Come Sail Away: 9 Unforgettable Sailing Trips To Put On Your Bucket List

Are you in need of some adventure? Instead of hiking or going on a safari, try sailing. There’s nothing in the world like sailing. You’re on the boat, the wind is blowing through your hair, and you’re looking out at the blue water.

But where should you sail? Your sailing destination impacts your sailing experience. Whether you’re at a beginner or advanced level, here are the 9 sailing trips everyone should experience.

 

1. The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

The Galapagos Islands are one of the most visited destinations in the world.

While many tourists take a cruise around the islands, embark on a private excursion and sail around the islands. You can view the beautiful scenery and see all of the unique wildlife from the comfort of your sailboat.

What are some animals you can expect to see? Get your camera ready and snap pictures of sea lions, giant tortoises, iguanas, and the blue-footed booby.

2. South Georgia Island, Antarctica

If you don’t mind a cold excursion, sail to South Georgia Island. This is a remote island near Antarctica. You’ll view incredible wildlife, including penguins, seals, and a species of albatross that only lives on the island.

Keep in mind, this is an isolated island in the Southern Atlantic Ocean.

It takes approximately two days to sail there from the Falkland Islands. It’s best you prepare for your trip and invest in a powerful battery — lithium batteries are the best choice.

3. Zanzibar Island, Tanzania

Zanzibar Island offers everything. You can acquaint yourself with their unique culture, enjoy the amazing history of the island, relax on the beach, and embark on an adventure. This is why Zanzibar Island is perfect for all sailing aficionados.

Zanzibar Island isn’t far from the major city Dar es Salaam. It takes about two hours to reach the island. Once you reach the island, the calm and beautiful waters are perfect for sailing.

4. The Whitsunday Islands, Australia

While Australia offers everything for all tourists, sailing fans will get the best experience when they sail around the Whitsunday Islands. The Whitsunday Islands are located on the Great Barrier Reef on the coast of Queensland.

While sailing, you’ll first notice the ocean’s spectacular shade of blue.

You’ll never see an ocean with that vivid hue anywhere else in the world. Sailing fans are also big fans of the wildlife they can spot — including the wallaby, sea turtles, manta rays, whales, and birds.

5. The Adriatic Coast, Croatia

Croatia is a popular destination for many travellers. The weather is beautiful, the culture is unique, the country has an incredible history, and Croatia is overall a beautiful and interesting country.

If you love sailing, there’s no place to visit other than the Adriatic Coast. The Adriatic Sea is crystal clear and breathtaking. There are many islands on the coast you can explore.

The Adriatic Sea is also a popular fishing destination. There are over 400 fish species you can catch, including sea bream, sea bass, mackerel, common pandora, sprats, and sardines.

6. The Greek Isles

There are 6,000 islands making up the Greek Isles. While Santorini is the most famous, sailing through the Aegean Sea will result in an unforgettable experience.

You’ll see breathless landscapes such as the beautiful Mediterranean water and incredible hills and mountains. You can stop at popular islands such as Mykonos and Paros to experience Greece’s unique culture and sights.

The best way to start your Greek Isles sailing journey is to start in Athens and hit every island.

7. French Polynesia, Tahiti

French Polynesia is a group of islands on the South Pacific. Tahiti is the most famous destinations, as well as its surrounding islands such as Bora Bora and Moorea.

French Polynesia is famous for its crystal clear waters where you’ll see an abundance of marine life.

These waters are perfect for snorkelling and diving. You can easily sail throughout the islands and stop on land to explore the islands or just relax on the beach.

8. The Bay of Islands, New Zealand

New Zealand is a country that’s famous for its incredible landscapes. That’s why this is the perfect country for sailing. You’ll specifically want to sail the Bay of Islands.

These islands offer everything, including water activities, amazing beaches, big-game fishing, and incredible history.

New Zealand, in particular, has an incredible sailing culture.

Sailing the Bay of Islands puts you front and centre at New Zealand’s incredible scenery: you’ll view white-sand beaches, crystal clear water, and plenty of marine wildlife such as dolphins.

There are 144 islands in total. Stop off at each island to explore and eat the delicious food.

9. Lycian Coast, Turkey

If you prefer combining sea and land adventures when you sail, look no further than Lycian Coast in Turkey. You’ll view beautiful beaches and clear Mediterranean waters with rocky cliffs.

If you want to explore the land, you can stop off at one of the cities on the coast, specifically Antalya. Here, you can get to know Turkey’s unique culture and visit historic sites such as Hadrian’s Gate.

If you’re a cat lover, you’ll love Turkey. Turkey is famous for the myriad of cats that live on the streets. Stop on shore and find a cat sanctuary, where you can pet kitties all day.

 

Take These Sailing Trips Around the World

Are you looking for an adventure? If you love nothing more than exploring the sea, take one of these sailing trips.

From South America to Australia, there is a myriad of incredible sailing destinations to admire the natural beauty and marine wildlife.

All of these destinations also offer close proximity to land, where you can explore the culture, history, food, and other unique aspects of each destination.

Whether you sail around the world or you hit these destinations one at a time, you should add all of these trips to your sailing bucket list.

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