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Tips, routes and what to know before you set sail on the Cádiz coast.
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What to bring on a sailing trip: the complete list
Shoes, sun protection, a jacket for the way back and something to eat: what to bring (and what to leave behind) on a sailboat…
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Levante wind sailing in Barbate: how the levante and poniente shape your boat trip
On the Cádiz coast, the wind is in charge. We explain what the levante and poniente are and how we take them into account…
Sailing in Barbate and the Cádiz coast
On the South Sailing blog we share what we learn every day at sea: how the Levante and Poniente winds shape each trip, what to bring on a sailing trip, the best time to sail and what to see from the boat between Conil, Caños de Meca, Zahara de los Atunes and Tarifa. Practical tips so your boat hire in Barbate goes smoothly, whether it is your first time on a sailboat or not.
All our trips leave from Barbate Marina on a private sailboat with a licensed skipper, cleared for charter and insured, for groups of up to 7 guests.
Sailing routes from Barbate
From Barbate Marina you can sail west, along the La Breña cliffs, Caños de Meca and Cape Trafalgar to Conil, or east, past Zahara de los Atunes, Atlanterra and Bolonia to Tarifa and the Strait. On the blog we explain what to see on each route and how much time you need.
The wind rules: Levante and Poniente
On this coast the wind decides the route of the day. With Poniente it is usually better to sail towards Trafalgar and Conil; with Levante, the Zahara coast offers more sheltered anchorages. The skipper checks the forecast before every trip so it is safe and comfortable.
Before you book
If it is your first time on a sailboat, start with the sunset sail or the half-day. For a whole day at sea, choose the full-day trip to Conil or Tarifa. The boat is always private, for up to 7 guests, and you do not need a licence.