Sail & Learn 1

Name: Sail & Learn 1
Brand: Pirates of Paradise
SKU: 2026_TF01_GTI
Price: 1020 EUR
Availability: SoldOut
Rating: 4.9 (125 reviews)

Malaga
Ibiza

28.03. – 04.04.2026

Alboran Sea Route

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Alboran Sea Route

Due to high demand, we’ve launched a new kind of trip last year: the Sail & Learns. These journeys are perfect for those who love to sail or want to learn the ropes. There’s only one thing set in stone: the starting and ending port. How we get there? That’s up to the wind and weather. Unlike our regular trips, Transfers focus more on the sailing itself and less on a fixed itinerary or lazy bay-hopping. From night passages to quiet anchor stops, anything can happen. It’s the real vagabond life at sea, just like those who live aboard their sailboats year-round. And since we cover more miles on these trips, they’re also ideal for collecting the mandatory miles for your sailing license. Sounds interesting?

Where learning to sail feels like an adventure.

Sail & Learn puts you in the cockpit, not in the audience. You become part of the crew, take on real responsibilities and build hands-on sailing experience mile by mile, with the sea setting the pace.

Is this sailing Trip right for me?

Sail & Learn is for people who want more than a holiday. It is for beginners with zero sailing experience and for those who have been on the water before and want to build real confidence, collect sea miles and spend more time actually sailing.

You do not need any prior experience. What you need is curiosity, a sense of adventure and the willingness to be part of a crew.

What will I learn on a Sail & Learn trip?

You will build real, hands-on sailing experience as part of the journey itself. There is no classroom, no fixed curriculum. What you learn depends on the conditions and the route, and that is what makes it real.
Skills you may pick up along the way:

Steering and basic manoeuvres
Sail handling and trimming
Knots and rope work
Reading wind and weather
Watch systems and night sailing
Teamwork and communication on board
The rhythm and responsibilities of daily boat life

You learn one mile at a time, naturally, as the trip unfolds.

How is Sail & Learn different from other Sailing Trips?

Most sailing vacations put you on a boat as a passenger. Sail & Learn puts you on a boat as crew.

There is no floating hotel, no fixed sightseeing schedule and no itinerary that has to be followed no matter what. Wind and weather shape the route. The crew works together. You are not just watching the journey happen. You are part of what makes it happen.

That is what makes Sail & Learn more raw, more real and often far more rewarding than an ordinary Sailing Trip.

What is life on board actually like?

It’s close, simple and genuine. You share a space with your crew, cooking and eating together, taking turns on watch and enjoying the sunset from the same deck.

Some moments are active and demanding. Others are slow and quiet. Morning coffee in the cockpit, long passages under sail, night watches under open sky, shared meals below deck. It is this mix of intensity and stillness that makes life at sea something you do not forget.

What should I expect from a Sailing Trip like this?

Flexibility is part of the deal. Routes shift with the wind. Plans change. Comfort on board is real but simple, not luxurious. Days can be long, salty and physically tiring.

If you are looking for a polished resort experience, this is not your trip. If you are looking for a genuine sailing vacation where you actually learn, contribute and feel the sea, you are exactly where you need to be.

What do I take home from a Sail & Learn Trip?

More than photos. You leave with new sailing skills, real sea miles under your belt, and a confidence on the water that only comes from having actually done it.

Most people also take home something harder to name: the feeling of having been fully present. Close to nature, shaped by wind and water, part of something that moved. You step out of your usual routine, focus on what actually matters and grow alongside people who were strangers at the start.

That tends to stay with you.

28.03.

– 04.04.2026

1.020€

Highlights

Set sail with a small crew
For anyone who wants to sail or learn how, with no more than 8 people on board.
Night sails guaranteed
Learn the art of sailing, day and night.
Log your miles — Get your sea miles confirmation
Thinking about getting your sailing license? Awesome! Earn your required miles with us.

Activities

Route details

Sea State

Every Trip has some swell, but it is always bearable. The scale indicates whether the trip is rather calm or you have to expect a bit more swell.

Nature

The nature on our trips is always stunning, but some trips offer more focus on nature than others.

Adventure

Incredible experiences never come amiss with us. Some trips are more relaxed, while others provide a lot of action, e.g. in nature.

Sailing Time

The scale shows whether these Trips include more or less time for just sailing at sea.

Sea State

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Adventure

Sailing Time

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What you need to know

Start

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* The exact meeting point and location of the boats will be communicated on Saturday.

