In summary
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Sports
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Duration5 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationBrittany / Morbihan
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions56 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages🇫🇷French
In a few words
Embark on a five-day adventure aboard an X-412 sailboat , a model combining performance and comfort , ideal for honing your coastal and semi-offshore sailing skills. This immersive experience will equip you with the tools to manage multi-day and multi-night voyages independently. The program includes: getting to grips with the sailboat , crew safety , route planning based on weather conditions, maneuvers in various conditions , anchoring in secluded locations , and managing life on board . You will learn to anticipate and react to the elements while sharing a unique experience at sea. Beyond the technical aspects, this voyage is also an immersion in the marine world , an invitation to reconnect with nature and better understand the fragility of this environment . A formative and enriching adventure to develop true seamanship and gain confidence in your future sailing adventures.
The highlights
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Sailing on an X-412 sailboat combining performance and comfort
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Learning coastal and semi-offshore navigation independently
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Anchoring in protected areas and managing life on board
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision or program is tailored to each person's level.
In figures
Sailing
- Average duration/day: 5h30
Management
During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band :
1 supervisor for 4 to 6 people
Languages spoken:
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French
Supervisor
Supervisor
During this stay, you will be accompanied by an experienced and patient captain .
Program
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Boarding and first sail
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Meet at 9:00 AM at the port to get acquainted with the crew and explore the boat. After a tour of everyone's quarters, a breakfast briefing will present the day's program and outline the likely itinerary. Then it's time to familiarize yourself with the boat : safety instructions, equipment operation, and assignments on board.
Late morning departure for a first sail , an opportunity to familiarize oneself with the maneuvers and sensations at sea. Lunch on board , then continued sailing before returning to port in the late afternoon to settle in.
The evening is structured around free time for showering , followed by preparing dinner as a team. Finally, a gathering provides an opportunity to chat and share experiences from this first day at sea.
Day 1 -
Navigation and stopovers
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 6h per day
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
These three days are structured around island hopping , with the itinerary adapted each morning according to the weather, tides, and the group's objectives . On board, you'll refine your maneuvers , navigation rules , and chart reading skills, while gaining greater independence.
Each day ends with the arrival in a new port or anchorage. After mooring, it's time to explore the stopover : a stroll ashore, local atmosphere, and moments of sharing to soak up the atmosphere of the place.
Days 2 to 4 -
Back to Locmiquélic and the end of the adventure
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The final leg of the voyage, where everyone takes part in the maneuvers and changes positions to assess the progress made . The arrival in Locmiquélic in the mid-afternoon marks the end of the sea voyage.
Once at the dock, it's time to stow away belongings , followed by cleaning and maintaining the boat to leave it in perfect condition.
From 5-6pm onwards, you are free to leave, with fond memories of this sailing experience.
Day 5
Accommodation
🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 4
The X412 is a fast and comfortable sailboat, ideal for dynamic sailing while offering excellent onboard comfort. At 12.90 meters long and 3.90 meters wide , it is designed to combine performance and conviviality. Its interior layout allows you to fully enjoy the experience at sea, whether underway or at anchor.
Access
Departure
Quai Rallier du Baty 56570 LOCMIQUELIC
Day 1
: 09h00
End of stay
Quai Rallier du Baty 56570 LOCMIQUELIC
Day 5
- 17h00
Go to the starting point
Take the train toGare de Lorient
From Bordeaux :
- Take a train towards Lorient, changing trains in Nantes or Rennes. The journey takes approximately 6 hours. Once at Lorient train station, you can take a taxi to Locmiquélic, which is about a 15-minute drive away.
From Paris :
- Take a direct TGV train from Montparnasse station to Lorient. The journey takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. Upon arrival in Lorient, a taxi or bus can take you to Locmiquélic in about 15 minutes.
From Lyon :
- Take a train towards Lorient, with connections in Paris and Rennes. The journey takes approximately 7 hours. From Lorient train station, you can reach Locmiquélic by taxi or bus in about 15 minutes.
Travel to the place of stay
with parking
available
From Bordeaux :
- The car journey takes approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes for a distance of about 518 km. Take the A10 motorway towards Paris, then the A83 towards Nantes. Continue on the N165 towards Lorient, and take the exit for Locmiquélic.
From Paris :
- The car journey takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes for a distance of about 500 km. Take the A11 motorway towards Nantes, then the N165 towards Lorient. Take the exit towards Locmiquélic.
From Lyon :
- The drive takes approximately 8 hours for a distance of about 800 km. Take the A72 motorway towards Clermont-Ferrand, then the A89 towards Bordeaux. Next, take the A83 towards Nantes, then the N165 towards Lorient. Take the exit for Locmiquélic.
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Price details
The price includes
- Supervision throughout the stay
- Safety equipment on board
- Accommodation in a double cabin
The price does not include
- The onboard kitty (for meals, fuel, and port fees) is €27 per day per person - mandatory .
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
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