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Sailing with family – Crewed sailing with sailwithus

  • Modern Yacht
  • Children 5 & under & teenagers up to 17 years old
  • Hands-on sailing
  • Relaxation
  • From €790 for adults & from €690 for children & teenagers

Are you looking for the perfect holiday for the whole family?

Then our family sailing trip is just right for you! On a family trip, our yachts offer kids’ activities, relaxation, and pure sailing adventure. Whether you’re a single parent or a small family with children, everyone is welcome! Prefer some privacy? Then book a private yacht. You can also add childcare to fully relax.

Our Family Sailing Trip Highlight

Pure variety!

Crewing makes hearts big and small beat faster. Whether sailing, relaxing, or cooking together.

Learn something new!

From day one, you pitch in and learn sailing together in a playful way. It brings the family closer together.

Dive into the cool water!

You splash around in the world’s biggest pool – straight from the yacht into the azure blue water! That makes your family sailing trip truly special.

Variety on board.

You sail as a family on a modern yacht through the Mediterranean. On board are like-minded families who quickly become new friends.

What our customers say

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Based on 2238 reviews
Wir hatten einen großartigen Family- Segeltörn, mit Karoly dem Skipper, in Kroatien. Zwei Familien und er waren an Board und wir alle waren ein super Team, haben viel Theorie und Praxis gelernt. Die Kids waren im Alter von 4,5-9 Jahre, alle konnten schwimmen und waren absolute Wasserratten und hatten kein Problem mit kaltem Wasser, was sehr zu empfehlen ist. Wir alle haben den Törn, die Gemeinschaft, das unterwegs sein und die Ruhe auf dem Wasser sehr genossen. Das Boot war modern und sauber und gut ausgestattet. Wir haben super schöne Buchten gesehen und genossen. Etwas untransparent waren die ganzen (teuren) Nebenkosten mit Boardkasse, Hafengebühren oder Bojen und Diesel und das kleine Kinder fast den gleichen Preis wie Erwachsene zahlen bei allen finanziellen Aspekten. Ansonsten würden wir diesen Urlaub immer wieder gerne machen. Für meinen persönlichen Geschmack gerne auch in Verbindung mit einer Klettertour oder Wanderung.
Wir haben über Pfingsten eine einwöchige Familien-Segelreise in Kroatien mit sailwithus gemacht und hatten eine fantastische Zeit!

Unser Skipper Karoly war einfach großartig. Mit viel Geduld und Fachwissen hat er uns nicht nur die Grundlagen des Segelns nähergebracht, sondern bei uns allen die Begeisterung für diesen Sport geweckt. Er ist jederzeit auf unsere Bedürfnisse eingegangen und hat wunderschöne Buchten ausgewählt, die perfekt zum Schwimmen, Entdecken und Entspannen waren.

Auch unsere Crew war super harmonisch, sodass wir uns von Anfang an wohlgefühlt haben. Das Boot war sehr gut ausgestattet und bot alles, was man für eine entspannte und komfortable Woche auf dem Wasser braucht.

Insgesamt war es ein rundum gelungenes Erlebnis mit vielen unvergesslichen Momenten. Wir würden jederzeit wieder mit sailwithus segeln und können die Reisen uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen!
Großartiger Segeltörn, sehr nette Crew, sehr sympathischer Skipper, sehr gute Mischung aus segeln ⛵️, sightseeing, schwimmen und Party. Gerne wieder!
Liebes SailWithUs Team,
unser Segeltörn in den Saronischen Inseln war einfach unvergesslich.
Dank Skipper Pascals fachkundiger Führung, Ruhe und sicherem Händchen auf dem Wasser fühlten wir uns jederzeit gut aufgehoben. Die Route, das Segelgefühl, die malerischen Buchten und die entspannten Abende an Deck haben unseren Urlaub zu etwas ganz Besonderem gemacht.
Jeder von uns hatte ganz unterschiedliche Vorstellungen und Vorkenntnisse. Petra und ich hatten gar keine Erfahrung und waren das erste Mal auf einem Segelboot. Wir hatten viele Highlights, eine war auf jeden Fall, wie Pascal in den Hafen von Poros "eingeparkt” hat. Die Bavaria 57 hat er bei starkem Seitenwind auf den Zentimeter genau zwischen zwei Segelschiffen eingepasst. Er hat wertvolle Tipps gegeben und uns so für das Segeln begeistert. Die Koordination mit der Crew lief reibungslos, da wir auch eine super Ausstattung an Bord hatten mit viel Platz (wie gesagt 57-Fuß-Boot für 7 Personen). Somit war auch die Atmosphäre an Bord immer entspannt und positiv.
Vielen Dank an das gesamte SailWithUs Team für die hervorragende Organisation und an Pascal für diese unbeschreiblich schöne Zeit. Wir würden den Törn mit Pascal jederzeit wieder buchen und können SailWithUs uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.
Wir hatten eine fantastische Segelwoche in Griechenland und können den Törn uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen. Besonders unsere Skipperin Laura hat die Reise zu einem echten Highlight gemacht. Sie war jederzeit motiviert, kompetent und hat es geschafft, sowohl Anfängern als auch etwas erfahreneren Mitseglern viel beizubringen. Dabei ist sie immer auf die Wünsche der Gruppe eingegangen und hat für eine tolle Atmosphäre an Bord gesorgt.

