Madeira Island · Portugal

Set Sail.
Slow Down. Connect.

Private charters and hands-on sailing aboard LAZER — a classic 9-metre yacht for up to six guests. No 100-seat catamarans, no queues: just you, the wind, and a master skipper.

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Skippered by a Yacht Master Private · max 6 guests Take the helm & learn Funchal · year-round

The Lazer difference

Not another boat tour

Madeira's water is full of 90-seat catamarans and dolphin-spotting queues. Lazer is the deliberate opposite — a private classic yacht, a Yacht Master skipper, and the chance to actually learn to sail.

Just the six of you

Never more than six guests — the opposite of the 90-seat catamarans. The boat, the day and the route are yours alone.

Learn to actually sail

Don't just watch the sea from the rail. Take the helm, read the wind and trim the sails — guided by Alexandre, a certified Yacht Master.

A classic under sail

LAZER is a true sailing yacht, not a motor platform. Cut the engine, let the wind do the work and fall into the rhythm of the open Atlantic.

No crowds. No catamarans.

You are the captain.

Steer the wheel of the ship. Feel her lean into the wind and set your own course along Madeira's coast — with a Yacht Master right beside you. This isn't a tour you watch. It's a sea you command.

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Lazer Experiences

Choose your experience

Private starting points on the water — each one a foundation you can combine with a learn-to-sail lesson or a signature journey.

3h

Sunrise | Sunset

Enjoy the magical colours of sunrise or sunset on board, on a peaceful trip that shows you Madeira from the ocean.

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6h–8h

Half Day / Full Day

Whether it's a day, a morning or an afternoon, it will always be the perfect opportunity to relax, sail or go on an adventure on board.

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4h

Sailing & Yoga

Experience the unique combination of sailing and yoga with a private instructor from Madeira Yoga Experience, in exclusive locations for a total connection with the sea and nature.

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Learn from a Yacht Master

Learn to sail

From first sail to skipper-ready

Anyone can ride a boat — few learn to truly sail one. With Alexandre, a certified Yacht Master, you progress from your very first time at the wheel to the day you steer the ship yourself. You are the captain.

01

Intro Lesson

Half day · on the water

Your first time at the helm. Points of sail, reading the wind, steering and trimming — the real thing, hands-on from the very first minute.

02

Sailing Course

Multi-session · progression

A structured programme from first sail to confident crew. Build real skill session by session, on a course designed to take you all the way to skipper-ready.

03

Skipper for a Day

Full day · intensive

An intensive day where you run the boat — navigation, helm and docking — with a Yacht Master beside you the whole way. The closest thing to commanding your own yacht.

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Single lessons, multi-session courses & gift vouchers — taught in English, Português & Deutsch.

Signature Journeys

Named routes along Madeira's coast

Our flagship adventures — an experience, a skill and an iconic destination, combined into one unforgettable journey.

Flagship

Helm to Porto Santo

A full-day crossing to the golden island. Take the helm on open water and learn to navigate a real passage — Madeira's classic blue-water adventure.

Full day Take the helm Porto Santo
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Most loved

Sunset Skipper

Trim the sails along the Cabo Girão cliffs as the sun drops into the Atlantic — a sunset sail where you do the sailing, not just the watching.

Sunset sail Take the helm Cabo Girão
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Half day

São Lourenço Explorer

Sail the dramatic volcanic peninsula of Ponta de São Lourenço, dropping anchor for a swim and snorkel in its wild, sheltered coves.

Half day Swim & snorkel São Lourenço
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Every journey is built from an experience + an adventure + an iconic location — and can be tailored to your group. Want a different route? Tell us your dream day.

Lazer Adventure

Everything you can add on board

From taking the helm to snorkelling a hidden cove — mix and match to build your perfect day, and we'll bring the gear.

Take the Helm
Snorkeling
Paddle
Kayak
Learn to Navigate
Mast Climbing
Appetisers · Food & Drinks
Photography & Video

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Check dates & reserve

Pick a day and a tour — we'll confirm your booking within hours.

