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    • 12m Bavaria 390 Lagoon
    • Italy
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Sicily to Elba in September

Ahoy!
I’m Benny, sailing along on Risa, a cosy 12m sailing yacht. I enjoy a relaxed and scenic cruises through the Mediterranean. If you wanna join, we’ll sail at a comfortable pace, stopping to explore islands, swim, fish, and enjoy life on the water. I am fine with solo sailing so no need for you to have any skills. Anyway I also like to have experienced crew so I can also improve my skills.
I definitely prefer people on board who want to sail and not just sitting around and do not participate on the sailing tasks. Same is true for the everyday tasks on board like cooking cleaning etc…

Right now, I’m taking a maximum of 3 crew members at a time to keep things comfortable.
The minimum stay of two weeks is appreciated especially if you are new to sailing, and a contribution to the boat’s costs is necessary.

About the Journey:
I will start around the 12th Sept. on Sicily and the sail north the Italien coast to Elba to be there around the 1st. Oct.
Highlights during the trip:
- Stromboli
- Neaples

If you are interested please provide the following information:
When (roughly) do you want to sail?
How long (roughly) do you want to sail?
Do you wanna join with friends/partners? How many?
How good are your sailing skills? (None, a bit, I am comfortable with night watches, I could be the skipper)
Cooking (I just can’t/want, a bit, I could be a chef)
Can you swim? (Yes, no)

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Position

  • Crew positionFriendship

  • Availability 12 Sep 2025 until 1 Oct 2025

  • Expenses to/from vesselNegotiable

  • Expenses onboardContribution on a shared basis

  • Team / SoloNot important

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Vessel

  • TypeSailing Yacht

  • Make/modelBavaria 390 Lagoon

  • Length12 metres

  • Berth7

  • Sailing from Italy , Sicily

  • Sailing to Italy , Elba

  • Language spoke aboardEnglish

  • Boat description3 cabins with two berth each. two of them with a double berth and one with two single berths. nice pantry and cosy salon. two heads (one of them with a shower) a nice bathing platform with an outdoor shower warm water after the engine was used automatic life vests for a crew of 4 and a liferaft for 4 persons a nice big cockpit thats quite comfortable even in rougher seas

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Skipper

  • NationalityGerman

  • Age43

  • GenderMale

  • Fluent languages English
    German

  • Qualifications 1st Aid
    Boat Operator Licence
    Short Range VHF / GMDSS

  • Sea Miles 10,000+

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Fun Trip with an Accomodating Captain

5

I spent 7 days with Benny on the Baltic, making stops along the German and Danish coasts. Benny is a very accommodating captain, taking the time to sail as much as possible. If you want to sail, he's your guy. We deployed the spinnakers. anchored most nights and even got in some storm sailing. It was a good experience overall, and I was able to log some miles and get some good practice.

2nd Jul 2026

picksteve

Great experience sailing on RISA

5

I spent a week sailing with Benny around the island of Corsica in October, and then we crossed over to Nice. RISA is very well equipped and allows for a truly enjoyable sailing experience. Benny, besides being a pleasant companion to share conversations and moments with, was an excellent captain—always willing to share his knowledge. In short, a very good and highly recommended experience.

26th Oct 2025

FedeCasalins

Italian west coast

5

I sailed with Benny on Risa for 7 days and over 200nm in September and October 2025 and it was a great trip. Benny runs a safe and capable boat and has a calm and enjoyable approach to sailing. He’s very knowledgeable and keen to teach as well. I would not hesitate to recommend sailing with him.

2nd Oct 2025

Mike L

A great Skipper willing to share his knowledge

4

I had a great time sailing the Cyclades with Benny at the end of March-April 2025. My father and I were able to learn quickly as he was more than willing to show us the lines. We managed to sail to multiple beautiful anchorages with good vibes, and plenty of home cooked meals from the Skipper (even taking a stab at some Greek food). He takes safety as a priority and remained calm in stressful situations. We truly enjoyed our time sailing together, and were able to do a night sail which was a great first experience for me. Note, you should be smoke friendly as he enjoys a cigarette occasionally. Contribution was very fair. One vberth and a couple bunks available were all clean. I definitely recommend visiting Benny and beautiful RISA.