Die Woche bot eine perfekte Mischung aus Segeln und spannenden Landausflügen. So konnten wir nicht nur die wunderschöne Inselwelt rund um die Peloponnes genießen, sondern auch viel Zeit auf dem Wasser verbringen.

Leider hatten wir wetterbedingt nicht besonders viel Wind, was natürlich niemand beeinflussen kann. Laura hat jedoch das Beste daraus gemacht und das Programm flexibel angepasst, sodass wir trotzdem eine abwechslungsreiche und erlebnisreiche Woche hatten.

Insgesamt hatten wir eine großartige Zeit, haben viel gelernt, viel gelacht und unvergessliche Erinnerungen gesammelt. Vielen Dank an Laura für diese tolle Segelwoche!
Es war eine Reise, die ich nie vergessen werde. Ich werde es zu 100 % weiterempfehlen.
Ende Mai haben wir am einwöchigen Segeltörn „Forever Young“ ab Trogir - dieses Mal ab Marina Kaštela Split - teilgenommen.

Vom telefonischen Beratungsgespräch vor der Buchung bis zur Durchführung des Törns hat alles super reibungslos geklappt und wir hatten mit Skipper Reto und vier weiteren Mitseglern eine tolle Woche in diesem schönen Segelrevier. Schon bei der außerordentlich gewissenhaften Übernahme und Überprüfung der Yacht - eine Elan Impression 43 mit Selbstwendefock von Sail Club Croatia in sehr gutem Zustand - und einer gründlichen Sicherheitseinweisung kam das Gefühl auf, für die kommende Woche in guten Händen zu sein.

Skipper Reto hat während des gesamten Törns permanent die Wünsche und Interessen der Crew abgefragt oder gefühlt und die Gestaltung des Törns darauf ausgerichtet. Seine Freude und Fähigkeit bei der unermüdlichen Vermittlung von Kenntnissen zur Seemannschaft, Navigation und Seerecht wurde von allen Crew-Mitgliedern dankbar angenommen. Am Ende der Woche hatten wir also nicht nur einen schönen Urlaubstörn mit Stationen an den malerischen Häfen von Vis und Hvar sowie wunderbaren Buchten mit Badegelegenheiten, sondern auch vieles dazugelernt - herzlichen Dank dafür an Skipper Reto!
A wonderful sailing week in Greece ⛵🌊
Dear Pascal and Sailwithus Team,
I wanted to reach out and send a very warm and personal thank you for the incredible sailing week we just spent in Greece under your care.
Everything was beautifully organized right from the start, and we really appreciated receiving all the helpful and detailed information well in advance. It made our preparation entirely stress-free.
Although we originally planned to sail around the Kykladen, the weather had other ideas. Looking back, making the joint decision with you to adapt our route was the absolute best call we could have made. Pascal, we are grateful for your expertise and the wonderful, safe alternatives you proposed. Thanks to your guidance, we had an absolutely fantastic week!
Even though we already hold our sailing licenses, you managed to teach us several new techniques that we were excited to learn. It was a week filled with great insights, and you made us feel both completely safe and continuously inspired on the water.
Personally, I absolutely loved the gorgeous, secluded bays you recommended for us. Swimming in the crystal-clear ocean during the day, stargazing under the awesome night sky, and enjoying the peaceful surroundings made it both a highly successful and deeply relaxing vacation.
To top it all off, seeing those dolphins was pure magic, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time spent in Poro!
Thank you so much, Pascal, for your professional skills, and your nicel company. You truly made our week unforgettable.
Warmest regards,
Marlene
Super Schiff (Beneteau Oceanis 46.1) mit super Skipper Tobi und einer klasse Crew.
Abwechslungsreicher kann eine Woche Urlaub kaum sein.
Unser Törn war richtig schön. Theo, unser Skipper, hatte eine gute Mischung gefunden zwischen den einzelnen Bedürfnissen der Crew, so dass jeder auf seine Kosten kam. Die Buchten, der Hafen, das Segeln selbst waren sehr, sehr gut von Theo ausgewählt. Eine gute Mischung aus allem. Seitens sailwithus war alles bestens organisiert. Absolut gerne wieder.

