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From 850 € /person

Adventure offered by Carlos y Aroa

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On this trip we are going to spend a few days sailing through some of the Ionian Islands, and then cross on a 300-mile nautical journey to the city of Catania, on the Island of Sicily.

An experience that combines coastal navigation and high altitude navigation. During the journey we learn how to plan the journey, design the route taking into account different factors, study the weather and decide the best days to cross. We learn about the operation of the boat, adapt it to the environmental conditions and optimize sailing, habitual maneuvers during voyages and safety on board.
Including a nautical journey in your sailing vacation is a perfect opportunity to learn and gain experience and safety in sailing.

A trip where the best ingredients are mixed to make it an unforgettable experience. Anchor in remote coves, enjoy incredible landscapes and crystalline waters, surround yourself with nature, get to know Greek culture, history and gastronomy, visit fishing villages and inland villages with a more rural character, discover fortresses and remains of Venetian castles, and enjoy of a nautical journey of about 3 days, in which we will sail continuously day and night.
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  • Plan
    The first day is the day of embarkation. We will be on the Island of Kefalonia. You can board from 3pm. We will sleep in the port or anchorage area where we are and we will decide the plan for the next day among the whole group.

    The first days will be to familiarize ourselves with the ship, with navigation and life on board, and to visit some of the Greek Islands in the Ionian Sea.

    We will sail through the islands of Kefalonia and Ithaca, and at the end of the trip we will take a journey that will take us to the Italian island of Sicily.

    We will cross to Sicily according to the weather forecast. At the beginning of the trip, we will study the weather and see which are the best days to cross and make the journey.

    Trip Highlights:

    *Island of Kefalonia: enjoy days at sea and in its incredible turquoise blue waters, stroll through its coastal towns, visit castles, lighthouses and monasteries. Enjoy the best views of the islands from the highest point, at 1628m in the Ainos National Park. Take an excursion to its inland towns to immerse yourself in the most rural life, or visit the Melissani cave lake.

    *Ithaca Island: the mythical island of Ulysses. It offers hiking trails and wonderful beaches, some of them only accessible by sea. It is worth a visit to Ithaca for all its surroundings and its incredible landscapes.

    *Nautical voyage of 300 miles where we will learn to plan the voyage, study the weather, sailing, navigation guards and maneuvers typical of the voyage.

    *Catania: The city of Catania is located on the east coast of the Italian island of Sicily. Built at the foot of the Etna volcano, the largest in Europe. It was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. In Catanaia, we have a lot to see. Immerse ourselves in its history and culture, and visit its many monuments that take us back to its past. Its Cathedral, the Roman amphitheater, its markets, the Ursido Castle and a multitude of baroque palaces that we find in its streets.
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*TRIP ITINERARY: We depend on the weather and we go with the wind, so the final itinerary is decided based on the weather and the preferences of the group.

* MEALS ON BOARD. Food expenses will be divided among all crew members. We will make sure that all the provisions are ready before leaving. Food costs are usually around 15 euros per person per day.

*EXPERIENCE. It is not necessary that you have previous experience in navigation, just a desire to learn and enjoy this adventure.

*LIFE ON BOARD. The tasks on board are collaborative. Guards, kitchen, order and cleaning is organized among all.

*BAGGAGE: Space is limited on board, so we ask that your luggage be as light as possible. Rigid suitcases or suitcases with wheels are not allowed. We recommend a 30 - 40 liter backpack.
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Carlos y Aroa
Meet Carlos y Aroa, the skipper
Verified professional skipper 24 reviews At Sailwiz since 2020
We are Carlos and Aroa and we live on board the ship. The sailboat is our base camp to explore destinations, share our passion for the sea and the natural environment. For us, sailing is the best way to reach remote places, connect with nature, and discover destinations in a sustainable way.
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Boat details

More than a sailboat, this boat is a home for us and our guests. It is cozy and with comfortable spaces.
The sailboat is 13.30 meters long. It has 4 cabins. Two of them with a double bed, one with a double bed and an additional bed, and one with 2 bunk beds.
It has a spacious living room inside, a well-equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a hot shower.

Its outdoor spaces are perfect to enjoy long days at sea. Relax in the bow hanging from a hammock, or sit in the bathtub looking for a bit of shade at lunchtime.
It is a perfect boat to sail in different conditions, learn and have fun.
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Specifications
  • Model: Jeanneau - Sun Magic 44
  • Capacity: 8 spots
  • Length: 13.40 m
  • Cabins: 4
  • Year: 1989
  • Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • GPS
  • Radar
  • Life jackets
  • VHF
  • Sounding line
  • Electric windlass
  • Autopilot
  • EPIRB
  • Generator
  • Tender
  • Shower
  • Bimini
  • Equipo de snorkel

Additional Information

Included
  • Professional skipper
  • Bed linens
Not included
  • Costs of mooring and anchoring
  • Meals on board
Payment methods
  • Credit/debit card

5 · 24 reviews

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    Zsófia
    February of 2024
    Aroa and Carlos have been amazing hosts, they are adventurous, kind and open minded. They built themselves an exemplary lifestyle with sustainability in focus. The trip was everything we hoped for and more. Thanks for the once in a lifetime experience, knowledge shared, amazing company, and food. Highly recommended! :)
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    Reply from Carlos y Aroa
    Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure for us to share this amazing sailing trip with you. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time on board. We look forward to having you on board again soon!
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    Pilar
    January of 2024
    It has been a great experience with Aroa and Carlos. We have had a great week of sailing, very complete. The food is very good on board the Drakar. Good hosts, good sailors and they are very detailed with the cleanliness on board. There was a very good atmosphere with the crewmates. I would love to repeat
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    Reply from Carlos y Aroa
    Thank you very much Pili for your review! We hope we can share more navigations and experiences with you.
    A hug,
    Carlos and Aroa
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    Ignacio
    January of 2024
    Great experience! Everything worked smoothly, captains, boat, route, navigation and stopovers. I really enjoiyed sailing with them.
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    Think_Blue_Crew
    Reply from Carlos y Aroa
    ¡Muchas gracias Nacho! Nos alegramos que hayas disfrutado de la navegación y la experiencia a bordo con nosotros y la demás tripulación. ¡Esperamos verte de nuevo a bordo!
    Saludos,
    Carlos y Aroa
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    jose luis
    October of 2023
    Having just arrived from the trip, it has exceeded my expectations, Aroa and Carlos have organized it perfectly, they have made us all feel very comfortable, I have learned a lot during these days. A ten for them, and for the boat, very good conditions accompanied us to the destination. I will surely repeat with them.
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    Reply from Carlos y Aroa
    Thank you very much Jose Luis! It has been a pleasure to share this experience with you. We hope to see you again on board soon :)
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    Beatriz
    August of 2023
    A great trip! Aroa and Carlos are charming and they treated us great. The journey was very beautiful, it definitely leaves you wanting more.
    A highly recommended experience!
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    Reply from Carlos y Aroa
    Thank you very much Bea! We hope to see you again soon on board the Drakar :)
    A hug,
    Carlos and Aroa
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    Emilio
    September of 2022
    It has been a unique experience, we have learned about navigation and visited incredible places that you can only access by boat. An alternative and active vacation to get to know other places and cultures, avoiding tourist sites. The boat was spotless and very comfortable to live in. Aroa and Carlos are very nice, I will repeat
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    Reply from Carlos y Aroa
    Thank you very much Laia and Emilio! It has been a pleasure sharing this journey with you. We hope to see you again on board and share other adventures :)
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