
Spring - Summer 2013 Sailing Days and Afternoons
Viking Mariners provide you with the ideal opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of the day to day routine and soak up the invigorating sea air and first class services of one of the UK’s premier boating locations on the East Coast.
Situated in Ipswich, Suffolk on the beautiful River Orwell. Our sailing yachts and power vessels are fully equipped to provide you with everything needed to make your event truly unique.
We can offer you something new, exciting, professional and all arranged and managed to suit your exact requirements. Our range of events, whether bespoke to your personal needs or one of our fixed price packages, offer a variety of getaways to suit all budgets and can all be upgraded to meet your individual taste.
Our dedicated co-ordinators work hand-in-hand with you to meticulously plan the event and take care of all the details, so you can be confident that everything will be exceptional and exactly as anticipated.
That’s the Viking Mariners’ promise.
SEASONAL OFFERSDAY SAILING
AFTERNOON SAILING
SAIL & DINE WITH VIKING MARINERS
Day and Half Day Sailing Packages
Viking Mariners are very pleased to offer an amazing experience for two people at a special price!
Cruise the Rivers Orwell and Stour or sail off the local coast, food (Lunch and/or afternoon cream tea depending on the option taken) can either be taken ‘on the go’ or we can drop anchor in a sheltered spot for a tasty treat on board. Relax and take in the beautiful sights during the cruise or for the more energetic let your skipper show you the ropes, set and trim the sails, navigate using charts & modern electronics and take the helm.
Seasonal Offers
MARITIME WEEKEND
Saturday 24 August & Sunday 25 August 2013
Celebrate this very special weekend with an exhilarating sail on the stunning River Orwell. We are offering a number of half day options over the weekend, all on board our luxury yacht.
Day Sailing
After coffee and pastries, you’ll sail down the River Orwell before mooring or anchoring for lunch on board. In the afternoon, you sail upstream, arriving back at the marina early in the evening. The choice is yours: sit back, relax and enjoy the fantastic views or take a turn at the helm. Our skipper will be delighted to show you the ropes.
Prices from £165 per person (Approx 8 hours)
(Special Day Sailing - £290 for 2 people, call for details)
Prices include use of all equipment, food and beverages.
SUBSCRIBE FOR OUR LATEST OFFERSAvailable Dates
Click on a date to book. Dates in red are fully booked. Time: 9am for 9.30am.
| April 2013 | 1st Monday | 6th Saturday | 20th Saturday | |||
| May 2013 | 4th Saturday | 11th Saturday | 18th Saturday | 25th Saturday | ||
| June 2013 | 1st Saturday | 8th Saturday | 15th Saturday | 22nd Saturday | 29th Saturday | |
| July 2013 | 6th Saturday | 13th Saturday | 20th Saturday | 27th Saturday | ||
| August 2013 | 3rd Saturday | 10th Saturday | 17th Saturday | 24th Saturday | 26th Monday | 31st Saturday |
| September 2013 | 7th Saturday | 14th Saturday | 21st Saturday | 28th Saturday | ||
| October 2013 | 5th Saturday | 19th Saturday |
Afternoon & Evening Sailing
Meet at our offices on the marina before boarding your vessel to cruise the River Orwell. Once on board you will be served afternoon tea whilst enjoying the colourful views.
Sit back, relax and enjoy the ambience of the river and if you fancy a go at the helm our skipper will be delighted to show you the ropes.
From £120.00 per person (Approx 4 hours - Times can vary)
(Special Half Day Sailing - £180 for 2 people, call for details)
Available Dates
Click on a date to book. Dates in red are fully booked. Time: 1.30pm for 2pm.
| March 2013 | 30th Saturday | ||||
| April 2013 | 13th Saturday | 27th Saturday | |||
| May 2013 | 1st Wednesday | 12th Sunday | 15th Wednesday | 19th Sunday | 27th Monday |
| June 2013 | 5th Wednesday | 16th Sunday | 19th Wednesday | 30th Sunday | |
| July 2013 | 3rd Wednesday | 10th Wednesday | 21st Sunday | 31st Wednesday | |
| August 2013 | 7th Wednesday | 11th Sunday | 21st Wednesday | 25th Sunday | |
| September 2013 | 4th Wednesday | 15th Sunday | 25th Wednesday | ||
| October 2013 | 12th Saturday | 26th Saturday |
Sail & Dine with Viking Mariners
Viking Mariners and our Quayside partners have teamed up to offer a truly exceptional experience. Enjoy afternoon tea and a cruise on a luxury sail or motor yacht up the River Orwell, Then sail back to a mouth watering three course dinner at waterside restaurant. Set sail about 3pm to enjoy the fantastic views along the river. Sit back and enjoy the ambiance of the river whilst being served afternoon tea. Your skipper and hostess will then bring you back to enjoy dinner for 7pm.
Sail and Dine cruises start and finish in Ipswich Marina using the Waterfront Bistro, a fixed menu of up to three course is included on weekdays. (Wine and Beverages to be settled on a ‘as consumed basis’ and not included).
Other restaurants such as Quayside and Mariners and weekend menus can be arranged by negotiation - please call for further information.
From £145.00 per person.
Available Dates
Click on a date to book. Dates in red are fully booked.
| March 2013 | 30th Saturday | ||||
| April 2013 | 13th Saturday | 27th Saturday | |||
| May 2013 | 1st Wednesday | 12th Sunday | 15th Wednesday | 19th Sunday | 27th Monday |
| June 2013 | 5th Wednesday | 16th Sunday | 19th Wednesday | 30th Sunday | |
| July 2013 | 3rd Wednesday | 10th Wednesday | 21st Sunday | 31st Wednesday | |
| August 2013 | 7th Wednesday | 11th Sunday | 21st Wednesday | 25th Sunday | |
| September 2013 | 4th Wednesday | 15th Sunday | 25th Wednesday | ||
| October 2013 | 12th Saturday | 26th Saturday |
Optional Upgrades
Upgrades are available on all our packages and services including:~ Menu upgrades, Wine and Champagne, Lunch or Dinner ashore with our partner restaurants.
Whichever experience you choose, we offer a broad range of options including upgraded accommodation such as an exclusive barn or an award winning quayside hotel.
A full safety briefing will take place before the boat sets sail.
All equipment and clothing will be provided.
Telephone 01473 281961 or email info@vikingmairners.co.uk
Viking Mariners hold full marine and public liability insurance for all
clients whilst on the sail/cruise.







