Windjammer Barefoot Cruises

Windjammer Barefoot Cruises is the largest operator of tall ships in the world. Captain Mike Burke founded Windjammer Barefoot Cruises in 1947. The seven ship fleet of authentic tall ships ranges from 327 to 1,740 tons and includes the Amazing Grace, Fantome, Flying Cloud, Mandalay, Polynesia, Yankee Clipper, and Legacy which is the most recent addition to the Windjammer Barefoot Cruises fleet.

Windjammer Barefoot Cruises is still a family owned business that originated from Captain Mike's vision of creating an intimate, adventurous, and casual sailing environment for travelers seeking a true wind in the hair cruise vacation. Steeped in natural heritage and pioneering spirit, Windjammer Barefoot Cruises enables passengers to return to an era when excitement and adventure prevailed on the high seas.

Each Windjammer tall ship boasts a distinctive and unique heritage. Prior to joining the Windjammer fleet, the ships often served as private yachts for the world's most legendary financial moguls from the Vanderbilt's and the Guinness's to E.F. Hutton and Aristotle Onasis.

Over the year Windjammer Barefoot Cruises has invested millions of dollars to restore these magnificent seafaring vessels to their original grandeur, providing today's passengers with an authentic sailing experience. The accommodations and public areas are more rustic than those found on more upscale sailing vessels and the atmosphere is more casual.

Visiting more than 60 ports of call throughout the Bahamas, US and British Virgin Islands, West Indies, Belize, and the Bay Islands, Windjammer Barefoot Cruises fleet of ships reach remote exotic and eco-rich islands such as Carriacou, Iles Des Saintes, St. Lucia, Utila, Roatan, and Guanaja. These are ports that are often inaccessible to larger cruise ships.

The Windjammer Barefoot Cruises philosophy allows its passengers to do as much or as little as they wish during their cruise. Passenger or "shipmates" may learn the art of seamanship by assisting with the maneuvering and sailing of the tall ships and participating in informal hands-on sailing classes that teach such skills as how to tie a bowline, hoist a sail, or steer a ship.

In keeping with the casual atmosphere, Captain Story Time allows for an informal gathering with the shipmaster as he shares the upcoming island's history and culture and references interesting tales, sights, and activities. In the evenings passengers can enjoy live music, join in the fun of costume parties and limbo contests, or simply gaze at the stars under the warm Caribbean sky.

Windjammer Barefoot Cruise fares range from an average of $129 per day per person for a standard cabin during off-season to an average of $162 per day per person for a standard cabin during peak season. Special discount values are available on various cruises throughout the year.

Windjammer Barefoot Cruises strongest points include a casual, friendly, atmosphere; unique Caribbean itineraries designed for beach and water lovers, and excellent scuba-diving expeditions and popular singles cruises.