A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Low-carbonOn the program, navigation and stopovers while developing technical skills. This stay allows you to navigate in the Pertuis Charentais, in a perimeter ranging from La Rochelle to the Island of Ré, the Island of Oléron or the Island of Aix.
To note:
Cruise stays depend on weather conditions.
Thus, this program is given for information purposes only and may be modified according to climatic conditions.
Do you have questions about your stay? Find our FAQ by copying the following link into your browser's search bar: https://www.ucpa.com/formations/ecole-de-voile/faq
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Low-carbon This 4-day sailing cruise allows you to sail around La Rochelle and its islands. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced person, you are welcome.On the program, navigation and stopovers while developing technical skills. This stay allows you to navigate in the Pertuis Charentais, in a perimeter ranging from La Rochelle to the Island of Ré, the Island of Oléron or the Island of Aix.
To note:
Cruise stays depend on weather conditions. Thus, this program is given for information purposes only and may be modified according to climatic conditions.
Do you have questions about your stay? Find our FAQ by copying the following link into your browser's search bar: https://www.ucpa.com/formations/ecole-de-voile/faq
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Discover the islands of Charente (Fort Boyard, Ile d'Aix, Ile de Ré)
- Unique human experience
- Safe liveable cruising
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Discover the islands of Charente (Fort Boyard, Ile d'Aix, Ile de Ré)
- Unique human experience
- Safe liveable cruising
Included
- Accommodation on board sailing boats
- Apprenticeship according to your level
- The adapted framework
- Collective and sports equipment
- Safety and rescue equipment
- Civil liability insurance
Not Included
- Transport
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
- The on-board cash register (15€/day)
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1:
Reception at 10 am in front of the captaincy of the port of Minimes in La Rochelle.
Crew constitution, menu preparation, refueling, safety overview
Reception at 10 am in front of the captaincy of the port of Minimes in La Rochelle.
Crew constitution, menu preparation, refueling, safety overview
Departure of the boat
During your stay
Day 2 to 3:
On the program:
- Navigation from 6 to 8 hours per day on average (depending on weather conditions), during the day only
On the program:
- Navigation from 6 to 8 hours per day on average (depending on weather conditions), during the day only
- Raising awareness about the preservation of the marine environment
- Learning to sail and improving according to the level
- Participate in maneuvers on board by alternating on the different positions (transfer, gybes, hoisting and adjusting sails, meteorology), in the development of menus, the preparation of meals, in the cleaning and storage of the boat
- Excursions, shore walks, swimming and relaxing time
- Stroll around the island of Ré (depending on the itinerary and the weather) and the island of Aix on foot or by bike (depending on the itinerary and the weather)
- Passage in front of Fort Boyard (depending on the itinerary and the weather)
To note:
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment.
In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
- Learning to sail and improving according to the level
- Participate in maneuvers on board by alternating on the different positions (transfer, gybes, hoisting and adjusting sails, meteorology), in the development of menus, the preparation of meals, in the cleaning and storage of the boat
- Excursions, shore walks, swimming and relaxing time
- Stroll around the island of Ré (depending on the itinerary and the weather) and the island of Aix on foot or by bike (depending on the itinerary and the weather)
- Passage in front of Fort Boyard (depending on the itinerary and the weather)
To note:
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment.
In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Last day
Day 4:
Debriefing of the stay
Boat storage, cleaning and maintenance.
End of the stay at 6 pm at the Port des Minimes in La Rochelle.
Debriefing of the stay
Boat storage, cleaning and maintenance.
End of the stay at 6 pm at the Port des Minimes in La Rochelle.
To note:
The course of this program is indicative. It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants. Under 3 team members, UCPA reserves the right to cancel the stay or mix it with a similar stay. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
The course of this program is indicative. It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants. Under 3 team members, UCPA reserves the right to cancel the stay or mix it with a similar stay. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
Hosting
Accommodation destination La Rochelle cruise
It is equipped with 2 to 3 double berths depending on the boat with storage and individual reading light and the possibility of sleeping in the saloon.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Our 35 to 45 foot boats are comfortable liveable sailboats. They were chosen for their technicality and their maneuverability in any circumstance/situation.
So sailing and living on board are a real pleasure.
Interior layout:
- Minimum seven beds (square or cabins) with storage
- A sanitary area with sink and bathroom.
- A warm square.
- An equipped kitchen.
- A card table.
Hygiene on board:
All ports are equipped with showers for boaters. The boats have showers to rinse off at the end of the swim. It is advisable to equip yourself with sea soap to have better management of fresh water on board.
Interior layout:
- Minimum seven beds (square or cabins) with storage
- A sanitary area with sink and bathroom.
- A warm square.
