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Last-Minute Sailing Trips: Cabin Charter at Short Notice
140Trips starting in the next 50 days
Out on the water spontaneously: here you will find all trips that start and end within the next 50 days. Free bunks are often still available shortly before departure, in autumn and winter mainly in the Caribbean, the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean.
Updated: 10 November 2026 · Editorial team toernfinder.de
The essentials at a glance
Season
From today up to 50 days ahead
Duration
Usually one week
Most common departure ports
Sukosan, Capo d Orlando, Phuket, Le Marin and Quinta do Lorde
Requirements
No sailing licence required
Week-long trip per person
usually 600–990 €
All last-minute sailing trips
Here you can see a changing selection of the sailing trips starting in the next 50 days. Your enquiry goes directly to the provider, and bookings are also made directly with them.
Where can you sail at short notice?
That depends on the time of year. The tiles show the countries where most last-minute sailing trips are currently taking place, with the lowest price per person and the next start date.
Spain37 tripsfrom 690 € · next 14.11.Martinique24 tripsfrom 890 € · next 14.11.Croatia21 tripsfrom 450 € · next 14.11.Italy19 tripsfrom 450 € · next 14.11.Portugal15 tripsfrom 530 € · next 14.11.Saint Lucia12 tripsfrom 1,300 € · next 14.11.St Vincent and the Grenadines12 tripsfrom 1,950 € · next 14.11.Thailand12 tripsfrom 1,300 € · next 14.11.
More on the sailing areas: Canary Islands, Caribbean, Mediterranean and Croatia.
How to make a short-notice sailing trip work
Enquire early and with several providers. For last-minute sailing trips every day counts, and a free bunk is quickly taken.
- Enquiry first, flight afterwards: Only book your flight once the provider has confirmed your bunk.
- Flexible on the sailing area: If you are not set on one country, it is easier to find a place. The weeks above show all departures within a given period.
- Check your journey: Note the meeting point and time on the first day. In the Caribbean and the Canary Islands, arriving the day before is safer.
- Packing list to hand: A soft bag rather than a suitcase, oilskins, sun protection. What belongs in your kit bag is shown by the Packing list for the sailing trip.
Are you looking for a bunk in return for helping out on board, for example on a delivery trip? You will find such offers under Working passage. Tips for cheap flights can be found in the article When is flying cheapest?
What does a last-minute sailing trip cost?
Most common are week-long trips, usually 600–990 € per person. Last minute here means available at short notice, not automatically cheaper. Some providers reduce the price of free bunks; if so, this is stated in the listing.
| Trip duration | Price per person (usually) | per day | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4–6 days | 490–900 € | around 120 € | 7 |
| 7–9 days, week-long trip | 600–990 € | around 95 € | 89 |
| 10–15 days | 1,800–2,500 € | around 140 € | 34 |
| 16 days or more | 2,850–5,000 € | around 170 € | 10 |
"Usually" means: the middle half of all offers falls within this range; the cheapest and most expensive quarters are not included. Click on the duration to see the corresponding trips.
On top of the trip price come travel costs and usually the ship's kitty for food, harbour fees and diesel. The box shows what typically belongs in it.
What's included in the price and what goes into the crew kitty
Included in the trip price
- Your bunk on board
- The vessel
- The skipper
Usually via the crew kitty
- Food
- Hafengeld
- Diesel
Usually around 150–300 € per person per week, depending on what the group agrees, for example whether restaurant visits are included. On some boats, meals are already included in the price.
It is best to clarify in advance with the provider exactly what is included.
Countries with the most trips
With the usual weekly price and the next departure. Each card shows the matching trips there.
Spain
37 trips
next departure 14.11.2026
week usually 790–810 € per person
Show trips →Martinique
24 trips
next departure 14.11.2026
week from 900 € per person
Show trips →Croatia
21 trips
next departure 14.11.2026
week usually 450 € per person
Show trips →Popular trip types
Besides classic crew trips, these trip types are offered most often here.
Mileage-building
13 trips
Long passages with night sailing, many miles in a short time.
next departure 14.11.2026
week usually 700–800 € per person
Show trips →Sail training
7 trips
Learn to sail on board, from the basics to the exam trip.
next departure 14.11.2026
week from 700 € per person
Show trips →Event sailing
2 trips
By ship to Hanse Sail, Kiel Week and other harbour festivals.
next departure 17.11.2026
week from 1,450 € per person
Show trips →Frequently asked questions about last-minute sailing trips
Short answers to the questions that come up most often before a short-notice sailing trip.
What is a last-minute sailing trip?
A trip that starts in the next few days or weeks and still has free bunks. This page shows all trips that start from today and end within 50 days.
Are last-minute trips cheaper?
Not always. Some providers reduce the price shortly before departure, while many charge the normal price. What applies is stated in the listing, or you will find out when you make your enquiry.
How late can I book a sailing trip?
Often up to a few days before departure, if a bunk is still free. Ask the provider directly and only book your flight once you have received confirmation.
Where can you sail at short notice in winter?
Mainly in the Caribbean, the Canary Islands and Madeira, and there are also some trips in the Mediterranean and in Thailand. The tiles on this page show where most trips are currently starting.
What does a last-minute sailing trip cost?
Most common are week-long trips, usually 600–990 € per person. Travel and the onboard kitty come on top, usually around 150–300 € per person per week.
Do I need a sailing licence?
No. On a cabin charter, the skipper runs the boat. You book a berth and sail as part of the crew.
Find your last-minute sailing trip
In the trip list you set the period yourself and filter by sailing area, duration and boat type.