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Adventure offered by Nigel

6 days
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We start our voyage in the bustling port city of La Coruña, then on south past Cape Finisterre to the historic wine city of Porto and then Portugal’s vibrant capital, Lisbon.
La Coruña is home to the Tower of Hercules, the only working Roman lighthouse in the world, and its many typically Spanish squares and medieval churches. Invigorated by the Spanish vibe, we set sail west for the notorious Cape Finisterre, where the north Atlantic winds compress into a narrow channel, at times delivering some exciting sailing conditions.
With all hands-on-deck and a good team effort to hoist the sails, we round the Cape and hope for a favorable wind from the north to help us make good speed for Porto.
There´s nothing our crew like more then to share their knowledge of sailing with our guests, and they will encourage you to get actively involved with all aspects of the ship’s life. Volunteers to hoist and trim the sails for best speed are always welcome, and the feeling of helming a 67m sailing ship as she responds to the command of the wheel is something to savor forever.
Knot classes are a great way to learn a new skill whilst sharing sailing stories with shipmates, and if the weather allows there's the opportunity to go up the mast or relax in the bowsprit netting. A drink at sunset on the deck is the perfect way to round off each day.
Before long we sail into Porto, Portugal’s northern capital. This mystical city has a certain allure which has much to do with its people, famously generous and easy-going, the River Douro overflowing with heritage, historic bridges and monuments, buildings adorned by traditional tiles, flowering balconies and bustling cafes and restaurants in the cobbled streets. The quayside of historic Porto where the Port Wine lodges are located is classified as World Heritage.
Soon Lisbon beckons. South again we sail, past the marine protection zone of the Berlengas Islands and into Rio Tejo with its historic shoreline, blessed by 290 days of sunshine each year. We sail into the rising sun, under the famous Ponte da 25 Abril suspension bridge and dock just yards away from the Oceanario do Lisboa, voted many times as the worlds leading aquarium.
Once you’ve disembarked, if your schedule allows, take time to explore Lisbon, an ageless city full of authenticity where old customs and ancient history intermix with culture, entertainment and innovation.
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  • Plan
    Embark: 10.00h - A Coruña
    Disembark: 10.00h - Lisbon
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Other information
The price indicated in the activity corresponds to a communal shared bunk cabin and is the lowest of all the rates we offer. We have more type of cabins (bunk bed cabin, double bed cabin, master cabin...) at higher prices.

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Nigel
Meet Nigel, the coordinator
3 reviews At Sailwiz since 2018
I am a passionate sailor, and whenever possible spend my weekends in or around the water with my family. In 2017, after 13 years, I stopped working at the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race and moved to Portugal to work on the Santa Maria Manuela project to run sailing holidays.
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Boat details

Four masted schooner Santa Maria Manuela offers adventure voyages, island hopping, ocean voyages, diving and oceanographic expeditions for individuals of all ages and groups. At 223ft long (63 metres) she is the largest tall ship Classic Sailing offers activity holidays on, but the crew to guest ratio is excellent so you will be well looked after. This historic Portuguese tall ship has excellent facilities on board and plenty of holiday toys like dive ribs, 'stand up paddle boards' and kayaks, but this is also a ship where you can take part in the hands on sailing, join a night watch or climb the rigging.

Santa Maria Manuela was once the flagship of the Portuguese cod fishing fleet. Built in 1937, in the same year as her sister ship Creoula, she was designed to fish the Newfoundland Banks and rich fishing waters of Arctic Greenland. She often carries the small rowing and sailing dories that would have set out from the mother ship to fish for cod, so you can continue her fishing tradition from small boats or from her huge wooden decks.
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Specifications
  • Model: Custom - 4 masted scooner
  • Capacity: 46 spots
  • Length: 68.00 m
  • Cabins: 16
  • Year: 1937
  • Bathrooms: 16
Features
  • GPS
  • Radar
  • Life jackets
  • VHF
  • Sounding line
  • Electric windlass
  • Autopilot
  • Wind equipment
  • EPIRB
  • Generator
  • Tender
  • Bow thruster
  • Shower
  • Diving equipment
  • Fishing rods
  • HI-FI equipment
  • Wifi
  • TV

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  • Wire transfer

5 · 3 reviews

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    Miguel
    November of 2022
    a special experience
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    Carlos Vargas Mogo
    June of 2018
    Fantastic boat, competent and attentive crew, excellent food, "great" companions, what more to ask for, other than repeat!
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    Keith Hubbard
    May of 2018
    Terrific crew & ship and a lovely passage to the Azores. Crew & Guests very good and patient with someone who only spoke English. It would be difficult to find a better one.
    <br>This is a terrifically well run vessel, or was on this trip. Excellent accommodation, well serviced by a professional crew. All very friendly, helpful and willing to give information throughout. Many opportunities to get involved in most aspects of the ships operation &amp; involvement in the vessel's past history.
    <br>The Island was beautiful and rather unexpected.
    <br>Best wishes &amp; Good Luck for the future.
    <br>Very many thanks
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  • 3 Jul · 6 days
    25 places available
    925 € /person
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