Luxury Sailing Experience Day with Champagne and Lunch or Dinner
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Luxury Sailing Experience Day with Champagne and Lunch or Dinner
By Escape Yachting - Day Sails
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Ages 0-99, max of 10 per group
Duration: 5h 30m
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Live guide: English
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- Luxury, well-maintained, modern yachts
- Large, spacious and comfortable 45'-50' yachts
- Choice of morning or afternoon trips at a time to suit you
- Trips daily – midweek and weekends
- Friendly, experienced skipper and crew to look after you
- Champagne on arrival
- Two course hot meal, freshly prepared on board
- We cater for special dietary requirements
- Wine list available on board – or bring your own
- Tea and coffee provided
- All safety equipment provided
What's not included- Gratuities
- Start:
- Lymington Yacht Haven, King's Saltern Rd, Lymington SO41 3QD, UKAs you enter Lymington, follow the brown signs to ‘Riverside Marinas’. Lymington Yacht Haven is down a narrow lane, King’s Saltern Road, near to the Mayflower Pub. Drive up to the barrier and it will open.There is plenty of free parking.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 73296P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 73296P1
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- 705larainec0 contributionsHighly RecommendThank you Paul and Poppy for an amazing day. Perfect hosts, Paul is very knowledgeable and Poppy…lunch was gorgeous! I would highly recommend this to anyone, very well organised and memories that will last. Thank you ❤️Written September 4, 2024
- Guide550877554760 contributionsTruly memorableFabulous day out with my son and grandson Thoroughly enjoyed by all Great value for money - will look to book for next year as soon as possible Highly recommendedWritten August 26, 2024
- 390NicolaF0 contributionsSail around the SolentVery enjoyable and relaxing sail from Lymington around the solent.. We couldn't have asked for more, lovely company and well catered for.Written July 18, 2024
- johnwB6196PL0 contributionsGreatEscape yachting, gave us the opportunity to visit the Caribbean for the second time in two years. We had to return, as it is one of the most amazing places to visit. Escape yachting looked after us in every way , food, drinks Snorkeling and excursions ashore. Both David and Paul worked hard to provide for our every need. We will , definitely be returning in the future. Thanks to the Escape yachting team. John and MarionWritten March 11, 2024
- E4826YHmichaelt0 contributionsThoroughly recommended - great experience!Fantastic morning sail and lunch at anchor aboard Sun Odyssey yacht Prospero. We were looked after extremely well , my 93 year old father having a great time helming the yacht for at least an hour grinning his head off all the way ! Thoroughly recommend this for a uplifting experience.Written September 5, 2023
- Khristoff0 contributionsCaribbean Sailing (4th trip)We have recently returned from our 4th trip with Escape Yachting in the Grenadines. As the title says this is our 4th trip so you can probably tell we are massive fans. Our last trip was in 2019 and it was lovely to revisit some of the familiar islands and anchorages and see what has changed or not! It was also great to try new restaurants which we were all fantastic. A huge thanks to Captain Carl (Williams) and Paul who looked after us and were great company. It was also lovely to meet new guests Ian and Claire. We look forward to returning and have pencilled in a 2 week trip in 2026 to celebrate my 60th. Our first trip in 2016 was meant to be for my 50th but we actually ended up getting married on Palm Island, all organised by the Escape team (Matthew & David). I strongly suspect we will be back before 2026!! Many thanks again for a lovely trip.Written February 8, 2023
- Carl H0 contributionsFantastic experience and well looked afterHad a fantastic afternoon and evening sail, weather was perfect. Gary the skipper and Tilly were lovely, friendly and accommodating adding to the experience. Well recommendedWritten September 4, 2022
- 697kerryg0 contributionsPerfect DayEasy booking process and fantastic afternoon and evening sailing. We were lucky with great weather expand enjoyed the swim stop. Fergus our skipper and Tilly our chef were both excellent and our crab linguini was the best.Written August 20, 2022
- 409lesleyw0 contributionsA fabulous afternoon with 3 generations of my familyHad a wonderful day with all of the family. Enjoyed that we could all helm the yacht. The food , the crew all contributed to a great dayWritten July 11, 2022
- vanessarO7785UG0 contributionsFantastic half day sail with some unexpected dolphin spottingA fantastic half day sail with our amazing crew, David and Bella, who couldn't have been more accommodating. There were plent of opportunities to help steering, as well as some impromptu dolphin spotting and a chance for a dip in the sea. The service was top notch and the food was delicious. I would definitely recommend this trip as something to mark that special occasion and am sure we will be back.Written August 30, 2021
