Private sailing from Olhão

Your time.
Your sea.

A day around the islands, sunset with your favourite people, or a few nights away. Step aboard ZERO and let us shape the journey around you.

  • Sun Odyssey 52.2
  • Up to 6 guests
  • Based in Olhão
Sails and cockpit of ZERO, our Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 52.2, underway in the Atlantic

Aboard the Sun Odyssey 52.2

How would you like to spend your time?

Choose your rhythm. We will confirm the route, crew, availability and price in your personal proposal.

01

6–8 hours · Olhão or an agreed port

A day at sea

Explore the Ria Formosa islands from Olhão, or arrange a coastal day from another port. Leave time for a swim, lunch and a sheltered anchorage.

  • Islands, beaches & coastal scenery
  • Swimming and relaxed time aboard
  • Lunch aboard or a restaurant stop
The route is planned around your departure port, with any repositioning agreed in advance.Request proposal
02

2–3 hours · Local return trip

Sunset sailing

From our base in Olhão, enjoy a local Ria Formosa route, subject to tide and draught. Sunset trips from other ports can be arranged around the yacht’s itinerary. Return to the departure port.

  • Couples, friends & private celebrations
  • Aperitif and canapé options
  • Seasonal departure time
A local return trip from Olhão or another agreed departure point. Longer coastal passages are planned separately.Request proposal
03

2+ nights · Bespoke itinerary

An overnight escape

Settle into life aboard the Sun Odyssey 52.2. A crewed sailing escape leaves room for coastal passages, island time and unhurried evenings.

  • Captain and agreed onboard service
  • Meals and provisioning by proposal
  • Coastal passages, island days & nights aboard
Crew roles, cabin arrangement, overnight capacity and running expenses are specified before booking.Request proposal

Meet ZERO

A sailing yacht. A personal welcome.

ZERO is our Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 52.2. Enjoy time under sail, the cockpit and guest accommodation with private WCs. Your proposal sets out the crew, service and cabin arrangements for your trip.

Hull length 14.94 m · Beam 4.85 m · Draught 1.80 m

Ria Formosa & the islands

A different Algarve, beyond the cliffs.

Lagoon channels, island villages and a long seafood lunch. Choose one or two island stops and give the day room to breathe.

Ria Formosa · Island life near Olhão

Deserta

Beach walks and the Estaminé restaurant on Ilha da Barreta, with access and table arrangements confirmed in advance.

Farol

The lighthouse village, sandy paths and time by the beach. A gentle stop for a walk, a drink or a swim in a suitable area.

Culatra

A working fishing community, lagoon views and a village seafood lunch. Plan around the tides and the character of the island.

Farol and Culatra are different communities on the same barrier island. Deserta is the separate island of Barreta.

Looking for a longer coastal itinerary?

Duration and boarding by arrangement

West · Alvor to Lagos

A coastal cruise; close cave access requires a suitable authorised small boat.

Duration and boarding by arrangement

Cliffs · Carvoeiro to Marinha

Benagil cave entry is a separate, regulated activity. No cave-beach landing or swim-in access is offered.

From our Olhão base, these longer coastal routes are planned as separate passages or multi-day itineraries. Another boarding point can be arranged to suit the trip. Sailing time, overnight stops and any repositioning are agreed in advance, with the final route adapted to wind, swell, tides and access.

Thoughtfully arranged

Know what to expect.

Your proposal

The date, route, embarkation point, operating company, approved guest capacity and crew are confirmed in writing before booking.

Inclusions & extras

Your price sets out taxes, fuel allowance and any relocation. Meals, drinks, equipment, shore transfers and partner activities are included only when specified.

Weather & booking

We explain the deposit, weather and cancellation terms before you commit. Routes adapt to conditions; overnight running expenses are detailed separately.

Personalise your time aboard

Optional arrangements are priced and confirmed separately. Specialist activities may be a separate outing with a suitable partner.

Food & island tables

Provisioning, a chef or an island restaurant reservation, including Estaminé on Deserta or a local table in Culatra.

Swimming & watersports

A suitable swim or snorkel stop, with available SUP and kayak equipment confirmed. Ask about Fliteboard eFoil or a separate specialist watersports session.

A reason to celebrate

Flowers, a photographer and a menu for a birthday, anniversary or special moment at sea.

More to explore

Authorised dolphin watching, fishing, guided diving, nature outings and road transfers can be arranged as separate services. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

Before you go

Where do we board?

Our home base is Olhão, and we can arrange departures elsewhere to suit your plans. Tell us your preferred port or destination. Your proposal confirms the boarding point, arrival port, repositioning and any road transfers.

Can we sail to Ria Formosa and back in one day?

Yes, a local island day from our Olhão base is possible, with stops and access selected for the yacht and tide. Trips from other boarding points are planned individually, allowing for sailing time and any overnight stops.

What does fully crewed mean?

A captain and the onboard service team agreed for your charter. We specify who is aboard, whether a chef is included, cabin arrangements and what meals and running expenses are covered.

Are families welcome?

Tell us all guests’ ages and any mobility needs. We will discuss a suitable vessel and route, access aboard, lifejackets and the operator’s rules before confirming.

Coastal · Offshore · Atlantic

Ready for a longer horizon?

Explore coastal and Atlantic passages, gain experience and build miles aboard ZERO.

Explore sailing passages

Your charter starts here

Tell us what you have in mind.

Tell us your preferred experience, dates and group. We will discuss availability and prepare a personal proposal.

Olhão · Algarve, Portugal

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