Mediterranean to Canary Islands Sailing

Join aboard our Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS, for an unforgettable adventure as part of our round-the-world voyage. With a maximum of two guests on board, enjoy an exclusive sailing experience with professional crew and comfortable ensuite accommodation.

Our journey begins on Spain's beautiful Costa del Sol, sailing west with planned visits to Marbella and Estepona.

Next comes the legendary Strait of Gibraltar, the gateway between the Mediterranean and Atlantic Oceans. Known in antiquity as the Pillars of Hercules, this passage has fascinated sailors and explorers for centuries.

After visiting Gibraltar and Tangier, Morocco, we will set sail on a continuous offshore passage towards the Canary Islands, with no planned stops along Morocco's Atlantic coast.

Experience night watches, open-ocean navigation, sail handling and the unique rhythm of life at sea.

Our planned first Canary Islands landfall is Lanzarote, followed by Fuerteventura and our final destination, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Your experience:
- Mediterranean coastal cruising.
- Navigating the Strait of Gibraltar.
- Exploring historic Tangier.
- Nonstop offshore Atlantic sailing.
- Night watches, navigation and seamanship.
- Discovering the volcanic Canary Islands.
- Building valuable offshore sailing miles.

Your Captain & Crew:
- Serdar — Captain & Sailing Instructor. British/Turkish professional captain holding IYT Yachtmaster Ocean (200 GT) and Turkish Commercial Yachtmaster (500 GT) qualifications. Certified IYT and Turkish Sailing Federation instructor with decades of offshore sailing and yacht delivery experience.
- Seçil — First Mate & Co-Host. Experienced liveaboard sailor, IYT Bareboat Skipper, with extensive cruising experience and a background in tourism and hospitality.
- Tunç — Second Mate & Sailing Instructor. Professional yacht captain, sailing instructor and former national sailing team competitor.

We welcome adventurous, responsible sailing enthusiasts. Previous ocean-crossing experience is not essential, although participants should be comfortable with extended offshore passages, teamwork and watchkeeping.

Important: Routes, dates and stopovers are provisional and subject to weather, technical requirements and safety considerations. Flexible travel arrangements are essential.

Plan

Embarkation: Málaga, Spain.

Disembarkation: Las Palmas, Gran Canaria.

Duration: Approximately 2 weeks.

Planned Route: Málaga → Marbella → Estepona → Gibraltar → Tangier → Lanzarote → Fuerteventura → Las Palmas

Our adventure begins in Málaga, on Spain's spectacular Costa del Sol.

We will sail westward along the Mediterranean coastline, visiting the beautiful coastal destinations of Marbella and Estepona before approaching the legendary Strait of Gibraltar.

After navigating the Strait, one of the world's most famous maritime passages, we plan to visit Gibraltar and continue to Tangier, Morocco.

Following our visit to Tangier, we will set sail on a continuous offshore passage towards the Canary Islands, with no planned stops along the Moroccan Atlantic coast.

This is where the true offshore sailing adventure begins! Experience extended sailing days, night watches, open-ocean navigation and the daily routines of living aboard an ocean-going yacht.

Our planned first Canary Islands landfall is Lanzarote, known for its dramatic volcanic landscapes.

We then intend to continue towards Fuerteventura, famous for its spectacular beaches and beautiful coastline, before reaching our final destination, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Important information: All routes, dates and planned stopovers are provisional and may change depending on weather, sea conditions, technical requirements and safety considerations. We prioritise safety over fixed schedules and recommend flexible travel arrangements.

Join us for this exciting Mediterranean-to-Atlantic sailing experience.

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All crew members are welcome, even if they do not know the language spoken on board (english)

Duration: Approximately 2 weeks.
Accommodation: Comfortable shared double guest cabin with private ensuite bathroom.

Maximum two participating guests per stage.

What is included in your booking price?
- Accommodation aboard for the booked stage.
- All meals prepared and consumed aboard the yacht.
- Food, groceries and provisions for onboard meals.
- Drinking water, tea, coffee, soft drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages consumed aboard.
- Diesel fuel and other fuel required for the voyage.
- Marina berthing fees.
- Mooring and buoy fees.
- Water and cooking gas used aboard.
- Supervised participation in sailing, navigation and watchkeeping activities.
- Use of the yacht's onboard facilities during the voyage.

There is no additional shared onboard expense contribution for the services and expenses listed above.

What is not included? The following expenses are the responsibility of each participant:
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Flights and transportation to and from the yacht.
- Airport transfers.
- Passport and visa expenses.
- Travel, medical and personal insurance.
- Restaurant meals and drinks consumed ashore.
- Optional shore excursions and sightseeing activities.
- Personal shopping and individual expenses.

Important participation conditions:
- This is a paid sailing participation experience, not a salaried crew position or free passage.
- All dates, itineraries, planned stopovers and arrival times are provisional and subject to weather, sea conditions, technical requirements and safety considerations.
- Not every planned stopover can be guaranteed.
- Offshore passages may be extended or adjusted for safety reasons. Flexible travel arrangements are strongly recommended.
- Participants should be prepared for the realities of extended offshore sailing, including night watches, changing weather conditions and shared responsibilities aboard.
- Suitable applicants will be invited to an introductory video call before participation is confirmed.

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