Spice it up in Grenada for Grenada Sailing Week on the Isle of Spice!
Established by a group of sailing enthusiasts and marine representatives in 2012 to continue the keel boat regatta formerly organized since inception in 1993 by Grenada Sailing Festival.
The first GSW event took place in Jan/Feb 2013 and since then it has become firmly established. The number of participants has increased, courses have been fine tuned for more challenging racing, classes have been added to accommodate a larger range of yachts, and a variety of venues have been selected to showcase the island of Grenada.
2019 saw 50 registrations with over 350 sailors from over 15 countries. Come on board and join in the excitement and fun as this popular event goes from strength to strength. The regatta itself is made up of five days of fun and sailing frolics around the island. Four out of five days are made up of different races and then partying in the evening, the remaining day is a lay day of activities. Our package includes 4 days of training.
Grenada is a beautiful island shaped by its intriguing history of South American and European settlements and features rainforests, lakes and waterfalls, mile long beaches and fabulous cuisine both local and international.
*** Subject to change. The schedule for Grenada Sailing Week 2025 has not yet been announced. The dates below are based on previous years and the CSA Caribbean Sailing Calendar. Please check this page frequently for updates.
The boat will be based at Camper & Nicholson’s Port Louis Marina, in St George’s.
Closest airport is Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND). Transportation from the airport is available via taxis or local buses. Flights before and after the race as well as transport from and to the airport are not included in the price and is the responsibility of the passenger. Book your flights only once your seat on the race is fully confirmed.
Subject to change. Grenada Sailing Week has not officially announced their 2025 schedule. The dates below are based on previous years and the CSA Caribbean Sailing Calendar. Please check this page frequently for updates.
For all you eager crew members flying into Barbados, join us for the Rum to Spice Race and set sail for the beautiful shores of Grenada. Drop us a line and express your interest in joining this optional race. There is no additional cost if you are participating in Grenada Sailing Week.
This race will start at 16:00. Please do not plan to sleep on board on the evening of the 22nd unless you are participating in Barbados Sailing Week with us.
After meeting your fellow crew mates, you’ll have a safety briefing from your skipper followed by 3 days of training and preparations.
10:30-11:00 – Sailing to Carriacou for registration & skippers brief
11:00-17:00 – Final Registration for ALL, including those registered & paid online
10:00-16:00 – CSA Measurer on site to measure boats and confirm CSA rating
18:00 – Skipper’s Briefing – las Iguanas, Carriacou Marine
18:30 – Opening Remarks & Prize Giving for Rum to Spice Race – The Original Slipway, Tyrell Bay
09:00 – Main Fleet Start Racing – Tyrell Bay to Tyrell Bay
18:30 – Prize-giving for the day’s racing – The Original Slipwell beachside, Tyrell Bay
09:00 – Main Fleet Start Racing – Tyrell Bay to La Share Bleu Marina
18:00 – Prize-giving for the day’s racing – The Lawn, La Share Bleu
Various Layday Activities including:
• Island Tours
• Live Music
• BBQ’s
• Beach Activities, etc.
09:00 – Main Fleet Start Racing – Off Prickly Bay to Grand Anse
18:00 – Prize-giving for the day’s racing – Grenada Yacht Club
09:00 – Main Fleet Start Racing – Grand Anse
18:30 – Prize-giving for the day’s racing – Prickly Bay Marina
19:00 – Final Prize-giving for the regatta – Prickly Bay Marina
