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Explore Le Verdon-sur-Mer and enjoy a full day of sailing on a sailboat

Port Bloc, Le Verdon-sur-Mer, France

5
50 REVIEWS
5
PEOPLE
6h00
DURATION
With owner as skipper
You will be accompanied by the owner, who speaks French.
Super Owner
Bernard is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Fuel
    Car Parking

About the experience

Capacity: 5 people + the captain (me). Day trips only.

The First 31.7 is a star of fast and comfortable cruising that needs no introduction!
Sailing is dependent on the day's tides and weather conditions.
This will take us sailing in the estuary towards the cliffs of Meschers or out to sea towards the Cordouan lighthouse.
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, windbreaker, flat shoes with clean soles, and a picnic lunch, plus a touch of good humor, will be all you need. We only take a maximum of 5 people plus myself. For larger groups, we can consider splitting the trip into two half-days on the same day.

After a short safety briefing, sailing will be according to the tides, departing from Port Bloc (Port du Bac in Verdon-sur-Mer 33123) between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

The price is all-inclusive. (Website commission and contribution to boat expenses in the form of onboard expenses and fuel).

I will handle all aspects of the navigation, but I enjoy offering an educational activity with participation in the maneuvers.

In case of bad weather, which has never happened, I would suggest rescheduling.

Looking forward to having you on board, Bernard

PS: Before committing, I need to know the composition of your family: number of adults and children, as well as their ages (I will be taking 5 people and myself).

About the experience

Capacity: 5 people + the captain (me). Day trips only.

The First 31.7 is a star of fast and comfortable cruising that needs no introduction!
Sailing is dependent on the day's tides and weather conditions.
This will take us sailing in the estuary towards the cliffs of Meschers or out to sea towards the Cordouan lighthouse.
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, windbreaker, flat shoes with clean soles, and a picnic lunch, plus a touch of good humor, will be all you need. We only take a maximum of 5 people plus myself. For larger groups, we can consider splitting the trip into two half-days on the same day.

After a short safety briefing, sailing will be according to the tides, departing from Port Bloc (Port du Bac in Verdon-sur-Mer 33123) between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

The price is all-inclusive. (Website commission and contribution to boat expenses in the form of onboard expenses and fuel).

I will handle all aspects of the navigation, but I enjoy offering an educational activity with participation in the maneuvers.

In case of bad weather, which has never happened, I would suggest rescheduling.

Looking forward to having you on board, Bernard

PS: Before committing, I need to know the composition of your family: number of adults and children, as well as their ages (I will be taking 5 people and myself).

Organised by Bernard
Verified boat
· Super owner · 50 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Port Bloc, Le Verdon-sur-Mer, France
Arrive back at:
Port Bloc, Le Verdon-sur-Mer, France

5/5 · 50 reviews

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    ERIC
    Date of the rental 29/06/2025  ·  Date of the review 06/07/2025

    Translated from French

    Top-notch boat and skipper. Magnificent body of water. Bernard is an exceptional host.
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    Camille
    Date of the rental 10/05/2025  ·  Date of the review 14/05/2025

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful day on Bernard's sailboat! Bernard is a warm and welcoming host, who took the time to explain the basics of sailing to us, which made the experience even more enriching. The sailboat was in perfect condition, and the day at sea went smoothly. We highly recommend this experience and hope to have the opportunity to sail with Bernard again!
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    Stéphane
    Date of the rental 19/10/2024  ·  Date of the review 20/10/2024

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    A top skipper with a desire to share his experience and knowledge of sailing, he has perfect command of his sailboat and his sailing sector.
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    Pierre-Albert
    Date of the rental 09/09/2024  ·  Date of the review 11/09/2024

    Translated from French

    Exceptional day with Bernard who passed on to us his love of the region and sailing. He put people at ease and reassured them that they would have a great time. We will happily go out with him again as soon as the opportunity arises.
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Reviews
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    ERIC
    Jul 2025

    Translated from French

    Top-notch boat and skipper. Magnificent body of water. Bernard is an exceptional host.
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    Camille
    May 2025

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful day on Bernard's sailboat! Bernard is a warm and welcoming host, who took the time to explain the basics of sailing to us, which made the experience even more enriching. The sailboat was in perfect condition, and the day at sea went smoothly. We highly recommend this experience and hope to have the opportunity to sail with Bernard again!
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    Stéphane
    Oct 2024

    Translated from French

    A top skipper with a desire to share his experience and knowledge of sailing, he has perfect command of his sailboat and his sailing sector.
  • P
    Pierre-Albert
    Sep 2024

    Translated from French

    Exceptional day with Bernard who passed on to us his love of the region and sailing. He put people at ease and reassured them that they would have a great time. We will happily go out with him again as soon as the opportunity arises.
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    Simon
    Aug 2024

    Translated from French

    Great memories with Bernard! To do again
  • Christophe
    Aug 2024

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    Magnificent day at sea with Bernard. Climbing the Genneker, sailing along the Cordouan lighthouse and reaching the blue waters! Becoming one with nature! It was a real pleasure for everyone! Thank you Bernard! Thank you for your explanations and for letting us participate in the navigation. And the exchanges that we want to continue! A beautiful interlude at sea!
  • M
    MARIE
    Sep 2023

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    Super moment
  • J
    Jacques
    Aug 2023

