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.
Falmouth to A Coruna - Tall Ships Race 1: 17th - 26th August
Join Challenge Wales in Falmouth on the afternoon of Thursday 17th August, then set sail in the Parade of Sail the next day before heading off to the start line. This is the longest leg in the Tall Ships Races and will include night sailing and crossing the Bay of Biscay. When the boat arrives in Spain (A Coruna) there will be a festival, sporting activities and a crew parade to take part in. Those onboard will depart A Coruna at 10am on Saturday 26th August.
Full Cost: £900
Bursaries are available to help reduce cost.
Click here for our Tall Ships information pack with details about the voyages and bursaries etc.
A Coruna to Lisbon - Tall Ships Cruise in Company : 26th Aug - 2nd Sept
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 information pack with details about the voyage, bursaries etc.
Lisbon to Cadiz - Tall Ships Race 2 : 2nd - 9th Sept
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 Sept - TBC
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 to sail non-stop to A Coruna with the opportunity for a crew change and then depart for the UK.
Full Cost: £TBC
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.