Tour des Ports de la Manche: Normandy and Channel Islands Sailing Adventure

A multi-day adventure combining competitive coastal racing with lively social experiences. Sail from Granville through Normandy’s ports and the Channel Islands, navigating tides and practicing offshore skills by day, and enjoying dockside meals, drinks, and live music each evening. Perfect for sailors seeking a mix of competition, teamwork, and festive fun.

⛵ Key Details

• Duration: 5 days
• Location: Granville, Normandy & Channel Islands
• Ages: 18+ (or 16+ if accompanied by a parent)
• Experience level: Previous offshore sailing experience required
• Activity type: Multi-day coastal racing & adventure

🧭 Key Skills

• Coastal passage planning and navigation
• Tidal and current management
• Spinnaker and sail handling in offshore conditions
• Teamwork and offshore watch systems
• Competitive racing strategy in multi-leg events

📖 What to Expect

Expect several hours of sailing each day, combining competitive coastal racing with skill-building in navigation, tides, and offshore techniques. The route takes you from Granville to Jersey and along Normandy’s ports, providing hands-on experience in offshore conditions and race tactics.

Evenings provide a complete change of pace, with dockside dinners, local drinks, and entertainment. Crews can choose to participate in the return delivery to the UK on the final day, extending offshore experience and adding variety to the adventure.

📍 Location

Granville is a vibrant port on Normandy’s coast, offering an ideal base for offshore and coastal racing. The route passes through Jersey and the Channel Islands, featuring sheltered anchorages, tidal passages, and clear waters for navigation practice.

The Channel Islands provide safe harbours, scenic sailing routes, and charming towns. Each port allows crews to unwind, enjoy local cuisine, and take in cultural and social experiences alongside the sailing adventure.

⚓ Prerequisites

Participants should have prior offshore sailing experience or be confident handling longer passages, spinnaker work, and watch rotations. This ensures safety and smooth operations on board.

A cooperative attitude and willingness to participate in all onboard tasks is essential for a successful and enjoyable trip.

🌊 Why Choose Us

Experienced skippers provide guidance and practical learning, helping crews sharpen offshore racing skills while navigating Normandy and the Channel Islands. The combination of competition, teamwork, and hands-on sailing makes this an engaging and skill-building experience.

Evenings at each port offer opportunities to enjoy French cuisine, drinks, and live entertainment, creating a well-rounded summer sailing adventure that mixes racing intensity with dockside relaxation.