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    Super friendly and open skipper. The "cruise" was very enriching, ranging from vocabulary adapted to the marine world to practice in the appropriate conditions, including the discovery of goggles against seasickness! The Skipper let the people who wanted to test the helm and take care of the sails. He is very talkative and good with children! Very affordable price for a 6 hour cruise. I recommend !!!!!! ?
  • G
    Gérard
    Aug 2023

    Translated from French

    The mistake not to make is not to meet Bernard!
  • M
    Marie-anne
    Aug 2023

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    How to say... a wonderful day, Bernard is more than adorable. He pays attention to everyone, the children loved him and we will remember this moment because Bernard is extraordinary. Really happiness. Thank you again and don't hesitate, Bernard is great!!!
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    Thierry
    Aug 2023

    Translated from French

    Bernard received us with great professionalism and kindness. He was able to put the whole family at ease for a moment of discovery with a very rough sea. The exchanges are easy and rewarding. His reassuring side was much appreciated. Thank you again for the availability for the girls ?. To recommend without hesitation
  • C
    Chantal
    Jul 2023

    Translated from French

    Magical day, fantastic weather, we were able thanks to the favorable wind to go to the lighthouse and bathe in the conch of the new island. Beautiful area. To do without hesitation! Thank you Bernard for this day.
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    Gatet
    Jul 2023

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    We had a great day with Bernard, a remarkable sailor and warm teacher whom we recommend for anyone wishing to discover or improve their skills in sailing. Comfortable boat on which it is very pleasant to sail.
  • Michal
    Aug 2022

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    Bernard is a great sailor and an excellent navigator. He knows all the secrets of navigation, which he shares, because Bernard is also a great teacher. He will answer all your questions without any problem. Patient, always polite and cheerful. His boat is in very good condition and very well equipped. I hope we will go back to sea together one day.
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    Christel
    Aug 2022

    Translated from French

    Thank you Bernard for this wonderful day. Your welcome, your kindness, your communication delighted us. We return with our heads full of beautiful memories. Valentin, Satomi, Chloe and Chantal join me See you soon
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    Philippe
    Aug 2022

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    Very nice moment of sharing, the day was perfect. To be redone very quickly, Thank you Bernard for this beautiful moment Valerie Philippe
  • Emmanuel
    Jul 2022

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    Thank you Bernard for this beautiful and very interesting day of sailing in the estuary and its strong tidal currents. I believe that this little one-day trip, embellished with beautiful discussions full of friendship, will remain the best memory of my holidays in Royan.
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    CELINE
    Jul 2022

    Translated from French

    A very nice day of initiation at sea, a big thank you to Bernard for his welcome and his good humor. A very endearing person with great sailing experience. We spent an unforgettable day, rich in emotions, sensations and sharing. Thanks also to Nouchka for rocking us on the waves ?
  • J
    Jean-François
    Jul 2022

    Translated from French

    Bernard gave us an excellent welcome aboard his sailboat. He is also a very pleasant captain who is keen, on request, to share his passion for sailing and the Gironde estuary. I recommend without moderation. Thank you Bernard for this beautiful day and see you soon.
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    Olga
    Jun 2022

    Translated from French

    Bernard is a very nice person, the boat is in perfect condition, the sails are new and very well made. The boat is ideally maintained and clean. We would happily do a stay with Bernard again.
  • S
    Sophie
    May 2022

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    Very good day aboard Bernard's sailboat. It was a very good time. We felt safe. Bernard explains well. Thank you for all these exchanges which were not confined to sailing!
  • J
    Julie
    Sep 2021

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    Great day on board with Bernard. Good humor, relaxation and a few sailing lessons and here is a great day out of time between Cordouan and "the river". Thank you for leaving us the helm, this feeling of holding the wind in the sails is magical. See you soon
  • M
    Martine
    Aug 2021

    Translated from French

    Superb day aboard a top sailboat, a very generous owner in advice. Our tourism and navigation objectives largely achieved, we recommend Bernard and his sailboat without restraint. See you soon !
  • L
    LAETITIA
    Aug 2021

    Translated from French

    We spent a pleasant day with Bernard. For a first, we discovered sailing in a Bell way, rewarding from every point of view. Bernard presents things in a fun way. Thank you again and we will not hesitate to return Clement, Loïc, Alain and Laetitia
  • V
    Vincent
    Aug 2021

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    Superb outing at sea with Bernard. His boat is very nice and we leave this day with lots of nice memories. thanks again
  • Pauline
    Aug 2021

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    An extraordinary day with Bernard who was able to introduce us with great tact and pedagogy to sailing on board his superb sailboat. As soon as we left the port, he was able to put us at ease at the helm and we were able to take part in all the manoeuvres. Bernard is also an excellent conversationalist and showed and told us about different sites that we came across. The day went by at full speed and we came home full of images!
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    DUCROT
    May 2021

    Translated from French

    Great experience with Bernard who was able to pass on his passion to us with a lot of pedagogy, all the crew were able to steer and participate in the manoeuvres. To recommend ! Pascal, Maryse, Stéphane, Sylvie, Joseph, Sylvie.
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    Amandine
    Apr 2021

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    We had a great day on board! Bernard is very friendly and professional. I recommend 1000 times!

Good to know

Right of withdrawal for this booking:
Cancellation policy : Moderate
70% refund up to 10 days before arrival, excluding service fees and commission.
Booking conditions
Owner as skipper
Security deposit : £45

Tags

  • Sailboat Tour