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Feast of Santa Candida in Ventotene

Italy:

Pontine Islands

Duration:

4 days - 4 nights

Max number of passengers:

8 people

Available:

-

Suitable for travellers:

20 - 70 years

Boarding from:

Naples

What's included

Cancellation policy

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Organised by:

Spasso a Vela ASD

Member since 2022 -

Organisation

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This experience, in a nutshell

The balloon of a hot air balloon, in addition to being submerged in air, is also filled with air! In other words, a hot air balloon is similar to a ship that has sunk to the bottom of the sea, with the hold invaded by water. How, then, can it float in the air, that is, fly?

The deception is soon solved: the air contained in the balloon of the balloons is hot, and this makes all the difference. In fact, when air is heated, it expands and becomes less dense than cold air. In this way, hot air balloons can take advantage of Archimedes' principle and fly, just like balloons inflated with helium, which is a gas that is less dense than air.


And what are you waiting for to set sail with us and experience the thrill of seeing Ventotene in celebration, full of colorful hot air balloons flying in the sky!

No Departures available

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Boat & Classes of Service

Bavaria 50 Cruiser - 2007

Type

Sailboat

Length

15 m.

Toilets

3

Cabins

5

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13+

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Our itinerary

Our trip starts here:

Naples.

Check-in: 7:00 PM

Our trip ends here:

Naples.

Check-out: 6:00 PM

Leg 1

Boarding - Wednesday evening

6 p.m. - Boat rendezvous at the Darsena Acton

Short briefing on the boat, crew and safety equipment. Presentation of the program.

The first evening will be dedicated to the organization of the galley, assignment of the cabins and getting to know the crew. Dinner all together and night in port in Naples.

Possibility of boarding on Thursday morning at 9 a.m.

Leg 2

Sail to Ventotene

The alarm goes off early, it's off we go... bow towards Procida and then straight towards Ventotene.

 

40 miles to face will be a lot and the sail that awaits us will be an opportunity to learn the rudiments of sailing by alternating at the helm and adjusting halyards and sheets just like a real sailing crew.


Expected arrival in Ventotene in the early afternoon


 

Sail to Ventotene

Leg 3

The days of the festival

Thursday and Friday will be the days to dedicate to the party, we will get to the heart of it, savoring the flavors, colors and emotions of a unique party.


The hot air balloon competition (also called 'O pallon') built with paper begins, which will leave us with our noses in the air and breathless for the nuances and shapes of these works of art made by the island's schools.

The days of the festival

Leg 4

Sail to Ischia

Breakfast all together in the square of Ventotene and then we will leave for Ischia to visit the western side.


We will anchor at the bay of Sant'Angelo where the sea has a variety of shapes and colors, the rocky walls make this bay unique with its seabed rich in black coral, a rarity of the Mediterranean Sea. Possibility to go ashore and visit the village.

Sail to Ischia

Leg 5

Procida of a thousand colors


In the morning, breakfast on board and navigation towards the colorful landscape of the Procida houses that will fill our eyes with wonder and welcome us on a walk through its streets. In the afternoon departure to Naples to return to the starting point by 6 pm.

 

N.B.: The program will be respected in its entirety if wind and sea conditions allow it.


Procida of a thousand colors

The itinerary may be subject to changes due to weather conditions and/or technical or logistical reasons, in order to ensure safety and a pleasant sailing experience for all participants.

Frequent questions

The organiser reviews

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Organised by:

Spasso a Vela ASD

Member since 2022 -

Organisation

Italian

English

Spanish

4.7/5

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139

reviews

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Feast of Santa Candida in Ventotene

09/28/2025

anna maria d.

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Italy

I have Took part in the Ventotene-Festa San Candida tour. Everything was super: the close-knit group, the navigation, the sun and the Sea. I found what I was looking for, lightheartedness and a feeling of freedom. Most of the participants knew each other They, and despite this, have been affectionate and inclusive. Among other things, the skipper was very reliable in bringing us back to port at the requested time, given the train strike. An experience definitely to be redone.
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Feast of Santa Candida in Ventotene

09/27/2025

barbara a.

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Italy

Everything is perfect! Wonderful holiday, top organization and congratulations to captain Emiliano! Always impeccable. To be redone 😍
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Feast of Santa Candida in Ventotene

09/27/2025

Giulia P.

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Italy

More than any positive review is the fact that I keep coming back. I no longer count sailing experiences with sailing fun because he has now become my reference. I can plan trips of all kinds, but in the annual planning there can be no shortage of experiences with sailing fun. Boat adapted to the needs, always cared for. Skipper always more than prepared and available. In years that I have been traveling with them I have been lucky enough to always feel good in the various groups... But I must say that this time I feel particularly grateful and lucky for the bonds that have been created with people!! I'll be back very ♥️ soon
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Feast of Santa Candida in Ventotene

09/24/2025

filomena s.

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Italy

I had the pleasure of participating in a truly memorable sailing experience, made special by the professionalism and passion of the skipper Emiliano. The boat was in impeccable condition and each stage of the route was designed to let us enjoy the itinerary and experience the sea to the fullest. On board from the first moment a convivial and pleasant atmosphere was created, we were all at ease, we all felt part of one great adventure. An experience that I highly recommend to those looking not only for a holiday at sea, but a real journey in the name of beauty, safety and good company. Thank you very much!

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