Included

All boat costs covered (deposit, fuel, captain, ports, etc.)
All meals on board (Plant-based)
All listed highlights and activities
Bedding and towel
Ocean-friendly shampoo, toothpaste, soap and sunscreen
Guaranteed female cabin pairing
Complete period supplies
Our team does the weekly grocery shopping
Pizza night with the whole crew

Excluded

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per Person

Not taxable according to § 3b para. 1

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Sailing Boat

Your cozy home on the water

Cozy and homely design
Plenty of space on board
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher on board
Comfortable furnishing
Premium equipment
Internationals welcome! Boardlanguage: English
High-Speed Wi-Fi

Unlimited drinking and shower water, provided by the solar desalination system
Enhanced safety
Efficient sailing performance
Air-conditioned and heated by solar energy
Non-smoking boat, fresh sea air only

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Philosophy

This is what Pirates stands for

Individual travel

Those who know us know that we focus on quality instead of quantity. For us, it's the person behind every booking that counts! With us, small group sizes instead of mass tourism are the order of the day.

Group feeling

As a small organizer, this is our hobbyhorse. Pizza nights, road trips, night hikes, funny stories. Be prepared for teamwork on board and shared experiences that you won't soon forget!

Safer space

It is important to us that every guest feels comfortable on board, regardless of their origin or sexual orientation. Therefore, for us it is quite clear: There is no place for racism, sexism, homophobia or discrimination of any kind! Solo female travelers can also count on a guaranteed female cabin pairing, so you always feel at ease on board.

Sustainability

We care about nature! We design our trips to be as environmentally friendly as possible. Our focus is on protecting the sea - we let ourselves drift with the wind, rely on environmentally friendly soaps and avoid unnecessary waste. Our merch is fair trade - even our web host is green!

Plant-based

Vegan lifestyle and a memorable vacation? With us, nothing stands in the way. We cook vegan food on our yachts. During our joint restaurant visits ashore, you’ll have the chance to enjoy local dishes. So if you eat milk products, eggs or meat, you won’t miss out on land either.

Creativity and freedom

We are hungry for adventure and want to experience something. Freedom and creativity have been driving Pirates of Paradise since day 1. With us you can live your life to the fullest!

Reviews

What our guests say

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   Farina K 
 January 25, 2022
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Do you want adventure? You get adventures! What do you want "sea"? If you want salt on your skin, wind in your hair and a boat under your back, Pirates is the right place for you. I particularly liked the hammock as a place to sleep: one eye clink at sunrise and the next clink you'd jump into the sea. Hoist the sails and send off the mail. See you again on deck.

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   Esra Ö 
 July 5, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I booked one week with Pirates of Paradise for a sailing holiday and completely fell in love with sailing. My first trip was a transfer sail from Sardinia to Sicily, and I honestly had zero expectations because I had never been on a sailboat before. It turned out to be one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had.

Yenzi and the entire crew made everyone feel welcome from the very first moment. They are incredibly kind, funny, patient, and create such a relaxed atmosphere that I enjoyed my first week so much, I immediately extended my stay for another week to explore even more of the beautiful Sicilian coast by sailboat.

If you’re looking for a unique way to discover Sicily, or other destinations, I can’t recommend this enough. Sailing lets you experience places from a completely different perspective, visiting beautiful bays and hidden spots you simply wouldn’t see on a typical holiday.

What makes Pirates of Paradise truly special is their philosophy. They’re a vegan sailing company with delicious plant-based breakfasts, lunches, and dinners that are prepared with so much love. Every meal was fresh, varied, and incredibly tasty. Even if you’re not vegan, the food is inspiring without ever feeling pushy. On restaurant visits, everyone is free to order whatever they like, which I really appreciated.

The company is also committed to being as sustainable as possible. They are plastic-free wherever they can be, and they even provide ocean-friendly shampoo, sunscreen, toothpaste, making it easy to travel more sustainably without having to think about packing everything yourself.

Another thing I loved was how inclusive the atmosphere is. Pirates of Paradise is genuinely queer-friendly, and English is the onboard language, which means everyone feels included no matter where they’re from. The crew goes above and beyond to make every guest feel at home, whether you’re travelling solo or with friends. I never felt like an outsider—I felt like part of the crew.

I came on board as someone who had never sailed before, and I left with a new passion. This is so much more than just a sailing trip or a holiday. It’s an experience filled with amazing people, unforgettable sunsets, beautiful anchorages, incredible food, laughter, and memories I’ll keep for a long time.

