Offshore Sailing Adventure from Cornwall to Spain
- Vessel: Blue Clipper
- Where: Cornwall, Spain
- Duration: 10 days
- Embark: Falmouth, Cornwall - 24 August 2024, 14:00
- Disembark: La Coruna, Spain - 2 September 2024, 10:00
Sail with tall ship Blue Clipper for an ocean crossing experience from Falmouth, Cornwall to La Coruna, Spain.
Join Blue Clipper for a tall ship adventure sailing holiday from Falmouth to La Coruna. The perfect ocean mile builder for those wanting to experience life on the open water!
Sail across the Bay of Biscay and immerse yourself into life on board a traditionally rigged tall ship as you spend longer passages and perhaps some overnight sailing. There will be a few harbour stops throughout the trip but the exact stops won’t be known until the skipper has a better idea of what the weather will bring for the week.
- Fully crewed tall ship
- Open water sailing
- Longer passages at sea
- Great for adventurers
- En-suite cabins
- Traditional tall ship sailing experience
- Sail area & highlights
- Gallery
- Life on board
- Sample menu
- Travel planning
- The boat
- FAQs
- What's included
- Boat schedule
Your Sailing Area
Bay of Biscay
Immerse yourself into traditional tall ship sailing for this sea-going mile building expedition from Falmouth to La Coruna. Alongside the crew, get to grips with all the skills necessary to sail a three masted tall ship Schooner. By the end of the voyage, you should be able to steer the ship, handle sails, keep a lookout, and assist in the day to day duties on board.
During this trip, you will develop a love of sailing, and the best way to make a start on any boat is to feel you are a vital and competent part of the crew. We will teach you the seamanship skills of steering, setting sails, reefing, and tying knots with conviction! The skills you learn will be relevant for modern yachts, but you should also feel at home on traditional boats and tall ships with blocks and tackles.
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Exactly where you stop over will be dictated by the winds and tides but could see you stop on the French coast at the historic port town of Brest and possibly the Spanish port of Santander.
There is a whole new language to learn and by the end of the week you won’t be fazed by terms like sheet, fender, windlass or ‘bear away’ and all the things that make going onboard a yacht a bit bewildering and intimidating. This adventure will require some full days at sea and maybe some overnight sailing if the weather dictates.
All voyages for Blue Clipper
Blue Clipper
Guest berths: 12 Rig: Gaff Schooner
Built-in Sweden in 1991, tall ship Blue Clipper is an impressive three-masted gaff rig schooner. With a clipper bow, original teak deck and elegant stern, she mixes a traditional tall ship feel with a relatively modern build giving guests an authentic experience with all the mod cons.
She has spent many years sailing all over the world from the Caribbean to the Arctic and is a frequent participant in the European Tall Ship regattas. Originally owned by the Brandy company Hennessy and named ‘Spirit of Hennessey, she appeared in many TV programmes and commercials before being privately bought in the late 90’s.
On deck, she boasts ample space for her guests to become fully immersed in hands-on sailing; heaving the ropes, hoisting the sails, learning ropes skills and even taking the helm. She has 3 kayaks and 3 paddle-boards for guest use while on anchor so you can explore even further inshore.
A spacious saloon, wheelhouse and galley also sit at deck level while below decks has been well-considered with six ensuite cabins a family cabin that sleeps six. All cabins have a porthole for natural light and heating/air conditioning.
Read more about Life on Board Blue Clipper here.
In 2016 she started her new life with her current owner and now spends her summers sailing Scotland and the Hebrides and her autumn months heading south to Spain and Portugal.
Deck plan

Life on board Blue Clipper
Sailing with tall ship Blue Clipper is certainly an enjoyable, hands-on experience and guests are encouraged to get involved with all aspects of sailing this magnificent tall ship. Spending her summers exploring Scotland and the Hebrides and her winters sailing in the Caribbean, Blue Clipper is a luxury tall ship experience. Perfect for couples or solo travellers looking for that added touch of luxury with private en-suite cabins and top-notch food.
Getting involved
From hoisting the sails to taking the helm, the friendly and knowledgable crew are always on hand to show you the ropes. Part of the beauty of sailing with such a magnificent vessel is the opportunity to get involved in a safe and supported environment! The permanent crew are all professionally trained so as much as guest involvement is encouraged, if you just want to sit back and take in the view or are concerned about your physical ability to hoist ropes – there are plenty of other boat jobs such as coiling ropes, preparing lines and keeping watch!
