Slide Sail in Asia
Palawan, Philippines
About
Slide Sail in Asia emphasizes confidence, personal growth, and enjoyment on the water. Instruction is tailored to each student's experience level, comfort, and goals, creating a supportive environment where sailing skills can develop naturally and at an individual pace. Training and cruises take place aboard a Beneteau Oceanis 430, a proven 43-foot cruising yacht well suited to both learning and extended voyages. Accommodating up to six guests, the yacht is equipped for comfortable liveaboard sailing throughout Asia. Recent upgrades include a new diesel engine, new standing rigging, and updated sails. Modern navigation and safety equipment includes GPS, AIS, radar, chartplotter, and autopilot, providing a safe and reliable platform for training and adventure.
Courses (3)
International Crew
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International Bareboat Skipper
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Day Skipper
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Location
The Area
Sailing in Palawan is defined by warm tropical conditions, clear water, and close proximity between islands, making it well suited to relaxed coastal cruising and island hopping. The region sits within a broader Philippine sailing area shaped by monsoon patterns, with conditions shifting noticeably throughout the year. The most reliable sailing season runs from November to April during the Amihan (northeast monsoon). This period is typically dry, with steadier winds and more predictable weather, creating favorable conditions for training and cruising. Sea states are generally calmer, and visibility is often good, which supports both navigation and anchoring in sheltered bays and lagoons. Outside this window, conditions become more variable due to the southwest monsoon, with increased rainfall and less consistent wind patterns. As a result, most structured sailing activity and courses are concentrated in the dry season when passage planning and day sailing are more straightforward. The geography of Palawan adds a distinct character to sailing in the area, with limestone coastlines, protected anchorages, and short passages between islands shaping a route-based style of cruising rather than long offshore legs.
Best Time to Go
The best time to sail in Palawan is from November to April, during the Amihan (northeast monsoon) season.
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