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Highlights of this voyage
- Whale Sharks
- Penguins
- Albatrosses
- St Helena
- Falkland Islands
- Horta, Faial
- over 7000 nautical miles
- Equator crossing
55 days – Over 7,000 nautical miles – True blue water adventure
Set sail from the windswept Falkland Islands and embark on an epic northbound voyage through the South and North Atlantic. Our course first takes us northeast toward the remote island of St Helena, a legendary outpost in the middle of the ocean. If weather and wind allow, we will make landfall there to explore this fascinating island—home to dramatic cliffs, Napoléon’s exile residence, and some of the best snorkeling in the South Atlantic.
After St Helena, we continue north across the Equator, joining Neptune’s court and celebrating the timeless seafarer’s rite of passage. This voyage is all about rhythm and the sea—standing your watch, trimming sails, baking bread, steering by the stars, and becoming part of the ship’s heartbeat.
As we cross the Doldrums and then enter the North Atlantic trades, the Azores slowly come within reach—lush volcanic islands rising from the blue. Making landfall in Horta, Faial, after more than 7,000 miles of open ocean, you’ll have truly sailed across two oceans and through every mood the sea can offer.
This voyage is about endurance, simplicity, and connection—to the wind, the waves, and each other.
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Flights
- Transport
- insurance
- Excursions / landing permits
Week 1 – Departure from the Falklands
After final preparations and safety briefings, we set sail from the Falkland Islands, leaving the rugged, wildlife-rich shores behind. As the Southern Ocean swells ease and the winds settle into the southeast trades, we find our rhythm on board. Watches are established, sails trimmed, and the adventure truly begins.
Week 2 – Into the South Atlantic
We head northeast into open water, far from any coastline. Albatross and petrels may still follow us for a few days before we move into warmer latitudes. Life aboard settles into a steady routine of sailing, navigating, and sharing stories over meals. Nights grow softer, the stars brighter.
Week 3/4 – Approaching St Helena
As we draw closer to the tropics, flying fish and dolphins appear more frequently. If weather and wind allow, we make landfall on St Helena — an isolated volcanic island with steep cliffs and a fascinating history. We clear in, stretch our legs ashore, and visit sites such as Napoléon’s house, the Ladder of 699 steps, and the island’s tranquil anchorages.
Week 5 – Crossing the Equator
Leaving St Helena, we steer north toward the Equator. Here we may encounter light winds and the stillness of the Doldrums. Crossing into the northern hemisphere is a seafarer’s milestone — Neptune himself might even make an appearance! This is the essence of ocean sailing: teamwork, patience, and the satisfaction of progress measured by the wind.
Week 6 – The North Atlantic Trades
The winds return from the northeast, and the Tecla comes alive again under full sail. Days blend into nights as we make excellent progress. The ocean feels vast and endless, yet there is comfort in the rhythm — steering, trimming, reading, and resting. Baking bread and sharing stories fill the quieter hours.
Week 7 – Toward the Azores
Temperatures begin to drop slightly as we move into the temperate latitudes. The first seabirds reappear, hinting at land ahead. By now, the watches run smoothly — the crew seasoned, the ship a true home. We approach the volcanic peaks of the Azores, ready for our final landfall.
Week 8 – Arrival in Horta, Faial
After over 7,000 nautical miles, Horta comes into view — a legendary port for sailors crossing the Atlantic. We moor at the famous Peter Café Sport, share stories of the crossing, and perhaps add Tecla’s mark to the harbor wall among the murals of ocean sailors past. A moment of arrival, and a celebration of the sea.