Eating on board
Blue Clipper has a dedicated chef on board too so you don’t have to worry about cooking after a days sailing in the salty sea air. Think locally sourced produce, fresh fish and home-made bread with hearty home-cooked meals and plenty of tea, coffee and cake!
Sleeping and relaxation
Below decks, Blue Clipper has a large comfy saloon perfect for sharing sea-faring tales, hearty home-cooked meals or even a game of cards! Rest up after a day of adventure in your spacious private en-suite cabin. With twin bunks, sailing with Blue Clipper is certainly one of comfort and is the perfect choice for couples or solo travellers.
Blue Clipper has two kayaks and paddleboards on board which guests are welcome to use to explore the nooks and crannies of the coast! There is no extra charge for this and buoyancy vests are also provided.
Read more about what to expect from a typical day and life onboard Blue Clipper.
As with all Blue Clipper’s sailing holidays, your ticket price includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, hot/soft drinks. There are six ensuite twin cabins with all bedding and towels provided per guest.
What’s IncludedÂ
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Soft/hot drinks)
- All bedding (pillow, sheets & duvet) and wash towel
- Full crew plus tuition
- Marina and fuel fees
- All tender trips to and fro the boat
- Lifejacket
- Use of boats kayaks and stand-up paddle-boards
What’s not included
- Alcohol
- Waterproof coat or trousers
- All flights
- Transit hotels
- Travel to and from the boat on the day of joining/leaving
- Travel insurance
- Sailing Insurance (Please read our Sailing Insurance page for more information)
- Crew tips
- Personal expenses
Travel insurance notes
As this is an active adventure holiday, we advise that everyone has the appropriate personal accident travel insurance whilst onboard in addition to standard travel insurance which would cover you in the time between making your booking and departing for your adventure. These policies can sometimes be combined so please check with your travel insurance provider.
Please read more information on our Insurance guidelines page.
This voyage will be more than 12miles offshore.
FAQ
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Are all meals included?
Yes, all meals on board are included in the price. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and hot drinks)
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Can you cater for dietary needs?
Yes, please let us know when making your booking.
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Do I need to tip the crew?
Tips are not mandatory but are welcomed by the crew!
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What language is spoken onboard?
English
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What are the sleeping arrangements?
6x Twin Ensuite, 1x six-berth family cabin
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How many toilet/showers does she have?
9 in total. All Cabins are Ensuite aside from the six-berth that shares a bathroom.
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Is there an age limit?
Over 12's ideally but please check in the over for ages between 12-18 years.
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Is there WIFI?
No, but you should easily be able to reach 3G/4G from the shore.
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Can I charge my phone/Camera?
Yes - please bring EU adaptors.
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Are there life jackets provided?
Yes.
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Are Waterproofs provided?
No
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Do I need sailing experience?
No, absolutely not! Just a lust for adventure and a want to get actively involved.
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Will I be sea sick?
Everyone reacts differently but we recommend if you are at all worried to take some medication 24 hours before departure.
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From: Falmouth, Cornwall
To: La Coruna, Spain
To see where the ports are, along with your likely sailing area, please view the sail area & highlights.
GETTING THERE
Falmouth
BY RAIL
There are direct trains with Great Western Railway to Truro from starting routes of Plymouth, Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central and London Paddington. Once at Truro station you will need to change onto the Maritime line to Falmouth Town Station.
BY AIR
The quickest way into the county during the spring/summer months, Newquay Airport requires taking either a taxi to Truro Train Station for the onward rail travel, or a taxi direct to Falmouth.
STAY IN FALMOUTH
There are plenty of places to stay in Falmouth. Try The Chain Locker, Cutty Sark Inn or Seaview Inn.
GETTING HOME
La Coruna
BY AIR
Flights go direct to Santiago de Compostela Airport from London Gatwick. Taking the 50 minute taxi ride to La Coruna (approximately £100-£130) once there is more convenient than public transport.
Indirect flights go to A Coruna Airport from London Gatwick. Once there take the A4 bus (35 minutes) that runs almost every half hour and costs about £2,;or a 20 minute taxi ride will cost about £25.Â
STAY IN LA CORUNA
There are plenty of places to stay in La Coruna. Try The Hotel Brisa, Hotel Lois or Hotel Avienda.