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.

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  •   Paolo is een warme sympathieke gastheer. Hij voorziet de gasten van comfort, heeft oog voor de veiligheid en houdt rekening met de wensen van zijn gasten. Daarnaast doet hij... read more

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    14/09/2022

  •   Bellissima esperienza; Paolo persona esperta, molto cordiale e disponibile!

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    30/06/2019

  •   Great trip highly recommend Paolo was great.

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    04/06/2022

  •   Bellissima esperienza; Paolo persona esperta, molto cordiale e disponibile!

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    30/06/2019

  •   Wunderschöne gegend mit einem perfektem Gastgeber man fühlt sich auf seinem Boot wilkomen.
    Die Leidenschaft des Gastgeberst für das Segeln ist mitreissend.

    thumb Lukas
    17/09/2022

  •   Bellissima esperienza; Paolo persona esperta, molto cordiale e disponibile!

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    30/06/2019

  •   Awesome people and experience! everytime I went to the Poetto I was wondering what's behind la Sella del Diavolo? It was very charming to see the cost sailing.

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    27/08/2022

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