SKIPPER TRAINING SARONIC GULF & PELOPONNESE FROM/TO ATHENS

On sail training and skipper training trips you practise all manoeuvres extensively, harbour arrivals and departures, and pilotage by day and night.

In a relaxed holiday atmosphere, training with a small group (max. 6 participants) on a sailing trip is really enjoyable!

On these skipper training and sail training trips you are prepared systematically for skippering a sailing yacht independently, under the guidance of a motivated, experienced and locally knowledgeable skipper.

Berth price per person: 848 €
Single cabin price per person: 1198 €

⚓ Skipper training
⚓ Skipper Training Saronic Gulf
⚓ Varied daily stages

THE SAILING AREA
The Saronic Gulf comprises an area whose boundaries are marked by three prominent points: the Corinth Canal in the northwest, Cape Sounion in the east and the island of Hydra in the south.
The Peloponnese and its sailing area extend from the capital Athens in a south-westerly direction. On the Peloponnese, Greek history not only comes alive, but our holiday wishes are also fulfilled. Sailors will find azure-blue seas and tranquil anchorages here. Sun-hungry crew members get sunshine "en masse", bathing enthusiasts idyllic sandy beaches and bays, and romantics unique sunsets. Your daily sailing adventure is rounded off by the most delicious dishes of Greek cuisine accompanied by wines from the region.

The departure and destination of your sailing trip is Marina Alimos in Athens. From here we sail either along the coast in a westerly direction, where the former 'gateway to the West', the Corinth Canal, awaits us, or we immerse ourselves in the legendary island world of the Saronic Gulf. Via the islands of Aegina, Poros, Spetses and also Hydra, which 'meanders' picturesquely in the sea, we sail in relaxed daily stages along the Peloponnese. A diverse and breathtaking landscape awaits us, leaving many lasting impressions.

Alongside high mountain ranges that plunge as steep cliffs into the blue sea, fertile valleys and tree-rich plateaux, we also enjoy picturesque fishing villages with long white sandy beaches on our sailing trips. Here, far from the hustle and bustle, we can happily spend the night at anchor beneath a vast canopy of stars or enjoy a delicious meal and the unique atmosphere in a taverna right by the sea.

With a bit of luck, dolphins or porpoises join the yacht in stages to play with the bow wave and regard us curiously.

The Saronic Gulf and the Peloponnese are known for moderate winds from southerly directions.

In July and August the Meltemi from the north can reach the sailing area in weakened form. The wind then reaches about 4–5 Bft here.

Water temp. avg. 22–26°C
Air temp. avg. 22–30°C

TRAINING & LIFE ON BOARD
At the start of the trip, the ship's kitty is set up for all ongoing trip expenses and the skipper conducts the yacht and safety briefing.

Intensive training provides the necessary confidence for prospective charterers and yacht owners in handling a yacht in every seamanship and navigational situation. The focus of these week-long trips includes berthing and casting off in various ways, anchoring, reefing and unreefing, POB manoeuvres, sail trim, approaches by day and by night, intensive manoeuvre training (tacking, gybing, ...), and much more.

Route planning is flexible and depends on wind, weather and organisational aspects. Life on board is organised communally, with all crew members participating. Willingness to compromise and flexibility are a guarantee of a relaxing sailing week. Please bring only soft luggage, as storage space is limited.

During training weeks, more manoeuvres are performed than on a 'normal' sailing trip. Between 80 and 120 nautical miles are typically covered, up to 140 nautical miles under good conditions.

Yacht details are examples (yacht changes reserved)