Experience astronavigation in Rias Baixas

Discover the firmament free of light pollution on a night catamaran cruise

Spaces Available

12 Seats (Minimum 6)

Duration

3 hours

Embarkation/Disembarkation

RCN de Vigo - Jules Verne Monument

Format

Square to Square / Groups

Learn to sail under the stars while tasting the best local products.

Every night, the lights of the cities cover an authentic natural spectacle.
Luckily, on the Galician coast we have places like the Ensenada de Barra, where the stars shine in all their intensity.
There you will learn to orient yourself in the sea by looking at the sky, with the sextant and the astrolabe.
And while we wait for the first stars to appear, we will have time to have some steamed mussels with a glass of wine.
And long live the life of the sea!

Free cancellation up to 7 days in advance

Change of date up to 3 days before (Cancellation up to 3 days before: 80% refund)

Supplier activity: San Yago Charter

Languages available: Spanish

Location: Real Club Náutico de Vigo

Includes:

Catamaran

Tasting on board

Fuel

Cleaning

Compulsory Travelers Insurance

From
80€
/pax

Experiment with astronavigation instruments.

You will be able to try a sextant and an astrolabe to orient yourself through the night sky, supported by several nautical charts and a planisphere.

Guides in the sea and in the sky

You will be accompanied by professional skippers with many years of experience.
All of them are certified by the Starlight Foundation as astronomical monitors, and they will teach you curiosities about the firmament and astronavigation.

Virtual Reality

Let us take you on a journey into the past with our virtual reality experience.
Our ship will travel back to the 16th century to discover how sailors used the stars to calculate their position and guide their ships.
Available from June!

Explore the sky up close

Your Starlight monitor will help you find the best spots in the sky with astronomical binoculars.

Sail a catamaran under unique skies

Get away from light pollution to see the sky in all its splendor with a professional skipper and Starlight astronomy monitor.

Without forgetting the land

We will accompany this experience with local mussels and a wine from Barco de Valdeorras.
Because on our planet there are also wonders!

This is the plan:

At sunset

Embarkation and start of navigation

  • We left the Club Nautico de Vigo at sunset (in front of the monument to Jules Verne).
  • We sail while learning how astronomical navigation works
In the twilight

G-Astronomy

  • We wait for the stars to come out with an exquisite appetizer.
  • We tested the astronomical instruments and observed with binoculars.

When you book we will send you a Voucher with all the details: schedule, meeting point, contact phone numbers and some recommendations.
Different meal options available, you will be able to confirm price with the person in charge of this Sea Starlight destination.

Meet the Orion

You will sail the sea at full sail aboard this 12 meters long catamaran.
An experience you have to try at least once in your life!

Boat specifications:

Length 12 m

Beam 7 m

Up to 12 people

4 Cabins

4 Bathrooms

This boat has:

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Awning

Bathing platform

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Bathroom ladder

Bathtub cushions

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Shower

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Speakers

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Spray hood

Table

Bath towels

Bed linens

Electric toilet

Hot water

Television

USB port

Attachment engine

Autopilot

Dinghy

Electric winches

Electric windlass

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GPS

Guides and charts

Probe

VHF

Coffee machine

Freezer

Microwave

Refrigerator

Glasses and tubes

Paddle board

Gennaker

Mainsail with battens

Roller genoa

Pattern

Write to us!
Our astronavigators are here to make your experience unforgettable.
We will help you understand what is included in the price, what the boats are like, how the astronomical activities work and any other questions you may have.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I cancel the previously booked activity?

On each short or long experience page, you have the information and cancellation policy specific to it.
If you still have doubts, you can contact us and we will help you to solve them.

How can I pay at Sea Starlight?

All you have to do is pre-book your activity and fill in the contact information required on the screen.
Shortly, the person in charge of the chosen activity will contact you and will indicate the method of payment (usually by bank transfer or bizum).

If I am going to sail, is it necessary to have any previous experience?

Our experiences are designed for anyone with an interest and no sailing or astronomy experience is required.
Our instructors and skippers love to share their knowledge with all those who visit us.

What should I bring on the day of departure?

Before the activity you will receive a voucher with all the details of your reservation and with the main tips both for sailing and for making observations.
It will depend a lot on the time of the year and the area where you are going to do your activity, but keep in mind that as a general rule, in the sea even in summer it is always advisable to wear several clothes and if we are hot we will remove layers.
Always take some warm clothes for sailing!
The same thing happens when we do observations at night, that although they are months of heat, at night temperatures drop quite a lot and it is preferable to be prepared with a good jacket, a hat to cover our head and even gloves.

Can I hire an exclusive activity?

Of course.
It will depend on the availability in each case but it is very common to reserve a boat for a family or group exclusively.

Is the activity I am going to perform insured?

All our boats are duly registered in List 6 and are covered by Civil Liability Insurance and SOVI (Compulsory Travelers Insurance).
Insurance to cover the typical case of not coming because my grandfather got sick is another matter.
In such cases, you have to take out personal insurance.

Can I get dizzy?

If you tend to get seasick, tell your skipper and he/she will give you some recommendations to avoid seasickness as much as possible, although they are not infallible since each body reacts differently to this situation.

How long is the experience and how is the time distributed on land and at sea?

Although it depends on each territory and especially on weather conditions and sea conditions, the standard is approximately 1 hour of navigation and 2 hours of observation on land.

How will I know where to find the meeting point?

Prior to departure we will send you a Voucher with all the details of your reservation: meeting point, what is included in your trip… and the telephone number of the skipper or instructor.

Will I have telephone coverage during my trip?

Depending on the geographical area you are in, it is likely that on trips away from the coast you may lose mobile coverage.

We are an official travel agency

Our vessels have passenger insurance (SOVI).

Secure payment guarantee

Committed to the sustainability of the seas and the sky

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