Challenge Wales is taking part in the 2023 Tall Ships Races Magellan-Elcano. The Tall Ships Races brings the splendour of traditional vessels with the modern, it brings young people together from all over the world from a variety of backgrounds. The event brings culture and friendship, challenge and teamwork together with of course lots of fun.
Different bursary options are usually available for Tall Ships Race with some bursaries being available on a first-come-first-serve basis so early booking is definitely recommended.
The race will start in Falmouth (UK) before heading to A Coruna (Spain), Lisbon (Portugal) and finishing in Cadiz (Spain). We are also excited to be putting on a pre-Tall Ships Race voyage which will enable even more young people to be part of the Tall Ships Race Festival.
Remember, no sailing experience is required and a Tall Ships adventure can be a great addition to a CV or provide the perfect summer break.
Prices and voyage dates will be released shortly. If you want to be the first to receive this information then please email the Challenge Wales office.
A Coruna to Lisbon - Tall Ships Cruise in Company : 26th Aug - 2nd Sept
4 PLACES LEFT
Join Challenge Wales in A Coruna on the afternoon of Saturday 26th August. After the Parade of Sail, you will be sailing down to Lisbon with the Tall Ships fleet. This is an opportunity to hone your sailing skills, visit new ports and explore ashore. On arrival in Lisbon you will have the opportunity to take part in the inter-crew shore-side activities, crew parade and celebratory party.
Full Cost: £720
Bursaries are available to help reduce cost.
Click here for our Tall Ships pack with details about the voyage, bursaries etc.
Lisbon to Cadiz - Tall Ships Race 2 : 2nd - 9th Sept
3 PLACES LEFT
Join Challenge Wales in Lisbon on the afternoon of Thursday 2nd Sept. After the Parade of Sail, you will race to Cadiz. This is the shorter of the two races, giving you the opportunity to learn or improve your sailing skills very quickly. On arrival in Cadiz you will have the opportunity to take part in the inter-crew shore-side activities, crew parade and celebratory party.
Full Cost: £720
Bursaries are available to help reduce cost.
Click here for our Tall Ships information pack with details about the voyage, bursaries etc.
Cadiz to A Coruna to Cardiff - Adult Sailing Skills Builder: 9th - 22nd September
5 PLACES LEFT
Although this is a 14 day voyage, to give more people the opportunity to take part there is a chance to join the boat in A Coruna on the 15th September and sail back to Cardiff. The cost for this leg is £850. Join Challenge Wales in Cadiz on the afternoon of Saturday 9th Sept and still have the opportunity to soak in the Tall Ships atmosphere as all vessels will take part in the Parade of Sail at the end of the Tall Ships Event. Challenge Wales will be aiming for just a couple of port stops on this trip. This voyage is great for those with sailing experience, those looking to build up their sailing skills, those who have their Day Skipper or are at that level and those looking to get miles under their belt.
Full Cost: £1300.00
Minimum age for this voyage is 18
Bursaries are available to help reduce cost.
Click here for our Tall Ships information pack with details about the voyage, bursaries etc.