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Feast of Santa Candida in Ventotene

Italy:

Pontine Islands

Duration:

3 days - 3 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

Italian

English

Spanish

This experience, in a nutshell

The balloon of a hot air balloon, in addition to being immersed in the air, is also filled with air!


In other words, a hot air balloon is similar to a ship sunk at 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 the 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 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: 6:00 PM

Our trip ends here:

Naples.

Check-out: 6:00 PM

Leg 1

Boarding - Thursday

5:30 pm Meeting on the boat at the Acton Dock.

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

Allocation of cabins and arrangement of the galley. Depending on the sea and wind conditions, it will be evaluated whether to spend the night in port or leave for Ischia / Procida, the decision will be made at the time of boarding.


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


N.B.: Before 5 pm it will not be possible to board or leave luggage on the boat.


Boarding - Thursday

Leg 2

Sail to Ventotene

The alarm clock rings early, bow towards Ventotene... Let's go!

 

There will be many miles to face and the sailing 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.


Arrival expected in Ventotene in the late morning. Lunch in the roadstead in front of the Roman port and in the early afternoon entrance to the port to take part in the party.


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

Sail to Ventotene

Leg 3

The day of the party

A day to dedicate to the party, we will get to the heart of it, savoring the flavors, colors and emotions of a unique party.


During the day there will be a continuous succession of activities to be carried out on land in the alleys of the island, until late in the evening when the fireworks show will light up the sky.

The day of the party

Leg 4

Sail to Naples

In the morning breakfast on board and navigation towards the colorful landscape of the Procida houses that will fill our eyes with wonder. Lunch on board and in the afternoon departure for Naples to return to the departure base by 6 pm.

 

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

Sail to Naples

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.

What's included in the price

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Boat equipment and facilities

    Final cleaning

    Tender and outboard

    Bedding kit

    Towels kit

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Onboard staff

    Skipper

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Taxes, fees and moorings

    Embarkation and disembarkation mooring fees

What you'll have to pay during the experience

Below are the additional expenses you will incur during the experience.

Common Fund

€75 - €100 Per person

The common fund will be useful for: - Galley expenses - Port to Ventotene: € 200 - Fuel: € 150/200 - depends on engine usage - Buoys/mooring if necessary - Miscellaneous

    Galley

    Food for the skipper

    Alcoholic drinks

    Mooring fees

    Access and/or stay in parks and marine protected areas

    Fuel (boat/tender)

What's NOT included in the price

Below are the services that are not included in the price of the experience, including any available optional services that you may pay directly to the organiser (we advise you to inform the organiser prior to departure in case you wish to purchase such services and arrange the payment terms directly with him).

Excluded

    Meals/drinks consumed ashore

    Transfers from/to the airport

    Flights or Transfers from/to the destination

Optional Services

    Hostess • €800 per boat

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

out of

139

reviews

Skipper

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Destination

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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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