In 2017, Bermuda sailboat charters are surrounding the festivities of the 35th America’s Cup which is being staged in June. Although you’ll be hankering to be at every finish line, you really shouldn’t miss exploring all the outstanding activities and attractions this gorgeous island offers. Bermuda is a dreamy tropical haven, ideal for sailing aficionados craving sublime temps and stunning surroundings.
From walking tours of historic quarters to scuba diving mysterious wrecks and sunset horse rides along stretches of impossibly pink sandy beaches, our favorite Top Ten Things to Do on a Bermuda Sailboat Charters
1. Take a Walking Tour of Historic St. George’s
UNESCO heritage-listed St George’s is the epitome of colonial charm. A maze of delightful narrow cobblestone streets, vibrantly colored stone houses, and enough fab shopping and dining to keep you hanging around a little longer, St George’s was the first English settlement in Bermuda and boasts over four centuries of intriguing history. Meander your way down Mullet Bay Road, grab a mid-morning coffee at Somers Wharf and don’t forget to be at King’s Square at 12.30 p.m., when a reenactment of the ‘ducking stool’, an old form of punishment aimed at reforming gossiping women, takes place. Regarded as the oldest continuously inhabited English town in the Americas, small and unassuming St. George’s wonderful collection of historic museums showcase the lives and trials of the first settlers.2. Discover Crystal Caves on Bermuda Sailboat Charters
There are times when Mother Nature truly astounds with her palette of out-of-this-world colors. In Bermuda, an island immensely blessed with a kaleidoscope of hues, Crystal Caves reigns supreme. This crystal clear, turquoise-tinted subterranean lakes, very close to Castle Harbor, are 200 feet deep (the last 65 or so under sea level) and 1,600 feet long. Dating back to the beginning of the last Ice Age, 1.6 million years ago, these are one of Bermuda’s most awe-inspiring natural treasures, discovered in 1907 during an impromptu game of cricket between two friends. The history of the caves’ discovery and their subsequent claim to fame, is as intriguing as the stunning array of colors they exude.3. Scuba Dive Amazing Historic Shipwrecks
Bermuda’s underwater world is undoubtedly one of its best assets. Along with an array of sea life, our Bermuda sailboat charters offer you four centuries’ worth of sunken treasures, in the form of historic shipwrecks. For this kind of SCUBA experiences, Bermuda is unparalleled, anywhere on earth. Your options for wreck diving in Bermuda are simply superb: from Confederate wrecks like the Montana and the Mary Celestia, which date back to the Civil War, the WWII-era Hermes, the 1918 schooner Constellation, and marine life enriched Cathedral, arguably the most magnificent of all, are only five of more than 300 wrecks.4. Take a Horseback Ride on a Pink Sand Beach
Revered for its collection of pink sandy beaches which lend sunsets an especially crimson glow, Bermuda is a fabulous place for a horseback ride. From November through April, outfitters are able to bring riders to some of the island’s prettiest beaches, like Elbow, through outback trails and past local villages. Cast off on Bermuda sailboat charters at the right time of year and you could end your scenic horseback ride up on a glorious stretch of beach at sunset.5. In Bermuda, Sailboat Charters and Golf DO Mix
Avid Golfers certainly won’t be disappointed on Bermuda sailboat charters. The island which really seems to ‘have it all’ is home to seven outstanding golf courses. Per capita and land area, Bermuda boasts more golf courses than anywhere else in the world! If you can only squeeze in one day of golfing on your sailing vacation, ask the yacht crew to book you some tee time at the Port Royal Golf Club, a place where the world-class turf, celebrity-sighting, and breathtaking views compete for your undivided attention.6. Catch a BIG one
Bermuda attracts big-game lovers and is widely considered one of the best fishing destinations in the world. With abounding schools of marlin, tuna, barramundi, mahi-mahi and wahoo, Bermuda’s best banks offer guaranteed catches. Only 24 nautical miles southwest of the coast is where you’ll find yourself in the heart of The Challenger and Plantagenet, excellent spots for bottom fishing and trolling. Reefs brimming with snappers and groupers, among other tasty morsels, provide plenty of options no matter what time of year you visit. T The 154ft Rhino, which will be available to charter during The America’s Cup in Bermuda, is an excellent choice if you wish to head out for a day of sports fishing in between race days. This elegant luxury motor yacht sleeps 10 and comes loaded with a myriad of fun inflatables and a host of amenities, including an extensive range of fishing gear aboard its 74’ Sports Fish. This is the ideal ‘sailing mate’ during the Cup and a genius way to enjoy a close up of all the racing action, where larger vessels aren’t allowed to go.
