
Alessandro E.
review about Discovering the Grenadines by catamaran December 2019
with Massimo M. 35 years old
The Balearic Islands
Spain
For travellers from 25 to 54 years old.
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Long baths and relaxing on the beach or on a boat , sailing, snorkeling (or diving), barefoot aperitifs on the sand and evenings on the premises will be the main activities that will characterize your holiday.
You will experience an unforgettable experience with many unique emotions, we will stop in the most spectacular bays characterized by the turquoise hot water, the beach of fine white sand, the inevitable chiringuito where you can sip a cocktail of fresh fruit and excellent fish restaurants.
Every evening you will not miss the aperitif on the beach where, sipping a Mojito and listening to great music, you will admire a spectacular sunset .
We will rent the scooters to explore the islands from the ground , a stop in the characteristic village of Es Pujols in Formentera and in Elvissa, the capital of Ibiza, will be a must.
One evening the catamaran will remain anchored in front of the beautiful beach of Les Salines of Ibiza so, after an eventful aperitif on the beach, you can let yourself go late into one of the many places on the island like in nearby Ushuaia.
During some of our stops, for those interested, it is also possible to explore under the sea with dives organized by local diving (to be booked in advance).
ITINERARY:
Saturday 3 August: we will embark in the late afternoon on the island of Mallorca , in the Marina of the city of Palma . Check-in at the catamaran and galley and then we will quickly descend to the islands of Ibiza and Formentera with a pleasant night navigation (departure at 22:00, around 10h of navigation).
Sunday 4 August: we will arrive early in the morning in the world famous Playa de Illetas with its exclusive clubs, turquoise waters and breathtaking scenery. We will land on the ground for breakfast and the rest of the day will be free to explore the island from the ground. We will rent the scooters to discover the picturesque villages with their narrow and characteristic streets and the hippy craft markets, up to Cap de Barbaria , the lighthouse that dominates an incredible view overhanging the reddish rocks. Evening among the most renowned chiringuito of Formentera for an unforgettable day. Night at anchor under the stars.
Monday 5 August: alarm clock immersed in unspoilt nature , breakfast on board and we move to nearby Espalmador, the postcard of Formentera! We will go ashore for a walk on its long stretch of white sand surrounded by the sea and for a swim in its turquoise and very hot waters (departure at 9:00, 1 / 2h of navigation). We will go back to the sea before lunch for a short sail to the south, along the west coast of Formentera, to reach the splendid Cala Saona (departure 11:30 am, 1 hour of navigation). In the afternoon, after unforgettable baths , we will head north to reach the island of Ibiza where we will stop for the night in the famous playa de Les Salines (departure at 16:00, 1h30 of navigation). Evening on land in the nearby town of Eivissa and then finish in one of the many bars in the area, like the famous Ushuaia
Tuesday 6 August: relaxing morning in the Playa de Les Salines or in nearby Elvissa. For those interested it is also possible to discover the beauties under the sea with a dive with the Diving Center Anfibios in the nearby Playa den Bossa. Departure after lunch to discover the spectacular west coast of Ibiza : first stop Isla Vedrà (departure at 14:00, about 1 hour of navigation) where you can do a beautiful snorkeling and discover a world of colorful fish and starfish . After unforgettable baths we will leave for Cala d'Hort famous for its sunset and the restaurants with the excellent paella (departure at 16:00, 1 / 2h of navigation). Night at anchor under the stars.
Wednesday 7th August: breakfast and navigation to the nearby Cala Vadella (departure 09.00 am, 1 / 2h of navigation) for a swim. We will continue north to get to Isla Conejera for lunch (departure at 10:30, 1 hour of navigation). Unforgettable baths and snorkeling and then continue to another spectacular bay: the famous Cala Comte (departure at 16:00, 1 / 2h of navigation). The bay is well known for its white sand tongue surrounded by the sea and because you can admire one of the most beautiful sunsets in Ibiza, with Isla Conejera in the background. Dinner in the excellent restaurant of the bay overlooking the sea. Night at anchor under the stars.
Thursday 8 August: Morning in the picturesque Cala Comte and then move to the nearby Cala Basa (departure at 10:00, 1 / 2h of navigation). After splendid baths in the turquoise waters of the bay, relaxing on the beach and lunch on board or in one of the many restaurants on the beach we will return to the sea for a pleasant sail to Cala Benirràs , famous throughout the island for its unforgettable sunset accompanied by percussions played live and by dances on the beach (departure at 15:00, around 3h). Dinner on board or in a restaurant on the beach for those who wish to dance late at Elements Ibiza.