Possible countries for family sailing trips

Croatia

Nature

  • 4/5

Culture

  • 3.5/5

Harbour/Bay

  • 70/30

If you’re looking for “fun and relaxation,” a sailing holiday in Croatia is the perfect choice. Along the islands of Central Dalmatia, you’ll experience an unbeatable mix of idyllic nature, dreamy bays, and vibrant party and harbour life.

Greece

Nature

  • 4/5

Culture

  • 5/5

Harbour/Bay

  • 55/45

Swim in deep blue waters. Visit ancient temples. Relax in secluded bays around the Peloponnese and its islands, and discover fishing villages with authentic tavernas: YAMAS – cheers! The Greece sailing route is a fantastic all-rounder.

Germany

Nature

  • 3.5/5

Culture

  • 3/5

Harbour/Bay

  • 80/20

The dream holiday at home comes true as you explore the beautiful area around Lolland. You’ll visit stunning fjords in the Danish South Sea and go on cycling trips. Just your taste?

Family sailing trip with sailwithus – here’s what you can look forward to:

First things first, because it’s so important to us: the safety of your family is our top priority – whether toddlers, teenagers, or adults! Your yacht is perfectly equipped – from children’s life jackets to a lifeline net (optional, upon request). You’ll be sailing in light-wind areas like Croatia or the Peloponnese in Greece, or start your sailing adventure in the Baltic Sea with short distances.
As a family, you can either have an exclusive private yacht charter or sail together with other families. By the way, on our sailing trips, children of all ages are warmly welcome and no prior experience is necessary!

Sailing with kids and having fun!

On the family sailing trip, you experience shared adventures on the open sea. Between learning knots and hoisting sails, you strengthen family bonds and create unforgettable memories. The children can gain their first nautical experiences under the guidance of the skippers, while the adults enjoy the peace on the water or take part in navigating the yacht. Shared activities with other families foster new friendships and the opportunity to learn from each other in a relaxed atmosphere. A perfect mix of learning, relaxation, and adventure.

Our daily itinerary: Check out the schedule!

  • The family sailing trip is designed for all types of families with children and teenagers (ages 2 to 17) who are eager to experience an adventure together.
  • Your yacht consists of three to six cabins, accommodating five to a maximum of twelve people.
  • Your experienced skipper sails with you, ensuring both safety and lots of fun!
Four children are enjoying the water: one climbs a wooden dock ladder, while the other three are either jumping in or splashing in the clear blue water on a sunny day. The scene evokes family-friendly sailing trips in the Mediterranean and represents fun and adventure.

What awaits you?

During a week of family sailing, you’ll experience something new every day! From shared breakfasts on the yacht to a sundowner in a secluded cove, you can shape your week according to your own wishes.

  • Rides in the dinghy, treasure hunts on uninhabited islands, face painting for the pirate attack, simple sailing maneuvers, and of course lots of fun in the water.
  • Adults experience plenty of relaxation: With the sun on your face, wind in your hair, and a sailing yacht gliding through the waves, you can unwind like never before.

Family sailing – wonderful!

Your family sailing trip with sailwithus takes you to the Mediterranean summer paradise: crystal-clear turquoise waters, breathtaking nature, and romantic islands, as well as charming little towns full of life and Mediterranean flair. You’ll anchor in secluded bays, often all to yourselves. How wonderful! Together, you’ll enjoy sun-soaked moments and endless swimming fun. And when hunger strikes, savor a delicious meal prepared in your onboard kitchen or at a local, traditional restaurant. Yummy!

