Cagliari. Enjoy the sailing

Going to sea is a multi-sensory experience that involves the body and the spirit.

The smell of the sea, the sound of the waves, the caress of the water along the hull, the music of the wind through the shrouds, so many sensations that together perceived create a unique feeling between the sea and the sailor. Hoisting and trimming the sails, steering the boat, dropping anchor at sea, mooring in the harbor, terms and basics for sailing on Merak, an elegant ten-metre Beneteau First 33.7 skippered by Paolo, a skilful physician by profession and sailor by passion.

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Cagliari. Enjoy the sailing

Going to sea is a multi-sensory experience that involves the body and the spirit. The smell of the sea, the sound of the waves, the caress of the water along the hull, the music of the wind through the shrouds, so many sensations that together perceived create a unique feeling between the sea and the sailor. Hoisting and trimming the sails, steering the boat, dropping anchor at sea, mooring in the harbor, terms and basics for sailing on Merak, an elegant ten-metre Beneteau First 33.7 skippered by Paolo, a skilful physician by profession and sailor by passion.
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Paolo “the Captain”

Paolo recounts: ‘my passion for nature, my attraction for a different world, pushed me to practice the sailing. While in ninth grade, an ad on the school noticeboard convinced me to brave the winter weather and join a sailing club. I continued with windsurfing and then, during my professional training in the USA, I sailed in the waters of Boston aboard the J24s of the local sailing club, where I met Jim and Michael, friends for life. When I returned to Sardinia, I attended the prestigious Centro Velico Caprera, where I still hold the active role of instructor of the keel boat sector.

 

In 1998, I bought Merak and sailed the Mediterranean to Barcelona. Going to sea is a unique experience: enjoying the company of friends, discovering the gusts of wind, observing the power of the waves, getting to know the marine environment, admiring the sunrises and sunsets, enjoying the silences. I enjoy teaching, entertaining and involving curious and active fellow travelers from different parts of the world in sailing. With them I like to exchange knowledge of economics, politics and science.

 

Active involvement in sailing the boat is certainly an exciting experience for the participants on the trip, and their enthusiasm is a source of great satisfaction for me. Thanks to my countless voyages and my curiosity, I have become a sea storyteller who passes on stories, anecdotes and curiosities to my travelling friends.”

Paolo “the Captain”

Paolo recounts: ‘my passion for nature, my attraction for a different world, pushed me to practice the sailing. While in ninth grade, an ad on the school noticeboard convinced me to brave the winter weather and join a sailing club. I continued with windsurfing and then, during my professional training in the USA, I sailed in the waters of Boston aboard the J24s of the local sailing club, where I met Jim and Michael, friends for life. When I returned to Sardinia, I attended the prestigious Centro Velico Caprera, where I still hold the active role of instructor of the keel boat sector.

 

In 1998, I bought Merak and sailed the Mediterranean to Barcelona. Going to sea is a unique experience: enjoying the company of friends, discovering the gusts of wind, observing the power of the waves, getting to know the marine environment, admiring the sunrises and sunsets, enjoying the silences. I enjoy teaching, entertaining and involving curious and active fellow travelers from different parts of the world in sailing. With them I like to exchange knowledge of economics, politics and science.

 

Active involvement in sailing the boat is certainly an exciting experience for the participants on the trip, and their enthusiasm is a source of great satisfaction for me. Thanks to my countless voyages and my curiosity, I have become a sea storyteller who passes on stories, anecdotes and curiosities to my travelling friends.”

Excursions

The excursion starts with an educational moment. How to go to sea, safety rules, basic sailing information, activities and behavior on board. Afterwards, Paolo and the participants compile the sailing plan together according to the weather conditions. The integration between sailors is quick and facilitated by Paolo’s patience, friendliness and competence.

