Alexandre is accompanied by his cat Léon.
Alexandre welcomes a maximum of 4 passengers on a shared tour and 6 passengers on a private tour.
Not included :
- Allow around €30/day/person for provisioning and port charges.
- Gaz and diesel according to consumption. From May to September, approx. 25€/day/boat. Otherwise 40€ to 70€/day/boat (greater use of engine and heating).
- A deposit of 400€ is required to protect the equipment on board.
- Please bring your own sheet, pillowcase and sleeping bag. Cleaning to be done together.
- Possibility of boarding the evening before for 50€/pers or 100€/cabin + price of night in port to be paid on site.
- Also bring sailing gloves to avoid damaging your hands.
- Available on :
- Full boat
- Cabin cruise
Your cruise
If you'd like to discover sailing or perfect your skills on a liveaboard yacht, welcome aboard Captain Alex and Léon, a little cat, on a Sun Odyssey 40 that's been updated with a modern rig, new sails and a host of improvements to make life on board easier!
Live aboard, the boat is in perfect condition and offers the best of itself: easy, safe, high-performance sailing! You'll find all the comforts you need for a successful time at sea: hot shower, heating, comfortable mattresses, two steering wheels, elegant cockpit... 3 cabins can accommodate up to six people.
Sailing will take place from Hyères to discover or improve your sailing skills in the enchanting setting of the Îles d'Or: Porquerolles / Port-Cros / Le Levant and the surrounding area! A safe and enchanting setting for those who dream of unforgettable moments on a sailboat.
Bon Temps" is an essential notion aboard the sailboat, and it requires communication based on respect, listening and observation. No misplaced egos, the atmosphere on board is relaxed but applied!
Onboard teaching is based on trust and autonomy in a safe environment. Pleasure is the key to good learning, which is why lessons are given at your own pace! It's all about starting somewhere!
Please note that we'll be accompanied by Léon, the Chat des Mers, an adorable redhead who'll be charming young and old alike. He won't forget to remind you to enjoy the moment and relax.
Your possible stops during this cruise
The itinerary depends on weather conditions, your wishes and those of the skipper.
Departure is usually from the port of Hyères.
The first step is an anchorage 1/2 hour from the port, where you can calmly make your introductions, stow your gear, replenish your supplies and take part in the safety briefing, essential for a safe and serene cruise.
Please note that wind conditions in excess of force 5 will delay departure from port until around 4pm.
Possible destinations include: Port Cros, Cap Taillat, Porquerolle, Giens, Brégançon and their various anchorages.
- As Port Cros is a national park, most of the island's anchorages are buoyed, free during the day and paying at night (€19 in the ZMEL, €33 in the harbor cove). The only authorized anchorage on Port Cros is in the northeast of the island: Port Man, which is best used in good weather and with few crowds.
- Cap Taillat is a very pleasant destination, both wild and welcoming... We often go there during a westerly blow, followed by an easterly one the next day, to sail downwind twice in a row!
- Porquerolles needs no introduction: a true sailing paradise with a sheltered north coast and a south coast offering a nice swell, its many anchorages mean you can always find a place to eat or sleep after sailing.
- The charming Giens peninsula offers heavenly beaches, secluded coves and authentic caves. There's also a charming village and a breathtaking view of the blue sea and wild coastline.
We look forward to meeting you,
Nautically yours,
Alex&Léon
The skipper
Embark with Alexandre - Destination Côte d'Azur for a sailboat cruise
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Sun Odyssey 40 GTE - 12.20 meters
Alexandre welcomes you on a Sun Odyssey built in 2002 and entirely refitted at the end of 2023.
This boat has three double cabins, with the forward cabin reserved for the skipper, and a bathroom.
It is also equipped with anchor heating, solar panels and mattress toppers for added comfort.
The boat's "wardrobe" consists of a 3 reef mainsail, a furling genoa, a 1 reef solent, an asymmetric spinnaker and a code zér. Everything you need to learn & progress with the tools that make sailing fun.
The skipper sleeps in a double cabin, the others are available for passengers
The skipper helps you to cook but everybody is participating
I do not manage supply. Passengers bring it or buy what they need.
- Places of embarkation:Hyères Port
- Boarding time:09H30 / 9:30 AM
- Time of landing:17H / 5 PM
You can reach the port of Hyères by train or plane to Toulon, then by bus or cab to the port. It's also possible to get there by car (think about carpooling!).
A fantastic 4-day experience around Porquerolles and Port-Cros, aboard a superbly equipped and very comfortable sailboat. Alexandre is an experienced skipper with a taste for sharing and transmitting. He will accompany you and encourage you to surpass yourself. His reward is your progress. Sporting moments, dreams and escapism to discover...and rediscover. A wonderful encounter.
Alexandre has a great deal of sailing experience, and he'll make you feel confident and help you to progress. He knows how to adapt to the level you want to reach.
