Navi Coach - Isles of Scilly Archipelago
An expedition of learning and experience.
Navi Coach : The archipelago of the Isles of Scilly
Starting from € 1,179.90
based on 4 people
Your skipper
Name : René Savin
Skipper Expert
René Savin, 52, is a seasoned local professional skipper and has sailed the seas of the world. He has a passion for the Raz de Sein in which he invites you to sail with him.
Characteristics
Duration : 8 days - 7 nights
Level : Advanced
Season : July - August
Navi Coach, expert coaching and navigation with a pro
Experience a cross-Channel deep-sea cruise to the Isles of Scilly archipelago. During this cruise, you will discover a new way of traveling and living: taking the time, living to the rhythm of the sea and discovering magnificent landscapes as you go from island to island.
Accompanied by our professional skipper, this cruise is a unique opportunity to
make a dream come true and surpass yourself.
Who is the Navi Coach service for?
This service is aimed at intermediate or experienced sailors who wish to progress and rent the Atlantis sailboat with our expert skipper to improve their skills in a technical navigation area such as the Raz de Sein, to prepare for a travel project, or to do a cross-Channel to the Isles of Scilly.
Are you already sailing, owner or renter of sailboats, and you like challenges? Navicoach is a formula dedicated to sailors who wish to progress or deepen their knowledge while accumulating miles in specific sailing areas such as Raz de Sein accompanied by a local professional skipper.
The Atlantis sailboat: Kirié Feeling 396 DI 11.75 m
Equipments
On board the voyage sailboat "Atlantis", a cozy and warm atmosphere awaits you inside, you feel as if you are sheltered in the "belly" of this boat. The height under bars (ceiling) and the length of the cabins of 2 m allow older children to feel comfortable moving inside. Its access is a little sportier than the yacht, you have to climb on board and step over the rail.
2 nights
minimum
2 to 6 people
3 cabins
Equipped kitchen
2 rooms
water
Comfortable living room
Route map
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Cruise program
Day before departure
Boarding at Audierne at 5 p.m. for one night at the pontoon
Installation in your cabins - Breifing with your skipper - welcome cocktail - free dinner (not included)
Day 1
Audierne to the port of Aber Wrac'h (around 8 hrs)
Departure at 9 am for a day of coastal navigation in Audierne bay towards Pointe du Raz, crossing the Raz de Sein (small Cape Horn), the Tas de Pois, the Fronveur before arriving at the port of l ' Aber Wrac'h for a stopover and overnight at the pontoon - picnic lunch and dinner on board included.
Day 2
From Aber Wrac'h to the island of Ste Mary SCILLY
Departure at 8 am for a crossing of the Channel, from the Ouessant rail to the archipelago of the Isles of Scilly (GB) - Night at anchor on the island of St. Mary
Breakfast - Picnic lunch - Free dinner on the island (not included)
Day 3
Stopover at Ste Mary Island
You discover the largest island in the archipelago, Hugh Town is the city center of its shops, banks, churches, post offices, cafes, galleries, restaurants and pubs, as well as the wonderful museum. It has three wonderful beaches in the immediate vicinity: Porthcressa, Town Beach, and Porthmellon. The old town is the other "major" settlement of St. Mary's, its nature reserve, the Old Town Church where Sir Harold Wilson is buried.
Day 4 and 5
2-day stopover at Tresco Island
Tresco is the second largest of the islands and a subtropical gem. It is the only one of the islands to be private; He is currently supported by Lucy and Robert Dorrien-Smith.
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This island has a bit of everything - dramatic rock tributaries, Bronze Age burial sites and romantic castle ruins, secluded sandy beaches and, of course, the famous Tresco Abbey Garden that was created. in the 1830s by Augustus Smith. This horticultural paradise is home to a spectacular collection of over 20,000 exotic plants from all over the world - many of which cannot be grown anywhere other than Great Britain. The Valhalla collection in the garden is also impressive with its colorful display of figureheads recovered from the island shipwrecks.
The rugged north of the island is a great place to walk and explore, looking for Tresco's freshwater pools. You can rent bikes to get around, or if you're feeling active, you can rent a windsurf board or kayak from Tresco Sailing Club. The island is also excellent for beaching or just relaxing on a beach - there is no better place to relax than the fine, sugary white sands of Pentle and Appletree Bays. To highlight, its fabulous charcuterie and famous restaurants offering refined local products.
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Nights at anchor - breakfast - free lunch on the island (not included) - dinner on board
Day 6
Stopover on the island of Ste Agnès
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On the most southwestern edge of the Isles of Scilly, St. Agnes is totally unspoiled and surprisingly peaceful. It is just a mile or so, and its closest neighbor is Gugh, to which it is joined by a sand bar at low tide.
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It is an island of marvelous contrasts, from rocky outcrops on its western side exposed to paradisiacal beaches in its more sheltered coves; The tranquility of the sand bar between Saint Agnes and Gugh is particularly magical. The lands are quaint cottages and a patchwork of flower fields, while a lighthouse sits at the highest point on the island. St. Agnes is also a thriving community of professional farms and a creative, light industrial flair. Sainte-Agnès urges your senses to seek adventure.
Descend in search of the circular maze of rounded beach stones; Marvel at the rock piles and cairins that point Wingletang Down, or paint the beaches for the wrecked treasures of Beady Pool. Periglis beach is a great place for a picnic as well as a seashell collecting paradise. It also offers stunning views of the bird sanctuary which is Annet, the Western Rocks and Bishop Rock. And then there is the Old Man of Gugh, who is 10 feet tall and is believed to be associated with the rituals of the Bronze Age.
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Night at anchor - breakfast - free lunch on the island (not included) - dinner on board
Day 7
From Ste Agnès to Île Ouessant (night navigation)
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Night shifts per pair
In the early morning, an island in the Iroise Sea looms on the horizon facing the Brest gully.
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Snack coffee - breakfast - free lunch on the island - dinner on board
Day 8
From the island of Ouessant to the island of Sein
Breakfast and dinner on board included - Free lunch on the island of Sein
The price
The price of your cruise includes for a period of 2 days 1 night + 1 night at the quay: € 698 / double cabin for 1 to 2 people and € 658 / double cabin for 1 or 2 children under 12 ( additional night at the Ile de Sein 269 € / double cabin)
Included
The cruising sailboat Atlantis with a professional skipper
Your accommodation in a double cabin based on 4 people on board
Towels
Half-board breakfast and lunch with local products, including for the skipper
The drinks
The insurance
The provision of a life jacket which must be worn
A full tank of diesel.
Not included
Shipping costs and taxes
Tourist tax of 0.22 € / pers / night
Barnier tax 1.65 € / pers
Diesel or food supplements
Personal expenses
Cancellation insurance
You do not have to pay any deposit.
DON'T FORGET TO TAKE WITH YOU
sun protection index 50 and after sun
Sunglasses
Cap, hat
Bath towel
Warm (fleece) windproof clothing
Remember to take cash, there is no cash dispenser on the islands, restaurants generally accept credit card payments.
Avoid taking valuables
Important : Due to the Covid 19 health crisis, this service had to be suspended in 2020. It will be restored in 2021 on presentation of a health pass before boarding for individual passengers as well as for groups of people, failing this, wearing a mask remains compulsory in close-quarters situations and when traveling inside the sailboat.
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