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Portimao (PT) - Portimao (PT)

15 February - 22 February 2020

7 days, Maybe

From € 460,-

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Normal price: € 460,-

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Maybe:
Portimao (PT) - Portimao (PT)

15 February - 22 February 2020

Duke of Edinburgh Half Term Youth Voyage. Join Maybe in Portimao, Portugal, and spend your winter break having a sailing adventure with other young people. Explore the south coast of Portugal, enjoy the winter sun, make friends. Learn to sail a traditional ship: steer, navigate, raise and trim the sails and together with the crew make sure the Maybe reaches the next destination. You can use this voyage to achieve your DofE Gold Residential award. For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 years.

Ports

Portimão is a Portugese city in the southern region of Algarve. Take a stroll along the Alvor Boardwalk, relax on the white sands of the Praia Da Rocha beach and visit the Museu de Portimao for a little history lesson. You can also take a dolphin watching tour or do one of the multiple offered water sports.

  • Portimao (PT)

  • Portimao (PT)

Key points

  • Dates: 15 February 2020 - 22 February 2020
  • Embarkation: 14:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum of 14
  • 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: sleeping bag, pillowcase, sheets and towels

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

    Thea (20), Denmark

You sail on the Maybe

Maybe under sail
Shipping type: Ketch
Homeport: Hull (UK)
Date built: 1933
Trainees: 14
Length: 22m
Height of mast: 24,7m
Sail: 680 sq m

TS Maybe is a gaff ketch equipped with seven sails, making her a formidable and seaworthy vessel. Measuring 22 meters in length with masts reaching up to 25 meters, Maybe is built with robust steel frames, a hardwood hull, and …

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Windseeker logs

  • The rain didn’t dampen our spirits!

    – by

    It began with a stunning sunrise. As the day went on, the wind picked up and we sailed at an enjoyable speed. After lunch many people played games in the saloon, creating a fun and lively atmosphere. Unfortunately, it started to …

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  • Stargazing at Starpoint

    Tecla, September 2014

    – by Captain Gijs

    Finally, after two and a half days of motor sailing, we are able to carry on under sail alone. A bit later than expected, but still very welcome, the ESE-ly winds have filled our sails again. Progress has been good …

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Photos

  • Dolphins
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