Enjoy an offshore adventure sailing holiday from Gibraltar to Tenerife with luxury yacht Kairos.
Join luxury yacht Kairos for an offshore sailing experience from Gibraltar to Tenerife. Immerse yourself into life on the open water as you spend longer hours under sail to cover approximately 1000 nautical miles.
This voyage is perfect for those looking to spend more time on the open water and truly appreciate the elegant sailing lines of this beautiful classic yacht.
- Luxury ensuite cabins
- Longer passages at sea
- Professional crew
- Mile builder
- Full Board
- Adventurous souls
- No experience needed!
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YOUR SAILING AREA
Gibraltar to Tenerife
This offshore sailing holiday adventure is great for those wanting to gain sea miles and more exposure with longer passages at sea. The soft, steady up-and-down of the ship’s hull in the waves, the expanse of the sea, and the permanent gentle creaking of the rigging are the perfect ingredients for a relaxing and, at the same time, adventurous holiday experience.
After receiving safety instructions and an introduction to sailing from the ship’s crew, you will soon be able to participate in sailing yourself. Hands-on assistance on deck is always voluntary, so if you want, you can just relax and enjoy watching the sailing manoeuvres and the traditional seamanship in action every day.
Things to note
Sailing vs Shoretime
Nightwatches?
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 12 miles offshore.
*Please note passengers sailing on Chronos, Rhea or Kariós do not require personal accident cover, only health insurance.
Life on board
Our sailing holidays on board Kairós are ones of luxury, style and comfort while exploring sunshine destinations and unforgettable locations.
A purpose-built charter vessel, Kairós was designed with the elegant sailing lines of a traditional classic boat but has been paired with all the comforts and luxuries of a modern yacht. Along with her sister yachts, Rhea and Chronos, Kairós spends her year sailing the Mediterranean from Corfu to Croatia and Italy.
Authentic Sailing Fun
Sailing with Kairós is certainly one of comfort and relaxation. Think of a boutique, intimate, classic sailing experience where nothing is too much trouble. Her dedicated and professional crew is highly trained and well-versed in smooth sailing operations.
She has an impressive sail area, and her rig is electronically operated with retractable sails, so there is no need to “learn the ropes” here! Her crew are always on hand and happy to discuss the sailing operations with guests.
Although there is less focus on the “hands-on” sailing of Kairós, the Captain and crew offer interesting sailing talks and information briefs for guests during the voyage. Learn about the boat’s history and sailing terms, and even take a tour of the engine room if you fancy! Understanding these elegant classic vessels and feeling their power with the wind is truly an unforgettable experience.
Sleeping and Relaxation
Every space on Kairós is considered with the guests at the forefront of all design. From the spacious saloon and private ensuite cabins clad in tropical wood to the sweeping open decks with plenty of sun lounging spaces – the boat certainly offers a luxury experience.
The generously proportioned cabins all have plenty of luggage storage, full-size domestic showers and air conditioning units. Kairós has six double cabins and one smaller double ensuite (great for younger couples or solo travellers). All bedding, wash and swim towels are included in the ticket price, which can be changed as often as needed by the crew. Kairós cabins are named after the owners’ love of classic boats of course; each cabin is given a different classic boat name (Eleanora is his favourite!). This matches the allocated swim towel set for guests, so if you leave it drying on deck, a member of the crew will deliver it back to your cabin when dry.
Daily cabin service is also part of the offering. A crew member will make your bed and freshen up your bathroom every day, and if you want a towel change or a full cabin clean, just leave the relevant sign on the cabin door!
Eating and Entertainment
Although the day is punctuated by meal times, you certainly don’t feel like you’re running on a schedule. The relaxed nature of both the boat and the crew gives a perfect balance.
Depending on the voyage location, the daily routine can change and is flexible, depending on the wishes of the group. Perhaps sit back and relax as the crew sets sails to another remote anchorage to enjoy a freshly cooked lunch and the onboard water toys! Or spend the morning swimming in a secluded bay or exploring an ancient port city before setting sails to a new location.
