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Introduction to sailing or half-day outing...

Port de Valras-Plage, Valras-Plage, France

5
11 REVIEWS
4
PEOPLE
4h00
DURATION
With owner as skipper
You will be accompanied by the owner, who speaks French. · Learn more
Super Owner
Patrice is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Fuel
    Car Parking
    Shower Onboard
    Drinking Water
    Towels
    Restroom Onboard
    Coffee
    Wine
    Fishing Gear

About the experience

For a short time on the water or an introduction to sailing.
At the mercy of the waves and the wind.
Morning outings from 9 am to 1 pm or afternoon outings from 3 pm to 7 pm.

We can glide along the water and enjoy the coastline, drop anchor and swim, or even try trolling for fish.

Or, if you prefer a sailing introduction, I would be delighted to teach you the basics of sailing.

Understanding and managing heeling.
Understanding and trimming the sails.
Maintaining a course.
Tacking and gybing.

In any case, welcome aboard.

About the experience

For a short time on the water or an introduction to sailing.
At the mercy of the waves and the wind.
Morning outings from 9 am to 1 pm or afternoon outings from 3 pm to 7 pm.

We can glide along the water and enjoy the coastline, drop anchor and swim, or even try trolling for fish.

Or, if you prefer a sailing introduction, I would be delighted to teach you the basics of sailing.

Understanding and managing heeling.
Understanding and trimming the sails.
Maintaining a course.
Tacking and gybing.

In any case, welcome aboard.

Organized by Patrice
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· Superowners · 11 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Port de Valras-Plage, Valras-Plage, France
Arrive back at:
Port de Valras-Plage, Valras-Plage, France

5/5 · 11 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
  • B
    Benjamin
    Date of the rental 10/11/26  ·  Date of the review 10/11/26

    Translated from French

    Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A superb outing at sea! We had a wonderful time with Patrice, who was very friendly, passionate, and a great teacher. He taught us so much about sailing, explained how the boat worked, and took the time to answer all our questions, even though we knew absolutely nothing about sailing! In addition to his kindness, he offered us coffee and even gave us a short fishing lesson in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. A truly wonderful experience, enriching and accessible to everyone, even beginners. A big thank you to him for his warm welcome, patience, and good humor! We highly recommend this outing and would gladly go again! ⚓?
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    Stephane
    Date of the rental 10/2/26  ·  Date of the review 10/2/26

    Translated from French

    Fantastic day with Patrice! He's a very good sailor, knows his stuff, and enjoys sharing his knowledge with us. Great experience...!!
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  • L
    Libby
    Date of the rental 9/14/26  ·  Date of the review 9/14/26
    We all had a great time with Patrice on our boat trip. Patrice was very responsive over messages and accommodated our ask of a short trip (2 hours) as we have 3 small kids. We all had a lovely time out at sea, and felt in safe hands with Patrice. Would definitely recommend as a lovely family experience 🛥️ ☀️
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  • M
    Marie
    Date of the rental 8/19/26  ·  Date of the review 8/22/26

    Translated from French

    A truly delightful outing with a captain who took excellent care of us. A wonderful introduction to sailing; Patrice easily drew us into his world with his passionate enthusiasm. The boat was clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. There were three of us (one adult and two children), and we were all thrilled with our afternoon at sea. Thank you again, and perhaps we'll see you next year.
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Reviews
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  • B
    Benjamin
    Oct 2026

    Translated from French

    Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A superb outing at sea! We had a wonderful time with Patrice, who was very friendly, passionate, and a great teacher. He taught us so much about sailing, explained how the boat worked, and took the time to answer all our questions, even though we knew absolutely nothing about sailing! In addition to his kindness, he offered us coffee and even gave us a short fishing lesson in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. A truly wonderful experience, enriching and accessible to everyone, even beginners. A big thank you to him for his warm welcome, patience, and good humor! We highly recommend this outing and would gladly go again! ⚓?
  • S
    Stephane
    Oct 2026

    Translated from French

    Fantastic day with Patrice! He's a very good sailor, knows his stuff, and enjoys sharing his knowledge with us. Great experience...!!
  • L
    Libby
    Sep 2026
    We all had a great time with Patrice on our boat trip. Patrice was very responsive over messages and accommodated our ask of a short trip (2 hours) as we have 3 small kids. We all had a lovely time out at sea, and felt in safe hands with Patrice. Would definitely recommend as a lovely family experience 🛥️ ☀️
  • M
    Marie
    Aug 2026

    Translated from French

    A truly delightful outing with a captain who took excellent care of us. A wonderful introduction to sailing; Patrice easily drew us into his world with his passionate enthusiasm. The boat was clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. There were three of us (one adult and two children), and we were all thrilled with our afternoon at sea. Thank you again, and perhaps we'll see you next year.
  • Maxime
    Aug 2026

    Translated from French

    A perfect day out with friends thanks to Patrice! From the moment we arrived until we returned to port, Patrice made us feel at ease, demonstrated excellent teaching skills, and kept us entertained! We laughed a lot, talked about ourselves, our lives, and his passion for sailing! As a true enthusiast, he told us about the sea, the winds, and taught us how to read all the instruments on board. Not to mention swimming in the open sea! And being towed by the boat! We highly recommend Patrice! We will definitely be back! Thank you for this wonderful day!
  • V
    vedran
    Aug 2026

    Translated from French

    Patrice is a sailing enthusiast and a wonderful person; he made us feel at ease and shared his passion for sailing with us. He's a genuine and kind person, and we returned from this trip with stars in our eyes and heads full of wonderful memories (a perfectly executed trip ?).
  • C
    Clément
    Aug 2026

    Translated from French

    Fantastic sailing trip aboard Patrice's sailboat ⛵️! We had a wonderful time, despite a few landlubbers discovering they didn't quite have their sea legs ? Patrice is very friendly, welcoming, and pleasant. A great experience that we highly recommend!
  • C
    Claudio
    Aug 2026

    Translated from German

    We had a wonderful day with Patrice on his boat, which is impeccably maintained and meets very high safety standards. Patrice always looked after our comfort (coffee, croissants, shower on board, etc.) and the trip was varied (sailing, swimming, learning). We would go sailing with Patrice again anytime. Patrice, thank you for this lovely trip.
  • J
    Jean Jacques
    Jun 2026

    Translated from French

    I had the pleasure of a memorable week of sailing aboard a boat I know well and particularly appreciate for its comfort and the safety it guarantees, even when the weather turns unpredictable. The skipper and his crewmate were incredibly kind and always attentive to my needs, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The provisions were plentiful and varied, which kept mealtimes from getting monotonous. I was also impressed by the crew's meticulous adherence to safety regulations, regardless of the conditions, and their ability to consistently offer a reliable alternative if the weather changed. The atmosphere was excellent, both during stopovers and in port, creating a friendly and welcoming ambiance. If you've never tried sailing and are thinking of giving it a go, don't hesitate: Patrice is the ideal partner for a successful first experience. You won't regret it! The Little Belgian
  • E
    Eloïse
    May 2026

    Translated from French

    Two very enjoyable and informative days aboard the Fox River, in the very pleasant company of Patrice! Thank you for sharing your passion and for your unfailing good humor! See you soon :)
  • L
    Lauriane
    Nov 2025

    Translated from French

    A superb day at sea! The boat was perfect and the owner was very pleasant and attentive. We had an unforgettable time in the sunshine, I highly recommend it!

Good to know

Cancellation policy
70% refund up to 10 days before arrival, excluding service fees and commission.
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Booking conditions
Owner as skipper

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  • Sailboat Tour
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