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To Madeira for Madeira wine!
February 22 – March 6, 202014 days
- Start and finish
- Radazul, Spain
- Level
- Experienced
- Languages
- English, Russian
- Organizer
About the event
We invite you to a fascinating journey from the Canary Islands to the Portuguese island of Madeira and back. We will see the Canary Islands of Tenerife, La Palma and La Gomera. In Madeira we will visit the wonderful city of Funchal, try real Madeira wine in its homeland, and see many interesting natural attractions of the island.
In addition, those who wish will have the opportunity to practice yacht management.
Join us on this voyage, and your winter will be bright and unforgettable!
Offers and pricing
One place in the team
€1,200per person · whole trip
What the price covers
Additional expenses: common ship fund for fuel, mooring in marinas, food Non-refundable deposit - 300 euro Refundable deposit - 800 euro -
Itinerary
- Saturday
Tenerife Radazul - Tenerife South, 35 miles The port of Radazul is located in the east of Tenerife. Tenerife is the largest island of the Canary Islands. The island is famous for Teide volcano and the popular beach resort of Los Gigantes. Here you can also visit the Loro Park and admire penguins and killer whales.
- Sunday
Christopher Columbus traveling to the shores of India when he accidentally discovered the New World, made a stop in La Gomera. The island still has a church where he prayed before embarking on his voyage and a well from which sailors replenished water supplies. The sign on the well says: "America was baptized with this water."
- Monday
La Gomera We will spend time on the island of La Gomera. It seems like the time stopped here. From the sea you will see the coast of La Gomera with the steep cliffs of Alahero, and then we can go to the Garajonay National Park with amazing nature and unique flora. The highest point of Garajonay is 1488 meters. This mountain range is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. Most of it is covered with unique laurel forests - Monteverde, which are more than 2 million years old. In La Gomera, you will find the famous beaches with black volcanic sand.La Gomera - La Palma, 55 miles Today we will sail to another island of the Canary Archipelago - La Palma where we will spend a few days.
- Tuesday
La Gomera - La Palma, 55 miles Today we will sail to another island of the Canary Archipelago - La Palma where we will spend a few days.
La Palma La Palma is an ideal island for surfers who come here from all over the world to catch a wave. If you prefer a more relaxing holiday, head to Santa Cruz de la Palma, the island's capital. There are many interesting places here - Sazar Palace, Dali Street, Tobacco House, and others. In La Palma, you will also find unique laurel cherry forests that grow on volcanic soil.
La Palma - Madeira, 190 miles Finally, we will set off for the famous Portuguese island of Madeira. The name of the island is translated as “forest”. Madeira's forests occupy more than sixty percent of the entire territory. Exotic plants from around the world are collected in the island's botanical gardens. The highest point of the island is Pico Ruivo, from here you can see the whole Madeira Island.
Madeira, Funchal Funchal is the main port and administrative center of Madeira Island. It is an ancient and beautiful city with amazing palaces and squares. From the top of Monte Mountain, you can enjoy the ocean and the city views. You can get there by funicular, and go back down on a wooden sleigh (this is a special kind of entertainment!). There are several botanical gardens in the city and around it: Orchid Garden and Jardim-Botanica with flower carpets. In Funchal, there is the magnificent St. Clara Cathedral and the old factory, where they make the famous bordados embroidery. And you can try the real Madeira wine in the village of Camara do Lobusch.
- Wednesday
Madeira - Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 250 miles Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of Tenerife. Santa Cruz is a large city with many interesting places and attractions. Visit the Plaza de Espana, the Garcia Sanabria, La Granja or Palmetum parks. Santa Cruz also has one of the main attractions of the Canary Islands - Auditorio de Tenerife concert hall built by Santiago Calatrava in 2003. The concert hall is considered one of the most significant works of modern architecture.
- Friday
Leaving the yacht
Location
The daily route schedule is approximate. We will reserve one more day just in case. It is possible to upgrade your yachting certificate to ISSA Offshore Skipper Sail (+600 Euro)