 

The Gulf of the Angels is famous for its ideal sailing conditions thanks to the wind that blows almost constantly. Leaving the characteristic port of Su Siccu, Merak sets sail towards the Gulf of Cagliari known as the Gulf of Angels, skirting the Poetto Beach. Eight kilometers of beach with fine white sand and crystal-clear, shallow water for tens of meters, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. An invigorating dive into the sea, infinitesimal shades of blue separating sea and sky, the chattering of the waves, the circling of seagulls and cormorants, the choreography of flocks of flying flamingos, the leaping of dolphins and sometimes the flight over the waves of Luna Rossa (the Italian Challenger to the America’s Cup).

Excursions

The excursion starts with an educational moment. How to go to sea, safety rules, basic sailing information, activities and behavior on board. Afterwards, Paolo and the participants compile the sailing plan together according to the weather conditions. The integration between sailors is quick and facilitated by Paolo’s patience, friendliness and competence.

 

The Gulf of the Angels is famous for its ideal sailing conditions thanks to the wind that blows almost constantly. Leaving the characteristic port of Su Siccu, Merak sets sail towards the Gulf of Cagliari known as the Gulf of Angels, skirting the Poetto Beach. Eight kilometers of beach with fine white sand and crystal-clear, shallow water for tens of meters, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. An invigorating dive into the sea, infinitesimal shades of blue separating sea and sky, the chattering of the waves, the circling of seagulls and cormorants, the choreography of flocks of flying flamingos, the leaping of dolphins and sometimes the flight over the waves of Luna Rossa (the Italian Challenger to the America’s Cup).

Itinerary

1. DEPARTURE

Departure from the port of Su Siccu in Cagliari. Follow the  directions

2. CAPO SANT'ELIA

Sailing in the Gulf of Cagliari towards Capo Sant’Elia

3 . Cala fighera

Stop at Cala Fighera, a small beach stretching between steep cliffs and landslides

4. Poetto

Sailing along the famous Sella del Diavolo (Devil’s Saddle), we sail opposite Poetto beach

5 . RETURN

Return journey to the Port of Su Siccu

Itinerary

1. DEPARTURE

Departure from the port of Su Siccu in Cagliari. Follow the directions

2. CAPo SANT'ELIA

Sailing in the Gulf of Cagliari towards Capo Sant’Elia

3 . Cala fighera

Stop at Cala Fighera, a small beach stretching between steep cliffs and landslides

4. Poetto

Sailing along the famous Sella del Diavolo (Devil’s Saddle), we sail opposite Poetto beach

5 . return

Return journey to the Port of Su Siccu

*The itinerary may be subject to change, depending on weather conditions. Any changes will be promptly communicated 12 hours before the excursion or at the time of embarkation.

About us

  •   Die Segeltour hat meinen Urlaub ausgemacht! Es war die beste Entscheidung Paolo für die Segeltour zu wählen. Man konnte die Erfahrungen machen richtig zu segeln und er hat alle Mitglieder... read more

    thumb Mehdin
    26/05/2023
  •   Paolo was an AMAZING guide for this tour! Sailing is his hobby and he's truly passionate about showing guests a memorable experience. You dock at a beautiful cove & get... read more

    thumb Kenzie
    07/07/2022
  •   Paolo was wonderful. Very personable, knowledgeable and professional. It’s a great half day on the sea!

    thumb Danielle
    06/08/2022
  •   Super belle balade à bord d'un bateau Paolo est au petit soins, il va pouvoir vous raconter un peu d'histoire de l'île et en même temps vous faire découvrir des... read more

    thumb Julien
    09/10/2023
  •   Sailing with Paolo on the Merak is a must-do if you ever go to Cagliari. With great enthousiasm he guides you on a lovely sailing trip to Devil’s Saddle. Paolo... read more

    thumb Stijn
    03/05/2023
  •   Paolo was a wonderful tour guide! He provided lots of information along the sail about the locations, geography, history, and architecture of the areas we passed by. He also taught... read more

    thumb Amie
    10/05/2023
  •   A must do in Cagliari if you want to swim in crystal clear waters while sailing on a sail boat near the coast. Paolo, the host, was very thoughtful and... read more

