Transatlantic Adventure

Why not take part in our 2007 Transatlantic Challenge? I.O.S will be offering individual berths on 4 identical and evenly matched Farr 65’s for this 3,600nm rally adventure.

LEG 1: LISBON to MADIERA Depart 17th October (550nm)

Crew join the yachts at Cascais in Lisbon 3 days prior to the start. A warm welcome and send off can be expected from our Portuguese hosts who have witnessed the departure of many great adventurers such as Vasco da Gama, Henry the Navigator and Magellan. Our first port of call is Funchal, on the Atlantic island of Madeira some 550 nm from the continental shore, well known for Madeira wine and stunning lush landscapes.

LEG 2: MADEIRA to CAPE VERDE ISLANDS Depart 26th October (1058nm)

This 1058nm ocean leg takes us South to the tropics and into the North East trades. On route we sail between the well known Canary Islands before making landfall in Mindelo on the unspoilt and remote Cape Verdian island of Sao Vicente close to West African coast. The islands are stunning, with beautiful white beaches, colonial style villages and dramatic volcanic landscape. Few visitors arrive by sail, so expect a warm welcome from the locals.

LEG 3:CAPE VERDE ISLANDS to BARBADOS Depart 8th November (2,100nm)

Your final 2,100nm will be the Atlantic crossing and should not only be fast exhilarating blue water sailing but expect to see plenty of dolphins, turtles and the odd whale or too, as we sail West to the tropical island of Barbados our final destination. On arrival a crew party for all four participating yachts will be organised to celebrate and welcome you in, as the New Adventurers!

COST:

Transatlantic Challenge £3,995 pp

Leg 1 - £895 Leg 2 - £1250 Leg 3 - £2,695