If you’re thinking about booking a sailing holiday in Sicily, Sardinia, or anywhere Pirates of Paradise sails, stop thinking and just do it. I would recommend this experience to anyone, whether you’re an experienced sailor or stepping onto a sailboat for the very first time.

Thank you, Yenzi and the whole Pirates of Paradise crew. I’ll definitely be back.
  
 
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   Michelle 
 July 5, 2026
 
 
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I can‘t put it in words how grateful I am for this experience! But I‘ll give it a try:

The crew and everyone, who were with me on this boat, are so lovely, warm-hearted and kind people, which made me feel very seen and understood since the first second. I learned a lot in this week about myself, about sailing, about loving and appreciating nature and especially about delicious vegan food and its advantages - never eat vegan before and I was so excited to try it out!

Big shoutout to every single person, who made the trip unforgettable. We swam every day in the ocean, enjoyed every meal as a community and even connected the two boats together, when it was possible, so we were a bunch of people who jammed with the guitar or just chatting and stargazed.

I can tell, this vacation has a special place in my heart and it was one of a kind. Highly recommend it!
  
 
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   Christina T 
 September 27, 2025
 
 
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I had a wonderful time with Pirates of Paradise in Sicily. The crew was such a great match, was very friendly and everyone took great care of us. It was a good mix of activities on land and relaxing time on the boat. Everything was organized in such a way that it was easy to just enjoy and go with the flow. The boat is very comfortable furnished, so you immediately feel at home and can quickly settle into the group and get to know new people. Sicily is definitely worth a visit. This was my first solo trip and I am very happy I did it with Pirates. I would definitely do it again!
  
 
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   Jacob S 
 August 30, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was an exciting trip. We sailed, chilled within a storm without any inconvenience. Also if wanted we could join in more adventures hiking trips. In the night we could sleep on the deck right under the stars. The route was very beautiful and was easily adapted if the weather changed. We also had special showers initiated by the Skipper. He showed us how to reduce our water usage. Thus we also learned to appreciate water and in general the hole trip was very eco friendly. Also the Skipper is a very nice and comforting person.
I loved it, the food was great and I would recommend it to anyone.
  
 
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   Philipp F 
 December 11, 2019
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It's a completely different holiday experience when you're at sea most of the time. You get a completely different view of the country and the landscape. I booked into Pirates of Paradise with 5 of my best friends and we had an amazing time together. The Pirates boys are all in a good mood and have a very family atmosphere. The skippers are great and make everyone have fun. (Thanks to Marius & Johanna <3) It definitely wasn't the last time I booked myself there!

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   Patricia R 
 May 7, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great crew, good vibes, a beautiful boat, and really good food – what more could you want? Sailing with the Pirates is not only an adventure but also the perfect way to unwind and relax. An unforgettable experience with many special moments. I'm already looking forward to the next sailing trip!

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   Jade V 
 October 7, 2025
 
 
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Would highly recommend this unique, unforgettable experience. The crew was amazing, the food on board was plentiful and delicious, and the friendships made are irreplaceable.
  
 
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   Lmostbeck 
 July 22, 2021
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. volcano route italy: molto bene! Just have a good time - sun on your face, wind in your hair, sleeping on deck under the stars, jumping into the sea before breakfast 🥰 13 people on board is close, but everyone was harmonious and ultra relaxed. no dramas. Provided you have a bit of spontaneity and calmness, the trip is no problem at all, even for sailing newbies. From sundowner road trips to sleepy island villages, everything was there. The cooking was great on board, the soundtrack during the sailing sessions was on point, and the organization of the crew was uncomplicated and smooth. So all in all, 100% recommended. The only minor drawback: I would have liked to have had more sailing action! The boat was super comfy, but not too sporty - so there wasn't much to do. smooth sailing all the way.

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   Charly 
 September 17, 2018
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks to Pirates of Paradise for this incredibly great week and a vacation that I would consider to be one of the most beautiful I have had the pleasure of experiencing so far. From days where you simply spend the whole day in the sea and on deck in the sun, to unforgettable nights on board or on land with a crew that grows from a bunch of strangers to a small family within 7 days, it was all there ! I already miss the morning swim in the turquoise blue water, the breakfast and dinner together on board, the overnight stays in the most beautiful bays under the most amazing starry sky I have ever seen and all the conversations late into the night with a good glass of wine. With Pirates of Paradise you don't just book any summer vacation, you book memories that last :)

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   Dani H 
 December 20, 2024
 
 
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I spent a week sailing through Greece with Pirates of Paradise and I loved it so so much. Everyone was so kind and we really grew close as a group, even though I didn't know anybody before going. Also, Greece is beautiful - the clearest water I've ever seen. 10/10 🌞
  
 
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   Chiara B 
 October 6, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our trip to the Aeolian Islands (Sicily) was truly amazing! It was an adventure full of once in a lifetime experiences with a lovely crew and amazing food!
I highly recommend doing a trip with Pirates Of Paradise! I was traveling on my own and felt really comfortable with the crew and the other guests.
  