Four children wearing life jackets are sitting in a small inflatable boat on clear, turquoise water. Three of the children are wearing baseball caps in different colors. The boat is tied up just outside the frame. It’s a picturesque moment, typical of family-friendly sailing trips in the Mediterranean.
Aerial view of a sailboat with several people on deck, drifting in clear turquoise waters during their sailing trip in Greece. The white hull of the boat contrasts with the vibrant blue sea, creating a calm and picturesque scene.

Grow closer as a family during your sailing holiday

The family sailing trip is perfect for children and teenagers of all ages. While younger children learn to sail in a playful way, teenagers between 14 and 16 find their time on the water really “cool.” This way, the whole family experiences intense days together, while everyone can also pursue their own interests. Parents can enjoy conversations with other moms and dads, relax on deck, or soak up the sun, while the children learn to sail from the skipper or fill their Instagram feed with unforgettable holiday moments. If you prefer to spend the week exclusively with your family, you can book a private yacht or catamaran. We are happy to advise you on a private charter with friends. Optionally, you can also book childcare. Starting from €3,600, you can get a 3-cabin yacht, accommodating up to six people with plenty of space and privacy.

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Family sailing trip with sailwithus – this is included in your yacht charter:

You’re traveling with like-minded people because you all share one thing: the dream of a sailing holiday in the Mediterranean. Your crew is young and a lively mix of complete beginners and experienced sailors. What matters most to you is simple, stress-free planning and preparation.

On sailwithus sailing trips you are always traveling sustainably. We encourage our fellow sailors to do a beach clean up once on every trip so that we can do our bit to preserve the beautiful areas in which we sail. Join us and experience your dream vacation without a guilty conscience. If you want more information about sustainability with us, click here.

  • 7 nights stay on a sailing yacht
  • Including German-speaking skipper
  • One towel per person (except the Baltic Sea).
  • Bedding (except for the Baltic Sea)
  • Dinghy (dinghy)
  • Outboard motor
  • Navigation equipment
  • Final cleaning of the yacht
  • Nautical mileage confirmation on request
  • Meeting point on Saturdays 2-4 p.m. – return Friday late afternoon to the port of departure – departure on Saturdays 9 a.m.
  • You book a “friendly” skipper free of charge. They offer safety for sailing beginners thanks to their sailing training.
  • Before the start, you will do the shopping together so that food is provided on board. The kitchen on the yacht is also well equipped.
  • Every sailing trip is well prepared. Spontaneous excursions and side trips are still possible at any time. The crew decides together what they feel like doing, depending on the wind and weather.

Sailing is comparable to camping on the water and therefore not a typical luxury holiday. From time to time, there may be minor inconveniences that are simply part of the adventure.

What is not included?

  • Onboard kitty for local expenses – food, diesel, national parks, harbor fees, etc. (€200–€300 per person)
  • Catering for the skipper (paid from the on-board cash box)
  • Flights and transportation to the marina
  • travel insurance, which you can find here you can easily take out here.
  • Excess on the deposit of 100 € (200 € for catamarans)
  • Tourist tax
  • Lifeline net (optional)

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Learn more about family sailing holidays

Family sailing holiday: Sailing with children

Are you looking for a new, varied way to spend your vacation that the whole family will enjoy? Then our family sailing holidays aboard a modern, fantastic yacht are just the thing for you. Family sailing trips offer an absolute summer highlight that everyone should experience at least once in their life! Why? It’s simple: sailing with your family lets you spend quality time together on the water while bonding as a family. With active participation in sailing, you can shape the week as a crew exactly according to your wishes. You’ll want to do it again and again!

Which sailing regions are best suited for a family sailing vacation?

One thing is certain: without kindergarten, school, friends, or sports clubs, children and teenagers can get bored quickly. But not on our family sailing trips, where new adventures are on the agenda every single day! Whether in Greece, Croatia, or on the Baltic Sea, you’ll spend an unforgettable week on board with other families, full of fun. And this is possible even during the high season at reasonable prices—far away from the usual mass tourism.