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June 2026

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Up to 6 aboard

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LAZER, a classic sailing yacht, anchored beneath Madeira's volcanic cliffs

9m

classic sailing yacht

Meet your skipper

Sail with a Yacht Master

Lazer is the dream of Alexandre Pestana — a certified Yacht Master who has spent his career aboard some of the world's finest sailing vessels. Now he brings that mastery home to Madeira, on his own classic yacht.

It means you're not just a passenger. You're learning from someone who operates at the very top of the craft — and who would rather hand you the helm and teach you to read the wind than have you watch from the rail.

Certified Yacht Master Career aboard world-class yachts English · Português · Deutsch

— Alexandre Pestana · skipper & owner

Vessel
Classic 9 m sailing yacht
Name
LAZER · POLO0122W
Guests
Up to 6, fully private
Departs
Funchal, Madeira

A day on board

Where the sea takes you

Every charter is unique, but a classic day with Lazer often flows something like this.

Cast off

Slip out of Funchal

We leave the marina behind and trade the city for open water and the full sweep of Madeira's south coast.

The cliffs

Sail beneath Cabo Girão

Glide below one of Europe's highest sea cliffs — 580 metres of sheer volcanic rock plunging into the Atlantic.

Wildlife

Drift with dolphins & whales

Cut the engine and let resident dolphins and pilot whales come to us in the quiet of a sailing boat.

Anchor

Swim in a hidden cove

Drop anchor in clear Atlantic water for a swim, a snorkel, or a paddle — at your own pace.

Golden hour

Sail home into the sunset

Raise a glass as the sun melts into the ocean and Madeira lights up behind you.

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Beyond the boat

Learn to sail, even before you arrive

We're building a home for sailors-in-the-making — free videos on how to sail and how to look after a boat, plus a community to keep learning between charters. Be the first to know when it launches.

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Coming soon

YouTube channel

Free how-to-sail & how-to-fix-a-boat videos.

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Skool community

Learn to Sail & Learn to Fix a Boat — keep learning between charters.

Guest stories

Loved by those aboard

★★★★★
"The most peaceful day of our whole trip. We saw dolphins, swam in a hidden bay and watched the sunset with a glass of wine. Completely private — just magical."
Sophie & Mark · United Kingdom
★★★★★
"Unser Skipper kannte jede Bucht. Segeln unter den Klippen von Cabo Girão war atemberaubend. Absolute Empfehlung für Madeira!"
Familie Brandt · Deutschland
★★★★★
"O pôr do sol no mar com a aula de yoga a bordo foi inesquecível. Um dia diferente de tudo o que já fizemos na Madeira."
Inês & João · Portugal

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Good to know

Frequently asked

Do I need any sailing experience?
None at all. Your skipper handles everything — you're welcome to take the helm and learn, or simply relax and enjoy the ride.
Can complete beginners learn to sail?
Absolutely — that's the whole idea. Alexandre is a certified Yacht Master and teaches from the very first minute, whether it's a single intro lesson or a full course toward becoming skipper-ready. Gift vouchers are available too.
Can we sail to Porto Santo or do a multi-day trip?
Yes. The "Helm to Porto Santo" crossing is our flagship full-day passage, and longer or overnight adventures can be arranged on request — a real taste of blue-water sailing.
What's included on board?
Your private skipper, all safety equipment, water and soft drinks, and the gear for the activities you choose — snorkelling, paddle and kayak included.
What happens if the weather turns?
Madeira's south coast is sheltered and sailable nearly year-round. If conditions aren't safe or pleasant, we'll happily reschedule or refund your booking.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a light layer for the breeze, and a sense of adventure. We'll take care of the rest.
Which languages do you speak?
English, Português and Deutsch — so most guests feel right at home aboard.
How many people can come?
Up to six guests — and every charter is fully private to your group, never shared with strangers.

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Plan your charter

Tell us a little about your day on the water and we'll reply within a few hours with availability and a tailored quote.

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