Friday 9 August: wake up early to move to the nearby Cala Pontinatx (departure at 8:00, 1 / 2h of navigation). Free morning with breakfast on the ground, relax on the beach or on the boat or discover the island from under the sea with a dive with the Diving Center SUBFARI . After lunch we will sail to the west, we will stop for the last unforgettable baths in the splendid setting of Cala Pontixol (departure at 14:00, 1 hour of navigation), to then reach the town of San Antonio (departure at 17:00, 1h30 navigation). We will anchor in the bay and with the tender we will reach the town in time for an unforgettable sunset at the famous Café del Mar. Last evening together with dinner in the village and then free night.
Saturday 10th August: Landing with the tender by 9:00 am in San Antonio on the island of Ibiza.
The itinerary may change due to force majeure (eg adverse weather, extra fresh water supply due to our excessive consumption, etc.). In case of bad weather or problems (technical or administrative) during check-in we will leave on Sunday 4 August and not the night before.
The catamaran is a large Bahia 46 of 2009, is about 15 meters long and 8 meters wide and is composed of 4 spacious double cabins, two single cabins in the bow, two single beds in the hulls, 4 bathrooms with shower cubicles and a large room with open kitchen. It is well studied architecturally and is an example of comfort, safety and liveability of spaces. The large double cabins are very well kept and have all the side windows that directly overlook the water, a large porthole and a 12V fan. The four bathrooms, two per hull, are spacious and bright and each with a shower cubicle with hot water. The interior spaces of the whole catamaran are spacious and the dinette with the kitchen are distributed over the entire width of the boat. The kitchen is very well equipped, there are: 3 burners, a gas oven, a 2-bowl sink, lots of furniture for storing the galley and two large fridges with freezer. The fresh water tanks have a total capacity of 800 liters. There is also an internal and external audio system, various USB ports for charging mobile phones, tablets and cameras and 220V outlets (only in port). On deck: large covered cockpit with a large table where everyone can sit comfortably, Fly Deck, 2 large bow sunbathing nets, steering console and navigation instruments, electric winches, various sunbathing areas and 2 comfortable rear small beaches with outdoor shower (with hot water). To reach the land there is a tender with an outboard engine.
Palma di Maiorca, Spagna
Saturday 3 August from 18:00
until Saturday 3 August at 22:00
Ibiza San Antonio, Spagna
Saturday 10 August from 8:00
until Saturday 10 August at 9:00
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STARTER PACK:
The Starter Pack is mandatory (50 €) and must be paid to the skipper in cash. Includes: rental of the tender with outboard motor and fuel, bed kit (sheets, pillow, blanket), replenishment of gas bottles and consumables.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED AND LIFE ON BOARD:
Experience: no sailing experience is required , I will be responsible for navigation and safety on board . If you are interested I will be happy to teach you everything I know about sailing and the places we're going to explore. In the night navigation and in the phases of mooring and anchorage I will need the support of the crew for simple activities that I will explain to you on board.
Life on board: the catamaran is large and very comfortable, but it is still important to respect the common spaces by keeping them in order and clean . On board we will have 800 liters of fresh water in the tanks (much more than a normal sailboat) and we will have to try to make them sufficient for the whole week because the water supply is scheduled on the day of the crew change. Excessive use of fresh water would force us to make a long extraordinary stop to fill the tanks and therefore cause the cancellation of at least one bay included in the program . For this reason, attention is required from everyone in the use of fresh water . During our vacation we will anchor in the most beautiful bays of the islands and to reach land we will have the tender with the outboard motor available . I will explain how to put it in the water and use it so you too can reach the beaches on your own (we will be very close, you will even get to swim). However, being the only means of getting off the ground, it is important to coordinate the whole crew in choosing the time to land and return, respecting everyone's needs! This aspect is important especially on free evenings on the ground where the return could take place at different times between the various people on board . Finally it is important that we all respect the hours of sleep and therefore of silence on board , trying to respect everyone's needs and rhythms.
This Experience undergoes Sailsquare reservation and cancellation policies.
Knowing what expenses are included and excluded from your booking fee will enable you to have a good idea of the total cost of your chosen experience.
In addition to the price, there will be some additional expenses that you will incur during your trip. Expenses have been listed below.
The estimated expenses for the rest of the holiday are approximately 150-200€ per person.