Collect and experience nautical miles
Mile cruise adventure
Practice at sea
A mile cruise on the Carezza blu is an ideal opportunity to collect valuable nautical miles for the Swiss Certificate of Competence for Ocean Yachting and learn how to navigate and maneuver a yacht safely under real conditions. You will also experience the freedom of the sea and have the opportunity to explore impressive coastlines and harbors.
Our mile cruises take you to Liguria in the winter months and to Sardinia and Corsica in the summer. Collect valuable nautical miles on the Carezza blu and prepare yourself optimally for obtaining the Swiss Certificate of Competence for Ocean Yachting: in small, informal groups you will learn and train step by step in planning, navigation and ship handling under the guidance of experienced skippers – in a practical, personal and professional manner.
Your activities on board - step by step to becoming a skipper
During the mile cruise you will be intensively supervised by our experienced skippers and prepared for your future tasks as a skipper. The aim is for you to be able to take on responsibility independently under supervision.
- Maneuver training: practice safe mooring and casting off as well as port maneuvers.
- Navigation: map reading, course planning and GPS handling.
- Good seamanship: responsible action and team leadership.
- Meteorology: analyzing and understanding weather reports.
- Knotology: mastering important knots for every situation.
- Logbook management: precise documentation of the journey.
- Other tasks: in accordance with then accordance with the requirements of the Swiss Certificate of Competence for Ocean Yachting booklet.
Do I need any prior knowledge or special equipment?
No, previous knowledge is not required. Our cruises are suitable for both beginners and experienced skippers. All you need is a love of the sea and curiosity. The motor yacht is fully equipped and our professional team will accompany you so that you can learn the basics quickly and concentrate on your progress.
How does a typical day during a mile cruise look like?
A typical day on the Carezza blu during a mile cruise starts with a good breakfast. We then analyze weather reports together, plan the route and start the practical training. Future skippers practice maneuvers such as mooring and taking off, turning in confined spaces, man-overboard maneuvers and anchoring. In the meantime, our experienced crew ensures clean communication and precise execution. On the way, weather data, course changes and special events are continuously documented in the logbook. Together we deepen theoretical knowledge, such as the handling of machines, safety equipment or emergency procedures. The day usually ends with a maneuver critique and preparation for the next day. Teamwork, concentration and fun are always the focus.