Atlantic Adventures – UK to the Caribbean
Atlantic adventures with Carey Yacht Charters taking you from the UK to the Caribbean comprise of 3 legs Sailing first from Weymouth to Las Palmas and then onward for the main Atlantic crossing from Las Palmas to St. Lucia. Although the exact itinerary details may vary dependant on timing and weather our normal passages are
1. Weymouth to Las Palmas
This cruise offers the opportunity of gaining long passage experience and is available in two legs from Weymouth to Cascais and then to Las Palmas. The first leg will take you across the Bay of Biscay to northern Spain and then on down the Portuguese Coast whilst the second leg will take you to the island of Madeira in the Atlantic before sailing on to Las Palmas – the start of the ARC. Both legs provide the required RYA qualifying passage of being more than 200 miles offshore.
Leg 1 Weymouth to Cascais – Distance circa 850 Nautical Miles
You will join the boat in mid October at her home port at Weymouth Marina and following a day’s familiarization you will depart on the Saturday morning for Dartmouth where you will spend the night. The following day you will depart on passage via the Raz de Sein and Chanel Du Four for a crossing of the Bay of Biscay to La Coruna. After a rest in this historic town with its long association with sailing you will depart for a passage South down the Spanish and Portuguese West Coast to Cascais Marina at the mouth of the Tiber River and the Lisbon Estuary.
Atlantic adventures with Carey Yacht Charters taking you from the UK to the Caribbean comprise of 3 legs Sailing first from Weymouth to Las Palmas and then onward for the main Atlantic crossing from Las Palmas to St. Lucia. Although the exact itinerary details may vary dependant on timing and weather our normal passages are
1. Weymouth to Las Palmas
This cruise offers the opportunity of gaining long passage experience and is available in two legs from Weymouth to Cascais and then to Las Palmas. The first leg will take you across the Bay of Biscay to northern Spain and then on down the Portuguese Coast whilst the second leg will take you to the island of Madeira in the Atlantic before sailing on to Las Palmas – the start of the ARC. Both legs provide the required RYA qualifying passage of being more than 200 miles offshore.
Leg 1 Weymouth to Cascais – Distance circa 850 Nautical Miles
You will join the boat in mid October at her home port at Weymouth Marina and following a day’s familiarization you will depart on the Saturday morning for Dartmouth where you will spend the night. The following day you will depart on passage via the Raz de Sein and Chanel Du Four for a crossing of the Bay of Biscay to La Coruna. After a rest in this historic town with its long association with sailing you will depart for a passage South down the Spanish and Portuguese West Coast to Cascais Marina at the mouth of the Tiber River and the Lisbon Estuary.
Leg 2 Cascais to Maderia / Las Palmas - Distance Circa 795 Nautical Miles
This leg will take you from Cascais to the Portuguese Island of Madeira and its capital, Funchal. Once berthed you will have the opportunity to explore this beautiful island and enjoy a sun soaked Toboggan ride down its steep cobbled streets. From Funchal you will depart for Gran Canaria and the port of Las Palmas with the opportunity to visit the Selvagem Islands if weather permits.
Las Palmas is the end of the journey for those that not continuing on across the Atlantic but you will still have 2 days on board following arrival providing the opportunity to explore the island and take in some of the atmosphere of this Atlantic crossing departure port.
Maximum Participants: 6 accommodated in 1 x double + 2 cabins having double / single berth optional arrangements.
Cost For costs please go to our downloadable price list where you will find the costs based on
Whole Trip Weymouth / Las Palmas
Leg 1 Portland to Cascais
Leg 2 Cascais to Las Palmas
The price is inclusive of all food and soft drinks whilst at sea together with all running costs of the boat including berthing, fuel and harbour dues. In harbour the cost will include breakfast and buffet lunch but evening meals taken ashore, connecting flights and transport and travel insurance (compulsory) are excluded.
