Savoring the sea and the stars

Gourmet and astronomical experience aboard a sailing yacht in Santander

Spaces Available

6 Seats

Duration

3 hours

Embarkation/Disembarkation

Marina del Cantábrico, in Santander

Format

Square to Square

A luxurious evening miles away from routine

The busy life and the illumination of the cities prevent us from looking up at the wonders of the firmament, take a break and experience a spectacle of lights and flavors in the sea.
We will leave the Bay behind and wait for the sunset tasting some anchovies and craft beer from Cantabria.
Afterwards, we will learn to navigate with the guidance of the stars.
Book your adventure and you will discover a more authentic way of life, which adapts to the rhythm of the sea.

Free cancellation up to 7 days in advance.

Free date change up to 3 days before (or cancellation with 80% refund)

Supplier activity: Cabo Mayor

Languages available: English and Spanish

Location: Santander - Marina del Cantábrico

Includes:

Exclusive boat

Tasting on board

Cleaning

Fuel

Compulsory Travelers Insurance

From
120€
/adulto
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Onboard astronavigation workshop

You will be able to experiment with the astronavigation instruments that have guided mankind for millennia.

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Guides in the sea and sky

You will be accompanied by professional skippers and Starlight monitors, who will teach you curiosities about the firmament and astronavigation.

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Virtual Reality

Let us take you on a journey into the past with our virtual reality experience.
Our ship will travel back to the 16th century to discover how sailors used the stars to calculate their position and guide their ships.
Available from June!

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Learn curiosities about the stars

You will learn to recognize the stars and constellations with the help of a planisphere.
In addition, you will discover how to use the sextant to guide navigation.

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Navigation under unique skies

Get away from light pollution to see the sky in all its splendor.

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With the best of the Earth

While the sun sets, we will taste some Fredo la Estrella del Norte anchovies and a Smach beer produced in Cantabria.
There will also be Cantabrian wine and soft drinks.

Our itinerary:

At sunset

We embark and set sail

  • We will depart from the Cantabrian Marina in Santander.
  • We will wait for the stars to come out while tasting local gourmet products.
In the twilight

Navigating and observing

  • We will move away from the Bay to notice the difference by moving away from light pollution.
  • We will admire the Milky Way and the constellations and learn how to use astronavigation instruments.

  When you book we will send you a Voucher with all the details: schedule, meeting point, contact telephone numbers and some recommendations.

You will go aboard the Izara, a 12-meter sailboat, or the 8-meter Kenza motorboat.

Boat specifications:

Length 11.99 m

Beam 3.90 m

Manufactured in 2007

Up to 10 persons + crew

3 Cabins

1 Bathroom

This boat has:

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Awning

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Bathroom ladder

Bathtub cushions

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Shower

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Speakers

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Spray hood

Hot water

USB port

Wi-Fi

Autopilot

Electric windlass

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GPS

Guides and charts

Probe

VHF

Oven/Stove

Refrigerator

Glasses and tubes

Gennaker

Mainsail with battens

Roller genoa

Spinnaker

Pattern

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Our astronavigators are here to make your experience unforgettable.
We will help you understand what is included in the price, what the boats are like, how the astronomical activities work and any other questions you may have.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I cancel the previously booked activity?

On each short or long experience page, you have the information and cancellation policy specific to it.
If you still have doubts, you can contact us and we will help you to solve them.

How can I pay at Sea Starlight?

All you have to do is pre-book your activity and fill in the contact information required on the screen.
Shortly, the person in charge of the chosen activity will contact you and will indicate the method of payment (usually by bank transfer or bizum).

If I am going to sail, is it necessary to have any previous experience?

Our experiences are designed for anyone with an interest and no sailing or astronomy experience is required.
Our instructors and skippers love to share their knowledge with all those who visit us.

What should I bring on the day of departure?

Before the activity you will receive a voucher with all the details of your reservation and with the main tips both for sailing and for making observations.
It will depend a lot on the time of the year and the area where you are going to do your activity, but keep in mind that as a general rule, in the sea even in summer it is always advisable to wear several clothes and if we are hot we will remove layers.
Always take some warm clothes for sailing!
The same thing happens when we do observations at night, that although they are months of heat, at night temperatures drop quite a lot and it is preferable to be prepared with a good jacket, a hat to cover our head and even gloves.

Can I hire an exclusive activity?

Of course.
It will depend on the availability in each case but it is very common to reserve a boat for a family or group exclusively.

Is the activity I am going to perform insured?

All our boats are duly registered in List 6 and are covered by Civil Liability Insurance and SOVI (Compulsory Travelers Insurance).
Insurance to cover the typical case of not coming because my grandfather got sick is another matter.
In such cases, you have to take out personal insurance.

Can I get dizzy?

If you tend to get seasick, tell your skipper and he/she will give you some recommendations to avoid seasickness as much as possible, although they are not infallible since each body reacts differently to this situation.

How long is the experience and how is the time distributed on land and at sea?

Although it depends on each territory and especially on weather conditions and sea conditions, the standard is approximately 1 hour of navigation and 2 hours of observation on land.

How will I know where to find the meeting point?

Prior to departure we will send you a Voucher with all the details of your reservation: meeting point, what is included in your trip… and the telephone number of the skipper or instructor.

Will I have telephone coverage during my trip?

Depending on the geographical area you are in, it is likely that on trips away from the coast you may lose mobile coverage.

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We are an official travel agency

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Our vessels have passenger insurance (SOVI).

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Secure payment guarantee

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Committed to the sustainability of the seas and the sky

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We work with local suppliers and promote km 0

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Starlight Foundation Seal Certificates

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