STAGE 8.1
14.03—30.03
🇨🇻 Praia →
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada
From Cabo Verde to Azores: An Epic Atlantic Passage
This stage offers an exhilarating long-distance ocean passage from the tropical Cabo Verde archipelago to the lush Azores in the middle of the Atlantic.
16 days
1500 €
Start/Finish Cities and Airports:
🇨🇻 Praia [RAI]
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada [PDL]
🇵🇹 Ponta Delgada [PDL]
Approximate
step by step route:
- Praia → Mindelo, 150 nm
- Mindelo → Ponta Delgada, 1600 nm
difficulty of this stage
is 5 out of 5
This is a challenging long-distance ocean passage that will test our seamanship and endurance. Be prepared for two weeks at sea, varying weather conditions, and the possibility of encountering the remnants of winter storms.
COST
- Personal safety equipment (lifejackets, lifelines, PLBs)
- Bed in a twin/double cabin with blankets, pillows, clean linens and towels
TRAVEL STYLE
Long-distance offshore sailing with potential island stops
INCLUDED
- Airplane tickets and transfers from/to the boat
- Ship's fund (food, fuels, marinas)
- Any additional costs outside (restaurants, museums, souvenirs, car rentals etc.)
- Personal insurance
NOT INCLUDED
Please note that the team altogether takes part in grocery shopping and in maintaining the boat clean during the voyage and after it.
ROUTE
HIGHLIGHTS
Praia, Santiago:
Start in Cabo Verde's capital
One-day passage to Mindelo:
First small leg to get used to the boat and conditions
Start in Cabo Verde's capital
One-day passage to Mindelo:
First small leg to get used to the boat and conditions
Mindelo, Sao Vicente:
Final preparation before the big passage
Atlantic Ocean:
A challenging 1600 nautical miles passage
Final preparation before the big passage
Atlantic Ocean:
A challenging 1600 nautical miles passage
Potential stop at Santa Maria or Pico:
First encounter with the Azores
(weather and time permitting)
Ponta Delgada, São Miguel:
Arrival at the capital of the Azores
First encounter with the Azores
(weather and time permitting)
Ponta Delgada, São Miguel:
Arrival at the capital of the Azores
Experience Details
Open Ocean Sailing:
We'll spend two weeks in the open Atlantic, experiencing true blue water sailing
Weather Systems:
We'll navigate through diverse weather patterns, from the trade winds near Cabo Verde to potentially more volatile conditions as we approach the Azores
Watch System:
We'll operate a 24-hour watch system, working as a team to safely navigate our vessel
Celestial Navigation:
Opportunities to practice traditional navigation techniques alongside modern methods
This stage represents one of the most challenging and rewarding parts of our Atlantic journey. We'll be leaving the tropics behind as we sail north, experiencing a gradual change in climate, sea conditions, and celestial sights.
Marine Life Observation:
Chances to spot various oceanic species, including whales, dolphins, and seabirds
Self-Sufficiency:
We'll experience life aboard a long-distance sailing vessel, managing resources and maintaining systems
Azores Approach:
The excitement of landfall after many days at sea, potentially stopping at Santa Maria before reaching Ponta Delgada
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