Senior sailboat trips
Experiences at sea with like-minded people
Sailing trips for adults
Enjoy a stress-free holiday
A senior sailboat trip with a skipper and host is a relaxing holiday for mature travellers. We take care of the planning, sailing and cooking so you can relax and enjoy the gorgeous surroundings, cosy villages and beautiful beaches. No previous sailing experience is required. The trips tend to run in the pre-season or late season when there are fewer tourists, temperatures are more pleasant and the ports are calmer.
Included in your sailing trip
Sail with like-minded people
What are senior trips?
A senior sailing trip is tailored for people who are middle-aged or older who are looking to sail with like-minded travellers, and enjoy beautiful surroundings and life at sea on a sailboat.
A senior sailboat trip is essentially just like any other sailing trip run by More Sailing. You get a complete package with flights and transfers, a Swedish skipper and host, delicious meals on board the boat, and all the planning taken care of for a week of sailing. All you need to manage independently during the trip are evening meals and your activities when we go ashore.
This trip is perfect for people who are open, sociable, and enjoy meeting new people. No previous sailing experience is required, but if you are curious, you would obviously be welcome to take a turn at the helm, pull in the ropes and learn more about sailing from our knowledgeable skippers. It’s just as much fun to travel solo, as a couple or with a group – it’s entirely up to you. However, you can be sure there won’t be any families with children or young people on board the boat.
Life on board
What does a typical day on board look like?
Morning
The day starts with a large breakfast buffet which everyone enjoys on board the boat. Take the opportunity to go for a morning swim, perhaps a coffee at a local café, or enjoy some peace and quiet under the sun’s first warming rays on the foredeck.
Mid-Morning
After a short breakfast meeting, at which the skipper presents the day’s route, it’s time to set sail. Now is your chance to try your hand at sailing and learn more about navigation and hoisting the sails. Or you can enjoy your surroundings, maybe reading a book in the shade or having a pleasant chat in the cockpit.
Lunchtime
At lunchtime, the smells coming from the kitchen are delicious. Next you’ll arrive at the scheduled stop, a quiet and beautiful bay – perfect for enjoying today’s lunch. Here we drop anchor for a few hours and there is plenty of time to swim, bathe and relax on the boat.
Afternoon
In the afternoon we sail on to a pretty harbour or bay where we will spend the night. Don’t miss the chance to spot dolphins or porpoises along the way, learn more about the area you are travelling through, and bask in the pleasant afternoon sun.
Evening
Some light snacks are served on arrival, while the skipper tells you a little more about the day’s destination. After that you’re free to head off on your own adventures. Enjoy the cuisine at one of the local restaurants before letting the sea lull you to sleep on board the boat.
Suits those looking for:
Relaxing sailing holiday
Clear, fully inclusive package
Travel with like-minded people
“Going on a sailing trip complete with crew is such a convenient way to experience sailing, even if you can’t or don’t want to sail yourself.”
Our destinations
Come with us to destinations such as Croatia, Greece, Italy and Sweden during the summer season, and the Caribbean when the autumn and winter chill sets in. No matter which destination you choose, our offer is the same – a complete package where you can relax while we take care of everything, from departure to your return home.
FAQs
What’s it like to stay on board one of our boats?
Staying on a boat isn’t so different from being at home – the main difference is that there is limited space, water and electricity on board. That’s why it’s a good idea to think about saving water and take shorter showers, especially when you are moored to a buoy or at anchor.
You will stay in a private cabin aboard a catamaran or yacht, depending on which trip you book. Each cabin sleeps two people, so if you’re travelling alone, you will share a cabin with another guest. Depending on the boat model, guests will sleep in either double beds or bunk beds.
All our boats have comfortable beds, a kitchen (galley), showers and toilets, as well as areas for socialising including the cockpit, parts of the foredeck and the saloon inside the boat.
Whilst sailing, you can charge your phone via a 12V power socket. When moored in a marina with access to shore-side electricity, you can charge via a 220V power socket.
Some of our boats have generators – when the generator is running you can use the 220V power socket without being connected to shore-side electricity.
Harbours often have showers and toilets you can use, depending on the destination.
What’s it like having a host on board?
On board the boat you are in safe hands with the crew; they take care of everything and make sure you’re having a good time. Meals on board the boat are prepared and served by the host, so you can relax and enjoy the trip. Our sailing trips always include breakfast, lunch and a drinks package (water, soft drinks, wine/beer with meals). You will eat dinner ashore in the harbour towns and villages we arrive at in the evenings, and these are at your own expense. Don’t hesitate to ask for tips on the best local restaurants – we’ll be happy to share our favourites!
What’s it like to sail with a skipper?
A sailing trip with a skipper is the perfect holiday if you want to relax and enjoy, but also take an active part in sailing and other fun experiences. The skipper steers the boat, is responsible for safety, and helps to plan the route. Our skippers are not only professionals, they also know where to find the best islands, restaurants and bays for swimming. The skipper sleeps on board the boat but always has their own cabin, and is available whenever needed.
In addition to extensive sailing experience, our skippers hold certifications such as the Coastal Skipper Examination, Boat Skipper licence C and Short Range Certificate (SRC) licence. All our staff undergo thorough training arranged by More Sailing in Sweden and Croatia.
What about insurance and cancellation if something happens?
You can find more information about insurance and what happens in the event of cancellation in our travel terms and conditions.
Can I hire a stand-up paddle board (SUP)?
If you want to, you can hire a SUP for your boat. Let us know and we’ll see what’s available!