Atlantic Elegance:
Tenerife to Mindelo Sailing Adventure
Experience the ultimate luxury sailing adventure from Tenerife to Mindelo, with captivating stops at La Gomera and El Hierro. Discover lush landscapes, rugged beauty, and vibrant culture while indulging in gourmet meals and serene relaxation on a magnificent yacht.
START – Monday
Tenerife
DEPARTURE: 7:00
SAILING TIME: 5 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 12:00
DISTANCE: 33 NM
The largest Canary Island, Tenerife is a sailor’s dream. With its stunning coastline, year-round temperate climate, and wealth of diverse landscapes ripe for exploration, it is the perfect starting point for a transatlantic journey. Before you board our catamaran, don’t miss your chance to savor delicious local cuisine, go whale-watching, and visit some of the historic attractions found around the island.
Stop 1
La Gomera (10 hours)
DEPARTURE: 22:00
SAILING TIME: 11 HOURS
ARRIVAL: 9:00
DISTANCE: 60 NM
La Gomera is a verdant paradise with lush landscapes, remote beaches, and crystalline blue waters perfect for snorkeling and observing underwater fauna. Head down to San Sebastián for lunch and indulge in the exquisite flavors of Canarian cuisine. Then, make your way to Garajonay National Park to take a relaxing hike through a gorgeous volcanic landscape against a stunning coastal backdrop.
Stop 2
El Hierro (12 hours)
DEPARTURE: 21:00
SAILING TIME: 108 HOURS (4,5 days)
ARRIVAL: 9:00
DISTANCE: 755 NM
Our next destination is El Hierro, the smallest and most remote of the Canary Islands. This secluded paradise features rugged coastlines, pristine beaches, and an incomparable laid-back ambiance. It’s also a marine reserve, which pretty much guarantees wildlife encounters while you’re snorkeling. When you’ve gotten your fill of whale or dolphin watching, explore hidden coves or visit villages like Valverde.
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Mindelo (full day)
Mindelo is a lively cultural hub on São Vicente in Cape Verde that seamlessly blends African, European, and Caribbean influences in its music, cuisine, and traditions. If we find ourselves here, you may just be lucky enough to hear Mindelo’s signature live music called morna, a soulful Cape Verdean genre at local bars, restaurants, or even at beaches like Laginha Beach. Luxuriate in the true island life experience in Mindelo before we depart.
TenerifE - Mindelo
| Speed | NM | Trip | Break | Cumulated Hours | Date | Day | Daytime | |||
| Tenerife (Check-in) | Saturday, 2 November 2024 | |||||||||
| Tenerife | Sunday, 3 November 2024 | 1 | 7.00 | |||||||
| Gomera | 7 | 33 | 5.0 | 10.00 | 5.00 | 15.00 | Monday, 4 November 2024 | 1 | 12.00 | 22.00 |
| El Hierro | 7 | 60 | 9.0 | 12.00 | 24.00 | 36.00 | Tuesday, 5 November 2024 | 2 | 9.00 | 21.00 |
| Mindelo | 7 | 755 | 108.0 | 144.00 | Tuesday, 12 November 2024 | 7 | 9.00 | |||
| Mindelo (Check-out) | 6.5 | 130 | 20.0 | Wednesday, 13 November 2024 | 1 | 7.00 | ||||
MEET YOUR CAPABLE CREW
1ST SKIPPER / CAPTAIN
arminA seasoned sailor with 25 years of experience, Armin has been at the helm of numerous transatlantic voyages. He has journeyed from Africa to South America, the British Virgin Islands to Bermuda, the Azores to the Iberian Peninsula, and Greenland to the European mainland.
Armin has a wide range of sailing experience handling various vessels including a Beneteau First 35, Alubat Ovni 41, Privilege 49, and our flagship, the Lagoon 55. He is a safety-oriented skipper and always willing to share tips about sailing and navigation, and even stories of his own adventures.
He is also an avid free and scuba diver, always eager to go spotting marine life when the boat drops anchor. Armin is also fluent in English, German, Spanish, and French.
Chef / Hostess
LeticiaOnce a typical white-collar professional, Leticia traded her typical 9 to 5 workday of staring at computer screens for a career that splits the difference between work and play.
With her background in catering and event management, her valuable skills are put to good use in keeping the voyage on track and making sure that everyone on board is well fed and comfortable for the duration of the journey.
Leticia is also a licensed boat skipper under the British Yachtmaster system. She is actively involved in navigation and coordinates with both captains.
She is also a great conversationalist, fluent in both English and Spanish, and has advanced proficiency in both German and French.
2ND SKIPPER / CAPTAIN
FREELANCERTo comply with German laws and safety regulations, Armin will be accompanied by a second captain. Depending on their availability, the second skipper is handpicked from a network of freelancers and will also hold a German SHS license.
Additional Crew
Valinor reserves the right to add more crew members to meet safety needs and other requirements for a successful cruise.
A TASTE OF WHAT TO EXPECT
ALTERNATE TRAVEL ROUTES
Greece
Skippered luxury charter in Athens from end of May to start of April. Personalized tours can be offered upon request of charter guests.
