Atlantic Crossing. Ocean School/Travesia/Mile building: Canary …

Crossing the trade winds from the Canary Islands (Lanzarote) to Cape Verde, at the best time to cross the Atlantic.

Embark on a unique ocean adventure, sailing from the beautiful Canary Islands to the vibrant shores of Cape Verde. This voyage will allow you to live an unforgettable experience, adding miles and gaining valuable sailing experience.

Our boat is a 70 foot steel Ketch with 5 cabins. It was designed by the most prestigious naval architect in the world, German Frers, a commission from his brother to design a solid, comfortable and reliable ship to sail around the world. The vessel has crossed the Atlantic more than 40 times, standing out for the safety it offers to all its crew and its ease of handling, allowing the crew to participate 100% in the management of the ship.

On board, you will have the instruction of experienced skippers and also instructors certified by the RYA, carrying out real practices of ship management and care, crew safety, route planning and of course life on board. We'll move from theory to practice, learning every mile sailed!

Our goal as trainers is for you to become ocean navigators, or crew members or skippers but not mere passengers.

We will travel many miles in tidal waters, carrying out daily meteorological analyses using satellite communications, GRIB files and direct observation. This experience is necessary for those who want to accumulate hours in ocean navigation, either for RYA courses or certifications or to obtain the Spanish PPER.

Official Spanish qualifications that can be obtained on board in an oceanic environment:

- Yacht Skipper and Captain Practices*

- Short-range radio operator practices*

- PER* Degree Extension Practices

School approval such as ENAL for all Spanish recreational nautical qualifications.

Approval with RYA training center for all RYA courses on board such as:

- RYA Competent Crew*.

- RYA Watch Leader. *

- Essential Navigation & Seaman Ship. *

Unofficial courses such as:

- Astronomical navigation course. *

Join this adventure and experience the thrill of crossing the Atlantic with safety, learning and companionship!

*If you are interested in any of these courses, please consult us in advance for the conditions

Plan

Boarding:

from 10:00 a.m. on the starting day in Lanzarote. Disembarkation:

From 15:00 on the last day in Martinique. (We still recommend boarding the day before departure).

Type of navigation: Ocean formation.

The first full day we will take a safety course with on-board practices in the use of material, safety protocols, MOB, hazards and precautions on board, life on board.

The second day we set sail for our destination and took it easy on this day to integrate into the ocean routine and get acclimated to the ship.

From the third day onwards, we began the training mentioned in the previous section to our destination. While doing ocean navigation, our energy reserve is low, so learning will take place in short blocks and in a relaxed environment. Every day, independently, meteorological analysis will be carried out as a team, review of critical points of the ship, trimming and management of the ship by shift. Onboard instructors: 2.

Students on board: 8 maximum.

Nautical miles: 3200.

Wind regime: Trade winds

Average ambient temperature: 26º Water temperature: 26º

Program duration: 30 days. Age: between 18 and 75 years old. Required experience: coastal and night sailing.

Is it necessary to have a nautical license? : No.

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Other information

All crew members are welcome, even if they do not know the language spoken on board (english, french, portuguese and spanish)

The price includes:

Accommodation on board with own bunk bed and storage area, skipper and first officer, pre-sail training with ocean safety course prior to sailing.

The price does not include: Transfer to the port of departure, food and drinks ashore, cash on board, 50€ per person per day (to cover fuel, berths and full board on board).

There is the possibility of obtaining certificates and qualifications such as: Yacht skipper and captain practices, short-range radio operator course, RYA Competent Crew, RYA Watch Leader, Essential Navigation & Seaman Ship or Astronomical Navigation.

Ask us about possibilities before booking.

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Boat details

70-foot steel ocean sailboat equipped with ketch and designed by German Frers, one of the most prestigious naval designers of all time. The boat is a commission for his brother, who wanted a boat to sail around the world easily, comfortably and safely.

The boat is in perfect sailing condition, it has received different refits throughout its history, the last of which in 2024 in which the entire electrical system and wiring of the boat were changed. Complete with main engine and generator, autopilot, mats, sails, fixed and mobile rigs, etc... the boat was dry for 12 months for this refit and was prepared for ocean sailing school.

The crew is comprised of 2 experienced RYA instructors so that one is always on call.

Our instructors have a lot of experience not only sailing but also teaching, they are patient, technical and sensitive to the different characters that may be on board.

Boat equipment: Unlimited oceanic Zone 1 with all the safety measures recommended by MCA and RYA.

Specifications:

Length: 20 meters

Width: 5.20 meters

Depth: 2.6 meters

Displacement: 30 tons

Sail configuration: Genoa, ratchet, major, mesana and asymmetric spi.

Qualification: 5 cabins for 4+2+2+1+3 crew members, 3 bathrooms and a huge living room.

Capacity: 12 passengers and up to 6 crew members

Specifications

Model: Astilleros Construcciones One Off - German Frers 696
Capacity: 14 spots
Length: 20.00 m
Cabins: 5
Year: 1984
Bathrooms: 3

Features

GPS
Radar
Life jackets
VHF
Sounding line
Electric windlass
Autopilot
Wind equipment
EPIRB
Generator
Tender
Shower
Fishing rods
HI-FI equipment
Wifi
Equipo de snorkel

5 · 19 reviews

Licencia de Navegación en Baiona

Ricardo

November of 2024

Fantastic! In general, an instructor is expected to have knowledge and to be able to transmit it. With him, in addition to all this, it is worth appreciating the passion with which he does it and his constant emphasis on Safety.

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Santiago

October of 2024

I have learned a lot. Ivan is a great professional with a lot of experience who transmits security and confidence to the student.
The feeling when you finish is very satisfying.
The ship is impressive.
A good experience, I would definitely repeat it.

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Prácticas Patrón y Capitán de Yate desde Baiona con maximo 5 alumnos por curso

Patricia

September of 2024

The internship was very enjoyable, entertaining and very educational. A great trainer. He also provided us with a lot of additional documentation so that we could continue learning. Not to mention that the ship is a 5-star hotel and IVAN is a great chef. Thank you very much for everything.

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Gaetano Davide

June of 2024

The experience with the nautical school team has been fantastic. Thanks to Captain Quique we have learned a lot and navigated through the Rías Bajas. I recommend this experience to everyone who wants to learn and enjoy sailing.

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Tito

June of 2024

Magnificent seafaring experience. We had a lot of wind which allowed us to carry out maneuvers in adverse conditions. Daniel, the instructor, a super professional with experience that takes the hiccups.

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Antonio

June of 2024

Ivan has been an exceptional skipper
I have learned a lot with him, the boats are in perfect condition and super new.
All perfect!!

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