The first day of the trip will be dedicated to exploring the charming town of Machico and taking care of all the necessary matters: flights, arrival at the marina, grocery shopping, accommodations on the yacht, and a briefing. In the evening, we'll have dinner at a restaurant in Machico or on the yacht.

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We wake up early in the morning and set off for the Canary Islands. We have a true ocean passage of nearly 300 nautical miles ahead. We will take turns on watch, cook, and have lunch in the cockpit, enjoying the endless blue ocean. Max, if he's in the mood, will play guitar. We will share stories and impressions. And of course, in the evening, we will watch the most beautiful sunsets.

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On Day 3, we will still be underway. Someone will wake up at sunrise, while the person on the night watch will get up later. During the night, the captain and the deputy captain will definitely be on guard. In navigation, we will rely on electronics such as AIS and radar.
Ahead of us is another full day of stories, lunches, and dinners. We might encounter dolphins or something unusual in the ocean. If the water is calm and it's hot, we can stop to swim — it's very important during the passage to save fresh water and not waste it just like that.

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On the fourth day, closer to noon, we’ll sail into Marina Las Palmas in Gran Canaria.
The yacht will gently touch the dock, and at last we’ll indulge in the luxury of simple pleasures: a hot shower, fresh clothes, and a mug of cold beer with a view of dozens of white sails arriving here from every corner of the world.

The marina has a special atmosphere — a place where travelers, captains, and dreamers meet, sharing stories of ocean passages and plans for new horizons.

In the evening, a true feast of flavors awaits us: a cozy restaurant with Canarian dishes — fresh fish, papas arrugadas with mojo sauce, a glass of wine or sangria. We’ll laugh, relive the photos and videos from our passage, and share them on Instagram — because some moments are meant to be remembered forever.

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On the fifth day we’ll leave the yacht in the marina and set off to explore the island from the land. We’ll rent a car and drive out to discover its secrets and hidden beauty.

Our first stop will be at the Bandama Caldera — a vast volcanic crater offering sweeping views of the surroundings. From there, the road will take us to Arucas and Firgas, charming little towns with narrow streets, old churches, and fountains where time seems to flow more slowly.

By midday we’ll head into the mountains. The majestic Roque Nublo, the symbol of Gran Canaria, and nearby viewpoints will reward us with breathtaking panoramas of deep ravines and the endless ocean. In the Barranco de Guayadeque, we’ll find cave houses and cozy restaurants where we can taste local dishes in a truly unique atmosphere.

If time allows, we’ll continue west, to the El Balcón viewpoint and the wild Guayedra Beach, the perfect place to watch the sun set over the Atlantic.

This day will feel completely different — not shaped by the sea, but filled with winding roads, mountains, and the quiet charm of old Canarian towns. And once again, we’ll take photos, record videos, and share every moment, because the island reveals itself from the land just as vividly as it does from the sea.

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On the sixth day a special adventure awaits us — our very first true sailing practice. In the morning we’ll leave Marina Las Palmas and head out into the ocean, dedicating half a day to maneuvers. We’ll learn to feel the wind, set and trim the sails, practice tacking and gybing, and try other techniques to gain confidence at the helm.

At midday we’ll drop anchor in a quiet bay to take a break and enjoy lunch right on board, surrounded by the vastness and calm of the ocean. It will be the moment when sailing becomes something more — not just a journey, but an art to be experienced.

In the afternoon we’ll return to the marina, happy and a little tired after such an active day. And in the evening, we’ll head out again for dinner at a cozy restaurant — sharing impressions, laughing about our best (and funniest) moments on the water, and dreaming of the voyages still to come.

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On the seventh day we’ll set out once more to explore the island, discovering new places. In the morning, leaving Las Palmas, we’ll head northwest to the town of Santa María de Guía de Gran Canaria. Narrow streets, historic houses, and the warm atmosphere of a small Canarian town await us. We might visit local craft workshops and enjoy a coffee on the square, watching the slow rhythm of daily life.

From there, the road will take us into the green sanctuary of Los Tilos de Moya, a rare laurel forest. Here it feels good to walk beneath the evergreen canopy, breathe in the fresh air, and sense another side of the island — quieter and calmer.

By midday we’ll descend to the ocean, stopping at one of the northern beaches — perhaps El Puertillo or Sardina del Norte. It’s the perfect spot for a swim, a relaxed lunch at a seaside fish restaurant, and a taste of the local catch prepared in the traditional way.

After lunch, we’ll drive up to the Montaña de Arucas viewpoint, where sweeping views stretch across the town, the coastline, and on clear days even to the neighboring islands. It’s an ideal place to pause for photos and take in the vast scenery.

Later in the afternoon we’ll continue inland, to the village of Fataga — often called the “Valley of a Thousand Palms.” With its charming streets, whitewashed houses, and green oases surrounded by rugged mountains, it’s a perfect place to wander and experience the soul of the Canarian countryside.

As evening falls, we’ll return to Las Palmas for dinner, sharing stories of all we’ve seen and savoring the memories of another rich and colorful day.

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The eighth day is our time to say goodbye to the sea. In the morning we’ll wake up on the yacht, have breakfast on deck, and enjoy the view of sails and the marina. Then we’ll pack our things, tidy up on board, and take one last look at our temporary home.

Stepping ashore will feel a little bittersweet, but also joyful — because we carry with us bright memories, and ahead lie new journeys and new horizons.

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