)

Sailing the Caribbean

8 Days from $10,880

Experience the Caribbean in the most authentic way under the 30 white sails of Sea Cloud on this 8-day round trip cruise of Barbados. As you delight in the comfort of this sailing schooner, there will be opportunities to snorkel the vibrant reefs of these turquoise waters, and relax on the beaches of Dominica, the Grenadines, and St. Lucia.

Pearls of the Caribbean

Bridgetown Rountrip
9 Days from $3,620

Le Dumont-d’Urville brings you a 9-day cruise to the heart of the most enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea, combining long white-sand beaches and the easy Creole way of life. This Barbados roundtrip itinerary visits Port Elizabeth, Les Saintes, Fort-de-France, Mayreau Island, St. George's, Tobago Cays, Pigeon Island, and Soufrière,

Windward Islands

Bridgetown to Bridgetown
8 Days from $2,420

Board the luxurious Royal Clipper sailing ship for this 8-day roundtrip cruise of the Caribbean, departing from Bridgetown, Barbados to St. Lucia, Dominica, Antigua, St. Kitts, Martinique, and more! Snorkel in turquoise reefs, explore tropical rainforests, relax on the sun-kissed beaches, and delight in exotic markets and charming seaside cafes.

Philipsburg to Puntarenas

Philipsburg to Quepos
16 Days from $9,565

Relax and unwind as the Sea Cloud Spirit takes you to the best of the Caribbean, Colombia, Panama, and Costa Rica during this 16-day cruise from Philipsburg to Puntarenas.

Pearls of the Caribbean

Roundtrip Fort-de-France
9 Days from $3,620

Join Le Dumont-d'Urville on its 9-day sailing expedition roundtrip from Fort-de-France and explore the enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea visiting Port Elizabeth, St. George's, Saint Lucia, Soufrière and many more!

Windward Islands Christmas Cruise

Bridgetown to Bridgetown
8 Days from $2,420

Royal Clipper offers the ultimate sea-going experience as you travel to the beautiful beaches and landscapes of the Caribbean. This 8-day sailing journey is unforgettable, with destinations including Barbados, St. Lucia, Dominica, Antigua, St. Kitts, Martinique, and more!

Take in the sights, sounds, and colors of Barbados

Cruising the Caribbean's Windward Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Vieux Fort - Bridgetown
9 Days from $4,930

From Vieux Fort, St. Lucia set sail aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville for a 9-day Caribbean Windward cruise to visit the heart of the most enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea.. Before disembarking in Bridgetown, Barbados, you will explore long stretches of white-sand beach, idyllic turquoise waters, and the laid-back island way of life

7 Best St. Lucia Luxury Small Ship Cruises for 2022-2023

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Sailing the Caribbean	$10880	8	Jan 20, 2023	Experience the Caribbean in the most authentic way under the 30 white sails of Sea Cloud on this 8-day round trip cruise of Barbados. As you delight … 0
Pearls of the Caribbean	$3620	9	Mar 13, 2023	Le Dumont-d’Urville brings you a 9-day cruise to the heart of the most enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea, combining long white-sand beaches … 0
Windward Islands	$2420	8	Dec 10, 2022	Board the luxurious Royal Clipper sailing ship for this 8-day roundtrip cruise of the Caribbean, departing from Bridgetown, Barbados to St. Lucia, … 0
Philipsburg to Puntarenas	$9565	16	Dec 5, 2022	Relax and unwind as the Sea Cloud Spirit takes you to the best of the Caribbean, Colombia, Panama, and Costa Rica during this 16-day cruise from … 0
Pearls of the Caribbean	$3620	9	Nov 25, 2022	Join Le Dumont-d'Urville on its 9-day sailing expedition roundtrip from Fort-de-France and explore the enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea … 0
Windward Islands Christmas Cruise	$2420	8	Dec 24, 2022	Royal Clipper offers the ultimate sea-going experience as you travel to the beautiful beaches and landscapes of the Caribbean. This 8-day sailing … 0
Cruising the Caribbean's Windward Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys	$4930	9	Feb 25, 2023	From Vieux Fort, St. Lucia set sail aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville for a 9-day Caribbean Windward cruise to visit the heart of the most enchanting … 0

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St. Lucia & Virgin Islands Travel Guide

Virgin Islands Politics

A trip to the U.S. Virgin Islands has very tricky and confusing politics surrounding it. For example, The U.S. Virgin Islands are an unincorporated U.S. territory which means they have a say in Congress, but only in committees. It's both important and enlightening to understand the politics around the U.S. Islands, especially if you're from the U.S.

The Cultural Side of a Virgin Islands Cruise

The Virgin Islands have a diverse mix of cultures, religions, and ethnicities. Read this article to learn all about these unique identities.

Cuisine of the Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands have an unusual cuisine, that's been influenced by Europeans, Indians, Americans, and traditional African recipes.

Wildside of the Virgin Islands

A trip to the Caribbean has so much more to offer travelers than beaches and sunbathing. It might come as a surprise that this destination could excite wildlife enthusiasts! The Caribbean islands have an unexpected variety of wildlife to observe. Besides marine life, there are exotic plants, frogs, iguana lizards, bats, and an array of bird species.

A Geographical look at the Virgin Islands

It's important to understand the geography of where the islands are located and where the British and U.S. Islands are in relation to each other so you can work with Adventure Life to find you the perfect cruise that includes all the destinations on your bucket list.

Virgin Islands Environment

The Virgin Islands have an extremely diverse environment that includes mountains to hike, coral reefs to explore, beaches, and coastal grasslands. With all these differing environments, there's something that everyone can enjoy.

Best time to visit St. Lucia

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The best time to visit St. Lucia is between April and June. This is because there's very little rainfall, the temperatures are comfortable in the mid-70's to 80's (Between 21-27 degrees Celsius), and it's not the peak tourism season resulting in less expensive lodging and activities along with fewer crowds.

Between December and March is also a good time to go to St. Lucia but this is the peak tourism season so hotel and activity prices can raise as much as 50%!

Between July and November you'll find amazing deals but these months correspond with hurricane season so it's not recommended that you go during this time.

Explore the U.S. Virgin Islands on an Adventure Cruise

The U.S. Virgin Islands are celebrated for their warm waters, and sandy beaches. But they also offer their visitors a rich cultures and spectacular wildlife. Learn a little more about what to you can expect for the islands.

Best St. Lucia Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2022-2023

Ponant - offers an "à la carte" approach to organizing your trip: you get to choose the options and select the places you want to see and visit based on your preferences. Le Champlain sails St. Lucia, a jewel of the Caribbean with the picture-postcard setting, long fine-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and hidden waterfalls.
Star Clippers Americas - has introduced travelers to the thrill of genuine tall ship sailing in many Caribbean islands, including the lush tropical splendor of St. Lucia, which is part of the Windward Islands. Guinness World Records 2001 officially recognized Royal Clipper as the world's largest square rigger in service.
Lindblad Expeditions - sail the sparkling island of St. Lucia in the Caribbean aboard the historic square-rigger Sea Cloud.