- Wang01070 contributionsGreat yacht sailing experience in SolentWe (a family of three) enjoyed thoroughly half day sailing experience with Dave and Paul. We sailed from Lymington to Isle of Wight, had dinner there and back. My ten years old boy has enjoyed sailing and navigating so much and we will definitely come back next year again!Written August 19, 2021
- John F0 contributionsGreat sailing dayExcellent sailing day experience from Lymington. Weather good for sailing, particularly afternoon session. 1st class lunch prepared and served by Bella our crew, whilst moored in calm bay. Skipper Ken very experienced and helpful. Recommended.Written August 13, 2021
- Hilary8960 contributionsA Great Half DayI booked this half day sail from Lymington as a present for my husband. We had such a good time on this beautiful boat. Nick and Bella were the best hosts ... Nick made us feel very comfortable about asking questions and encouraged everyone to ‘have a go’ if they wanted to. Bella managed to cater for us as well as quietly completing all the necessary tasks for the sail. The only down side was the weather ... ok on the sail out to the Needles but torrential rain on our return which meant we had to motor back. But everyone stayed happy! Many thanks to Nick and BellaWritten July 14, 2021
- Alicatweb0 contributionsLuxury Sailing in CroatiaWe had an amazing time on our trip, sailing through the Croatian islands. Matthew and David were very accommodating of our timing, and it was extremely easy to work with them to plan our vacation--where we would start, finish, who would pick us up, and when--and generally which islands we would visit. We started and ended in Dubrovnik. Our island plans were fairly flexible, based on what the sea was doing. We stopped in Lastovo, Vela Luka, Kortula, and Mjlet. Our moorings each night and the associated restaurants were great. The food and choices for dinner were delicious. We had one moderately rough day sailing, so David and Tom chose a route and mooring that minimized our time on the sea that day, which worked out really well. Our catamaran was very spacious and ideal for four people. Tom and David made amazing lunches every day, and we opted for casual breakfasts most days to get sailing sooner. We especially enjoyed swimming in various coves after lunch each day. We didn't have as much wind as we would have liked, so there was a bit more motoring than sailing, but the days were sunny and we had great weather. We would definitely sail with Escape Yachting again (next up, the Caribbean!). We had an awesome time and would highly recommend Escape to anyone planning a sailing trip.Written August 23, 2020
- vespachic260 contributionsFantastic customer serviceUnfortunately our day trip with friends had to be cancelled due to Covid 19 but we received a fantastic service from David Ellis at Escape Yachting. He kept us fully updated with the changing situation and gave an immediate refund. We're looking forward to having our trip in the future.Written June 18, 2020
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Tetbury, UK72 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
Such a fun afternoon/evening sailing on Prospero from Lymington to Isle of Wight and back. Skipper Peter ably assisted by Paul were absolutely great hosts, giving us excellent commentary during the trip and looking after us really well with food and drink. Nothing seemed too much trouble for them. We were a mixed group of sailing enthusiasts and apprehensive amateurs alike, but we all had a marvellous time. Would highly recommend it.
Written June 6, 2024
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review! We are delighted that you had such a great day out on the Solent and were so well looked after by our wonderful crew. Thank you for your positive feedback and recommendation!
Written July 13, 2024
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S Mark
Torquay, UK16 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We combinded our sailing experience with a wonderful stay at Thatched Cottage in Brokenhurst to make this an extra special weekend, celebrating our 23rd wedding anniversay and it didn't disappoint.
From the very outset the Escape Yacting team kept us updated with arrival and boarding instructions emails with both Georgia and David on hand to help with queries.
We sailed at 9am this last weekend with 4 other couples and where looked after by Paul and Peter. Both were very knowledgable and provided some lovely and interesting insights into the local area and into the world of yacting! We sailed out of Lymington marina and out to New Town, IoW where we anchoured down and enjoyed a delicious lunch, prepared by Paul and washed down with some champagne.
Peter, the skipper allowed everyone a turn at the helm were we all had great fun steering the 50ft yacht through some racing winds and even putting in a few tackings!
I would highly recommend this day out to anyone seeking a luxury but thrilling experience. We'll be back soon for sure.
From the very outset the Escape Yacting team kept us updated with arrival and boarding instructions emails with both Georgia and David on hand to help with queries.
We sailed at 9am this last weekend with 4 other couples and where looked after by Paul and Peter. Both were very knowledgable and provided some lovely and interesting insights into the local area and into the world of yacting! We sailed out of Lymington marina and out to New Town, IoW where we anchoured down and enjoyed a delicious lunch, prepared by Paul and washed down with some champagne.
