YOUR SAILING AREA
Portugal to Tenerife
This ocean-going voyage offers you the opportunity to experience the real sailor’s life as you become part of the crew and participate in the ship’s watch system. Take the helm, become a member of the deck crew, and settle into the watch system as life at sea washes over you and you sail over 700 miles. You will learn every aspect of sailing a classic tall ship on this ocean sailing voyage.
Before we set course to the Canary Islands, we will make a stop at Porto Santo, Madeira. While underway, there will be plenty to see. We may encounter seabirds in the air around us and in the clear, dark blue ocean waters, as well as dolphins, whales, or a school of flying fish. These may be chased by Dorados (Mahi Mahi), and with a little luck, we will catch this green and yellow hunter for dinner.
Tenerife boasts the highest mountain in Spain, the volcanic Teide. In clear weather, we can spot the island from afar. We are scheduled to arrive in the port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife no later than November 24, 2024. Guests who will not be continuing with us to Cape Verde will bid farewell the next day after breakfast.
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Getting involved
The professional and experienced crew will teach you everything you need to know as you will sail with and become part of the crew, hoisting sails, taking the helm and getting involved with all aspects of sailing a tall ship. Morgenster will sail continuously with a watch system aboard. Everyone is invited to join the watch system aboard, but this is not mandatory – the ship is fully crewed. You’ll never be without a crew member and the watch system will be worked out once everyone has boarded to gauge guest abilities.
From plotting our route on the chart to cooking together, some celestial navigation skills, hoisting and trimming sails, and rope work and repairs, there is always something for everyone to do while on watch. The rest of the time is free to enjoy the inky black of the night sky, reading a book or three or playing cards together; the ocean allows guests to switch off from the demands of the modern world and fill their souls with vitamin-Sea.
Sailing by the stars
Far from land, miles into the open ocean, you’ll see the night sky as you have never seen it before. The stars light the sky as we sail away from any man-made light pollution, creating a truly spectacular sight.
Weather
Part of the beauty of an ocean-going adventure is experiencing all the elements. From wind, rain and sun, we will certainly see them all. Whatever comes our way, the crew will use weather radar technology to plan our route as best they can to ensure we cover the most miles as safely as possible. Expect strong winds and big waves, perfect sailing to glassy seas with not a breath of wind and everything in-between.
The crew says, “This voyage is only suitable for the experienced and fit (sea) traveller. The weather could be challenging, and during a crossing, there are few, if not any, options to divert to a harbour. We sail out of reach of helicopters and medical care from shore is usually not available. This requires more of your physical ability than a daily walk. Some voyages are more challenging than others. If you are unsure whether a voyage is suitable for you, please contact us”.
