Barbados / Special Interests / Sailing & Regattas

Barbados is not particularly known for its sailing, especially when it comes to crewed or bareboat yacht charters, which do not exist on the island. It is 100 miles upwind of the main Caribbean chain, which makes it hard work to make the crossing.

You can, of course, take day sails along the coast. However, The Barbados Yacht Club has a very active sailing calendar and there are regattas throughout the year. The most popular sailing event is the Mount Gay Rum Barbados Regatta in late May/early June, which is just as famous for its sailing as for the serious partying afterwards.

For those wanting to potter about on the water, Sunfish, Sailfish and Hobie Cats are available at most resorts, usually on a complimentary basis if you are staying on property.