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Adventure North. Sail Beyond.
Join us in the northernmost isles of the UK; where sailors, mariners, explorers and pioneers have sailed for thousands of years.
Lose yourself in the history, the heritage, the challenge.
Shetland offers an exceptional yacht charter experience - go beyond your horizons and bathe in the beauty of one of the worlds hidden sailing gems.
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60nSailing offers the Sparkling Spirit and Norther Spirit as a bareboat charter option, but we are also pleased to offer limited availability skippered sailing charters with basic instruction for those wishing to try their hand at saiing. This does not offer a formal qualification, but gives an on the water experience for those looking to decide if they want to take the next step towards day skipper or additional qualification. No prior experience is necessary. Contact us to register your interest or keep an eye on the page for scheduled trips.
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Destinations
The Shetland & Orkney Islands
Both Shetland and Orkney offer great cruising opportunities for yacht trips. Follow this link to our Cruising information pages to see where your boat charter with 60Nsailing could take you.
Our Fleet
Sparkling Spirit & Northern Spirit
Sparkling Spirit is a 2001 Sun Odyssey 43 which underwent an extensive refit in 2019. With four cabins and two heads she provides comfortable and relaxed accommodation for up to 8.
Northern Spirit is brand new for 2026 - a Beneteau Oceanis 47 with 4 double cabins and 1 twin bunk.
Both yachts are well equipped and perfect for sailing around the North Isles on your own schedule.
