Signature highlights
Four-masted sailing yacht with working sails, four teak decks, a watersports platform, pool, hot tub, lounge, library and Yacht Club Café.
Wind Star
Wind Star is a 148-guest Windstar cruise yacht, in service since 1986. This page lists 34 upcoming departures across 34 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Travelers who prefer intimate sailing yachts
✓ Guests who want open-seating included dining
✓ Couples seeking relaxed evening dining
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Wind Star at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 40%
A small expedition-size ship at 5,736 gross tons — #335 of 565 ships we track. 39 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Travelers who prefer intimate sailing yachts
- Guests who want open-seating included dining
- Couples seeking relaxed evening dining
- Travelers interested in sailing and watersports
- Guests comfortable using stairs between decks
Think twice if you want
- Travelers needing elevators or accessible cabins
- Families seeking dedicated kids facilities
- Guests wanting large-ship entertainment venues
- Travelers who prefer balconies or verandas
- Passengers seeking extensive nightlife options
Live Position ● 35 minutes ago
Heading to: Piraeus-AthensCurrently on: 10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise (10 nights) — Currently at Athens, Greece
Athens, Greece
→ Athens, Greece
→ Athens, Greece
→ Athens, Greece
→ Monemvasia
→ Gythion
→ Messina (Taormina)
→ Sorrento
→ Sorrento
→ Rome
Coming up
- Piraeus
- Piraeus arrives 05:00 PM
- Monemvasia arrives 08:00 AM
0.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Wind Star
Wind Star is a compact, four-masted sailing yacht carrying up to 148 guests. Its intimate scale, broad teak decks and working sails create a private-yacht atmosphere, while ocean-view accommodations, open-seating dining and a watersports platform support relaxed, informal cruising. The ship is particularly suited to travelers who value access to smaller ports, convivial onboard spaces and an active connection with the sea rather than large-ship attractions.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Windstar Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Société Nouvelle des Ateliers et Chantiers du Havre and La Rochelle-Pallice, France
- Registry / flag
- Bahamas (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- C6CA9
- IMO number
- 8420878
- MMSI
- 309163000
- Draft
- 4.3 m
Onboard Experience
For families
Wind Star has no dedicated children's facilities and is oriented toward adult small-ship cruising.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include the World Spa by Windstar, fitness facilities, a pool, hot tub and water-access marina platform.
Accessibility
Wind Star has no accessible cabins and no elevator; Windstar states that the sailing yacht may be unsuitable for guests who rely solely on mobility devices.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck One · Deck One
Deck Two · Deck Two
Deck Three · Deck Three
Deck Four · Deck Four
Flying Bridge · Flying Bridge
BridgeCabins & suites
Suite 1%
Oceanview 99%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner’s SuiteQueen-size bed only; no twin-bed configuration. | Suite | 1 | 220 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| Category AX DeluxeCategory code AX. | Oceanview | 24 | 188 sq ft | 3 | 2 |
| Category ACategory code A. | Oceanview | 12 | 188 sq ft | 3 | 2 |
| Category BX DeluxeCategory code BX. | Oceanview | 24 | 188 sq ft | 3 | 1 |
Dining, bars & venues
9 included 2 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Amphora Restaurant
Included
The main evening dining room serving course-by-course meals with open seating.
Veranda
Included
An indoor-outdoor venue serving breakfast and lunch by buffet or full service.
Candles
Included
An outdoor dinner venue serving grilled steaks and seafood by reservation.
Yacht Club Café
Varies
An all-day café serving coffee, light food, snacks and beverages.
Bars & lounges
Pool Bar
Varies
The bar serving beverages beside the outdoor pool.
History & sister ships
- 1986Entered service, built by Société Nouvelle des Ateliers et Chantiers du Havre and La Rochelle-Pallice, France.
- 2018Wind Star underwent the refurbishment identified by Windstar as its November 2018 renovation.
- 2023The first phase of the Setting Sails refresh redesigned the reception area, lounge, Yacht Club Café, World Spa, fitness area, pool deck, pool bar and Owner’s Suite.
