Passage Portimão – Gibraltar – Mallorca

Seven nights sailing from Portimão in the Algarve via the Strait of Gibraltar to Mallorca: real blue-water sailing along Portugal and Spain, aboard the Kairós.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Portimão (Algarve) – Strait of Gibraltar – western Mediterranean – Mallorca (Port de Sóller)
Departure: Portimão, Algarve (Portugal)
Arrival: Port de Sóller, Mallorca
Airport: Faro at departure, Palma at arrival
Duration: 7 nights
Ship: Kairós, 38-metre staysail schooner (2007)

Departure and prices per person

Sat 5 Jun 2027 – Sat 12 Jun 2027: B cabin € 2,200, A cabin € 2,200

Lowest price from € 2,200 per person in a B cabin shared by two.

FROM THE OCEAN TO THE BALEARICS

This passage takes the Kairós from the Atlantic to her summer cruising area in the Mediterranean. You sail along the coasts of Portugal and Spain, past imposing rock formations and the famous Rock of Gibraltar.

After the Strait of Gibraltar the voyage continues into the western Mediterranean, with wide horizons and often perfect sailing conditions. On Mallorca, Mediterranean flair and the historic old town of Palma await.

THE ROUTE

Portimão

Boarding in the Algarve and east along the Portuguese coast.

The Strait of Gibraltar

The passage between Europe and Africa, with the Rock to port.

To Mallorca

Across the western Mediterranean to Port de Sóller.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Kairós is a 38-metre steel staysail schooner, built in 2007 in the style of a classic yacht and designed by Klaus Röder. She carries 556 m² of sail and sails as a passenger ship under the Maltese flag. A permanent crew of six (captain, mate-engineer, bosun, cook and two stewardesses) looks after the ship and after you. With eight cabins and at most twelve guests it feels like sailing on a large private yacht. Six A cabins of 10 to 11 m² have a fixed double bed and a private bathroom with shower cubicle; the two B cabins of 8 to 9 m² have a small double bed or bunk beds and a private bathroom with classic yacht shower. Every cabin has adjustable air conditioning, a wardrobe, towels and a hair dryer. On deck there is plenty of room to sit and sunbathe, below deck a cosy saloon with bar. On this passage sailing comes first. The ship also sails at night and no landings or swimming stops are planned. You can help set and trim the sails and join a watch, but nothing is compulsory: if you would rather read or watch the sea, you are just as welcome.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For those who want to log real sea miles on a large and safe yacht, with a professional crew and the comfort of a private cabin with bathroom. No sailing experience is needed, though sea legs help.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Included: crew and service, accommodation in the booked cabin category, the voyage, full board on board (one dinner a week ashore at your own expense), water, tea and filter coffee.
• Not included: travel to and from the ship, transfers, soft drinks, alcohol and espresso, water sports, shore excursions and tips.
• Using a cabin on your own costs a surcharge of 50 or 80%. Solo travellers sharing a cabin pay no surcharge; ask us about the options.
• Travel to the port of departure and home is not included; ideally arrive a day before departure.
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I have to help on deck?

No. You may help with the sails and watches, but the permanent crew sails the ship.

Are there stops on the way?

No landings are planned on a passage; the aim is to move the ship to another cruising area.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.