When
Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 8:00 AM CST-to-
Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 5:00 PM CST
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Where
French Polynesia Islands
Contact
South Coast Sailing ClubSouth Coast Sailing Adventures
281-334-4606
southcoastsailing@gmail.com
French Polynesia Flotilla (Tahiti)
February 1-15, 2020
Here at last is paradise on earth. Visitors who fly into the islands and stay at hotels can experience only a part of the magic of these islands. It is only in sailing between the blue ocean and turquoise lagoons in the shadow of the majestic volcanic peaks, as the ancient Polynesians did in their outrigger canoes, that one realizes the full majesty of Tahiti.
The four major islands have ancient volcanic centers which rise from lovely calm lagoons ringed by outlying reefs. Passes in the reefs allow safe access in and out of the smooth sailing lagoons to blue water sailing in the tradewinds. Steady trade winds provide fast reaches of about 5 hours between the islands.
Good anchorages are abundant among the central islands as well as on the motus, lushly vegetated islets that have evolved on the encircling barrier reefs. These coral atolls have sandy beaches and offer a stunning view back toward those volcanic ranges.
Activities in Tahiti
There’s plenty to do and see on the islands of Tahiti. Snorkeling is always a popular activity. The corals reefs are spectacular as they rise from 80 feet or more to just a few feet deep. SCUBA tours are also available. There are van tours and rentals of cars and jeeps ashore where ancient Polynesian temples and other structures can be seen.
Details
Cruise through Tahiti in a Catamaran or a monohull and experience the beauty of the blue waters. You do not need any sailing experience to participate in the flotilla! You can choose to sail with a licensed captain, and make new friends on the boat! Occupany will be based on number of cabins per boat as well as occupants per cabin.
On the other hand, if you wish to skipper your own boat for your family and friends, you will need the following classes: ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing, ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising, ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising, ASA 105 Coastal Navigation, and ASA 114 Cruising Catamaran. You will also need to submit a sailing resume to Captain Lucy at South Coast Sailing Adventures.
SCSA joins this once in a life time opportunity with package fees averaging $3,000 per week, per person based on double occupancy. Pricing includes charter fees, flotilla fees, provisioning, and all applicable taxes. The flotilla price does NOT include airfare, hotel night stays, 2 meals ashore per week, optional excursions, and other miscellaneous personal expenditures such as shopping or souvenirs.
There is a $500 non-refundable deposit per person due immediately for priority boat and cabin preference! Credit cards, checks and cash are all acceptable forms of payment. There is a 2% discount for cash or checks.
Contact Flotilla Leader Captain Lucy Newman for more information at 281-334-4606.