A great first family sailing experience with our 2 teenagers. Our aim was to do a sailing course while still allowing ourselves time to relax, in vacation mode. The exceptional setting of the sailing area and the excellent adaptation of Alexandre (and his cat Léon ;) fulfilled our expectations. 7 memorable days, made up of a change of scenery, magical moments and learning experiences that were sometimes complex, but very well led by our skipper Alexandre, whose personality is endearing.
Skippair listened to our needs, making themselves available, with personalized communication.
Incroyable expérience avec Alex, son bateau et Léon! En 2 jours, nous avons été complètement dépaysés. Alex est un très bon professeur, nous avons énormément appris en seulement deux jours. En plus, la région est magnifique et la nuit à Port Cros fut magique. Les échanges tout du long nous ont beaucoup plu également. Nous avons passé un moment hors du temps. Je recommande vivement et nous prévoyons de revenir!
Merci encore à Alex pour un week-end inoubliable !
Lors du deuxième jour quand les conditions étaient plus sportives : plus de vent, et le bateau gîtait davantage, ce qui nous a permis de vraiment appliquer nos apprentissages.
3 days of cruising that felt like 1 week away. The atmosphere on board, the anchorages, the sailing - everything came together to let go for a few days, while learning to better understand the wind and the sails and feeling safe. I highly recommend this course for people who want to learn how to sail a sailboat while letting go. Beautiful, well-maintained sailboat with good equipment for quality learning, and comfortable nights on it.
Alex is a great teacher, explaining things over and over again. He knows how to react in an emergency while maintaining calm and a good atmosphere on board. He quickly puts everyone at ease so that the course runs smoothly.
Three days of total disconnection, we were lucky enough to have all the weather, to drop anchor in idyllic settings around the islands of Porquerolles and Port Cros. Alex's boat is very comfortable and superbly organized for learning. We were impressed by the high-performance navigation tools. Great group, great atmosphere with wild musical blind tests! And a special dedication to Léon the cat, discreet and cuddly
Alex is very attentive to his trainees, patient and above all a great teacher. He doesn't hesitate to put his trainees in a position of autonomy under benevolent supervision, which helps them to get out of their comfort zone and really progress.
A magnificent evening sail
Great course with Alex and Leon Alex is a great teacher and taught us with kindness and humor the right way to sail and even more. I spent two beautiful days a little out of time with beautiful scenery and an exhilarating way to sail. Thank you for allowing me to confirm my desire for the open sea. Godspeed to you.
Very well organized. No hiccups (which is rare these days), very good information, everything went perfectly. I'll definitely be back for more with the same team. Thank you again
Picking up the wind on Sunday morning under full sail between Porquerolles and l'Estagnol remains an immense pleasure (and even a giant foot) in my memory, as does the Saturday evening anchorage
A 3-day course that went perfectly. I was able to discover the islands around Hyères. The boat is comfortable and very well equipped. The hot shower was very welcome, especially after a swim in 19°C water.
Thanks to Alex, I've learned a lot, even though I'd never been on a liveaboard before. He's a skipper who listens, is respectful and ready to answer my questions. He's accompanied by his cat Léon, who's always discreet. I can't wait to get back out there and continue my progress.
Excellent two-day course. We covered all the points requested and more in greater depth. At the end of the course, my son (48 years old), who had only done light sailing, was able to steer and do all the harbor maneuvers, as well as a mini regatta with Alexandre's friend on a very tight close-hauled course. The weather on the first day (light wind) was favorable to us for practicing the handling of the SW, as was the morning of the 2nd day for all the harbor maneuvers. The wind picked up, and we were able to sail, even taking a "necessary" reef! This course is to be recommended to everyone.
Alexandre's skills were obviously in sailing, but he also had a real ability to pass on and adapt to others. This is particularly noteworthy, as in a small space such as a sailboat, his management experience and his ability to pass on his knowledge to others have been invaluable for future outings with other crew members and family... It has to be said that Alexandre is well accompanied by Léon the cat, who was serene the whole time !!!! Thanks again, Alexandre, for everything you've passed on to us!
4-day course between Hyères and Porquerolles, a real pleasure. A very well equipped and comfortable sailboat. I have very fond memories of learning to sail and of the nights at anchor. I really learned a lot during this course.
Alex is passionate about sailing. He loves to share his passion and makes everyone feel at ease. He likes to pass on his knowledge while putting himself at his trainees' level. And the courses are limited to 4 people, which I think is a real plus. The downside is that it makes you want to come back. I'll be back next year. ⛵ Many thanks to Alex. 👍
You arrive with virtually no knowledge of sailing, and end the course with the feeling that you've learned a lot, and the desire to do it all over again to go even further in your learning and autonomy. The boat is equipped to encourage learning. The convivial, friendly, even family atmosphere accompanies everyone on their learning path. Respect, benevolence and laughter were the order of the day. We had a great group and Alex was the conductor.
