• Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
  • Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!
Hyères

Heading to the Caribbean: experience a transatlantic crossing by catamaran!

Réf : CISKVC

In summary

  • Sports
    Sailing
  • Duration
    32 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Sailing
    Beginner
    For those who have never sailed and wish to discover sailing over a short weekend.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to complete their Level 1 "first tacks" certification and discover the various crew roles and basic maneuvers.
    Confirmed
    For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.
    Advanced
    For those who have already completed a 4- or 5-day advanced training course at an FFV-affiliated center. You have already sailed for more than 10 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, and course tracking (including dead reckoning). A coastal boating license and an FRR (radio certificate) are not mandatory but are recommended.
    Expert
    For those who have already completed an intermediate-level course (*stage évolution*) at an FFV-affiliated center. You have sailed for more than 20 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in: docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, course tracking and dead reckoning, and watch-keeping. OR For those capable of single-handed maneuvers (reefing, tacking, gybing) or who have sailed as skipper (charter or private). The coastal license, CRR (Short Range Certificate), and offshore license are recommended for this level but are not mandatory.
  • Destination
    Var / Hyères
  • Age
    From 18 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    427.2 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French
    English

In a few words

Experience the adventure of an exceptional transatlantic crossing!

Head to the Antilles for a unique experience in the heart of the Atlantic! Embark from Hyères (Toulon) aboard a Bali 4.6 catamaran and take part in a legendary crossing to Martinique.

Much more than just a trip, this transatlantic voyage is a true immersion in offshore sailing, combining adventure, learning and pushing oneself to the limit.


Accompanied by a professional skipper-trainer who has completed 12 transatlantic crossings, you will actively participate in maneuvers and crew life, while developing your ocean navigation skills.

On the agenda:

  1. Traditional navigation: estimation, observations and navigation without reliance on GPS.
  2. Advanced maneuvers: sail trimming, gennaker and asymmetric spinnaker.
  3. Meteorology: analysis of conditions and route strategy.
  4. Life on board: organizing watches, managing resources and safety at sea.


A real-world training course to gain autonomy, deepen your knowledge and discover the demands of a long-distance crossing.

Between learning, sharing and breathtaking landscapes, experience an unforgettable human and maritime adventure.


The highlights

  • A legendary crossing from Hyères to the Antilles
  • Instruction by an experienced skipper-trainer
  • A total immersion in offshore sailing
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Sport

Level

Sailing

Confirmed

Levels

Sailing
Beginner
For those who have never sailed and wish to discover sailing over a short weekend.
Intermediate
For those wishing to complete their Level 1 "first tacks" certification and discover the various crew roles and basic maneuvers.
Confirmed
For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.
Advanced
For those who have already completed a 4- or 5-day advanced training course at an FFV-affiliated center. You have already sailed for more than 10 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, and course tracking (including dead reckoning). A coastal boating license and an FRR (radio certificate) are not mandatory but are recommended.
Expert
For those who have already completed an intermediate-level course (*stage évolution*) at an FFV-affiliated center. You have sailed for more than 20 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in: docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, course tracking and dead reckoning, and watch-keeping. OR For those capable of single-handed maneuvers (reefing, tacking, gybing) or who have sailed as skipper (charter or private). The coastal license, CRR (Short Range Certificate), and offshore license are recommended for this level but are not mandatory.
For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.

In figures

Sailing

  • Average duration/day: 192h

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 7 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
English
Philippe

A professional navigator since 1992, Philippe Corre has an impressive ocean experience behind him with more than a dozen East-West crossings and five West-East returns.

Originally from Brest, he discovered sailing in his childhood, at the age of 7, on Optimist and then Laser/ILCA, before turning to competition. At 28, he left regattas for offshore cruising, embarking on long voyages between Africa, Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia and the Caribbean, aboard small 8-meter monohulls — including an Armagnac made of plywood, a symbol of freedom and adventure.

Philippe then spent seven years delivering boats in Asia aboard the schooner Raja Laut , before continuing his career between Hyères and Asia, sailing on liveaboard catamarans and private yachts. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, he is also involved in the development of sailing centers in Brittany, working with associations to introduce everyone to the sea.

During his voyages, Philippe likes to share his passion for fishing, observing marine wildlife — whales, birds, butterflies — and this philosophy of slow and contemplative travel , typical of small crews.

"The best moment of a crossing is often the silence. When everything is working, the boat is cruising at 8 knots, and you become one with the ocean."

Program

Days 1 to 5
Days 6 to 17
Days 18 to 31
Day 32
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    Preparation and handling

    • Activity Sailing
    • Duration of the activity 120h per day
    • Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included
    1. Welcome aboard, role allocation
    2. Introduction to the boat, watch duties, rules of life on board
    3. Safety checks, full refueling (fresh food, dry goods, water, fuel)
    4. Maneuvering exercises, equipment testing, weather and route planning
    5. Final briefings: offshore navigation, communication (Iridium, AIS, etc.)
    Days 1 to 5

Note

The program may vary depending on weather conditions.

Accommodation

Access

Departure
Hyères, France
Day 1 : 10h00
End of stay
Le Marin, Martinique
Day 32 - 18h00

The boat will arrive in Le Marin, Martinique.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toHyeres
Access by plane
The nearest airport isHyeres

Close to the starting point.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Supervision by a qualified professional instructor
  2. Educational and technical support throughout the crossing (weather briefings, navigation, watches, safety)
  3. Complete safety equipment compliant with offshore regulations (life raft, beacons, automatic life jackets, etc.)
  4. Boat insurance
  5. Accommodation on board for the entire duration of the crossing
  6. Use of onboard equipment: kitchen, sleeping berths, navigation equipment
  7. Gas

The price does not include

  1. Transport to the port of departure and return from the port of arrival
  2. Provisions (meals, fuel, etc.): approximately €25 per day per person - mandatory

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  1. Life jacket and all related safety equipment


Equipment to bring

  1. Polarized sunglasses with cord
  2. Sunscreen and lip balm
  3. Neck warmer, lightweight windbreaker
  4. Soft bag (not a hard-shell suitcase)
  5. Waterproof bags
  6. Headlamp, reusable water bottle, personal toiletry kit

Clothing to bring

  1. Waterproof jacket and overalls (windproof clothing)
  2. Fleece or down jacket
  3. Technical base layers and breathable t-shirts
  4. Loose trousers and shorts
  5. Shoes with white soles and boots depending on the weather
  6. Beanie, cap, sailing gloves
  7. Change of clothes, swimsuit, microfiber towel
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Our partner team

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Our local partner welcomes sailing enthusiasts on the French Riviera (Bandol, Hyères, Cogolin, Ajaccio) and in the French West Indies (Le Marin) to learn or improve their sailing skills. Led by Camille, a state-certified instructor, trainees benefit from expert guidance tailored to all objectives. Our local partner's offerings are structured around several thematic programs: Navigation – Becoming Independent: learning the basics of sailing and life on board. Specific – Powered Maneuvers: mastering harbor entrances and maneuvers in confined spaces. Experience: refining sail trim and advanced navigation techniques. Offshore: undertaking crossings to Corsica or the Balearic Islands, including managing night watches, weather forecasting, and self-sufficiency on the open ocean.
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