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Course offered by Eduardo

5 days
Available in Spanish, English, Italian
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Very popular activity. Places usually run out 16 days before leaving
This astronomical navigation workshop is perfect for those interested in learning about traditional navigation using the stars, sun, and planets.
We will make the route SEGUR DE CALAFELL - MENORCA - SEGUR DE CALAFELL.
The polar star, the planets and the constellations will guide us to Menorca enjoying our night sky without light pollution.
These 5 days of navigation may serve as preparation and training for the next Stella Oceani astronomical regatta.
No previous experience in astronomical navigation is required, and the workshop is suitable for both beginners and more experienced navigators.
We will use the planisphere, the sextant and the nautical charts, just as ancient navigators did.
We will also take advantage of these sailing days to enjoy the sea, anchor in coves, bathe and walk along the incredible beaches of Menorca.
It is not by chance that we are in love with the “island of the air” as it is also known or the “island of the 5 Lighthouses”. If to all the attractions of Menorca we add that of observing the sky, the experience is totally immersive. During the day we can relax with the landscape, with those transparent waters and the privilege of enjoying sailing, and at night, stretch out on deck and observe the celestial vault free of light pollution, learning to jump from star to star to be able to get to know them better.
The sailor has needed to read the sky to orient himself. The sun and the polar star have served not only to orient themselves, but to determine latitude and longitude; In short, to solve the question that the sailor always asked himself: where am I?
We will be able to enjoy the island at its best, before the anchorages become overcrowded, when we can still find those lonely coves and we can embrace a little piece of the Mediterranean for ourselves.
The trip will have several magical moments: two crossings in which we will sail at night, enjoy the sunsets, sunrises on the high seas, whale watching, etc.
We will arrive in Menorca and let ourselves be carried away by the color of its crystal clear waters, its contrasts between the wild north and the warm south, to wait for night to fall and with it a sky full of stars, like you have never seen before, appear before our eyes.
We will enjoy an intense journey between Segur de Calafell and Menorca. Here you will have to be aware of the possible sighting of cetaceans. Sailing on a sailboat with all the sails hoisted is a sensation that we must take advantage of one hundred percent.
The spacious and comfortable spaces of the boat and its "joyful sailing" captivate...
After a brief introduction to the history of navigation, the captain will explain how the ancient sailors used some instruments such as the astrolabe, the Kamal, the compass or the sextant. With the map, some binoculars and a laser pointer we will be able to explore some constellations.
Projecting five times the distance from Merak to Duhe in the Big Dipper will find Polaris. It is not a particularly bright star but it is without a doubt the most important for the sailor. Its position tells us in geographic north and if we measure its height our visible horizon will coincide with our latitude.
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  • Plan
    Boarding: Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. The crew members arrive at Port de Segur de Calafell where there are excellent communications by road and train.

    A few days before, the crew members and I will meet through a WhatsApp group and we will take the opportunity to prepare the shopping list. A common fund will be made around €20/person per day.
    
    Welcome on board, safety briefing and analysis of the weather report.
    We will go shopping at a nearby supermarket.
    After stowing all our supplies and provisions... With the boat perfectly equipped, they are already at sea, we will cast off.

    The first day we will sail about 125 nautical miles until arriving at the island of Menorca on Thursday morning approximately.

    The duration of the voyage, depending on the sea and the wind, is around 16-18 hours.

    During the following days we will combine anchorages between the north and south coast of Menorca, always attending to maximum comfort and safety on board.

    One of those nights we will carry out a "stellar camping" in one of our favorite coves with the help of astronomical binoculars, a laser pointer, and a planisphere.

    We will disembark with our auxiliary boat in different anchorages every day to enjoy the sea and the sky.

    Disembarkation: Sunday around 3:00 p.m. at the port of embarkation in Port Segur de Calafell.

    IMPORTANT NOTES:
    The planned route, excursions and astronomical activities, as well as embarkations and disembarkations may suffer variations, always taking into account the weather forecasts, and the safety of people and the boat, with the captain of the sailboat who will have the last decision in this regard. .

    The itineraries and stops are indicative, the skipper reserving the alteration of them, for safety, weather or other causes.
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Other information
The feasibility of the trip is subject to reserving the 6 available places.

The price includes:
SHARED DOUBLE CABIN, PROFESSIONAL SKIPPER, INSURANCE (boat and passengers), AUXILIARY, OUTBOARD MOTOR, BED LINEN, TWO PADDLE SURFERS.

Price does not include:
FOOD, DRINK, MAINTENANCE OF THE PATTERN, DIESEL, MOORINGS AND ANY CONCEPT NOT SPECIFIED IN THE SECTION INCLUDES.
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Eduardo
Meet Eduardo, the skipper
At Sailwiz since 2021
My name is Eduardo, I am a Skipper of Height, Skipper of the Coast, Ocean Yachtmaster.
I've been sailing since I was young, I started in small sailing boats, including light sailing, I went through several regatta teams in my youth and now I mainly dedicate myself to teaching at a nautical school in Barcelona and chartering my own boat.
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Boat details

Sailboat of 18 meters in length, dedicated to training and chartering on the Levante coast, the Balearic Islands and Sardinia.

We can schedule the trip that you want or we propose the most appropriate route.

The boat has three double cabins and one for the crew, a spacious living room and an independent kitchen.

It also has a large central bathtub with a table.

All cabins have their independent bathroom.

There is a master owner's cabin (larger than the rest) and two double guest cabins.

All cabins have wardrobes and drawers with enough space for luggage. In addition, the main cabin has a sofa and a desk.

There are four electric toilets and one manual crew toilet.

The boat is equipped with air conditioning, water treatment and generator.

It is prepared for oceanic and coastal navigations. It has all the necessary electronics for this type of navigation.
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Specifications
  • Model: Bénéteau - BENETEAU 57
  • Capacity: 10 spots
  • Length: 17.80 m
  • Cabins: 4
  • Year: 2006
  • Bathrooms: 4
Features
  • GPS
  • Radar
  • Life jackets
  • VHF
  • Sounding line
  • Electric windlass
  • Autopilot
  • Wind equipment
  • EPIRB
  • Generator
  • Tender
  • Fish finder
  • Bow thruster
  • Shower
  • Bimini
  • Fishing rods
  • HI-FI equipment
  • TV
  • Equipo de snorkel

Additional Information

Included
  • Insurance
  • Final cleaning
  • Professional skipper
  • Bed linens
  • Paddle Surf
  • Tender
Not included
  • Costs of mooring and anchoring
  • Meals on board
  • Food and drink on land
  • Gas
  • Moorings
  • Snacks
  • Parking
Payment methods
  • Credit/debit card
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    650 € /person
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