Find out more about Elite Sailing Adventure Sailing trips

We have over 30 years of delivering exceptional Adventure Sailing trips.
These sailing cruises around the British Isles and northwest Europe combine the excitement of sailing with the delights of travel in a formula that is unsurpassed in quality and value. The Adventure Sailing trips take place on Tonic our 46’ Bavaria.

SOLO, GROUPS OR COUPLES ARE WELCOMED
As an individual, couple or group you will join the crew (max. of six persons) and be sure of a great time in good company and with an experienced professional skipper who will make sure everything goes well.

If you are joining solo and prefer to have a cabin to yourself, sole occupancy is also available to book at an additional cost.

IS ADVENTURE SAILING RIGHT FOR ME?
All our adventure cruises are suitable for novices or “old salts” alike. The nature of UK weather can be unpredictable so some sea legs may be required.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
Everything is included other than any meals you choose to have ashore and alcohol.

WHAT DO I NEED TO PACK?
Packing list recommendations

CAN I GAIN MY RYA QUALIFICATIONS ON AN ADVENTURE SAILING TRIP?
We can’t provide any qualifications during our Adventure Sailing trips, but you will gain valuable sea miles and build your sailing confidence and knowledge.

DO I NEED TO HAVE ANY SAILING QUALIFICATIONS TO JOIN AN ADVENTURE SAILING TRIP?
No, all levels of experience are welcomed on board. You do need to have a willingness to get involved, be an active crew member and want to learn how to sail and improve your knowledge. We don’t consider Adventure Sailing to be a holiday. It’s an active sailing adventure for those who want new experiences, to sail with likeminded people, learn and explore unusual places.

ADVENTURE SAILING ALLOWS YOU TO ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL COASTLINE 
Every region has its special character and beauty and each cruise has been designed to provide plenty of fun and interest. Each trip involves between 150 and 400 miles of sailing with visits to a variety of different ports and anchorages, chosen for their beauty, cultural or entertainment interests.

ADVENTURE SAILING IS A COMPLETE ESCAPE
Most nights are spent in harbour with civilised meals aboard and opportunities to spend time ashore. But of course, wind and tide are the masters, so you are likely to experience the magic of sailing at night, steering on a star as the boat heels to the wind and streams a glittering phosphorescent wake. Office hours are a distant memory as you watch dawn at sea or sunset in a remote anchorage.

WILD SEAS AND WILDLIFE
Our sailing trips bring you close to nature, and wildlife. Every year crews see whales and basking sharks, and experience the thrill of sailing amidst dolphins as they race the yacht. Seals often share our anchorages. Sea birds are a constant feature and depending on the area you will see gannets, terns, puffins, guillemots, razorbills, cormorants, shags, kittiwakes and skuas.

ADVENTURE SAILING TRIPS ARE ABOUT BEING PART OF THE CREW
All our cruises are suitable for novices or “old salts” alike. Of course, we can’t guarantee the weather and it’s important to remember that these are adventurous sailing trips that could involve some discomfort if the sea is rough. But there is great satisfaction in meeting these challenges and our skippers make sure that safety is our top priority.

EVERYONE IS A VALUED CREW MEMBER
You will be kept busy. There are lots of elements to sailing and you will be part of the active crew and required to get involved. Unlike many sailing companies, we believe you can live comfortably aboard a yacht and eat good food. At the start of each cruise, we re-provision with lots of good quality fresh food. Crews participate in cooking really good meals from basic ingredients. We always have some people aboard who enjoy cooking, while others may be content to assist. Meals in harbour are an occasion and if you like wine or beer you can bring your own or contribute to a ‘kitty’.

Start and finish points have been chosen for easy access to transport links – including cheap flights.More details are available on request.

Check the website for availability information or call 01634 890 512.

Office Hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.