Start the day with a continental buffet-style breakfast, then a light 2-course lunch at noon, coffee, tea, and cake in the afternoon, before finishing the day with a freshly cooked dinner. For every voyage on Kairós, guests enjoy a meal ashore at their own expense to really immerse themselves in the local culture and cuisine. Guests tend to go off in their own groups, but sometimes, the crew can join in if guests are unsure of the best spots!
Depending on the group’s mood, the crew can arrange some light-hearted entertainment, too—from local musicians over dinner to a friendly onboard music quiz (which is always amusing with international guests!) or even a wine-tasting session (at an extra cost).
Sample menu
Please note that this is an example of what you may be served.
LUNCH
Starter
- Quiche Lorraine
- Bresaola carpaccio
Main Course
- Fettuccine Alfredo, parmesan cheese & Italian herbs
- Chicken Caesar salad, parmesan cheese, avocado & croutons
Dessert
- Fruit salad, lime juice, vanilla & cinnamon
- Yoghurt ice cream – coconut, mango
DINNER
Starter
- Mozzarella, tomatoes & fresh basil
- Soup – Coconut, zucchini & ginger
Main Course
- Swordfish Provençale, oregano & dry Vermouth
- Beef Burgundy, mushrooms, carrots & herbs
Dessert
- Crème brûlée
- Chocolate mousse tart with wild berries
What’s included
- Full Board* (breakfast, lunch, dinner and filter coffee and tea)
- All bedding (pillow, sheets & duvet), wash and swim towels per person
- Full crew plus tuition
- Marina and fuel fees
- All tender trips to and fro the boat
- Lifejacket
- Adult snorkelling equipment
- Stand-up paddle-boards
What’s not included
- Alcohol and soft drinks
- Waterproofs
- *One meal per week is eaten ashore at the customer’s own expense
- Any 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
Kit List
We recommend a travelling light principal with lots of lightweight, easy-drying layers. Below is a list of recommended items; these are not mandatory, and those who have sailed before may have their preferences! We recommend you bring a foldable bag or suitcase since hard cases are difficult to store in the cabins.
- Flight tickets
- Identification cards: Personal ID card and/or passport, driver’s license recommended
- Money: Cash, credit card
- Personal medication
- Sun protection gel, after-sun/sunburn lotion, sunhat or equivalent
- Glasses, sunglasses
- Your favourite book!
CLOTHING
- Swimwear
- T-shirts, polo shirts, blouses and dress-shirts (also long-sleeved)
- Long trousers for the journey and excursions to the shore, one or two long trousers for the dinners and the visit to the restaurant, shorts
- Trousers and shorts are also recommended for ladies due to the rather steep stairs and the transfer to land by boat
- A light pullover or a fleece for the evenings.
- Wind-/rain jacket and cap
- Sailing waterproofs – this is only recommended for crossings and the Azores in spring /autumn.
- We kindly ask you to only wear anti-skid sport/boat shoes on board.
- Bring a pair of flip-flops or sandals for visits to the beach
- For trips to the shore, we recommend you wear sturdy shoes
- Sailing boots are only advisable for the crossings and Azores in spring/autumn.
(Bed linens, bath and beach towels, live jackets, diving goggles, and fins are on board.)
From: Gibraltar
To: Santa Cruz
Getting There
Gibraltar
BY AIR:
Fly directly into Gibraltar International Airport. It’s then a 20-minute walk or 10-minute taxi ride to the marina.
Getting Home
Tenerife
BY AIR:
Flights go direct from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to London Stansted (STN), London Gatwick (LGW), London Luton (LTN), Bristol (BRS), Manchester (MAN), Edinburgh (EDI), Belfast International (BFS), Birmingham (BHX), Glasgow International (GLA), Leeds Bradford (LBA), Liverpool (LPL), Newcastle (NCL) and East Midlands (Nottingham – EMA) with Ryanair, Jet2, TUI, easyJet and British Airways.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is 1 hour bus ride from Santa Cruz on no. 711 operated by Titsa.
