Sea Cloud II: Sailing the Caribbean's Lesser Antilles Under Full Sail | OffTheGrid Travel
Ninety-four guests, three masts, and the trade winds doing most of the work
The Lesser Antilles do not need another mega-ship dropping three thousand people onto a single jetty each morning. They need something closer to Sea Cloud II: a 94-guest windjammer with the manners of a private yacht, built for a stretch of sea where the trade winds blow reliably enough that her sails rarely come down.
A 94-guest ship with the soul of a private yacht
Launched in 2001, Sea Cloud II balances the spaciousness of a small ship with the intimacy of a private yacht. Wide teak decks lead into a formal dining saloon, and cabins are finished in the same period style as the original 1931 Sea Cloud, right down to the marble bathrooms. With a maximum of 94 guests, she is the more intimate of the two ships we work with, and noticeably quieter in port than anything flying a mainstream cruise line's flag.
A quiet retreat for the hours between islands.
Floating mats, paddleboards and snorkelling gear launched straight from the stern.
A strong advocate for slow, considered travel, built into every itinerary we plan.
Massages and cosmetic treatments, best booked for a sea day.
Ten nights among the Windward Islands: a sample route
The waters between the British Virgin Islands and the Grenadines are known for their constant trade winds, which is precisely why Sea Cloud II spends much of her Caribbean season here. A sample ten-night route below shows the shape of a typical Lesser Antilles & Grenadines voyage; speak to us for the current season's exact dates and availability.
The retractable platform turns any calm anchorage into a swim stop
The trade winds between the British Virgin Islands and the Grenadines make this one of the world's most dependable stretches for sailing under full canvas.
Sailing gently through the Caribbean
Mass tourism has left a heavy footprint on parts of the Caribbean, and SEA CLOUD's approach is a deliberate counterweight to it. Wind power reduces fuel use across each crossing, low-emission engines cover the rest, and there is no single-use plastic onboard. Just as importantly, provisioning leans on local suppliers in the islands the ship visits, which keeps a share of every voyage's spend in the communities Sea Cloud II sails through rather than a distant head office.
Left: the formal dining saloon · Right: wide teak decks under sail
Who sails well aboard Sea Cloud II
Sea Cloud II suits solo travellers, couples, small groups and milestone occasions equally well, thanks to a range of cabin categories and a genuinely sociable, unstructured pace onboard. Solo travellers in particular are well catered for on selected sailings.
Save up to 50% as a solo traveller on the Christmas & New Year Caribbean voyage, visiting Puerto Rico, Norman Island, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, St Maarten, St Barthélemy, Îles des Saintes, Dominica and Martinique. Subject to availability; speak to us for current booking windows.
As part of our Roam collection, Sea Cloud II pairs naturally with the fleet's newest ship, Sea Cloud Spirit in the Mediterranean, and every itinerary we arrange is built through a direct, collaborative relationship with SEA CLOUD Cruises.
Frequently asked questions
How is Sea Cloud II different from Sea Cloud Spirit?
Sea Cloud II is the more intimate of the two ships, carrying a maximum of 94 guests in period-style cabins, while Sea Cloud Spirit is the newer, larger vessel with private balconies and a dedicated wellness area for up to 136 guests.
Do solo travellers get a discount on Sea Cloud sailings?
Yes. Selected sailings, including the Christmas and New Year Caribbean voyage aboard Sea Cloud II, currently offer solo travellers savings of up to 50%, subject to availability and booking window.
What's included in the fare?
Rates include gratuities, port fees, welcome champagne, all meals including a nightly four-course menu and a five-course gala dinner, welcome and farewell cocktails, and all coffee, tea and soft drinks onboard.
Is Sea Cloud II suitable for first-time sailors?
Yes. While Sea Cloud Spirit is marketed as the easiest entry point for new sailors, Sea Cloud II's smaller size, attentive crew and calm Caribbean sailing grounds make her equally approachable for guests who have never sailed under canvas before.
OffTheGrid Travel curates bespoke luxury holidays across our Roam, Restore and Renew collections. As an ISEP Associate Member, we build every itinerary, including voyages aboard Sea Cloud II, around genuine, considered discovery.
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