- An equipped kitchen.
- A card table.
Hygiene on board:
All ports are equipped with showers for boaters. The boats have showers to rinse off at the end of the swim. It is advisable to equip yourself with sea soap to have better management of fresh water on board.
Equipment Included
Our 35 to 45 foot boats are comfortable liveable sailboats. They were chosen for their technicality and their maneuverability in any circumstance/situation.
So sailing and living on board are a real pleasure.
Interior layout:
- Minimum seven beds (square or cabins) with storage
- A sanitary area with sink and bathroom.
- A warm square.
- An equipped kitchen.
- A card table.
Hygiene on board:
All ports are equipped with showers for boaters. The boats have showers to rinse off at the end of the swim. It is advisable to equip yourself with sea soap to have better management of fresh water on board.
So sailing and living on board are a real pleasure.
Interior layout:
- Minimum seven beds (square or cabins) with storage
- A sanitary area with sink and bathroom.
- A warm square.
- An equipped kitchen.
- A card table.
Hygiene on board:
All ports are equipped with showers for boaters. The boats have showers to rinse off at the end of the swim. It is advisable to equip yourself with sea soap to have better management of fresh water on board.
Address and access
You are coming by train:
The port of Minimes in La Rochelle is located 20 minutes by bus from the SNCF train station.
You can take the bus No.
The port of Minimes in La Rochelle is located 20 minutes by bus from the SNCF train station.
You can take the bus No.
4 Illico during the week (bus No. 43 on Sundays). It is taken 50 m from the train station at the 1st roundabout (stop Plage des Minimes) and head towards the harbor master's office.
You choose carpooling:
From the A10 motorway, take exit 33 (Charente Maritime La Rochelle) and follow the direction Quartier des Minimes and turn towards the harbor master's office (free parking nearby).
You choose carpooling:
From the A10 motorway, take exit 33 (Charente Maritime La Rochelle) and follow the direction Quartier des Minimes and turn towards the harbor master's office (free parking nearby).
Address and access
You are coming by train:
The port of Minimes in La Rochelle is located 20 minutes by bus from the SNCF train station.
You can take the bus No. 4 Illico during the week (bus No. 43 on Sundays). It is taken 50 m from the train station at the 1st roundabout (stop Plage des Minimes) and head towards the harbor master's office.
You choose carpooling:
From the A10 motorway, take exit 33 (Charente Maritime La Rochelle) and follow the direction Quartier des Minimes and turn towards the harbor master's office (free parking nearby).
The port of Minimes in La Rochelle is located 20 minutes by bus from the SNCF train station.
You can take the bus No. 4 Illico during the week (bus No. 43 on Sundays). It is taken 50 m from the train station at the 1st roundabout (stop Plage des Minimes) and head towards the harbor master's office.
You choose carpooling:
From the A10 motorway, take exit 33 (Charente Maritime La Rochelle) and follow the direction Quartier des Minimes and turn towards the harbor master's office (free parking nearby).
Equipment not included
- 1 soft bag that can easily be stored on board (no hard suitcase)
- 1 pair of non-slip closed shoes (tennis shoes type)
- 1 flashlight or headlamp
- 1 pair of non-slip closed shoes (tennis shoes type)
- 1 flashlight or headlamp
- 1 insulated bottle
- warm and light clothing
- 1 windbreaker or watch jacket (depending on the expected weather conditions)
- 1 cap or 1 hat
- 1 sun cream
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 personal pharmacy with painkiller, analgesic and antinaupathic
- 1 sea soap for the toilet
- 1 personal toilet bag
- 1 swimsuit
- 1 sleeping bag
- 1 bottom sheet
-1 tea towel
- possibly: 1 pillow + 1 pair of sailing gloves
- possibly: 1 pair of fins + 1 mask and snorkel
- The on-board cash register: provide the sum of €15/day/person to be given to the sailing instructor at the beginning of the stay. The cash box includes: refueling, berth, fuel and gas.
To note:
As weather conditions may vary, it is advisable to anticipate your week by consulting the weather forecast before leaving and to provide appropriate equipment in case of rain (waterproof jacket, waterproof pants and pair of boots). If not, a windbreaker is sufficient.
- warm and light clothing
- 1 windbreaker or watch jacket (depending on the expected weather conditions)
- 1 cap or 1 hat
- 1 sun cream
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 personal pharmacy with painkiller, analgesic and antinaupathic
- 1 sea soap for the toilet
- 1 personal toilet bag
- 1 swimsuit
- 1 sleeping bag
- 1 bottom sheet
-1 tea towel
- possibly: 1 pillow + 1 pair of sailing gloves
- possibly: 1 pair of fins + 1 mask and snorkel
- The on-board cash register: provide the sum of €15/day/person to be given to the sailing instructor at the beginning of the stay. The cash box includes: refueling, berth, fuel and gas.