- 2026The second phase refreshed the remaining staterooms and dining areas, including Amphora and Veranda, and completed the ship’s Setting Sails renovation.
Where Wind Star sails, month by month
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Sep 27 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico & Pacific Coast | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Australia & Pacific | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Caribbean | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mediterranean | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $289 | $257 | $381 | $334 | $262 | $460 | $510 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $7,160 · $716/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 5, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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Ports of CallNext: Dec 29, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $4,015 · $402/night
Ports of CallNext: Oct 31, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $4,761 · $433/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 24, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $5,690 · $517/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 8, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 34 itineraries and their departure dates
- 10 Nights Panama Canal Cruise 5 Dec 2026
- 10 Nights South Pacific Cruise 9 Apr 2027
- 10 Nights South Pacific Cruise 29 Dec 2028
- 10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise 31 Oct 2026
- 10-Night Australia & Pacific: Bora Bora to Papeete 26 Feb 2027
- 10-Night Australia & Pacific: Los Angeles Airport to Arrive in Papeete 27 Feb 2027
- 10-Night Australia & Pacific: Moorea to Papeete 2 Apr 2027
- 11 Nights Caribbean Cruise 24 Nov 2026
- 11 Nights Central America Cruisetour 8 Dec 2026
- 11 Nights North America Cruise 5 Dec 2026
- 11 Nights North America Cruise 2 Jan 2027
- 11 Nights South Pacific Cruise 18 Dec 2028
- 12 Nights North America Cruise 31 Jan 2027
- 13 Nights South Pacific Cruise 27 Dec 2028
- 14 Nights Caribbean Cruise 10 Nov 2026
- 14 Nights South Pacific Cruise 16 Dec 2028
- 14 Nights Southern Europe Cruise 27 Oct 2026
- 14 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise 17 Oct 2026
- 17 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise 24 Oct 2026
- 18 Nights Caribbean Cruise 24 Nov 2026
- 18 Nights South Pacific Cruise 11 Dec 2028
- 21 Nights Transatlantic Cruise 8 Feb 2027
- 24 Nights Caribbean Cruise 31 Oct 2026
- 25 Nights Caribbean Cruise 10 Nov 2026
- 28 Nights Transatlantic Cruise 8 Feb 2027
- 29 Nights South Pacific Cruise 31 Jan 2027
- 36 Nights South Pacific Cruise 31 Jan 2027
- 7 Nights Mediterranean Cruise 17 Oct 2026
- 7 Nights Panama Canal Cruise 5 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Panama Canal Cruise 5 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights South Pacific Cruise 1 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise 24 Oct 2026
- 7-Night Caribbean: Puerto Caldera to Colon 12 Dec 2026
- 8 Nights Panama Canal Cruise 31 Jan 2027
All Upcoming Departures
Wind Star FAQ
What flag does Wind Star sail under?
Wind Star is registered in Bahamas.
How many passengers does Wind Star hold?
Wind Star carries about 148 guests with roughly 105 crew.
How old is Wind Star?
Wind Star entered service in 1986 and was last refurbished in 2018.
How big is Wind Star?
At 5,736 gross tons and 134 m long, Wind Star is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 40% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Wind Star?
Windstar describes the onboard atmosphere as casual and relaxed. Formal evening wear is not required.
Is dining included on Wind Star?
Meals at Amphora, Veranda and Candles are included in the cruise fare. Candles requires reservations, and selected premium food or beverage items may cost extra.
Are gratuities included on Wind Star?
Windstar applies hotel and beverage service charges under its standard arrangements. Guests may also purchase packages that include prepaid gratuities.
Is Wi-Fi included on Wind Star?
Wi-Fi is available on the ship, but standard stateroom information states that internet access is available for purchase. Package inclusions can differ by fare.
Is Wind Star accessible for passengers with mobility limitations?
The yacht has no elevator or wheelchair-accessible cabins, and boarding is by stairs. Windstar advises passengers with accessibility needs to contact its access team before sailing.
Does Wind Star have a kids club?
Windstar’s current onboard materials do not identify a dedicated kids club or children’s facility on Wind Star.