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26th July 2023 to 30th July 2023

Volvo 70: HYPR – Biscay Blast – Cowes to Vigo

From £1465 per person

Deposit 25%. Final balance due 12 weeks before departure.
Experience the thrill of sailing on a high-performance Volvo Open 70 for an EPIC adventure from Cowes to Vigo 3500NM of the ocean!
Clear
Suited to
Singles, Couples, Groups
Difficulty
Moderate - Some sailing experience and good level of fitness required
Nights onboard
3
Vessel type
Volvo Open 70 (gen 2) - HYPR
Vessel length
70ft
Skipper
Yes
Berth Style
Typical racing bunk in shared quarters. Very basic.
Insurance Required
Yes

Experience the thrill on HYPR a high-performance racing yacht in this EPIC adventure from Cowes to Vigo crossing 3500NM of the ocean! 

3 nights: 26 - 30 July 2023

You will be given the opportunity to enhance your skills in every job onboard this iconic offshore racing machine. From navigation to helming, with practice in trimming, grinding, and foredeck, you can get as stuck in as you like on this exhilarating trip. If you are an enthusiastic Yachtmaster candidate, you can skipper under the watchful eye of a Yachtmaster Instructor and add miles to your logbook.

Push your comfort zone for a truly genuine life experience as an elite ocean racer, with basic race yacht accommodation and freeze-dried food: the trade-offs for an invigorating ride.

26 – 30 July 2023 – Crew Arrival, quick tour and briefing at the marina in Cowes, and then set off for an epic voyage and blast to Vigo.

During this trip, you’ll have the opportunity to try multiple roles on board, including, helming, grinding, pit, and bow.

PLEASE NOTE: The end date is an estimated time of arrival, this could change due to weather conditions. We suggest that you book return flights through Marine Travel so they can change your flights if the ETA changes. https://www.marine.travel/

 

  • A place on the crew
  • Professional crew (Skipper, Mate/Navigator and two watch leaders)
  • All training
  • Food, fuel and mooring fees
  • Lifejacket with AIS
  • Travel to or from the boats
  • Food ashore
  • Some sailing experience is required.
  • A good level of fitness required.

Cowes

Vigo

26 – 30 July 2023 – Crew Arrival, quick tour and briefing at the marina in Cowes, and then set off for an epic voyage and blast to Vigo.

During this trip, you’ll have the opportunity to try multiple roles on board, including, helming, grinding, pit, and bow.

PLEASE NOTE: The end date is an estimated time of arrival, this could change due to weather conditions. We suggest that you book return flights through Marine Travel so they can change your flights if the ETA changes. https://www.marine.travel/

 

Waterproof or soft kit bag (no
hard cases with wheels)

Foul weather gear
2 complete set of dry clothes
Passport
Sleeping bag
Hat and gloves
Sun cream
Any medication you require
Seasickness pills if needed
Water bottle
Warm layers as required
Safety knife
Headtorch
Sailing boots