To note:
As weather conditions may vary, it is advisable to anticipate your week by consulting the weather forecast before leaving and to provide appropriate equipment in case of rain (waterproof jacket, waterproof pants and pair of boots). If not, a windbreaker is sufficient.
Equipment not included
- 1 soft bag that can easily be stored on board (no hard suitcase)
- 1 pair of non-slip closed shoes (tennis shoes type)
- 1 flashlight or headlamp
- 1 insulated bottle
- warm and light clothing
- 1 windbreaker or watch jacket (depending on the expected weather conditions)
- 1 cap or 1 hat
- 1 sun cream
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 personal pharmacy with painkiller, analgesic and antinaupathic
- 1 sea soap for the toilet
- 1 personal toilet bag
- 1 swimsuit
- 1 sleeping bag
- 1 bottom sheet
-1 tea towel
- possibly: 1 pillow + 1 pair of sailing gloves
- possibly: 1 pair of fins + 1 mask and snorkel
- The on-board cash register: provide the sum of €15/day/person to be given to the sailing instructor at the beginning of the stay. The cash box includes: refueling, berth, fuel and gas.
To note:
As weather conditions may vary, it is advisable to anticipate your week by consulting the weather forecast before leaving and to provide appropriate equipment in case of rain (waterproof jacket, waterproof pants and pair of boots). If not, a windbreaker is sufficient.
- 1 pair of non-slip closed shoes (tennis shoes type)
- 1 flashlight or headlamp
- 1 insulated bottle
- warm and light clothing
- 1 windbreaker or watch jacket (depending on the expected weather conditions)
- 1 cap or 1 hat
- 1 sun cream
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 personal pharmacy with painkiller, analgesic and antinaupathic
- 1 sea soap for the toilet
- 1 personal toilet bag
- 1 swimsuit
- 1 sleeping bag
- 1 bottom sheet
-1 tea towel
- possibly: 1 pillow + 1 pair of sailing gloves
- possibly: 1 pair of fins + 1 mask and snorkel
- The on-board cash register: provide the sum of €15/day/person to be given to the sailing instructor at the beginning of the stay. The cash box includes: refueling, berth, fuel and gas.
To note:
As weather conditions may vary, it is advisable to anticipate your week by consulting the weather forecast before leaving and to provide appropriate equipment in case of rain (waterproof jacket, waterproof pants and pair of boots). If not, a windbreaker is sufficient.
Physical intensity
Not very sporty or not very sporty
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
Physical intensity
Not very sporty or not very sporty
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.
Level of expertise
All levels
Technical level - All levels
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Level of expertise
All levels
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Restauration
The refuelling is done at the beginning of the internship.
Meals are taken on board the boat. Provide an additional €15/per day and per person for the on-board cash register (which is used to pay for shipping costs, food, fuel, gas and small consumables).
Meals are taken on board the boat. Provide an additional €15/per day and per person for the on-board cash register (which is used to pay for shipping costs, food, fuel, gas and small consumables).
Restauration
The refuelling is done at the beginning of the internship.
Meals are taken on board the boat. Provide an additional €15/per day and per person for the on-board cash register (which is used to pay for shipping costs, food, fuel, gas and small consumables).
Meals are taken on board the boat. Provide an additional €15/per day and per person for the on-board cash register (which is used to pay for shipping costs, food, fuel, gas and small consumables).
Management
Adapted supervision: 1 instructor qualified by the UCPA Cruise School after a complete and thorough training, both technically and pedagogically.
Safety ensured by the competence and experience of the instructor.
1 captain for 6 or 7 participants maximum.
1 captain for 6 or 7 participants maximum.
Management
Adapted supervision: 1 instructor qualified by the UCPA Cruise School after a complete and thorough training, both technically and pedagogically.
Safety ensured by the competence and experience of the instructor.
1 captain for 6 or 7 participants maximum.
Safety ensured by the competence and experience of the instructor.
1 captain for 6 or 7 participants maximum.
Important information
Port des Minimes Quai du Bout Blanc
17000 LA ROCHELLE
Tel: 02 97 05 50 50
Email: croisieres@ucpa.asso.fr
17000 LA ROCHELLE
Tel: 02 97 05 50 50
Email: croisieres@ucpa.asso.fr
Important information
Port des Minimes Quai du Bout Blanc
17000 LA ROCHELLE
Tel: 02 97 05 50 50
Email: croisieres@ucpa.asso.fr
17000 LA ROCHELLE
Tel: 02 97 05 50 50
Email: croisieres@ucpa.asso.fr