Learn to Sail - Tradewinds Sailing Club & School

There is no place on this earth like Tahiti. The warm clear waters, white sand beaches, swaying palm trees, coral reefs surrounding idyllic lagoons… it is the original inspiration for paradise. If you have dreamed of sailing and exploring a piece of the south seas tropics, where the warmest summer day is 95, and the coldest winter night is 75, where high tide is at noon and midnight every day of the year, where Polynesian traditions and culture mix with warm French baguettes and pastries in perfect harmony, this is the trip for you.

We will fly to Raiatea, Tahiti, where we’ll board our waiting luxury yachts. Most everything we could need or want is already on board, from snorkeling gear to a fully functional galley to linens for the beds and a dinghy and outboard. We’ll sail to Vaitape, where there is a nice supermarket, and provisioning is fun and exciting. After that, who knows? Perhaps a reach up to the crystalline waters and vanilla plantations of Tahaa, and snorkeling along the coral reefs and passes. Another day we might ride the warm tradewinds to legendary Bora Bora, where we can walk along the outer coral reefs, waves breaking just a few feet away from you and being absorbed by the coral. Perhaps a dinner at famous Bloody Mary’s, where you leave your shoes at the door, dig your toes into the powder white sand, and choose your fresh fish for them to prepare however you like. After dinner, look through the names, photos, autographs and mementoes of all the celebrities, world leaders, astronauts, and everyone else that has enjoyed this same slice of paradise.

Another day might take us to less-traveled Huahine, a favorite of many, for the local shops in Fare, and the remote anchorages and small local restaurants at the end of the lagoon. Perhaps South Raitea is also on the agenda, with its perfect snorkeling conditions, abandoned motus, and long white beaches ideal for strolling.

Your time here will feel like a world away, the long sunny days stretching into warm starry nights. Peace, tranquility, a warm interaction with nature, good food and new friends...

This is what a sailing vacation is supposed to be!           

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Tradewinds Sailing, an ASA sailing school on San Francisco Bay, is offering this fabulous sailing vacation.

So what’s the deal? 
The trip costs $2,895 per person, and it includes: round-trip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) to Raiatea, Tahiti;  luxury modern sailing yachts with everything on them from The Moorings; and transfers to and from the boats in Tahiti. The only thing you’ll need to buy is food and drink. You’ll also need to get yourself to Los Angeles, but we can help arrange that for you, too, if you like.

How does it work?
You are welcome to participate in sailing the boat, or you can just relax and enjoy the ride. If you are a qualified skipper, and would like to captain one of the boats, that may be possible, too.

We welcome singles, couples and families, and work very hard to ensure everyone has an absolutely great time. David Kory has led our sailing vacations to all corners of the globe, including 3 prior sailing vacations to Tahiti- so he knows the best local spots for anchoring, snorkeling, and eating, and is happy to share his insights with you.

A deposit of $895 per person will hold your spot, with the balance due November 1. Credit cards are fine, and payment plans are available, too. But space is limited on this trip, so don’t delay- sign up today!  

For answers to your questions, or if you are ready to join us, email Tradewinds’ trip coordinator David Kory at: dkory@sbcglobal.net