Flores
The westernmost island of Europe, swept by winds. Waterfalls falling into the sea, emerald-green lakes, lush vegetation — a raw and wild beauty for the adventurous sailor.
Flores is Europe's westernmost island — the last piece of land before America. The passage from Faial (130 miles) is a true offshore crossing, often the most demanding of the course. The sea takes on another dimension, the wind rises, the reality of the Atlantic asserts itself.
On the island, waterfalls fall directly into the sea. Emerald-green lakes rest in craters. The vegetation is of tropical exuberance — hydrangeas as far as the eye can see, dense forests, deep silence. An island unlike any other.
Flores is reserved for courses that prioritise adventure. The crossing is long, sometimes tough. But the arrival on this green island, after hours of Atlantic sailing, is one of the finest rewards of offshore navigation.
The wildest island · Offshore sailing · Coastal waterfalls
Terceira
Its baroque capital Angra do Heroísmo is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Inside the island, Algar do Carvão reveals a spectacular underground volcanic chamber.
The big islandSão Miguel
The largest and most populated. Ponta Delgada is the capital and ideal starting point. The twin calderas of Sete Cidades, the Furnas thermal springs and its electric-green lakes are breathtaking.
The golden islandSanta Maria
The oldest geologically and the sunniest. White sand beaches (Praia Formosa), amber cliffs and terraced vineyards. An unexpected Mediterranean flavour in the heart of the Atlantic.
Does this island call you?
Book your berth and join this offshore sailing course.
View dates & book