SAIL THE SAN JUANS
US Northwest, Canada
NORTHWIND
Passenger Capacity: 6
Year Built: 1993, refurbished 1999
Length: 50 ft.
Beam: 15 ft.
Draft: 7 ft.
Officers: US
Staff and Crew: 2, American |
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- Itinerary:
There are five-night sails in the San Juan
Islands of Washington State. Some sails include the Gulf Islands of Canada.
There are also 13-day wilderness cruises to either Princess Louisa Inlet or
Desolation Sound. All trips depart Bellingham on Sunday and return on Friday,
with a stop in Friday Harbor.
- Cabins: 3. Each has a double berth and private bathroom complete
with shower.
- Dining:
Pacific Northwest cuisine -- fresh crab, clams, oysters and salmon
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- Dress:
Casual. Dress for comfort.
- Facilities and Activities: Northwind is a sloop-rigged sailboat.
Sail instruction available if requested. Do as little or as much as you like
in regard to the operation of the boat. There are daily opportunities to hike
on different islands. You can catch your own crab, salmon or clams, try an
ocean kayak, and explore bays and quiet coves. There are options to visit
resorts. The crew is well-versed in local history, flora, and fauna. The experience
is generally geared to couples, but many families have experienced good family
vacations with the sailboat. Winds are usually best in the spring and fall
(10-20 knots) and lighter in the summer (5-15 knots). Most eagle sightings
are in the spring. August often has meteor showers for star-gazing.
- Recent Fares Reported to Us:
Six-night San Juan cruise $1,495 to $1,695 per person.
Whole boat charter for group of six: $7,625 to $8,645. Inside Passage trip
of 13 days
$17,370 for six guests. Fishing gear included.
For current fares and itineraries of Northwind cruises, click on this link
To book a cruise for the San Juan Islands, fill out our
Cruise Request Form.
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