21st Apr 2025

MarshMan

Sicilia-Corfu

4

I had a great time with Ben! He's patient and we talked about sooo many things, and I was absolutely impressed with his skills. We had some lively discussions, always in good spirit :) He really knows how to create an environment for learning, and I believe we both did learn from each other! The cabin I had was perfect for me, leesail was safe, not much space for being flung around by the waves so thats good! All necessary equipment worked and worked well, kitchen fully equipped, and i just am so grateful that Ben didnt turn out to be a pervert. I never once felt uncomfortable, being alone with him for a few weeks that was really important to me. If you are considering applying here, dont hesitate to shoot me a message with any questions :) Ben i'll see you again!

4th Apr 2025

Deckie-juju

Torrevieja-Mallorca-Menorca-Sardinia-Sicilia

5

I had the pleasure of sailing with Benny on his sailboat for three weeks, and it was a fantastic experience. The boat is equipped with all necessary safety measures and is also quite comfortable in rough seas. Benny is very competent and has great knowledge about all the things needed to keep a boat afloat and moving. His professionalism and knowledge made the trip not only safe but also very enjoyable. Additionally, Benny is a competent instructor and a very good cook. I can recommend this sailing opportunity to anyone looking for a safe and well-managed sailing experience!

19th Dec 2024

FalkDinkelacker

Mallorca-Menorca-Sardina-Sicily

5

I'm glad that he gave me the opportunity to sail with him and I managed to gain my first sea experience. I got to see what it's really like to live on a boat. We sailed for two weeks, covering nearly 600 miles. He is patient, funny, responsible, good teacher. He is a great chef, trust me (i’m picky a bit). I hope I will have the opportunity to sail with him again, or even meet him with my own sailboat to drink a beer. :D I felt good, I had a lasting experience. Fair wind, calm sea, god speed!

8th Dec 2024

Atesz

Leg from Porto Santo to Ronta

5

I sailed with Benny from Porto Santo to Ronta and then stayed on the boat for a while being in the Marine. When I joined Benny he "just" bought the boat. It was a great sail and even he had less practical expierence that was not noticable at all. In fact I sailed with people having more experience where I felt less comfortable. He has a great skillset and great approach towards challanges. He also likes to teach whatever he knows. I would defenitly sail again with him and can only recommend anyone to do so.

15th Nov 2024

Yvonsche

Amazing Trip with Skipper Benny on the Bavaria 390 Lagoon MK II (10th - 21st Oct 2024)

5

I had the pleasure of joining Skipper Benny on an unforgettable sailing trip from Rota, through the Strait of Gibraltar, to Malaga. The first few days we had to weather out in port due to the conditions, which gave us time to fix some minor things on the boat. I quickly learned: there’s always something to repair on a sailboat! Despite the weather, the atmosphere was relaxed, and Benny used the time to teach me the basics of sailing. The boat is in great shape, equipped with radio and an EPIRB (emergency beacon). AIS will be installed soon, which I consider a valuable safety upgrade. Nonetheless, I never felt unsafe during the trip – Benny has a calm, professional approach that inspires confidence. Over four sailing days, we covered 180 nautical miles, and that’s despite me having no prior sailing experience. Benny’s patient and thorough teaching helped me to not only steer the boat but also handle most of the essential maneuvers by the end of the trip. This has made me seriously consider boat life as a future option. Beyond the sailing, we had a lot of fun – we fished regularly and even caught a 5kg bonito, which made for some great meals. Benny answered all my questions with patience and good humor, and you can tell his background as a professional team leader really shines through in how he manages everything. I’m already looking forward to my next trip with Benny and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a safe, relaxed, and educational sailing adventure. Fair winds!

21st Oct 2024

Callitoh

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