Enjoy sailing aboard a Nautitech 47. The most spacious and comfortable sailing catamaran available in the Azores.
This is a round-trip, and we’re going with the flow, letting the weather trace our route. We’re not pushing the schedule, but we’re ready to explore the Azores!
Be open to combining sailing adventure with a slower pace of life, and you will be amazed by the nature and the reality of life on the westernmost islands of Europe.
Enjoy healthy food and beverages served by a professional crew of 2 members who are waiting to serve you on board.
Embrace our motto: “Go where the wind will take you.”
Itinerary
Day 1 — Meeting, Briefing & First Sail
At 11:00 AM meet the crew at the “Bar da Marina” in Vila Franca do Campo. Board the catamaran, receive a full safety and life-aboard briefing. After settling in, enjoy lunch and plan the route together. Afternoon sailing along São Miguel’s south coast.
Days 2–9 — Follow the Wind Through the Azores
Follow the wind and sail between the islands of the archipelago. Sail by day and night, hike a volcano, explore lava caves, anchor in pristine bays, snorkel with marine life, and wake up in a new location every morning. The route adapts daily to weather and group wishes — freedom is the itinerary.
Day 9 — Sailing Back to São Miguel
A sailing day: return passage to São Miguel. Often a long sail if we are in the central group.
Day 10 — Last Day Sailing & Disembarkation
A slow final morning aboard. Write in the boat’s honor book, exchange photos and contacts. Have lunch, and after a final sailing afternoon, disembark at 5 PM at Vila Franca do Campo Marina.
Check Availability & Book
- Rental of sailing catamaran EXPLORA (47ft)
- 2 professional crew: Captain & Mate/Cook
- 9-night stay aboard
- Half-board: breakfast & lunch served onboard
- 2 dinners included (while sailing or at anchor)
- Potable drinking still water
- Stand-up paddle boards, swimming & snorkeling gear
- Bed linen, bathing towel, toilet & hot freshwater shower
- VAT, port authority, marina and logistic fees
- Diesel, water, cooking gas and dinghy with engine
- 7 dinners are not included, unless you book it as an extra.
- Soft drinks & alcoholic beverages (bar service available onboard)
- Expenses when going to and away from the trip, such as transfers, flights, visas and airport fees, hotels, etc
- Personal travel and booking insurance (highly recommended)
- Optional activities and any expenses related to rental vehicles or food & beverages consumed ashore
- Crew expenses when guiding or joining along with land tours or restaurants with guests
- Personal laundry
What's Included
- Rental of sailing catamaran EXPLORA (47ft)
- 2 professional crew: Captain & Mate/Cook
- 9-night stay aboard
- Half-board: breakfast & lunch served onboard
- 2 dinners included (while sailing or at anchor)
- Potable drinking still water
- Stand-up paddle boards, swimming & snorkeling gear
- Bed linen, bathing towel, toilet & hot freshwater shower
- VAT, port authority, marina and logistic fees
- Diesel, water, cooking gas and dinghy with engine
Not Included
- 7 dinners are not included, unless you book it as an extra.
- Soft drinks & alcoholic beverages (bar service available onboard)
- Expenses when going to and away from the trip, such as transfers, flights, visas and airport fees, hotels, etc
- Personal travel and booking insurance (highly recommended)
- Optional activities and any expenses related to rental vehicles or food & beverages consumed ashore
- Crew expenses when guiding or joining along with land tours or restaurants with guests
- Personal laundry
How many Azores islands can you visit on a 10-day sailing trip?
A 10-day sailing trip typically visits 4 to 5 islands of the Azores archipelago, depending on wind and weather. Common stops include São Miguel, Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Faial and Pico. The route is planned flexibly with the crew, maximising sailing time and island exploration.
Is the 10-day Azores sailing trip good for families?
Yes. The privately chartered catamaran EXPLORA is ideal for families. There a few long legs sailing and this has to be taken as an adventure. The large deck space, stable platform and professional crew make it comfortable for all ages. Children must be able to swim. The crew adapts pace and stops to suit the group.
What is the best time of year for a sailing trip in the Azores?
June to September offers the most stable sailing conditions in the Azores, with calmer seas and lower chance of storms. July and August are peak season with warmest water temperatures. June and September offer quieter anchorages and mild conditions — often preferred by experienced sailors.
Can start or finish the trip in another island than São Miguel?
Yes. You may choose to start or finish your sailing trip on another island of the Azores archipelago.
As SailZen is based in Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel, a boat relocation fee applies when the trip starts or ends in another port. This fee is calculated at €10 per nautical mile, according to the required repositioning distance and includes, crew, diesel and any other costs.
Possible start or finish locations may include, for example, Horta in Faial , Madalena do Pico , Angra do Heroísmo in Terceira, etc...