STAGE 8.1
28.04-10.05
€2300
Ocean Passage: Bay of Biscay to Amsterdam
28.04—10.05
€2300
28.04-10.05
🇪🇸A Coruña →
🇳🇱Amsterdam
🇳🇱Amsterdam
Navigating the Bay of Biscay and English Channel
This stage combines coastal navigation with open sea passages, taking us from the rugged shores of Galicia through the challenging Bay of Biscay to huge tides of Brittany and into the bustling maritime world of the English Channel.
12 days
2300 €
Start/Finish Cities and Airports:
🇪🇸 A Coruña [LCG], Santiago de Compostela [SCQ]
🇳🇱Amsterdam Schiphol [AMS]
🇳🇱Amsterdam Schiphol [AMS]
Approximate
step by step route:
- A Coruña → Brest, 380 nm
- Brest → Roscoff, 80 nm
- Roscoff → Cherbourg, 110 nm
- Cherbourg → Fecamp, 80 nm
- Fecamp → Boulogne-sur-Mer, 90 nm
- Boulogne-sur-Mer → Nieuwpoort, 60 nm
- Nieuwpoort → Scheveningen, 90 nm
- Scheveningen → Amsterdam, 40 nm
- A Coruña → Brest
- Brest → Roscoff
- Roscoff → Cherbourg
- Cherbourg → Fecamp
- Fecamp →
- Boulogne-sur-Mer
- Boulogne-sur-Mer → Nieuwpoort
- Nieuwpoort → Scheveningen
- Scheveningen → Amsterdam
difficulty of this stage
is 4 out of 5
difficulty 4 out of 5
This means preparation for challenging conditions is essential. We may encounter strong winds, big waves, and potentially rather low temperatures. The stage includes long offshore passages that could last several days.
The Bay of Biscay is known for its unpredictable weather, while the English Channel presents its own challenges with at times harsh winds and strong tidal currents. However, May usually offers much milder conditions compared to winter months.
The Bay of Biscay is known for its unpredictable weather, while the English Channel presents its own challenges with at times harsh winds and strong tidal currents. However, May usually offers much milder conditions compared to winter months.
TRAVEL STYLE
Long offshore passages mixed with coastal sailing and cultural exploration
COST
COST
INCLUDED
INCLUDED
COST
not INCLUDED
not INCLUDED
Accommodation:
Operations:
Support&Expertise:
- Twin/double cabin with quality bedding and towels
- Personal safety gear (lifejackets, lifelines, personal locator beacons)
- Xploration welcome pack with branded items
Operations:
- All marinas and ports fees
- Documentation and permits
- Fuel for yacht, tender and galley
Support&Expertise:
- Captain with extensive high-latitude sailing experience
- Professional first mate (muse of our boat)
- Well-stocked pantry essentials
- Optional sailing skills coaching
- Getting to the boat and back (airplane tickets, trains, taxi, etc)
- Food onboard (shared with all the team, approx. 30 EUR/ day)
- Any additional costs outside (restaurants, museums, souvenirs, etc.)
- Personal insurance
NOT INCLUDED
INCLUDED
ROUTE
HIGHLIGHTS
Bay of Biscay
Brittany Coast
English Channel
Dutch Waters
A challenging stretch of water known for its testing conditions and rich marine life. This passage offers true offshore sailing experience while requiring careful weather planning.
Historic lighthouses and charming fishing villages line the rugged shores. The region's dramatic tides, reaching up to 12 meters, shape both the landscape and maritime culture.
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes requiring precise navigation. The ports from Cherbourg to Boulogne each represent different aspects of French maritime heritage.
A complex network of waterways, channels, and locks leading to Amsterdam. Traditional windmills and polders create a distinct maritime landscape unique to the Netherlands.
Offshore Navigation
Extended periods at sea develop essential bluewater sailing skills. The Bay of Biscay crossing provides experience in weather routing and passage planning while offering opportunities to observe oceanic wildlife.
Tidal Navigation
Working with some of Europe's largest tidal ranges requires careful timing and planning. Each port entry teaches different aspects of tidal navigation while testing boat handling skills.
Experience Details
Traffic Management
The English Channel provides intensive practice in commercial shipping navigation. We learn to work with traffic separation schemes, AIS, and radio communication while maintaining proper watch systems.
Coastal Variety
The journey connects three distinct European maritime traditions. From French fishing ports to Dutch canals, each region presents unique navigational challenges and cultural experiences.
ABOUT THE YACHT
Season 7 (SPRING / 25)
consists of 4 stages
One-of-a-kind sailing boat
- 5 cabins for 2 persons each
- 2 electrical WC with hot showers
- Fully equipped kitchen
- AC 220V all time
- Length 18.5 m
- Draft 2.0 m
- 2 masts
- Main set of 4 sails (+ gennaker)
- Cruising speed: 7 knots
Totally refitted and equipped for autonomous expeditions for more
than a month, ready to safely accommodate crew of 10 to the world’s most remote waters. Equipped by radar, watermaker, AIS, heating system, Starlink, washing machine.
On board Perola do Mar, we sail with a crew of 10:
Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew.
- a captain,
- a wizard (first mate responsible for comfort and care),
- and 8 crew members joining us for the journey.
Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew.
THE CREW
Season 7 (SPRING / 25)
consists of 4 stages
On board Perola do Mar, we sail with a crew of 10
- a captain,
- a wizard (first mate responsible for comfort and care),
- and 8 crew members joining us for the journey.
Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew
On board Perola do Mar, we sail with a crew of 10:
Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew.
- a captain,
- a wizard (first mate responsible for comfort and care),
- and 8 crew members joining us for the journey.
Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew.
how to join
First, apply for a journey
(or write us questions if you have any).
1
Then we arrange a short friendly interview
with one of our team members, to align expectations.
2
If all is good, you make a 50% prepayment
and officially join the crew.
3
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To embark on a sea voy adventures with us, please fill out the application form.
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