Las Palmas is the end of the journey for those that not continuing on across the Atlantic but you will still have 2 days on board following arrival providing the opportunity to explore the island and take in some of the atmosphere of this Atlantic crossing departure port.
Maximum Participants: 6 accommodated in 1 x double + 2 cabins having double / single berth optional arrangements.
Cost For costs please go to our downloadable price list where you will find the costs based on
Whole Trip Weymouth / Las Palmas
Leg 1 Portland to Cascais
Leg 2 Cascais to Las Palmas
The price is inclusive of all food and soft drinks whilst at sea together with all running costs of the boat including berthing, fuel and harbour dues. In harbour the cost will include breakfast and buffet lunch but evening meals taken ashore, connecting flights and transport and travel insurance (compulsory) are excluded.
2. The ARC - Atlantic Rally for Cruisers
Leaving Las Palmas in late November you will be part of this, the largest transatlantic rally with circa 220 boats participating. Although primarily a rally there is a race element involved with prizes for the winners. It offers the opportunity of building mileage covering a distance of 2,700 nautical miles and developing those long distance sailing abilities. The crossing which takes advantage of the Trade Winds follows the traditional Clipper route to the Caribbean heading first South towards the Cape Verdi Islands then West to St. Lucia.
The journey normally takes from 16 to 20 days but participants have to be aware that you are in the hands of the wind and the duration cannot be guaranteed. You will be expected to participate in the sailing of the boat and this will include participation in watches, cooking and general maintenance whilst on passage.
Misfa is an Atlantic proven yacht having already completed two Atlantic Circuits and offers plenty of space and comfort with only 6 on board for the crossing comprising 4 participants the Skipper and First Mate. She offers comfortable accommodation in either the master cabin (1 x double berth) or the two guest cabins which offer either 1 x double or 2 x single berths) the saloon is not used for sleeping. For those that have to maintain contact with the shore she is fitted with satellite telephone and data transmission facilities (chargeable based on use).
Cost For costs please go to our downloadable price list where you will find the costs based on
Whole Boat Charter
Cost per participant
Date of Joining Normally 4/5 days prior to departure
The journey normally takes from 16 to 20 days but participants have to be aware that you are in the hands of the wind and the duration cannot be guaranteed. You will be expected to participate in the sailing of the boat and this will include participation in watches, cooking and general maintenance whilst on passage.
Misfa is an Atlantic proven yacht having already completed two Atlantic Circuits and offers plenty of space and comfort with only 6 on board for the crossing comprising 4 participants the Skipper and First Mate. She offers comfortable accommodation in either the master cabin (1 x double berth) or the two guest cabins which offer either 1 x double or 2 x single berths) the saloon is not used for sleeping. For those that have to maintain contact with the shore she is fitted with satellite telephone and data transmission facilities (chargeable based on use).
Cost For costs please go to our downloadable price list where you will find the costs based on
Whole Boat Charter
Cost per participant
Date of Joining Normally 4/5 days prior to departure
What's Included
The price is inclusive of Entry fees for the ARC, Mooring and Berthing Costs prior to departure and for up to 3 days after arrival your berth, food and soft drinks during passage. Whilst in Harbour meals at lunch time and evening are not included providing the opportunity to explore the local food and restaurants ashore. The price also includes a “Get to Know the Boat” weekend held during the summer which you will also be expected to attend. This will give you the opportunity to meet the crew and other participants and to get to know how the boat works with some sailing during the weekend. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the safety and sailing briefings together with the range of events and parties that are all part of the ARC experience prior to departure and are welcome to stay on board for up to 2 days after arrival.
You will be required to take out personal insurance cover which specifically covers Atlantic Sailing, air sea rescue and includes cancellation cover. Transfer air fares and associated travel costs are not included.
You will be required to take out personal insurance cover which specifically covers Atlantic Sailing, air sea rescue and includes cancellation cover. Transfer air fares and associated travel costs are not included.