You can also fly from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Manchester, London Stansted and London Gatwick. Fights are not direct, but it is just a 20 minute taxi ride to Santa Cruz.
Kairós
Guest berths: 14 Rig: Bermuda Schooner
This beautiful schooner is the creation of Andreas Steidle-Sailer, a passionate sailor and visionary with a love of classic yachts. He realised that sailing on board beautiful classic yachts was often accessible only to the super-rich and wanted to create an opportunity for anyone to sail in luxury on a modern yacht with classic lines. He teamed up with Klaus Röder in 2007, who based his design on a classic yacht whilst staying true to modern-day schooners, built for performance sailing and guest comfort.
Kairós offers cabin charter berths for up to 14 guests. She has six private en-suite double cabins (all named after iconic classic yachts) with full walk-in shower cubicles, and one small double cabin with a wet-room ensuite. All her cabins have complete air conditioning, teak interior finishes, and full-size double beds. There’s a bar and navigation station in the midships, and below decks, she has a large saloon area with comfortable leather seating and dining.
Built with ultimate comfort in mind, the deck’s outline is teak and mahogany, with plenty of space to sunbathe, read a book and enjoy the views. All the sails are electronically retractable, so there is no need to “learn the ropes” here! An admiralty ladder provides the perfect place to jump off into the warm Mediterranean waters, swim, and climb back aboard easily. Kairós also offers her guests the option to use her paddle boards, snorkelling and water sports equipment!
Deck plan
More about Kairós
Are all meals included?
Yes, all meals* on board are included in the price (breakfast, lunch, dinner and filter coffee and tea) *One meal per week is eaten ashore at the customers own expense.
Can you cater for dietary needs?
Meat eaters and vegetarians only please.
Are there any added extras?
One meal is eaten ashore at the guests expense. Alcohol and soft drinks are not included but can be added to your account on board. Water-sports are not included.
What are the sleeping arrangements?
Kairós has 6 Deluxe Double Cabins Ensuite (10m2) and 1 Standard Double Cabin Ensuite (8m2) (suited to younger sailors and solo travellers).
Is there a porthole in my cabin?
Yes, all cabins have portholes.
How many toilet/showers does she have?
All cabins have their own ensuite.
Are bedding and towels included?
All bedding, a hand towel, bath towel, swim towel is included per person.
Is there a hairdryer on board?
Yes, there is a hair dryer in each cabin.
Will I be able to wash my clothes?
No, Kairós does not have laundry on board.
Is there heating/air conditioning onboard?
Yes each cabin has its own easy to use system.
Do I need to tip the crew?
Tips are not mandatory but are welcomed by the crew! There will be an honesty box available at the end of your voyage (as a general guide, a 5-10% tip based on your ticket price)
What language is spoken onboard?
English is the common deck language but there will be international guests and crew.
Is there WIFI on board?
When within shore range, you should be able to reach 4/5G. Please make sure you have international roaming set up on your data plan.
Can I charge my phone/Camera?
Yes, there are 2pin EU sockets throughout the boat so please bring an adaptor if needed.
What is the currency on board?
Euro's
Are there life jackets provided?
Yes. Life jackets are provided. Children 5 and under are required to wear one at all times on deck.
How do I get on and off the boat?
Kairós is often at anchor so you'll need to be comfortable climbing in and out of the tender dinghy. There is an admiralty ladder and there will always be a crew member to steady.
Are Waterproofs provided?
No.
Do I need sailing experience?
No, absolutely not!
Does the boat have any water toys?
Yes, Kairós has water skis, wakeboard, tube-riding, snorkelling. For activities that require pulling with a dinghy we charge €1 per minute of use.
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.
Is there an age limit?
Yes. Minimum age of 5, and as long as the child can swim.
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