Experience the fascination of two islands on one passage: From Sicily's vibrant capital Palermo, we sail along the spectacular northwest coast to the Egadi Islands – one of the last insider tips in the Mediterranean – and then across the open sea to southern Sardinia. Turquoise bays, a breathtaking crossing, and the wild beauty of Sardinia's south coast await us. A week of contrasts: Sicilian temperament, remote island worlds, a genuine offshore passage, and Sardinian dream beaches.
Enjoy the last summer days of the year with sun, wind, and saltwater, jump into the incredibly clear water of the Egadi Islands, experience the vastness of the open sea on the crossing, and discover the Caribbean-like coves on Sardinia's south coast. We sail together, learn from each other, and enjoy the freedom on the water.
Galini, our Hanse 575, is a true bluewater yacht – built for living and travelling on the sea. We travel with warm-hearted people, discover the world together, and experience real boatlife: sun, wind, saltwater, small adventures, and the feeling of truly discovering something as a crew. Galini is at home on the sea and mostly far from her home port in Poros. You will be part of life on board. Things will not always go according to plan – sometimes something breaks or the weather changes our course – but that is precisely what makes it real. We are also very happy to show you the technology on board, and you can take part in all activities – navigating, steering, cooking, right through to the technical side. Not a cruise, but lived community, genuine experiences, and the magic of the sea.
The western Mediterranean offers ideal conditions for sailors. The route runs along the Spanish coast to the Balearic Islands. In June, pleasant temperatures prevail and the water temperature already invites swimming. The prevailing wind usually blows from an easterly direction with 3–5 Bft., which guarantees a pleasant sailing experience.
Our adventure starts on Saturday in Palermo – boarding, getting to know each other, and safety briefing in Sicily's fascinating capital. From Palermo we sail westwards along the north coast to Castellammare del Golfo, a picturesque fishing harbour at the foot of an Arab-Norman castle. Then on to Trapani, the city between two seas, known for its salt pans and windmills. From here we reach the Egadi Islands – an archipelago that seems frozen in time. Favignana with its famous Cala Rossa, the tiny island of Levanzo, and the wild Marettimo with its sea caves and marine protected area offer days of swimming, snorkelling, and wonder. From Marettimo, the westernmost island, we set off on the big crossing: about 199 nautical miles across the Tyrrhenian Sea to Sardinia – one night and one day at sea with night watches, starry skies, and the special feeling of vastness. In Carloforte on the Isola di San Pietro, a surprise awaits: a Ligurian town in the middle of the Mediterranean, founded by coral fishermen from Genoa who came via Tunisia to Sardinia – still today with its own dialect, tuna tradition, and Genoese alleys. From here we sail along Sardinia's south coast via Porto Pino and the dream beaches of Chia to Nora, where Phoenician-Roman ruins lie directly by the sea and partly underwater. In Cagliari, the lively capital of Sardinia on the Gulf of Angels, our passage ends. Which harbours and anchorages we exactly call at and how long we stay where is decided – as in real sailing – by the wind, the weather, and the crew together.
For those who want to collect miles for their next sailing certificate: since we cross the open sea on this passage, a good number of nautical miles go into the logbook. Of course, we will issue you an official mileage confirmation at the end of the trip.
Our Galini travels the world – and you can be part of it! With us, you are not an anonymous guest on a standard route, but part of a real crew that discovers new horizons together. We are not a classic charter company that runs the same trip every week. Instead, we sail together, experience real boatlife, and embrace the adventure that the sea holds for us.
Get on a well-equipped, lovingly maintained boat and enjoy the special: with us, nothing is off the shelf. Every passage is unique – sometimes spontaneous, sometimes planned, always full of surprises. Unplanned experiences are as much a part of it as relaxed days on deck.
Would you like more than just to come along? We take care of the technology on board together, and you can pitch in yourself if you want. You can turn a holiday passage into a real experience on a long-distance yacht and become part of life at sea.
Our passages combine holiday, experience, mindfulness, and real boatlife. Become part of our crew and experience a special time on Galini – authentic, community-oriented, and full of zest for adventure.
Our beautiful GALINI is a very fast, large, and comfortable yacht. She spent the winter in the Caribbean and will cross the Atlantic in April/May. She is a modern Hanse 575 with 4 double cabins and a skipper's cabin. Each cabin has its own bathroom with electric toilet. WiFi via Starlink (optional), multi-media, generator 220V / 7kW, (230V in all cabins), washing machine, airfryer, and coffee machine. She has large solar panels, radar, AIS, a watermaker, hydraulic bathing platform, and a tender with outboard engine. An abundance of safety and navigation equipment and much more – everything needed to be self-sufficient without having to call at a supply port. A yacht that meets the highest standards of safety, design, and comfort.
Her sailing characteristics are also outstanding! The Hanse was designed by Vovo Ocean Racers and is the fastest yacht in her class. Joy of sailing is guaranteed!
In September/October, pleasant conditions prevail on the west coast of Sicily and Sardinia. Temperatures are 24–28°C (air) and 23–25°C (water). Along the Sicilian north-west coast and the Egadi Islands, thermal winds and the Maestrale (NW) blow with typically 2–4 Bft. The sea between Sicily and Sardinia can become stronger in Mistral conditions – that is exactly why we choose the departure time from Marettimo carefully. On Sardinia's south coast, the wind is generally moderate, with thermal breezes in the afternoon. September is considered one of the best sailing times in the western Mediterranean: stable high-pressure systems, little rain, and pleasant temperatures without the heat of high summer.
Everyone can, if they wish, help with sailing, even steer the ship once, or simply enjoy the beautiful nature and the day. In addition, everyone is jointly responsible for the crew's meals. That means each person takes turns preparing breakfast or taking care of dinner. Usually the hobby cooks on board quickly emerge, and those who are not so keen on cooking simply hold back and do the washing up. When berthing and unberthing, everyone usually lends a hand according to their abilities and after instruction from the skipper. The boat is to be kept clean by the crew members during the passage. The final cleaning is done by the marina staff.
All crew members (except the skipper) pay a jointly agreed amount into the crew kitty. From this fund, all common costs incurred during the passage (e.g., diesel, harbour fees, deposit insurance, transit log, tourist tax, national and nature park fees, service pack for the provided bed linen, final cleaning, gas, marina fee for the first and last night in harbour, etc.) are covered. According to old seafaring tradition, the skipper is catered for by the crew during the passage.
Berth charter is the best opportunity for anyone who wants to get to know the sailing life. Prior knowledge or own sailing experience is not necessary. But perhaps you have already gained sailing experience, completed sailing training, and want to deepen it? – Then the skipper will give you the opportunity to try yourself out and help you gain future confidence. The crew can help shape the course of the passage, and their wishes will be heard, subject to safety and weather. On such a passage, you meet like-minded people, can make new nice acquaintances, and have an experienced skipper at your side who takes care of all nautical matters. The cabins on the yacht are usually equipped with different but very similar cabins. The berths are allocated by the skipper taking into account crew wishes. Whole cabins can be chartered by individuals, couples, or families. Payment is per person, and you don't have to worry about anything else.
We want to make sailing more sustainable and environmentally friendly. On GALINI we test different products with which you can have a great sailing experience while putting less strain on the environment. At the same time, she is on a journey to explore the world. Her base is in Poros, Greece. But she is usually on a long voyage. Our small team of skippers looks forward to experiencing a real sailing adventure with you!
