The Canary Islands are
the most beautiful mixture of different cultures, historical
influences, people and inexplicable natural beauties in the whole
wide world. Undisturbed miracles lie around every corner on all
eight of its islands, creating a charming harmony of nature and
warm local hospitality.
Sailing around Canary
Islands
The islands' history is long and
rich - it dates back all the way to Ancient Greece. It was even
thought for a while that Plato's legendary Atlantis was one of the
Canary Islands. Sailing the Canary Islands will bring you closer to
these historical mysteries. The Canary Islands have always been a
stop on the transatlantic voyages because of the favorable trade
winds - even the famous Christopher Columbus made a stop here at
the Canary Islands during his expedition to the New
World.
This Spanish archipelago, a
sailor's paradise, is located off the northwest coast of mainland
Africa, in the Atlantic Ocean. Sailing in Canary Islands is not just
navigating on the waters of an Ocean - it is also a memorable
experience of exploring the place where two continents meet in an
unspoiled beauty and endless freedom that only sailing provides. If
you chose to spend your holiday sailing the Canary Islands, you
will gain memories which will last for a lifetime.
For your convenience, we have
set up several bases on three of the archipelago's most popular
islands where you can choose from our superior yacht selection,
bareboat or skippered charters to meet all your requirements. Our
skippers have extensive local knowledge and will be glad to answer
questions about local restaurants, people and culture in general.
And remember - you do not have to be a skilled sailor, you simply
have to love the sea and the pleasures of sailing. Boat charter in
Canary Islands has never been easier and with the help of our
partners we will be able to suit any of your preferences,
regardless of whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned
pro. Our bases in the islands of Tenerife,
Lanzarote and Gran Canaria are
just waiting to fulfill all your sailing desires!
Tenerife
Known as the 'Island of Eternal
Spring', Tenerife is the largest and most popular
of the Canary archipelago. With its seventy kilometers of beaches,
it is every tourist's dream destination and every sailor's dream
come true. The island has a type of climate that makes it an ideal
spot for sailing, as it is possible to sail around
Tenerife all year round. Home to a non-dormant
volcano, the Island of Tenerife is beautiful
enough to become the focal point of your sailing vacation, or it
can be a part of a more extensive itinerary while you explore other
islands belonging to the Canary archipelago. By choosing our
charter agency you can choose one of three bases we have set up
there - Radazul, Santa Cruz de Tenerife or
Puerto San Miguel. All of them have well-developed
tourism infrastructure so that they suit both adventurous travelers
and those who need a degree of comfort.
Radazul is a
port located in El Rosario town, close to Santa
Cruz de Tenerife, the island's capital and another of our company's
bases. The port is located in an area where the northern winds
prevail so it provides marvelous shelter for vessels sailing across
the Canaries. Radazul is an urban area as well,
where you may rest and change scenery when you are tired of sailing
and spending time on your boat. All in all, if you decide to
include Radazul into your sailing itinerary of the
Canary Island adventure, you will have made a fine
choice.
Santa Cruz de
Tenerife, as we have mentioned earlier, is the island's
capital. It is also a beautiful port from which you may set sail in
case you choose to rent a boat from our agency. Wide avenues,
squares and exotic landscapes are located around the port so it is
definitely a spot worth checking out on your sailing vacation.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is also where one of the
most spectacular carnivals are held annually - the carnival time is
when the city attracts the largest number of tourists. Choosing
Santa Cruz de Tenerife as your starting point
while sailing Canary Islands also means proximity to incredible
beaches such as las Teresitas, the charming city of San Cristóbal
de La Laguna, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, or to the
symbol of Tenerife Island - the Teide National Park.
San Miguel, our
third sailing base, is a quiet Tenerife village
which lies between the South Tenerife airport and the towns of Los
Cristianos and Las Americas.
Marina San Miguel is very modern
and offers the finest of services. The climate here is also ideal
for sailing throughout the year. Marina San Miguel is located in
the municipality of San Miguel de Abona, on a nice location between
two golf courses, which will give you an opportunity to combine the
pleasures of sailing with golf.
Gran Canaria - the Miniature
Continent
Gran Canaria,
the third largest island in the Canary archipelago, is also known
as a Continent in Miniature, thanks to its diverse landscape,
wildlife and climate. Sunbathed almost all the time and revitalized
constantly by the trade winds, Gran Canaria is an
ideal sailing destination. Visiting Gran Canaria
will make your sailing experience the one you will never forget.
Apart from the island's natural beauty, its waters are every
sailor's dream come true. The capital city of this island is
Las Palmas de Grand Canaria, located in the north
of the island. This cosmopolitan city is also a very busy port. One
of the things this sailing destination is known for is that it was
the first stop that Christopher Columbus and his crew made on their
way back from the Americas. Sailing is extremely popular in Gran
Canaria, mostly because of its predominant winds and great
climate.
The south of the island is
particularly popular as the local resorts provide exciting
nightlife and entertainment as well as theme parks and eternal
sunshine. The points where sailing is mostly practiced are
Las Alcaravaneras bay, Las Canteras, Las Palmas de Grand
Canaria, and Pozo Izquierdo beach,
located on the east side of the island. Whether you decide on the
skippered charter or a bareboat charter, you will have the sailing
experience of your life here in the Gran Canaria
island. Sailing anywhere in Canary Islands provides you with a
unique opportunity to observe diverse marine life as well. Embark
on your boat, bring along little enthusiasm and curiosity and look
for dolphins - the most beautiful creatures of the sea. The south
of Gran Canaria is best known for its beaches,
which are thought to be the most beautiful on the island. Do not
hesitate and simply charter a boat and sail to Anadores, Mogan,
Puerto Rico and Anfi del Mar beaches in Gran Canaria.
Lanzarote - a sailor's
paradise
Start your Canary Islands
sailing vacation in Puerto Calero and its
luxurious marina, which is well sheltered from the
Lanzarote's strong winds. This marina is a great
place to wander and look at the fabulous boats and yachts that are
ready to set sail. Many transatlantic sailing expeditions make a
stop in Lanzarote's Puerto Calero. The waters
around the island provide you with perfect sailing conditions and
incredible sights - here you may see anything from dolphins,
whales, turtles to flying fish. Do not forget to check out
Timanfaya National Park which covers a quarter of
Lanzarote's surface.
Charter a boat or a yacht now
and embark on your unforgettable sailing adventure in the Canary
Islands. Tenerife, Gran Canaria
and Lanzarote are waiting just for you!