Peter, the skipper allowed everyone a turn at the helm were we all had great fun steering the 50ft yacht through some racing winds and even putting in a few tackings!
I would highly recommend this day out to anyone seeking a luxury but thrilling experience. We'll be back soon for sure.
Written July 24, 2023
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Thank you for your excellent review and I am so glad you had such a fantastic day. We do try to get guests involved with the steering of the yacht and pride ourselves on the fresh food we serve on board so I will certainly pass on your thanks to Paul and Peter for looking after you so well. We look forward to welcoming you on board again.
Written July 25, 2023
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Jo H
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
I bought this trip as a treat for my husband and myself, we had an amazing day on the water yesterday, shared the yacht with two other couples, the whole day was extremely well organised from the moment we first met at the meeting point to returning to dock at the end of our trip. Our Captain was great along with his deck hand, would not hesitated to take this trip again or recommend it to others. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole day.
Written August 8, 2022
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review. We really appreciate your kind comments and positive feedback, as well as your wonderful recommendation, which means so much to us at this challenging time. Thank you.
Written August 10, 2022
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Coleen C
2 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
We celebrated my husband’s birthday with Escape Yachting, and it was fantastic. From the moment we boarded the yacht, we were treated to exceptional service and a warm welcome with sparkling wine.
The Skipper, Paul, was highly knowledgeable and friendly. He was happy to let us 'help out' and explained anything we wanted to know about the boat and sailing in general.
The sailing was wonderful, with stunning coastal views and a relaxing atmosphere. We enjoyed a delicious lunch, snacks, and drinks onboard.
Would highly recommend this experience for anyone looking to enjoy a luxurious and memorable day on the water!
The Skipper, Paul, was highly knowledgeable and friendly. He was happy to let us 'help out' and explained anything we wanted to know about the boat and sailing in general.
The sailing was wonderful, with stunning coastal views and a relaxing atmosphere. We enjoyed a delicious lunch, snacks, and drinks onboard.
Would highly recommend this experience for anyone looking to enjoy a luxurious and memorable day on the water!
Written August 8, 2024
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review! We are delighted that you enjoyed such a perfect birthday celebration with us and were so well looked after by our wonderful crew!
Written August 9, 2024
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Mark S
Cambridge, UK15 contributions
Jul 2021
We did an afternoon sailing with dinner on board, the weather was fabulous and the skipper and crew were very knowledgeable and definite asset to the team.
We set sail from Lymington and crossed over to the Isle of Wight where we set anchor for dinner.
The dinner was prepared and served on deck by Bella (the crew) and was lovely.
After dinner we returned to Lymington.
The whole experience was excellent from start to finish and a very enjoyable and a great way to spend an afternoon and evening.
The yacht was very comfortable and managed very well by the crew.
I would strongly recommend this activity to anyone who wants to experience a leisurely cruise or want to know what it is like to sail.
The service Escape yachting offer is above and beyond what most others offer.
We set sail from Lymington and crossed over to the Isle of Wight where we set anchor for dinner.
The dinner was prepared and served on deck by Bella (the crew) and was lovely.
After dinner we returned to Lymington.
The whole experience was excellent from start to finish and a very enjoyable and a great way to spend an afternoon and evening.
The yacht was very comfortable and managed very well by the crew.
I would strongly recommend this activity to anyone who wants to experience a leisurely cruise or want to know what it is like to sail.
The service Escape yachting offer is above and beyond what most others offer.
Written August 3, 2021
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review! We are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your Sail with Dinner so much and were so well looked after by our fantastic crew. Thank you for your kind recommendation and positive feedback. We are very grateful for your kind support at this challenging time.
Written August 6, 2021
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Sally P
5 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
Big shout out to Skipper, Colin, & Crew, Bella, for a hugely successful afternoon/evening sail on Monday - weather was perfect, food delicious, sea & wind conditions great (reaching 8 knots on our return from Newtown Creek on the Isle of Wight). A thoroughly enjoyable birthday experience. Thank you to all. Will definitely recommend!
Written July 22, 2021
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your Sail with Dinner so much and were so well looked after by our wonderful crew on your special birthday trip. We are very grateful for your kind comments and positive recommendation. Thank you.
Written July 23, 2021
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spooky79
wiltshire8 contributions
Jun 2021
We organised this trip with friends and can highly recommend Escape Yachting to everyone. Great communication before the day. On the day the weather wasn't perfect, but didn't stop Ken and Jack giving us a great experience, made even better when the wind picked up and we did 'proper sailing' as one person put it!