    thumb Claire
    01/08/2023
  •   Sailing with Paolo was wonderful. We started with a cloudy day, but his sense of positivity and enthusiasm kept the vibes nice. What made this special was that he tailored... read more

    thumb Kami (TK)
    29/04/2023
  •   Wir hatten einen vergnüglichen Nachmittag auf dem Boot. Wir haben noch nie gesegelt und fanden es sehr spannend. Auch über die Umgebung hatte Paolo viel spannendes zu berichten. Wir fühlten... read more

    thumb Nadine
    04/09/2023
  •   I had such a good time sailing with Paolo and the rest of the group. This trip was a real hands-on experience, meaning that we did not only enjoy being... read more

    thumb Cerise
    04/05/2023

About Us

  •   Super Segelausflug! Paolo ist super nett und gibt viele interessante Informationen. Nur zu empfehlen!

    thumb Manuel
    06/10/2022

      Die kleine Segeltour hat Spaß gemacht. Kommunikation mit Paolo war super und unterwegs auch unterhaltsam. Man darf mithelfen beim Segeln. Auch bei etwas Wellengang ließ sich das Boot gut steuern.... read more

    thumb Matthias
    04/09/2023

      Esperienza bellissima. Abbiamo visto luoghi fantastici e Paolo ci ha intrattenuti con storie del posto. Arrivati alla Sella del Diavolo abbiamo fatto il bagno e successivamente abbiamo mangiato all’interno della... read more

    thumb Laura
    11/08/2022
  •   Lovely trip with Paolo on board the Merak. We did sail for a while but the wind was too light on our day so we used the motor. Always lovely... read more

    thumb Mike
    22/07/2023

      Paolo is the best skipper/host you could ask for. He tells all the stories and goes beyond the extra mile to make you feel as comfortable as possible on the... read more

    thumb Uljana
    19/06/2023

      Lovely sailing experience and a friendly and experienced skipper. If you’re interested in learning to sail, you’ll get even more out of it.

    thumb Sherrie
    24/08/2022
  •   Si pudiera dar mas estrellas, sin duda daria 10, excelente experiencia. Paolo es un gran conocedor de muchos temas y ademas sumamente agradable.
    Soy vegana y tuvo la delicadeza de... read more

    thumb Alexandra
    05/07/2023

      It was a great trip sailing around the Golfo di Cagliari to the unbelievable Cala Fighera and continuing along the famous Sella del Diavolo. The Capt. Paolo was friendly, welcoming,... read more

    thumb Anthony
    09/08/2023

      Excellente excursion en bateau sportive dans la baie près du manteau de Cagliari sur le beau bateau et avec le skipper professionnel.

    thumb Anastasia
    29/07/2023
  •   Great experience! We sailed to a calm bay where we could swim directly from the boat. Paolo was very nice, told interesting stories and even provided a sandwich and a... read more

    thumb Dorota
    06/10/2023

      Non posso che consigliare caldamente questa meravigliosa esperienza. Quello con Paolo è stato il mio primo giro in barca a vela e lo ho apprezzato nei minimi particolari. La fortuna... read more

    thumb Silvia
    06/08/2021

      Sehr schöner und erlebnisreicher Segeltörn, nur zu empfehlen! Man fühlt sich sehr willkommen und sicher. Der Skipper ist aufgeschlossen und rücksichtsvoll. Die Tour ist auch für Anfänger geeignet!... read more

    thumb Philip
    09/08/2023
  •   Super Trip mit tollem Gastgeber!

    thumb Lisa
    17/09/2022

      Sailing with Paolo on the Merak is a must-do if you ever go to Cagliari. With great enthousiasm he guides you on a lovely sailing trip to Devil’s Saddle. Paolo... read more

    thumb Stijn
    03/05/2023

      Che si tratti di uscite tranquille o di navigare con forti venti Paolo é uno skipper esperto e garantisce un'esperienza in sicurezza, ricca di aneddoti e bei panorami. Con un... read more

    thumb Marco
    18/08/2021

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