Mazagón and Gulf of Cadiz

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day sailing expedition from Olhão, navigating along the southern Iberian coast to Mazagón. This adventure combines hands-on sailing training with the thrill of exploration, with possible stops at the Guadiana River, Isla Canela, El Rompido, or Punta Umbría.

During the expedition, you’ll work with charts, plan your pilotage, and practice essential sailing drills, building the skills and confidence needed to become a competent and independent sailor. Between exercises, enjoy discovering hidden bays, charming coastal towns, and serene rivers along the way.

Set sail aboard our comfortable yacht, immerse yourself in real offshore navigation, and turn each day into a rewarding learning experience and an unforgettable journey.

This expedition is the ideal setting to obtain your Bareboat Skipper certificate or ICC (International Certificate of Competence). It also works perfectly as a refresher for your sailing skills or as preparation for your next course, including Bareboat Skipper, Yachtmaster Coastal, or Yachtmaster Offshore.

Focus: Sailing skills, navigation, pilotage, expedition experience

Possible Expedition Itinerary
Example only — subject to change due to tides and weather conditions.

While each sailing expedition is unique, here’s an example of how a 5-day journey could be organised:

• Day 1: Departure from Olhão or Faro Marina, setting sail along the Algarve coast. Introduction to the yacht, safety briefing, and basic sailing drills.
• Day 2: Arrival in Mazagón. Focus on navigation, pilotage, and advanced sailing drills while exploring the port and nearby areas.
• Day 3: Visit charming coastal towns such as El Rompido or Punta Umbría, continuing training in navigation, watch-keeping, and sail handling.
• Day 4: Possible stops at the Guadiana River or Isla Canela, exploring hidden channels, practising chart work, and honing sailing skills.
• Day 5: Sail back from Isla Canela to Olhão, applying the skills learned during the expedition and concluding with a debrief.

⚠️ Please note: This is just an example itinerary. Actual stops and timings may vary depending on tides, weather, and crew preferences. Each expedition is tailored to provide both training and exploration, ensuring a safe and rewarding sailing experience.