boat hire in Le Verdon-sur-Mer · Beneteau — First 31.7 (2006)
Description of Bernard's sailboat
Sailboat Beneteau First 31.7 9.5m
Capacity: 5 people + the captain (me). Day trips only. The First 31.7 is a star of fast and comfortable cruising that needs no introduction! Sailing is dependent on the day's tides and weather conditions. This will take us sailing in the estuary towards the cliffs of Meschers or out to sea towards the Cordouan lighthouse. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, windbreaker, flat shoes with clean soles, and a picnic lunch, plus a touch of good humor, will be all you need. We only take a maximum of 5 people plus myself. For larger groups, we can consider splitting the trip into two half-days on the same day. After a short safety briefing, sailing will be according to the tides, departing from Port Bloc (Port du Bac in Verdon-sur-Mer 33123) between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The price is all-inclusive. (Website commission and contribution to boat expenses in the form of onboard expenses and fuel). I will handle all aspects of the navigation, but I enjoy offering an educational activity with participation in the maneuvers. In case of bad weather, which has never happened, I would suggest rescheduling. Looking forward to having you on board, Bernard PS: Before committing, I need to know the composition of your family: number of adults and children, as well as their ages (I will be taking 5 people and myself).
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Overall rating
Magnifique journée passée sur un super bateau avec un excellent capitaine. Navigation très agréable et participative pour toutes les manœuvres avec des conseils de "pro". A renouveler, peut être sur un + long parcours ... Merci Capitaine et "Bon vent" Jean-Louis
Top-notch boat and skipper. Magnificent body of water. Bernard is an exceptional host.
We had a wonderful day on Bernard's sailboat! Bernard is a warm and welcoming host, who took the time to explain the basics of sailing to us, which made the experience even more enriching. The sailboat was in perfect condition, and the day at sea went smoothly. We highly recommend this experience and hope to have the opportunity to sail with Bernard again!
A top skipper with a desire to share his experience and knowledge of sailing, he has perfect command of his sailboat and his sailing sector.
Exceptional day with Bernard who passed on to us his love of the region and sailing. He put people at ease and reassured them that they would have a great time. We will happily go out with him again as soon as the opportunity arises.
Magnificent day at sea with Bernard. Climbing the Genneker, sailing along the Cordouan lighthouse and reaching the blue waters! Becoming one with nature! It was a real pleasure for everyone! Thank you Bernard! Thank you for your explanations and for letting us participate in the navigation. And the exchanges that we want to continue! A beautiful interlude at sea!
Great memories with Bernard! To do again
Super friendly and open skipper. The "cruise" was very enriching, ranging from vocabulary adapted to the marine world to practice in the appropriate conditions, including the discovery of goggles against seasickness! The Skipper let the people who wanted to test the helm and take care of the sails. He is very talkative and good with children! Very affordable price for a 6 hour cruise. I recommend !!!!!! ?
The mistake not to make is not to meet Bernard!
How to say... a wonderful day, Bernard is more than adorable. He pays attention to everyone, the children loved him and we will remember this moment because Bernard is extraordinary. Really happiness. Thank you again and don't hesitate, Bernard is great!!!
Bernard received us with great professionalism and kindness. He was able to put the whole family at ease for a moment of discovery with a very rough sea. The exchanges are easy and rewarding. His reassuring side was much appreciated. Thank you again for the availability for the girls ?. To recommend without hesitation
Magical day, fantastic weather, we were able thanks to the favorable wind to go to the lighthouse and bathe in the conch of the new island. Beautiful area. To do without hesitation! Thank you Bernard for this day.
We had a great day with Bernard, a remarkable sailor and warm teacher whom we recommend for anyone wishing to discover or improve their skills in sailing. Comfortable boat on which it is very pleasant to sail.
Bernard is a great sailor and an excellent navigator. He knows all the secrets of navigation, which he shares, because Bernard is also a great teacher. He will answer all your questions without any problem. Patient, always polite and cheerful. His boat is in very good condition and very well equipped. I hope we will go back to sea together one day.
Very nice moment of sharing, the day was perfect. To be redone very quickly, Thank you Bernard for this beautiful moment Valerie Philippe
Thank you Bernard for this wonderful day. Your welcome, your kindness, your communication delighted us. We return with our heads full of beautiful memories. Valentin, Satomi, Chloe and Chantal join me See you soon
A very nice day of initiation at sea, a big thank you to Bernard for his welcome and his good humor. A very endearing person with great sailing experience. We spent an unforgettable day, rich in emotions, sensations and sharing. Thanks also to Nouchka for rocking us on the waves ?
Thank you Bernard for this beautiful and very interesting day of sailing in the estuary and its strong tidal currents. I believe that this little one-day trip, embellished with beautiful discussions full of friendship, will remain the best memory of my holidays in Royan.
Bernard gave us an excellent welcome aboard his sailboat. He is also a very pleasant captain who is keen, on request, to share his passion for sailing and the Gironde estuary. I recommend without moderation. Thank you Bernard for this beautiful day and see you soon.
Bernard is a very nice person, the boat is in perfect condition, the sails are new and very well made. The boat is ideally maintained and clean. We would happily do a stay with Bernard again.
Very good day aboard Bernard's sailboat. It was a very good time. We felt safe. Bernard explains well. Thank you for all these exchanges which were not confined to sailing!
