The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta always takes place on the first weekend of March.

The St.Maarten Heineken Regatta is the Caribbean’s largest regatta, attracting top sailors from 37 countries for 4 days of professionally-run racing in perfect Caribbean conditions. Over the years, thousands of sailors have graced the shores of this ideal location. Don’t be left out.

What could be better than racing in the Tropical sun with crystal clear water and ice-cold Heinekens?
Nothing!

St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, it just keeps getting better. Four days of world-class racing with some of the world’s most seasoned sailors, from more than 35 countries, sailing Maxis, Monohulls and Performance Multihulls to holiday-makers on chartered Bareboats and live-aboard families cruising the Caribbean.

Crystal clear waters and cooling northeast trade winds give the pristine conditions for spectacular racing just off the coast of St. Maarten. And with Heineken as title sponsor, the racing days blend seamlessly into four nights of exceptional parties. This event is your bucket list must-do! Come and enjoy life in the Caribbean, come for some Serious Fun.

• A world-famous international sailing event consisting of four days of racing

• Compete with the world’s best sailors on the fastest boats

• Competitors from more than 35 different countries

• Warm trade winds from the northeast

• An average temperature of 25 ° C

• Crystal clear water

• Racing alongside the coast and around the island

• Amazing views of the beaches and rocks

• Enjoy the culture, cuisine, and music from the Dutch and French side

Best suited to agile, people with moderate fitness and ideally a maximum weight of 110kg. Full training is provided.

We strongly recommend to complete a 2-day Sea Safety and Survival Training Course or equivalent.

What's Included :

• Safety equipment (Life jackets with AIS transmitters & Tether)

• Food & Drink whilst On-Board

• Marina Berth and Racing Fees

• Fuel

• Pre-Departure safety briefing and training

What's Not Included :

• Travel Insurance

• Visas, ESTA, residence permits, medical certificates, etc.

• Accommodations ashore

• Meals ashore at restaurants

• Flights and transport to and from departure and arrival ports

• Toiletries
  

• Clothing and wet weather gear.

It’s always recommended that you book flights with date flexibility in case of unforeseen changes due to weather or schedules.

There is an absolute ban on alcohol on board.

Please note: Changes and postponements may occur. Therefore, we ask you to wait to book accommodations or flights, etc., until you receive the final confirmation from us to avoid cancellations and postponements.

Please use a sea bag or a foldable bag. Suitcases are too bulky on board and difficult to stow away.

Documents

• Identity card or passport

• (European) Health insurance card

• Travel health insurance (if needed)

• Plane ticket

Clothes

• Boat shoes (closed and anti-slip – please make sure that the sole does not rub off)

• Sailing boots

• Sailing pants

• Oilskin (waterproof jacket and trousers)

• Fleece jacket or pullover (at sea, it also gets cold at night in summer)

• Thermal underwear

• Hat and cap

• Sunglasses

• Sailing gloves

• Underwear

• Clothes for on land

Hygiene/Health and Miscellaneous

• Sunscreen (no suntan oil!)

• Toiletries

• Shower gel and shampoo (if possible biodegradable)

• Personal medication

• Household remedies against seasickness (drops, chewing gum, …)

• Sleeping bag

• Earplugs/sleeping mask (optional – it is quite loud under deck)

• Towel

• Small pillow

• Laundry bag

• Books for deliveries

Safety equipment

• Sailing knife/ Leatherman (if you have one)

• Headlamp (waterproof and red light function, spare batteries)

Book and pay

Click the Book Now button above to secure your place. Choose from Pay in Full or deposit options. Direct debit from your bank account, debit card or credit card options are available. Pay in the currency of your choice.

Personalise your payment plan

If you want to set up a payment plan, contact us here and let us know your desired deposit (minimum 10% required) and your preferred payment. You can make up to 18 payments, for the balance. You can choose the frequency and customise each payment amount.

Not ready to pay, but want to secure your place?

Reserve your place onboard today, with no obligation. We’ll send the confirmation details, itinerary, deposit invoice and be sure to answer all your questions, while you finalise your plans before confirming. Reserve here.

When you cancel

If you book and then cancel prior to an event, for any reason, terms and conditions apply. For a full refund of a sailing trip, flights and hotel costs, we recommend travel insurance. View Terms & Conditions.