Passage making & mile building

Need more miles? Want to cross an ocean?
Are you looking for more miles to help with qualifications? Do you want more time on the water, or just want to experience what its like to spend time cruising at sea? Then our passage making, mile building trips are a great, fun way to start.

Ocean passage, transatlantic Antigua to Southampton - 9th May 2012 (3600nm)
Join Skyelark as she comes back across the pond in May 2012. This passage departs from Antigua and includes a brief stop in the Azores, before heading on to Southampton. This 3600nm passage should take just under a month, and is suitable for those wishing to qualify for their Ocean Yachtmaster certificate.
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Offshore passage, Southampton to Gran Canaria - October 2012 (1700nm)
Join Skyelark for a delivery cruise down to the Canaries. It is a fun sail, and a great way to get into ocean sailing and experience life onboard for days at a time. You will have the chance to get used to a watch system and onboard duties - and for anyone doing the ARC this can be a valuable training experience.

We would typically call into Falmouth, La Corunna, Bayona, Cascais, Madeira and the Selvagem Islands. Join us for one or both of the legs.
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If you are interested in booking a place on one of these passages, please get in touch!

Key Facts

What's included:

  • Qualified and experienced skipper.
  • All onboard expenses.
  • All customs and crew fees.
  • Onboard food and drinks.
  • Tuition and guidance from Ocean Yachtmaster & Yachtmaster Instructor.
  • Use of sextant and navigation tables.
  • All safety equipment.
  • Foul weather clothing.
  • Fuel and gas.

What's not included:

  • Flights and transfers.