Sailing the Lycian Coast: Turkey's Sunken Cities
Sailing the Lycian coast is a journey through living history. Stretching east from Fethiye towards Antalya, this rugged, mountainous shoreline...
Train your skipper skills in the Aegean - with an international English-speaking crew, you navigate the Peloponnese coast, practise manoeuvres and build the confidence for your next licence level.
Max. 8
Persons
Monohull
Yacht type
per person
Get confident and handy at the helm of a classic sailing yacht with our skipper training in small groups of max six people. In the pro but chill vibe of top sailing spots like Croatia or Greece, swap theory for real hands-on action: tricky docking and undocking, night sailing, crew management – you name it. Our seasoned pro skippers pass on their know-how so you build the routine and guts for your own charter adventure. Kick back with the perfect blend of focused training and holiday relaxation, turning your sailing skills into true skipper confidence for your next trip.
The route shown is a suggestion based on optimal conditions. The final route is decided daily by the crew together with the skipper - depending on weather, wind, crew wishes and current conditions. This makes every trip an individual adventure!
Modern, well-maintained yachts with complete equipment for your perfect sailing trip. All yachts are regularly maintained and meet the highest safety standards.
All our yachts are fully insured, equipped with modern safety equipment (life raft, life jackets, flare gun) and navigation (GPS, autopilot, depth sounder). Our experienced skippers know every yacht personally and ensure your safety.
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Yes.
Some sailing destinations can be reached by train, ferry or long-distance bus.
Examples: Baltic Sea, Sardinia, France, Croatia.
Insurance is not mandatory, but recommended:
- Travel cancellation insurance
- International health insurance
- Accident insurance
- Liability insurance
All travel information is available by e-mail and here:
https://sailwithus.de/gut-zu-wissen/anreiseinformationen/
You can find packing tips here:
https://sailwithus.de/gut-zu-wissen/packliste/
The crew usually meets between 2 and 4 p.m. in the marina or a nearby café.
From around 5 p.m., the skipper can board the yacht and carry out the handover. Meanwhile, the crew goes shopping.
Late arrival is possible in exceptional cases by arrangement.
Saturday is an organization day - sailing usually takes place on Sunday after the safety briefing.
A sports bag or hiking rucksack is best.
Please do not bring a hard-shell suitcase - there is no storage space for it and it is always in the way.
Recommendation: Packing list on the website.
YouTube:
- https://www.youtube.com/embed/5dPxMRSR9OM
- https://www.youtube.com/embed/JGboVfN5hVQ
After your booking, you will receive further information by email at regular intervals. This includes tips on packing, advice on meal planning, etc.
About a week before the start of the trip, we create a Whatsapp group where you can get to know each other as a crew and the skipper.
Approx. 5 days before the start of the cruise you will receive the final arrival information including a harbor plan and berth.
And then it's time to cast off!
That depends on the area.
An identity card is sufficient in most districts.
A passport is required for overseas destinations (Thailand, Caribbean, Seychelles, etc.).
Recommendation: Check current information with the Federal Foreign Office.
Yes, a WhatsApp group will be created in the week before your trip. You can discuss travel and organization there.
Yes, you will be provided with bed linen and a towel.
But bring another towel yourself.
A beach towel is not necessary - you jump straight into the sea.