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Tenerife (ES) - Palmeira (CV)

09 December - 17 December 2025

8 days, Oosterschelde

From € 1320,-

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Sail Training

p.p. in 4-person cabin: € 1320,-
p.p. in 2-person cabin: € 1440,-

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Oosterschelde:
Tenerife (ES) - Palmeira (CV)

09 December - 17 December 2025

The journey from Tenerife to Cape Verde is almost guaranteed to have ideal sailing conditions! The winds and currents will give you an extra push, ensuring excellent speed and beautiful weather. The waters are full of wildlife, including flying fish, turtles and sometimes even whales. Join the watch system, which follows a 4-hours-on, 8-hours-off schedule. On deck, you will help with trimming the sails, steering, and navigation. Those who wish may climb the mast (with safety equipment and guidance) to experience the breathtaking view of the ocean like a true sailor. Before you know it, the coastline of Sal will appear on the horizon. Anchor in Palmeira Harbour, clear customs, and celebrate your final night with a festive meal and music.
This journey is a part of a delivery voyage to Cape Verde. Join multiple legs of this voyage for a 15% discount. You can stay on board in the days in between the sailing legs.
Open to all Windseekers aged 18+. Younger trainees, accompanied by an adult, at request.

Ports

Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands, and a popular tourist destination. One of the largest Carnival festivals is hosted here, and for tourists there is a lot to see and do. But the island is large enough to escape mass tourism, so let its natural beauty seduce you to a hike or a drive around the island. You’ll find mountains to climb, cliffs overlooking bays, and ravines. The ‘Island of eternal spring’ is just what you need if you arrive fresh from your Journey!

Palmeira is the third-largest town in Cape Verde, situated on the island of Sal, yet it still retains that cosy small village atmosphere. When you land in Palmeira you will have just completed a crossing over the Atlantic waters. Whilst resting in Palmeira, visit some bars and restaurants to try local specialties, or explore further to desert Oases, caves and beaches.

  • Tenerife (ES)

Key points

  • Dates: 9 December 2025 - 17 December 2025
  • Embarkation: 17:00 / Disembarkation: 09:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 18 years (age 15-18 at request)
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 24
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: towels for swimming (regular towels available on board)

  • "I learned a lot about both sailing and sustainability, and the social life was amazing."

    Thea (20), Denmark

You sail on the Oosterschelde

Oosterschelde
Shipping type: Three-masted topsail schooner
Homeport: Rotterdam (NL)
Date built: 1917
Trainees: 24
Length: 50 m
Height of mast: 36 m
Sail: 891 m2

An adventurous classic; stepping on board this monumental beauty is like stepping into another world. The atmosphere on board the Oosterschelde is one filled with history and adventure. The classical interior and brass polished details make you feel right at …

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Windseeker logs

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    – by Jeske Zijlstra, Deckhand

    After a night of playing with the anchor, it's time to set sail again. Without any sleep, we're preparing the Ship for strong backwinds and high waves. For Barry (the small sail) it’s the perfect time to show up. Carefully putting …

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Photos

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