Atlantic Challenge Spring 2025
Tenerife - Gibraltar - Ibiza, Spain
"A whole new world opened up before the eyes on the captain's bridge. The vast horizon and the power of the ocean. Its breath was deep and slow. Waves up to 4 meters hit the starboard side. Their movement was mesmerizing in its novelty and scale. The elongated wave was starkly different from the familiar coastal ones. Its wall had not yet collapsed, allowing the catamaran to surf. The best images remained etched in the eyes. Not captured, but truly lived." - Ira Mart, participant of "Atlantic Challenge 2023"
In the spring of 2025, our fleet will embark on its regular sailing passage from the Canary Islands to the Balearic Islands, heading to our summer base in Ibiza. This year, we are set to depart on April 13 from our winter base in Tenerife at the Marina Amarilla Golf. The flotilla will comprise 11 yachts and catamarans from the SailMe Charter fleet. All boats are fully equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable and safe stay on board during the ocean crossing.
If you've recently completed training in a sailing school and want to apply your knowledge in practice, or if you're planning to start training, and if you aim to sharpen your sailing skills, accumulate miles, and challenge yourself offshore, then a transatlantic passage under the guidance of an experienced skipper is an excellent way to experience all aspects of yachting. Enjoy tranquil coastal sailing, non-stop ocean yachting, night watches, mooring in marinas, working with sails, and much more during a three-week journey. Stops in cities along the route will remind you of what it's like to walk on land.
You can also participate in the passage without special knowledge. If you're drawn to the sea and simply want to test yourself, consider booking the second leg in the Mediterranean Sea. This leg lasts a week, requires no prior experience, and includes stops in Spanish cities, for example, Almeria, Cartagena, and the island of Formentera.
Prices:
One Leg (Atlantic - 2 weeks or Mediterranean - 1 week):
€590 / berth in a cabin
€990 / two berths in a cabin
€890 / single occupancy in a cabin
Entire Passage (3 weeks):
€900 / berth in a cabin
€1590 / two berths in a cabin
€1290 / single occupancy in a cabin
*Additional costs - boarding fees (food and drinks, fuel and overnight stays in marinas) are shared between the participants except the captain
The Atlantic stage of the journey starts from our home marina, Amarilla Golf, located in the south of Tenerife (15 minutes from TFS airport), with check-in after 16:00. On this day, the crews undergo a briefing, plan their route, and purchase provisions. Depending on the weather forecast, the yachts will set sail towards Madeira either at night or the next day. This picturesque island is the perfect place to spend a few days on land, exploring local attractions. Afterward, the flotilla will head towards Gibraltar, concluding the stage on April 27th in La Linea, on Spanish territory. The nearest airport is in Malaga two hours away by bus. The total distance of this stage is 1000 nautical miles. To participate in the passage, a minimum of one week of experience living and traveling on a sailing yacht is required.
The Mediterranean stage will commence on April 26th from La Linea. The route follows along the Spanish coast, passing through Malaga, Almeria, Cartagena, and the island of Formentera. Stops in cities will be made according to the wishes of the crew members and weather conditions. The journey will conclude on May 4th at our summer base in the old town of Ibiza. The total distance of this stage is 400 nautical miles.
About Siesta
Excess 11 Siesta (65) is a modern and innovative catamaran designed for comfortable cruising. Our catamaran has four cabins with two bathrooms, convertible saloon and 1 forepeak cabin, providing ample accommodation for up to 10 guests and skipper. All beds in cabins are full double beds and the wet areas are also very spacious. The catamaran has a spacious and well thought out interior with light and airy cabins that are well equipped with large windows and plenty of natural light. She also has a fully equipped galley with refrigerator, freezer, gas hob, oven and microwave, allowing you to comfortably spend a week on the catamaran. Outside, the catamaran has a spacious cockpit with a dining table, as well as plenty of space to relax and four sun loungers at the bow and on the roof.
Included:
- yacht charter
- captain services
- bed sheets
- towels
- final cleaning
- first and last night in marina
Not Included:
- fuel
- food and drinks
- flight and transfer
- marina's fees
- refundable security deposit (200 eur)
Terms & Conditions
Payments.
For booking, you need to make an advance payment of 50%, the second part of the payment must be made 35 days before the start of the tour.
Cancellations.
If you decide to cancel your booking we reserve the right to charge the following amounts as the penalty for cancellation.
- over 100 days before departure: 20% from the total price of the charter
- 30 - 100 days: 50% of the total price of the charter
- less than 30 days before departure: 100% of the total price of the charter.
In case of cancellation of the charter by the company, we return the full payment to the client.
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We make bookings with MMK, the best and most trusted booking manager in the industry. Thanks to their experience, we offer the most up-to-date information and a secure booking process, ensuring your yacht charter is flawless.
BEST FLEET CONDITION AWARD 2022
Sailme Charter is "BEST FLEET CONDITION" award winner 2022 in Spain. Our technical team consists of professionals to ensure that your charter goes smoothly and brings only pleasant emotions.
ISO 20410 VERIFIED
With ISO 20410:2017 "Tourism and related services - Bareboat charter" certified, you can expect your charter to be as safe as possible, with yachts and catamarans equipped to the highest standard to ensure your safety on the water.
