Sailing on Gran Canary - Sailing trips

Floating like an arrow on the twinkling blue surges of the Atlantic Ocean, white-flagged and staying on target towards the continental coasts of Africa, America or Europe. All this is possible on Gran Canary.

This is why it shouldn´t surprise that sailing in the waters of the Canaric archipelago is practised since the 17th century. At first this elegant sport was reserved for wealthy british and dutch guests, nowadays sailing is a popular freetime activity for everyone during a holiday on Gran Canary.

With good reason the beautiful island became a magical destination for sailing professionals. This is where prestigious sailing competitions are held. The special flow and wind conditions of the Canary Islands, combined with the coast line and the impressive landscape provide great and plenty opportunities to put in all your sailing know how.
This is, e. g. for the Atlantic Rallye for Cruisers, one of the most important sailing events worldwide. It takes you from the Canary Islands over the Atlantic Ocean to the Caribbean Island Saint Lucia.
In case you want to gain some experience in sailing, the peak season is from October to March. To take the offers of the sailing schools and explore the secrets of trade wind, water and flow in the oceanic waters aroung Gran Canary.

Perfect starting points of the sailing trips are the splendidly construted sports harbours in Puerto de Mogán, Puerto Rico, Pasito Blanco, Las Palmas, Anfi del Mar, Agaete oder Arguineguin. Speaking of Puerto Rico: This is where you can rent beautiful apartments.
The countless sailing schools even enable beginners to experience the marvellous world of the Atlantic Ocean wind-driven, e. g. as a guest on a relaxed island-hopping. This might be the time of your life!