Some of our guests joined in and helped, but either active or not, everyone had a great time. We certainly felt comfortable in Ken and Jack's knowledge and experience. Super boat and well done Jack for lunch!
Friends who hadn't sailed before were raving about it afterwards and would most certainly do it again. Thank you for a great day, making fabulous memories for us all.
Some of our guests joined in and helped, but either active or not, everyone had a great time. We certainly felt comfortable in Ken and Jack's knowledge and experience. Super boat and well done Jack for lunch!
Friends who hadn't sailed before were raving about it afterwards and would most certainly do it again. Thank you for a great day, making fabulous memories for us all.
Written June 13, 2021
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your Sail with Lunch and had such a great day on board with our fantastic crew looking after you so well. We are so grateful for your kind comments and positive feedback at this challenging time and look forward to making more memories for you again soon!
Written June 17, 2021
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Matthew J
London, UK21 contributions
Aug 2022
Fantasrtic day sailing with Escape Yachting. Four adults and four kids (ages 7-15) everyone loved it. Beautiful 45' Elan about a year old. David and Paul fantastic skipper / hosts. Light wind but sailed when we could, motored up to the Needles and anchored close by for lunch and a swim. We took advantage of their recommendations of food from the Forest Foodie (fillet of beef and Coronation chicken) which was really delicious; and wine / drinks from the Solent Cellar which arrive chilled and ready for our arrival. It really couldn't have been a better. Huge thank you to EY for making it such a special and memorable day.
Written August 8, 2022
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Thanks, Matt, for your excellent 5 star review! We are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your Sail with Lunch so much and were so well looked after by our wonderful crew. We are very grateful for your kind comments and positive feedback and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon! Thank you.
Written August 10, 2022
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Otty5
Herts501 contributions
Had the opportunity of this sailing trip on the Solent through a Travelzoo voucher which also included a 2 night stay at their Thatched Cottage hotel in brockenhurst.
Fergus greeted us warmly at the docking port and we boarded the delightful vessel and met the second in command (and great chef!) Paul.
After introductions with our fellow passengers and a glass of bubbly, we set sail on a thoroughly enjoyable sail across the Solent before docking in a small (national trust owned) inlet where we were served a tasty 2 course supper with more wine and coffee.
We were taught the basics of sailing and were encouraged to take the helm and help with the tacking as the sails were expertly manoeuvred in the wind by Fergus and Paul.
We were lucky with the weather and enjoyed an exhilarating sail across the water with light-moderate winds and no rain.
I would highly recommend this trip to others especially if they have Fergus and Paul to accompany them.
Fergus greeted us warmly at the docking port and we boarded the delightful vessel and met the second in command (and great chef!) Paul.
After introductions with our fellow passengers and a glass of bubbly, we set sail on a thoroughly enjoyable sail across the Solent before docking in a small (national trust owned) inlet where we were served a tasty 2 course supper with more wine and coffee.
We were taught the basics of sailing and were encouraged to take the helm and help with the tacking as the sails were expertly manoeuvred in the wind by Fergus and Paul.
We were lucky with the weather and enjoyed an exhilarating sail across the water with light-moderate winds and no rain.
I would highly recommend this trip to others especially if they have Fergus and Paul to accompany them.
Written August 14, 2023
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your sail so much and were so well looked after by our wonderful crew. Thank you for your kind comments and positive recommendation.
Written August 16, 2023
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luvedupdolly
surrey7 contributions
Sixteen of us had a really great day together on two yachts.
The staff were great, and looked after us all, supplying lunch and drinks. Even allowing us to bring our own drinks too, for the men.
I think we would all recommend this, including some who were concerned about sea sickness beforehand. They needn't have worried.
The staff were great, and looked after us all, supplying lunch and drinks. Even allowing us to bring our own drinks too, for the men.
I think we would all recommend this, including some who were concerned about sea sickness beforehand. They needn't have worried.
Written August 21, 2023
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Thank you for your excellent 5 star review! We were delighted to welcome your group on board and so pleased that you all had such a great time on your sail. Thank you for your kind comments and positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you on board again one day!
Written August 25, 2023
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I'm interested in booking. Is there any chance of having a later start time and also some just chilling sunbathing on board for an hour?
Written November 9, 2023
We were able to book for an early afternoon sailing with dinner rather than lunch but that was when the evenings were still light - I suspect that may not be an option again until the spring & the clocks change. We did anchor up for about 45 mins off the Needles so there was a bit of chill time then.
Written November 10, 2023
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