Alex has this gift of transmission that makes him an outstanding teacher. Wherever you look, on or off the boat, he's got something to teach you...I love it. See you soon Cap'n.
Three timeless days at sea...an enriching discovery both as an introduction to sailing and as a human experience, with some lovely encounters and awe-inspiring landscapes. The sailboat, life on board and navigation exceeded our expectations. Everything was done to create an unforgettable experience and wonderful memories. A must and to be repeated...of course!
Alex, much more than an excellent skipper, is a beautiful person who will bring out the best in you, with extraordinary patience and kindness. Follow him around the world with your eyes closed... Thanks for everything and lots of kisses for Léon the cat, who allowed us to share his cabin😸
Alex was highly professional in sailing and had passion to share his experiences. This is a golden opportunity for those who want to further sailing skills to the next level. The places we visited were beautiful and full of French cuisine to choose from. We had a memorable trip despite a lack of sufficient air conditioning in the cabin during August.
Viewing the beauty of the French Riviera on land is not enough. Only by going out to sea and experiencing it on the ground can you deeply feel its charm. Unless you get seasick, this is definitely a trip not to be missed, and the beautiful images will remain in the memories of those who experience it.
Great 5-day course with Alex as skipper, who knows how to pass on his love of sailing and all his knowledge. We learned a lot with him, while feeling safe for our first experience on a sailboat. On top of that, the boat is very well equipped, with fresh water, hot shower, large fridge and electricity. Right from the start, he adapted to our wishes, finding out what we were looking for so he could adapt the program as best he could. The atmosphere was top-notch and well-balanced between moments of relaxation in magnificent surroundings and moments of concentration with navigation and theory. We can't wait for the next courses to bring us more incredible experiences on the water!
Thank you Alex, I hope to see you soon! Kisses
Alex is top notch! Great teacher and always smiling :) Great time with him and Léon.
I'll be back to perfect my skills with pleasure!
Great course! The boat is superb, Alexandre is a great teacher, very kind and a good laugh!
Don't hesitate to choose Alexandre for your courses if you want to progress or even learn! :)
Enjoying a sunset, feet in the water, who doesn't dream of it?🤩
We had a superb cruise with Alexandre. From the port of Niel we sailed to Porquerolles and spent the night at the Courtade beach. We then sailed to the port of Hyères, had lunch in the village of Porquerolles and returned to Giens. Alexandre had given us a good list of what we needed to bring, so we were able to cruise in comfort. Life on board went very well.
Alexandre is very pedagogical: he takes the time to explain how the boat works, and allows anyone who wishes to do so to hoist the sails, adjust the tension and take the helm. He knows his boat like the back of his hand, which enabled us to take to the sea in complete safety, even in strong winds.
We loved the sailing course and appreciated that Alex made sure that we could get the most learning and fun out of the different weather conditions that we experienced during our week at sea! Sailors' hard but sweet boat life and hiking in the beautiful islands of the archipelagus made the adventure unforgettable.
Alex was super welcoming and fun, he showed passion in teaching and seriousness on safety.
We spent 3 wonderful days between Port Cros and Porquerolles starting from the port of Lavandou.
Alexandre was very helpful from before departure, giving us advice on what to bring, where to park near the harbor, etc., and during the trip to adjust everything according to our preferences. Always in a good mood and with the right spirit he taught us how to take our first steps in sailing.
My second course with Alexandre. A little more sporty this time, three big days of wind and sailing to perfect what he had taught me the following week. Always an impressive knowledge and mastery of his subject. All in a constant good mood and total attentiveness. I'm still impressed by the level of this course. 5 sails sailed, in all winds, on all courses, in the harbor, at anchor... not forgetting the aperitifs and evening parties, in 3 days, that's exceptional!
An outstanding trainer. Expertise, listening and teaching. A particularly pleasant shipmate. A friend without a doubt.
We tacked between 18 and 20 hours between the Capte anchorages, tacking and gybing, all the while waving to our amazed friends...
A wonderful escapade in enchanting places on board the sailboat! A perfect balance between sailing, sea pleasures and incredible spots: Port-cros and its nature reserve, Porquerolles, its square, its port, its beach and the horizon immortalized by the jump of a dolphin... Without forgetting the sunsets and the starry nights, simply magical... It was a first for my 9 years old daughter and thanks to Alexandre and Léon the cat, the contract was fulfilled beyond all my expectations! Only one desire, to be able to leave as soon as possible!
Professional, educational, competent, caring, generous, confident, peaceful... and passionate! A very nice meeting! I can only encourage you to call on this outstanding skipper.
A beautiful discovery of sailing. Alexandre shares with us his passion and unforgettable spots
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