 
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   Sophia C 
 August 24, 2025
 
 
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Pirates is such a unique adventure! Waking up every morning to the breathtaking fjords of Montenegro felt like a dream, but what truly made the experience magical were the beautiful people and incredible crew I shared the week with (Shoutout Crew: Yenzi, Julien, Iulia, Lou, and Max). As a solo traveler from Boston, I felt so welcomed and would absolutely recommend this trip to other Americans considering the journey. (Pro tip: if you start to feel seasick, try singing—it surprisingly works!).
— Sophia, Montenegro 5 2025
  
 
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   Teresa S 
 January 25, 2022
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 100% recommendation. PoP is authentic, adventurous and takes you to incredibly beautiful places! The feeling on board a pirate boat....??? - I would like to describe it, but you have to experience it for yourself. I've been able to take part twice now and I'd say we'll see each other on the next trip :-)!

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   Timo W 
 May 31, 2026
 
 
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The absolute best sailing crew I have ever seen! The team is incredibly friendly and experienced in sailing and the boats are better equipped then any other boat I have seen – fresh filtered water, dishwashers, starlink WIFI and so on.

I had such a nice week sailing with them around Sardinia and will for sure come back!

And not to forget: the food on board is delicious!

THANK YOU CREW <3
  
 
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   Kostas G 
 July 5, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Overall, I had a great experience on this sailing trip. It was very well organized, and we had the opportunity to visit and explore so many beautiful places. The itinerary was excellent and offered a perfect balance of sailing and sightseeing.

A special thanks to the crew, who were incredibly helpful, professional, and genuinely friendly throughout the trip. They created a relaxed atmosphere and were always willing to assist, making the experience even more enjoyable.

The only aspects that could be improved were the limited electricity on board, which was due to not docking in marinas the whole week, and the food supplies. Most of the products (around 90%) came from Lidl rather than local producers. Since sailing is such a great way to experience the local culture, it would have been much nicer to have more fresh, locally sourced products on board, and support the local producers than the international companies.
  
 
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   Aurelia W 
 September 15, 2025
 
 
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Sicily tour was the best decision ever. Had a blast. As a solo traveller I met many lovely people aboard. Nice balance between sailing time and activities. Nice spots for sleepovers. And the team really knows what they‘re doing, incredibly skilled skippers and chefs. A little helping e.g. for cooking is required. Also, the team works as volunteers and they take tips so there will be some extra costs. Hoping to book a trip again next year <3
  
 
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   Sarah S 
 September 24, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an unforgettable experience with Pirates of Paradise in Sicily! The boat was beautiful, comfortable, and well maintained. The crew was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the vegan food was very tasty. Highlights included hiking up Stromboli, a buggy ride around the island of Volcano, and of course meeting so many new and like-minded friends. The scenery was breathtaking and the sailing experience was truly unlike any other vacation I’ve been on. Highly recommend Pirates of Paradise for an amazing week and for those looking for a vacation that is a good balance between relaxation and adventure. I hope to board Sailormoon again soon!
  
 
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   Marie L 
 January 29, 2022
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I couldn't have imagined my first sailing experience better!! Immersed in another world where you can be rocked to sleep in the evening with a breeze on your face and woken up in the morning by the most beautiful sunrises. The rest of the time was filled with new encounters, exciting and beautiful places, funny activities, lively conversations, great musical accompaniment, inspiring kitchen sessions and even dreamy looks towards the horizon. Thank you very much! And I'm ready for round 2 😏😍

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   Eva B 
 January 28, 2022
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an adventure! I was on board on the Croatia trip and I have to say it was just a great experience. 1 week on the sailboat felt like never ending & so decelerating. It was just a great combination of the right people, a lot of fun, a little storm, a little learning to sail. I'm taking some new, great friendships with me from this week and my renewed enthusiasm for sailing. Wasn't the last time :)

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   Patricia 
 September 20, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such an incredible experience which I’m totally recommending.
The Croatia tour was a mix of adventure and calmness.
The whole crew works with so much passion and love for each other and the ocean 💙
Blessed and grateful to have been part of it.