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Explore, research and protect the ocean

On board the Gara Itsasoa, whose mission is to study the health of the ocean – with special emphasis on plastic pollution and the observation of marine life – we transform that knowledge into a tool for the conservation of the marine ecosystem.

From our base in Lanzarote, we promote scientific projects, educational workshops and voyages designed to investigate, discover and connect with the richness of marine life in the Macaronesia.

Gara Itsasoa combines advanced technology with a firm commitment to preserve and care for the oceans. We offer a unique experience that unites environmental awareness and enjoyment, ideal for both sea lovers looking for an authentic connection and professional teams developing marine research projects.

Professional crewed charter for a sustainable and exclusive experience.

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Sampling, sighting of cetaceans and publication of data.

Educational project to discover and regenerate the marine environment.

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The boat

Gara Itsasoa

Technology and
sustainability
on board

Priority sailing and a range of up to 3 weeks without touching land. Equipped with advanced technology, onboard laboratories and innovative systems for marine research. Equipped with advanced technology, onboard laboratories and innovative systems for marine research.

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Services

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what we offer

Informative Charter

Charter of the vessel with a professional crew, tailored to the needs of private clients or the academic field.

Research projects

We collaborate with universities, companies, and institutions, and carry out our own sampling and data collection.

Marine Classroom

Educational actions on marine conservation and environmental action. Become a guardian of the sea!

Enjoy sailing and the resonant silence of the sea

Gara Itsasoa

Features and equipment
of the catamaran

The catamaran is built in aluminum to guarantee safety, lightness, durability and versatility.
It is 21,6 meters long by 10,12 meters wide and has a draft of 2,5 meters. Her mainsail measures 230 m2, she has a 170 m2 genoa and a 290 m2 code zero, which ensures sailing under sail.

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Sampling and analysis

Crane and winch designed to operate with a CTD Rosette AWS 1000-2l at a depth of 600 meters.

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Dry laboratory

Equipped with computers and a sampling table, fresh and saltwater sink, refrigerator, and freezer.

03

Wet Laboratory

Work table, sink, and side davits for plankton and microplastic sampling.

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Kitchen

High-quality, locally sourced Km0 food cooked with love, in a traditional grandmother-style way.

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Habitability

Four double cabins for eight passengers and two additional cabins for the crew. Common areas for meetings.

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Observation deck

Located on the mast, about 12 meters above the waterline. Designed for one person.

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30-meter mast

Innovative mainsail furling system on the boom and three headsails: staysail, genoa, and code 0.

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Energy and water

20kW Sole generators and solar panels on the roof. Watermaker and autonomous potable water system.

On-site investigation

Observe, sample and analyze
in real time.