Full Day Yacht Cruise

Full Day Yacht Cruise

Sailing in Dorset doesn't get much better than this as you sail on board a 32ft clipper under the guidance of an expert skipper. Sailing is an infectious past time and once this full day experience come to a close, you will be longing to get back out on the water and harness the power of the wind! While out on the water you will be able to take part in as much or as little of the sailing as you wish. The experience is suited to both novice and experienced sailors alike as the crew and expert skipper can tailor the cruise to help you learn what you hope too.

Agenda

You will meet your skipper at the start of the day before going to the Yacht. The Yacht is a modern and well-equipped 32 ft clipper; she has toilet facilities, two double berths, shower, radio with CD player and a fully equipped galley. You will set off from Christchurch Harbour and have eight hours on board in which time you will see sights such as Keyhaven, The Needles, Poole Harbour and Hurst Castle; your exact course will be determined by wind direction and tides on the day. You can help with the sailing as much as you want or if you prefer you can sit back and enjoy the trip. The cruise includes tea, coffee and drinks while on board and the cost of berthing and fuel. you will stop in a harbour or anchor in a bay for lunch. Please bring a packed lunch. It may be possible to go ashore for lunch but this will depend on the wind and tide on the day.

Yacht Sailing Experiences  >  Water

Duration
The duration of this experience is circa eight hours.

What to Wear / Equipment
Life jackets are provided and waterproofs are available for hire at small additional charges. You should wear comfortable clothing that won't hinder you moving around the boat and clean soft-soled deck shoes or trainers with white or non-marking soles, to change into at the yacht. Gloves, hat, scarf, warm layers of clothing if it is cold and sunglasses & sun lotion if it is hot. Packed lunch if required. (Tea/coffee is provided on-board)

If you are prone to sea-sickness or travel sickness, we recommend travel pills called 'Sturgeron' that should be taken 2 hours before sailing

Group Size / Spectators
There will be a maximum of seven people including the skipper on board.

Weather
Sailing courses can be weather dependent and in extreme circumstances the course may be affected. Please check with the centre prior to arrival.

Availability
Available from March to November, selected weekdays and weekends.

• Bournemouth (Dorset)