MA010326 Adventure Across Biscay 1 and 2 Leg Sailing from Portimão to Liverpool
Ocean Crossings
Portimão, Portugal - Liverpool, UK
Improve your skills and experience on TS Maybe as she sails from Portimao, Portugal to Liverpool. Complete an ocean passage and build miles whilst being fully involved in every aspect of sailing. It’s a perfect voyage for those with some prior sailing experience looking to deepen their seamanship.
| Ship | Under 25 | Adult |
|---|---|---|
| Maybe | £1,350.00 | £1,350.00 |
| Embarkation | Disembarkation | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2026 | March 16, 2026 | 15 |
Adventure across Biscay
1st March 2026 - 16th March 2026
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- Ocean Crossing
- Fully immersed into life on board
- Escape from technology and the influences of the outside world
- Build navigation and helming skills
- Bay of Biscay
- A team challenge creating an atmosphere of camaraderie.
VOYAGE DESCRIPTION
Join TS Maybe for a Two-Leg Sailing Adventure from Portimão to Liverpool
Set sail this spring aboard TS Maybe on an unforgettable two-part voyage from Portimão, Portugal to Liverpool, UK.
Leg 1: Coastal Sailing — Algarve to Baiona Vigo
Ease into the adventure with a relaxed, hands-on coastal sailing experience along the beautiful Portuguese and Galician coastlines. Enjoy spring sunshine, learn traditional sailing techniques, and explore charming harbours along the way — perfect for building confidence and skill in a friendly, supportive environment.
Leg 2: Ocean Passage — Baiona Vigo to Liverpool
Take your seamanship to the next level with a true ocean passage across the Bay of Biscay and beyond. You’ll be fully involved in all aspects of sailing — navigation, watchkeeping, sail handling, and life at sea — as you build miles and experience the satisfaction of completing a major voyage.
This is the ideal opportunity for sailors with some prior experience who are looking to deepen their skills, gain sea miles, and enjoy a rewarding adventure under sail.You will be expected to stand a watch, sometimes in a 2 watch rotation of 4 hours on and 4 hours off. Crossing the Bay of Biscay at this time of year can often offer challenging sailing conditions.
What is included in the voyage cost:
- Accommodation and all meals on board Tall Ship Maybe
- Third party liability Insurance
- Use of waterproofs and safety equipment
What is not included:
- Travel to and from the boat
- Personal travel insurance. Check out Top Sail for specialist Tall Ship sailing travel insurance
- Excursions and meals onshore, unless otherwise stated
Portimão, Portugal
Liverpool, UK
Embark Travel Information
Portimão, Portugal
The closest airport to Portimao, is Faro Airport, with many budget airlines flying between the UK and Portugal daily. The easiest way to get to Faro Airport is via Hoppa Transfer or by train from Faro to Portimao.
https://www.hoppa.com/en
Disembark Travel Information
Liverpool, UK
How to get to Liverpool
Liverpool is a large city in the North West of England, serviced by an international airport and great rail and bus links. Once you arrive in the city centre, make your way down to the waterfront where you will find Tall Ship Maybe berthed in the Albert Dock, usually opposite the Maritime Museum.
Air
Liverpool John Lennon Airport is only nine miles from Liverpool city centre and offers over 60 inbound UK and European routes. Carriers such as EasyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air, FlyBe and Blue Air offer convenient and cost-effective air travel from most major European cities.
Manchester Airport is only 45 minutes from Liverpool city centre and offers many direct long haul routes in to the North West. Carriers include British Airways, Emirates, Etihad and KLM.
Rail
Travelling to Liverpool by train has never been easier or faster, when it’s only 2 hours 13 minutes from Central London on Virgin Trains’ state-of-the-art tilting Pendolino trains.
London Midland Trains, Transpennine Express and Northern Rail also run routes into Liverpool from all major UK cities.
