About this tour
Charter a 10-metre sailing yacht on England's largest natural lake for a three-hour voyage combining seamanship and countryside dining. You'll help crew the boat or simply unwind as the Oceanis Clipper cuts through Windermere's waters. Midway through, a generous locally-sourced ploughman's lunch arrives—homemade sides included—eaten on deck if conditions allow. The skipper, who's worked these waters for two decades, shares lake knowledge whilst teaching you the ropes. Heated cabin, proper facilities, tea and coffee throughout.
Highlights
- 10-metre Oceanis Clipper yacht, all to yourselves
- Hands-on sailing or complete relaxation, your choice
- Deck dining overlooking fells and shoreline
- Locally-sourced ploughman's with homemade extras
- Skipper with 20 years' Windermere experience
- On-board facilities: bathroom, heating, bar
What to expect
Arrive at the yacht and settle in. The skipper will gauge your sailing interest—whether you want to handle lines or watch from the cabin is entirely your call. You'll feel the boat respond as sails catch the wind, with the Lakeland fells forming your backdrop. Around halfway through, a proper lunch spreads across the tables: a substantial ploughman's featuring local cheeses, cured meats, crusty bread and homemade pickles and accompaniments. Weather permitting, you'll eat outside, the lake breeze part of the meal. Below deck is warm and snug if needed. The skipper's anecdotes fill natural conversational gaps, grounding the experience in genuine local knowledge rather than rehearsed patter.
Good to know
Bring layers suited to lake weather—wind and spray are likely even on calm days. Minimum age nine; under-18s need supervising adults. Tell the skipper of dietary needs beforehand. No pets aboard. Tea, coffee and water included; alcoholic drinks available at modest prices (18+ only). Public transport reaches the embarkation point.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere take?
- Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere runs for approximately 3 hours.
- How much does Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere cost?
- Prices start from AUD $578 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.