Boarding and Preparation
We look forward to seeing you on board from Thursday 16 October (from 6:00 pm) to Saturday 18 October (until 11:00 am)
Welcome aboard Certosa Marina, Venice
Meet the VELALIBRE crew and instructors
Familiarization with the boat and initial briefing
By day: visits to places that preserve the nautical culture and the soul of Venice
In the evening: tour the bacari and stroll through the alleys of a city that emanates magical notes at night.
Training inside and outside the Mose
Saturday, October 18th
Crew Role Definition
Practice of sailing maneuvers and tactics
Exploring the magical Venetian lagoon
Refining navigation techniques
The Big Day – The Veleziana
Sunday, October 19th
Wake up and have an energetic breakfast
Final preparation and pre-race briefing
The Regatta: A breathtaking experience across the lagoon
Triumphal arrival with a view of the bell tower in Piazza San Marco
Post-regatta celebration and sharing of stories and emotions
In the afternoon, characteristic navigation on inland waters in the Malamocco and Pellestrina canals
Night navigation watch shifts
Day 5: The Return
Monday, October 20th
Expected arrival in Rimini at approximately 7:00 am
I disembark with a wealth of unforgettable memories and new skills.
WHO IS IT RECOMMENDED FOR?
Newly licensed sailors who already have a basic theoretical knowledge of sailing techniques are taking their first courses and want to have their first experience of coastal sailing. After all that theory, they're finally sailing.
Sea lovers who have already attended basic sailing courses or daily lessons and want to raise the bar by sharing time and space for 3 days on a boat where we will experience real life on board
experienced sailors who have never experienced the charm of lagoon navigation
Anyone who wants to try an experience that combines sailing, a pinch of competition and good company
PLACE | DURATION
Departure from Marina Certosa – Venice
Boarding open from Thursday 16 October at 4:00 PM to Saturday 18 October at 10:00 AM
Return to Rimini on October 20th at approximately 7:00 am*
*possibility of disembarkation in Venice on Sunday at 3:00 pm
INCLUDES
Authorized training boats, 11m sailing cabin cruisers
VELALIBRE Instructors
Final cleaning
Regatta Entry Fee
DOES NOT INCLUDE
Galley and Fuel (approximately €10 per person per day)
Possible dinners on land (approximately €30)
FIV and VELALIBRE membership request €50
Note: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and crew needs. Flexibility is the key to an authentic sailing experience!
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