Price
£770
Nights
Five
Age range
16-25
Start port
Ipswich
End port
Portsmouth
Passport
Yes
DofE
Yes
RYA
Start Yachting
Voyage code
CF800
Bursary
Available
Voyage highlights
Join us for an exciting six-day voyage as we sail from Ipswich to the vibrant waterfront city of Portsmouth, navigating the English Channel aboard our 72ft Challenger yacht.
A voyage of Exploration is starting phase of our innovative three-voyage journey, and it is designed for young adventurers eager to dive into sailing, whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience!
This is your chance to enhance your communication skills, grow your self-esteem, and immerse yourself in a sea of excitement and camaraderie. On this voyage, you get to explore the ocean, learn essential sailing skills, and build your confidence with a crew of passionate peers.
Plus, you can complete the DofE Gold residential and earn your RYA Start Yachting certificate— the first step on your sailing qualifications journey!
After departing Ipswich, potential stops along the way include Dover and Ramsgate on the southeast coast.
As you begin your journey west, along the south coast, there may be the opportunity to cross the Channel. You would need to present a valid passport for this. If you don’t have a passport, please get in touch before booking.
Before arriving in Portsmouth, you’ll sail into the Solent with potential for port stops or anchoring.
Positive Relationships. Newfound confidence. Lasting memories.
Throughout the week, you’ll experience steering a yacht, sail handling, ropework—all while learning essential safety practices onboard.
On board, the crew will be split into two watches— traditionally, known as Port and Starboard. In your watches, you’ll take turns to be involved in all aspects of sailing the Challenger from deck duties and maintenance to cooking and cleaning, fostering a sense of responsibility and teamwork.
At the end of the voyage, each crew member will receive a personal assessment covering their leadership, teamwork and communication skills— a great addition to your CV.
You’ll hopefully get the chance to complete the RYA Start Yachting course while you’re on board.
The RYA Start Yachting syllabus includes:
- Sea terms and parts of a boat, rigging and sails
- Sail handling
- Ropework
- Personal safety equipment
- Man overboard recovery
- Clothing and emergency equipment
- Rules of the ‘road’ (at sea)
The cost of your RYA Start Yachting certificate is included in the price.
RYA logbooks are available for purchase on board at a cost of £6 (Skippers are only able to take cash for this).
All voyages of four nights or more qualify for the residential section of the DofE Gold award.
Please let our Reservations Team know before sailing if you want to use the voyage for this