Spend the summer in your favorite sailing region in the Mediterranean or the Baltic Sea. Top destinations: Croatia and Greece

On a sailing trip in Croatia, you’ll sail along the Dalmatian coast and won’t be able to get enough of the stunning bays and crystal-clear waters. The Kornati National Park and its protected area are a real highlight and a true paradise for young and old alike. Perfect for an exploration tour with a hidden treasure! A huge amount of fun for both little and big sailors!

Our family sailing holiday in Greece

Even in Greece, you’ll experience a family vacation you’ll remember forever. With a warm Mediterranean climate and steady winds, the region offers ideal conditions for a family sailing trip throughout the summer. What makes it especially attractive for families is that the distances between ports and coves are relatively short, allowing plenty of time for swimming stops or excursions on land. By the way, if your family wants a sailing trip in a specific country, sailwithus will gladly organize it as a private charter.

Family sailing holiday: Learn to sail actively with our experienced skipper

On our family sailing trips, every crew member gets to have a say in how the week unfolds. Depending on wind and weather conditions, you plan your days and bring your wishes to life. Quickly, you grow into a team where everyone takes responsibility and actively participates in sailing. Watching only is not an option with us! Regardless of age (from 6 years up), everyone gets a turn at the helm, navigates, or handles the sails. Our experienced skippers make sure you learn everything while keeping safety as the top priority. That’s what makes life on board during your adventure holiday so special and full of experiences.

The current travel conditions

More and more families are choosing an active sailing holiday instead of a beach and hotel vacation. And we can totally understand why! No other type of holiday offers so much freedom and individuality, far from the usual mass tourism. Sleep in secluded bays under the starry sky, discover new places every day, and jump into the sea for a snorkel even before breakfast – it’s a thrill for young and old alike. Every day brings a new, amazing adventure – from sunrise to sunset. So, when will you set sail?

Think about tomorrow today

For those who care about climate-conscious travel as much as we do, a family sailing trip is the perfect choice. Sailing is a very sustainable form of vacation, as you mostly move with wind and waves. Even under engine power, emissions remain relatively low. If you still want to make an additional contribution to climate protection, you can offset your trip through our partner atmosfair. Through this non-profit initiative, a monetary contribution goes directly into climate protection projects (including a donation receipt and certificate), ensuring that children can continue to enjoy such amazing sailing trips for many years to come!

You don’t need to sail all the way to the Caribbean. . .

Don’t worry: For deep relaxation and unwinding, you don’t necessarily have to travel to the Caribbean or the islands of the Seychelles. Our family sailing trip in the Mediterranean or the Baltic Sea offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy quality time on board with your loved ones. The family charter is tailored to your needs – whether active sailing, relaxation, swimming stops, or exciting onshore excursions. On board your modern yacht, you have everything you need. And if you don’t feel like cooking, you can take the dinghy ashore and try local delicacies in a traditional restaurant. What are you waiting for?

Your Most Frequently Asked Questions

No, you don’t need any prior experience. Our sailing trips are for everyone – whether you’re completely new to sailing or already have some experience. Throughout the week, our skippers will teach you everything you need to know and make sure you’re always safe and well taken care of.

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That depends on the type of trip you book. On our Youngline trip, your fellow sailors will be between 18 and 39 years old. On our Forever Young trip, they are between 40 and 59 years old. For our themed and training trips (Green Ahoi, Yoga, SKS), there is no age limit.

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All crew members meet on Saturday between 2 and 4 p.m. at the marina. Around 5 p.m., you’ll board the yacht, and after a detailed safety briefing the next morning, you’ll set sail. A later arrival on Saturday evening is theoretically possible, but we don’t recommend it – please coordinate with your fellow crew members via WhatsApp in advance!

Our fellow sailors and skippers come from the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland), so the main language on board will be German. However, all skippers speak English, and international sailors are very welcome.

On the first day of the sailing trip, cabins will be assigned. The crew and skippers can choose their cabins based on their preferences and needs. Generally, cabins are assigned with gender separation. If you would like to stay with a specific person or prefer not to share a cabin with someone of a different gender, feel free to mention this during booking. We will take your preferences into account.

We sail on modern yachts of various sizes: 3-cabin, 4-cabin, 5-cabin, and 6-cabin yachts. Accordingly, there are between 5 and 12 fellow sailors on board.

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