Great day on board with Bernard. Good humor, relaxation and a few sailing lessons and here is a great day out of time between Cordouan and "the river". Thank you for leaving us the helm, this feeling of holding the wind in the sails is magical. See you soon
Superb day aboard a top sailboat, a very generous owner in advice. Our tourism and navigation objectives largely achieved, we recommend Bernard and his sailboat without restraint. See you soon !
We spent a pleasant day with Bernard. For a first, we discovered sailing in a Bell way, rewarding from every point of view. Bernard presents things in a fun way. Thank you again and we will not hesitate to return Clement, Loïc, Alain and Laetitia
Superb outing at sea with Bernard. His boat is very nice and we leave this day with lots of nice memories. thanks again
An extraordinary day with Bernard who was able to introduce us with great tact and pedagogy to sailing on board his superb sailboat. As soon as we left the port, he was able to put us at ease at the helm and we were able to take part in all the manoeuvres. Bernard is also an excellent conversationalist and showed and told us about different sites that we came across. The day went by at full speed and we came home full of images!
Great experience with Bernard who was able to pass on his passion to us with a lot of pedagogy, all the crew were able to steer and participate in the manoeuvres. To recommend ! Pascal, Maryse, Stéphane, Sylvie, Joseph, Sylvie.
We had a great day on board! Bernard is very friendly and professional. I recommend 1000 times!
Earthy character, excellent teacher on a very pleasant boat, the day will have been rich in lessons. Thank you Bernard for this navigation, for the advice and for the care you bring to the well-being of your passengers :-) David
Bernard is a passionate skipper, full of benevolence and humanity. We had a lot of fun sailing aboard his boat and alongside him. A moving and emotional journey.
Bernard welcomed us warmly with benevolence. He made us marvelously discover the estuary and its life. His enthusiasm and attentiveness managed to interest our children aged 15 to 19. We recommend.
Bernard is quite a character! A formidable pedagogue hides behind this former musician. The Gironde estuary has no secrets for him, so you immediately feel safe, which is very good because he is zen: the girls were able to take turns at the helm without there is any tension. As a result, we had a great day that the whole family would be ready to do again! Many thanks to you Bernard!
Bernard lets us take the helm and explains very well how his boat works. We had a wonderful day. Bernard is a very cultured person and we can talk about anything with him. The day passed at an incredible pace, we did not have the impression of staying 8 hours at sea. To be recommended and to be redone!!!
Bernard is a very good skipper, friendly, very competent and above all a teacher. Very enjoyable family outing. Strongly recommend.
Bernard is a benevolent and available sailor. He shares his passion and constantly watches over the safety of his crew. Neophyte, you can learn the fundamentals of sailing with him. This little cruise will remain a great memory in the minds of my children and granddaughters.
Great time spent with Bernard on the estuary
We spent an extraordinary day with Bernard. Passionate, educational and generous, it is without hesitation that we recommend him.
Excellent navigation! Thank you Bernard for your welcome and the transmission of your knowledge.
A wonderful family day with Bernard who is super friendly and very professional. We had a nice time. I recommend 200%.
I had a great day with Bernard. Bernard likes to pass on his knowledge, so beyond the sea trip side, Bernard also explained to me the tricks of the trade of "sailor". In summary, I recommend without hesitation.
Super moment
A magical day with Bernard. Sailing, swimming, sun, very enriching discussions in a fabulous setting. To do again very soon! And a big thank you to Bernard for his patience and his pedagogy with our teenagers!
We had an exceptional day with Bernard! Very warm welcome, very attentive, with little care for his crew. Let participate in maneuvers (even for novices). A real sea bass who has more than one string to his bow...or to his guitar! See you soon on the water!
Thank you for this wonderful day and this discovery of the Medoc. Thank you again for this moment of exchange, sharing in all simplicity.. See you soon...Karine, Olivier and Hortense
High quality boat and captain. Navigation in complete safety adapted to the conditions and the crew. Very responsive boat that provides a lot of feeling at all speeds. Very pedagogical skipper with a very good knowledge of the area and his boat. A great day of family sailing with children aged 13 and 6 despite difficult weather. A nice meeting. To live absolutely.
Alright ! Pleasant and very conscientious owner. Everything was spotless! I recommend.
This excursion with Bernard was a pleasant and educational experience, despite average weather conditions for navigation. A nautical trip with such a service and at this price should leave you no hesitation.
We had a great day with Bernard, who is very pedagogical, and very pleasant to contact. The boat is in very good condition, well equipped and sailed without dragging. Thank you Bernard, see you soon.
Bernard is very professional and friendly. Superb day!
Thanks to Bernard for this pleasant walk. Great day: wind, sun and above all a lot of important messages in terms of safety and pleasure of navigation from our captain. Everything was perfect. A very good moment that we are already thinking of renewing. Isabella and Christopher
Offered by Bernard
j ai 70 ans et je suis passionné de voile depuis l âge de 8 ans. Je ne pratique maintenant qu’occasionnellement la régate te. J aime faire des croisières entre la Gironde et la Bretagne sud. Je suis par ailleurs musicien. La contemplation, comme la conversation me nourrissent autant l une que l'autre. J aime partager voire,susciter le désir d'apprendre à naviguer. De l'eau, un bateau et du vent me comblent...
Location
Location of the sailboat: Port Bloc, Le Verdon-Sur-Mer