sailing from CAGLIARI - LA SPEZIA

VOYAGE DESCRIPTION

Step aboard the Santa Maria Manuela for a 4-night voyage from the southern coast of Sardinia to the picturesque Ligurian port of La Spezia. This passage offers a rich mix of coastal sailing and open-water navigation through the Tyrrhenian Sea, ideal for those eager to experience life at sea aboard a historic tall ship.

Departing from Cagliari, a city steeped in Mediterranean history and flanked by majestic hills and salt flats, we set a course northward along the rugged west coast of Sardinia. Weather and wind permitting, we may follow the coast before crossing the open sea past Corsica and into the sheltered waters of the Ligurian Gulf.

During the voyage, the crew will invite you to take part in the sailing experience. Hoist and trim the sails, take the helm, join knot-tying workshops, or even climb the mast. Whether you're eager to get hands-on or prefer to relax and observe, there's space aboard for both active learning and quiet reflection.

Our journey concludes in La Spezia, gateway to the famed Cinque Terre and known for its maritime heritage and pastel-hued coastline. The combination of hands-on seamanship and changing seascapes makes this voyage a perfect blend of adventure and tranquility.

VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS

• Sail from historic Cagliari to charming La Spezia
  Experience coastal and open-sea navigation through the Tyrrhenian Sea
• Join hands-on sailing activities aboard a historic tall ship
• Enjoy views of Corsica and the rugged Sardinian coastline
• Discover the maritime charm of La Spezia and nearby Cinque Terre

WEATHER CONDITIONS

Mid-March in this part of the Mediterranean is generally mild, with daytime temperatures ranging from 15 to 19°C. Conditions may include a mix of sunshine and cloud, with some chance of passing showers. Winds tend to be moderate, offering good sailing opportunities, though the open passage around Corsica may bring livelier seas. Nights are cool and layered clothing is recommended.

The Tall Ship Santa Maria Manuela is a four-mast sailing ship built in 1937. This sailingship has a rich history as a cod fishing vessel and sailed mainly in the northern Atlantic ocean. Today you can sail on a cruise in modern comfort. The ship has been thoroughly restored in 2010 thanks to its new owner, the Portuguese group Grupo Jerónimo Martins. With a capacity of up to 50 guests, the sailing ship offers wonderful sailing trips worldwide.