Cayman Bound | Columbia → Cayman

Feb 14 – Feb 28 2026 | $6,990

NEW TRIP!

Embark aboard SV Sea Dragon for an adventurous passage from the historic streets of Cartagena, Colombia to the turquoise waters of Grand Cayman with a stop at the remote islands of San Andres, Providencia and Santa Catalina Islands. This 800-nautical-mile journey offers a true bluewater experience, combining open-ocean sailing with the possibility of exploring hidden coves and anchorages along the way.

The voyage is an ideal mix of offshore passage-making and tropical island stops. With the steady trade winds behind us, we’ll cover long stretches under sail, punctuated by potential landfalls for swimming, snorkeling, or simply stretching your legs. Whether you’re honing your seamanship skills, learning to stand watch, or simply soaking in the freedom of the Caribbean, this expedition delivers an unforgettable experience.

Hands-on sailing is at the heart of this voyage. You’ll be part of a small crew, helping with sail handling, navigation, and watch-keeping while learning from an experienced offshore skipper. Every day brings new horizons, changing skies, and the gentle rhythm of life at sea.

You’ll also get to

Participate in true bluewater sailing through the open Caribbean Sea
Refine offshore skills such as helming, navigation, and watch systems
Enjoy potential stops at secluded anchorages and quiet bays along the route
Experience the thrill of long passages under trade wind conditions
Gain confidence in your seamanship while contributing to the crew

Sailing with Panexplore means learning by doing—at sea, with professionals who’ve crossed oceans and led expeditions in some of the world’s most remote waters. This is not a packaged cruise or classroom-style sailing course. It’s a hands-on, immersive experience designed to fast-track your seamanship, confidence, and understanding of life offshore. This sailing expedition requires you to be in good physical health and reasonably fit. Activities involve moderate to strenuous exertion, including extended hours awake and difficult physical environment to evolve in.

If you have any medical conditions, recent injuries, or concerns about your fitness level, we strongly recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before booking. This expedition is not suitable for individuals with severe mobility limitations or certain medical conditions. Your safety and enjoyment are our priority, and we want to ensure this experience is appropriate for your physical capabilities. Please contact us should you have any questions or concerns before booking.

All meals on board Sea Dragon during this trip are delicious and vegetarian, with the addition of fish if we catch any along the way.

Key Details

Distance: 800 nautical miles
Cost: $6,990
Dates: Feb 14 – Feb 28, 2026 (15 Days)
Start: Club Náutico, Cartagena, Colombia
End: Grand Cayman

Tentative Itinerary

While the exact route and timing will depend on weather and skipper decisions, a typical voyage may look like this:

Days 1–2: Meet aboard SV Sea Dragon in Club Náutico, Cartagena. Orientation, safety briefing, and preparation for departure.

Days 3–8: Offshore passage through the western Caribbean. Expect long days under sail, with opportunities to refine navigation and watch-keeping skills.

Days 9–12: Depending on weather, we will explore the San Andres, Providencia and Santa Catalina Islands and their beautiful anchorages along the route, with possibilities for swimming, snorkeling, or a brief walk ashore.

Days 13–15: Final leg into Grand Cayman, arriving at one of the island’s well-equipped marinas and Flag State for SV Sea Dragon. Disembark by late morning on the final day, concluding the voyage.

BOOK NOW

The deposit is only $1,000. It’s non-refundable. If you can no longer make it, or if we need to cancel or modify the trip we will either refund your deposit or apply it to a different trip. The remaining balance is due 90 days before the trip begins. The full price will be required to pay if you book within 90 days of the trip start date. Please review the Terms & Conditions.

If you have any questions or queries, please Contact us. You can also Schedule a call with us too.

What’s Included

Contribution Includes:
– 15 nights accommodation on Sea Dragon
– All meals (vegetarian), snacks, and drinks on board
– Sailing Instruction
– Safety equipment and foul weather gear

Contribution does not include:
– Transportation to departure port or onward travel from arrival port.
– Additional nights spent ashore
– Personal expenses while in port

Roles and Expectations

You are joining a working voyage as a full member of the crew. As such, you will be involved in virtually all aspects of the trip and operations. On board you will be part of a crew of up to 16 people in total, including yourself. Our expectations of you are fairly straightforward and your team will depend on you to fully participate in everything on the boat. You will be expected to work hard to the best of your ability, to be conscientious, alert, to look after the boat and to care for each other. You will not be asked to do anything you are not comfortable doing.

Tasks and activities involved in life on board SV Sea Dragon include: helming (steering), navigation, sail handling (hoisting, adjusting, stowing), keeping a look out, meal preparation and helping to keep the boat clean and tidy.

Packing List

It will be warm and the sun will be strong! Take a look at our Tropical packing list.

Travel Details

Departure: Cartagena, Club Nautica is 15 min from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG).

Arrival: Grand Cayman, George Town marinas is 15 min from Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM). Taxis are the quickest transfer

All crew members are responsible for their own passports and visas, which must have at least 6 months remaining beyond the trip. Please look into the specific type of visa you need for arriving at these destinations by sea, or contact us directly to discuss.

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