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Vertical Sailing Tour

What we do?

Since 2013, we have been sailing the Mediterranean in search of the best rock climbing spots accessible by boat. From the very first trip, the blend between rock climbing and boat life felt so natural and right that we instantly fell in love with it.

“Being able to access the wildest places, relying on the wind to move, and setting up our basecamp anywhere—just by dropping the anchor—makes us feel one with nature and truly free.”

Over the years, we have perfected the sail & climb experience, refining our tours, enhancing our courses, and developing a deep know-how that ensures every trip is seamless, adventurous, and unforgettable. Now, we love sharing this expertise with our guests, taking them on a journey of discovery, where every mile sailed unveils new coastlines, cliffs, islands, archipelagos, and fjords—each one an invitation to climb and explore.

Join us as we continue exploring, sailing, and climbing, redefining adventure one anchor drop at a time.

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our destinations

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our destinations

40°07'17.0"N
9°03'38.3"E

SARDINIA

36°59'55.1"N
26°58'52.1"E

KALYMNOS

40°37'58.7"N
14°36'25.2"E

AMALFI COAST

39°33'46.4"N
2°40'09.2"E

MAJORCA

Our Team

Lorenzo Pernigotti

Founder & Skipper

Theo Chambert

Alpine Guide

Mark Pulejo

Alpine Guide

Alberto Trombetta

Alpine Guide

Alberto Broggi

Technical Director & Skipper

Luigi Berlendis

Skipper

Patrick Raspo

Alpine Guide

Adriano Trombetta

Co-Founder & Guide

Antonio Lovato

Co-Founder & Skipper

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EXPERTISE &
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

Proven VST Organisation

World-Leading
Sailing & Climbing Company

TRAVEL SAFE
WITH US

We are certified professionals

LICENSED TRAVEL AGENCY
& EASY BOOKING

Book with confidence and security

EXPERTISE &
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

Proven VST Organisation

Our reviews speak louder than words

 +3K Satisfied   guests

Elena Ikonomovska

Kalymnos & Sardinia

I’ve had two amazing summer adventures with the vertical sailing team, one in Kalymnos and one in Sardinia. They are true experts in finding unique and beautiful locations to enjoy climbing in a safe way. Everything goes by the plan while keeping things fun. The groups are international and inclusive, so you get to hang out with interesting likeminded people. The guides and skippers are exceptional at what they do, I cannot recommend them more. There’s no better way to experience European climbing and culture.

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Carlos Menezes

Sardinia

Did the Sardinia trip with Lorenzo and his team in June 2022 and the Kalymnos one in May 20223. Am quite a beginner at outdoor climbing so was a bit worried about the group dynamics, but the Vertical team catered wonderfully for all levels of experience. Combined with some of the most stunning scenery in the world, a great mix of activities, an awesome crew and a trip that seems to attract positive and respectful people, this was one of the most pleasant trips / holidays that I've had. Sardinia is one of the most beautiful places that I've been, and Kalymnos has outrageous climbing routes and sensational food. Great vibes all around!

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Dekka Hunley

Mallorca

I attended to DWS tour around Mallorca and was blown away every minute of the experience. Lorenzo and Theo are amazing and fun and not once did I feel like I was a “customer” but rather a friend!! Climbing of course was amazing but I was surprised how so many of my favorite experiences on the tour had nothing at all to do with climbing! Book one of Lorenzo’s tours and I guarantee you’ll make amazing friends, push yourself physically, and cherish a one of a kind travel experience that can’t be matched elsewhere.

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Violet Ritchie

Mallorca

The tour of Mallorca was incredible! All of the guides made my introduction to deep water soloing very comfortable and they all helped me feel confident on the rock. Being able to see some beautiful places on mallorca with so many amazing people was an experience I’ll keep with me for a long time. I would highly recommend vertical sailing tour!

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Stephanie M

Kalymnos

May 2024 • Solo Vertical Sailing tours is perfect whether you’re going solo or as a couple. I went solo last year to Kalymnos and met a ton of really nice and welcoming other climbers going on the trip. I shared a bed with another girl, so I didn’t feel at all uncomfortable going as a solo girl. The climbing was incredible and the approaches to the crag also were really fun as well. (Even though I’m not as much of a hiker as I am a climber).

JS

Josh Shulman

Amalfi Coast

I joined thr deep water solo tour of Mallorca last minute. Lorenzo was super helpful despite being last minute. Upon arrival I enjoyed an incredible experience along new friends, climbing, sailing and touring Mallorca. The tour doesn't feel like it functions as a guide/client mentality. You feel like you're all enjoying the experience together the entire time. Would strongly recommend to book with friends or solo.

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Adriano Trombetta

Co-Founder & Guide

We miss you Adri!

Co-founder and soul of VST, Adriano was a highly skilled alpine guide and visionary climber. His expertise and passion for exploration helped lay the foundation of VST.
He tragically passed away in 2017 with Antonio Lovato during a mountain expedition, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire every adventure at VST.

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Theo Chambert

Skipper

Language:
English, German,French, Italian, Spanish

By chance Theo ended up on board and soon he joined the VST family. Passionate climber he is devoting his life to seek the spirit of the VST: having acquired the skipper license and training to become a climbing instructor.

His soul however is still in his home land, the countryside of Provence, making him a spirit deeply connected with nature.

Patrick Raspo

Mountain Guide

Language: English

Once addicted sport climber, now he finds his soul in travels, possibly with a ratio climbing-party of 30%-70%. Back at home he is not only known to be a great mountain guide, but also by being the head of the mountain rescue on the Italian side of the Mont Blane and Matterhorn.

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Lorenzo Pernigotti

Founder, Skipper & Mountain Guide

Language:
English, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian

A life dedicated to enjoying the mountains by doing all the possible mountain sports. In 2013, his vision opened up, discovering a new, immense and beautiful playground on the shores of the Med.

Ski instructor in the winter, he became a certified Mountain Guide in 2024, and he continues working full time for the VST while skippering the tours in the summer.

Don’t mess with him with the food, the parties, and all the beautiful things… As in life, there isn’t only climbing and sailing!

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Luigi Berlendis

Skipper

Language:
English, German,French, Italian, Spanish

From Brescia, when he is not skippering for the VST he is sailing across the oceans and exploring the most remote archipelagos on heart, but always with that stylish look and his sly smile.

Alberto Trombetta

Mountain Guide since 2008

Language:
English, German,French, Italian, Spanish

Alberto is the chief guide at the VST, mountain guide since 2008. Since the beginning he has been on board with the VST and his kind personality, combined with his great expertise, are the things that make our guests love him.

 

From the point of Cerro Torre to the wall of El Capitan, from the desert of Saudi Arabia to the picks of Mt. Blanc, he has climbed in more than 25 countries and summited some of the most famous peaks in the world.

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Mark Puleio

Mountain Guide since 2008

Language: English

From Vermont (USA), he probably discovered his real Sicilian blood only when he started to sail around. the Mediterranean sea with the VST. his guiding curriculum is impressive, the mountain guide badge hides a moder hippie with tons of love ready to be shared with everything and everyone around him.

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