Learn to Sail in the South of France Aboard a Sun Odyssey 40

Your Boat

• Sun Odyssey 40
• 3 total cabins
• 4 people max
• 1 crew members

Step aboard Tranquility, a Sun Odyssey 40 GTE (Large Draught, 1.95m), 12.20 metres long and 3.95 metres wide. This monohull, perfectly equipped for learning to sail, was completely renovated in 2023 by your instructor, Alexandre. Thanks to its double steering wheel, visibility is always good when manoeuvring. There are several types of sails to hoist, depending on the wind conditions. Inside, the saloon is spacious enough to accommodate all the passengers during briefings. There's also a functional kitchen area, where you can prepare some tasty dishes.

• Double steering wheel
• Mainsail (3 reefs)
• Genoa
• Code zero
• Solent
• Asymmetric spinnaker
• Fridge
• Oven
• Hotplate
• Hot water
• Outside shower
• Solar panels
• Bathing platform
• Auto pilot
• Depth sounder
• Anemometer

The owner reserves the right to replace with a different boat model of the same quality and performance

Your Cabin

This sailboat has 3 double cabins (the front cabin is reserved for your instructor) and a shower room, which is shared between all passengers.

The maximum number of people is 4 passengers + an instructor during shared sailing courses and 6 passengers + an instructor if the boat is privatised.

Itinerary of your cruise

There is no better place than the French Riviera to learn to sail and improve your sailing skills! With its exceptional coves, picturesque harbours and heavenly islands, it's sure to be a rewarding experience.

The itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to technical or weather conditions.
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Frequently asked questions

• What equipment should I bring with me?

  For your comfort we advise you to bring with you the following equipment:
  

  • Waxed or windproof jacket and pants
  • Closed shoes and/or boots
  • Pants
  • Fleeced sweater
  • Swimsuit
  • Cap or hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen (max index strongly recommended)
  • Chapstick
  • Towel (microfiber type)
  • Toiletries (including ear plugs as there may be a snorer)
  • First Aid Kit
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Pillow
  • Flashlight
  • Easily identifiable personal bottle (with first name for example)
  • Disposable tissues
  • Notepad and pen

  
  Finally, choose a travel bag over a suitcase that can be stored easier on board.

• How are meals organised on board?

  Provisioning is not included in the price of your sailing course. Shopping is managed by all participants before boarding. Alexandre usually sets up a discussion group with the participants to plan who brings what. The aim is to avoid doing any big shopping trips on the day of embarkation to save time. Of course, replenishments can be made during stopovers.
  Everyone is free to bring along local specialities to share with the rest of the crew.
  As far as the organisation of meals is concerned, everyone will be asked to take part in the daily tasks (preparation, cooking, washing up, etc.).

• What happens in the event of bad weather?

  Two scenarios are possible:
  
  

  • 1st case: The skipper considers the weather too bad to navigate in good safety conditions. In this case, the skipper will suggest that you cancel or postpone the cruise within the time slots available.
  
  
  • 2nd case: The weather is not good, but the skipper considers the navigation is not risky to the safety of the crew. In this case, the course will go ahead. Weather hazards are an integral part of sailing. Depending on the region you're visiting, it's important to take the right items with you.

  
  
  In any case, it is important to note that the skipper is the sole judge of the weather and safety conditions. But rest assured, less favourable weather conditions are also very interesting, allowing you to discover another sailing experience!

• What are the requirements to confirm my booking?

  To confirm your reservation, you must inform your GlobeSailor consultant who will propose a time to collect your deposit. The reservation will not be considered final until your deposit has been received (by bank transfer, Paypal or credit card), from 30 to 50% of the amount of the reservation. A deposit of 100% will be required for any reservation made less than one month before departure. The balance is due 45 days before departure at the latest.

• What happens in the case of cancellation?

  In the case of cancellation, you must notify your GlobeSailor advisor as soon as possible. Whatever the cause, the following cancellation fees will be due: up to 90 days before departure: 30% /// from 89 to 60 days: 50% /// from 59 to 30 days: 75% /// from 29 days to departure: 100% of your booking.