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Sea delivery

Boat delivery Martinique (Le Marin) → La Rochelle

Back from the Caribbean to mainland France via the northern route: up to the Azores, a stop in Horta, then course for France. A demanding crossing our ocean crews sail every spring.

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Route at a glance

Distance
3,669 nm
Duration
33 days
Crew
3 pers.
Best season
April to June
Indicative price
€23,810 – €31,120

Calculated for: a 12 m sailing yacht. Indicative estimate excl. VAT for a typical boat.

Route map

Typical itinerary

  1. Martinique (Le Marin)
  2. Horta (Azores)
  3. La Rochelle

Route highlights

  • Return before the hurricane season
  • Stopover in Horta (Azores), crossroads of Atlantic sailors
  • Direct arrival in La Rochelle, the Atlantic sailing hub

Your delivery estimate

Passage costs

Locks, navigation dues, harbours and canals

€364

Time

Days worked by the skipper and crew

€17,820

Meals

Food for the skipper and crew

€2,970

Other costs

Fuel, travel, equipment, tracking

€5,906

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Martinique (Le Marin) → La Rochelle delivery cost?

For a 12 m sailing yacht, expect around €23,810 excl. VAT all-in (skipper, passage costs, meals and other costs). The price depends on boat size, season and the crew required.

How long does it take to get from Martinique (Le Marin) to La Rochelle?

About 33 days in total, including 25 days under way, for 3,669 nm. Boat preparation and a weather or technical margin are included.

Can this route be done with another type of boat?

Yes, but the route and price may change: use our estimator with your boat’s exact dimensions.

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