Ninja Penguin wants 5 crew for Ninja Penguin, Bowman 57 , m.

From English Harbour, Antigua & Barbuda to Dartmouth, United Kingdom.

April 2026 to May 2026.

🌊 Transatlantic Adventure – Antigua → Bermuda → Azores → UK Step beyond the Caribbean and embark on the ultimate sailing challenge: a hands-on transatlantic crossing from Antigua to the UK, with stops in Bermuda and the Azores along the way. This is a rare opportunity to experience life at sea on a true offshore passage, push your personal boundaries, and grow as a sailor — all while under expert guidance. Aboard our 57ft MCA-coded offshore yacht, you’ll be part of the crew every step of the way. This is not a luxury charter — it’s a real adventure where you hoist sails, take the helm, navigate, and manage life aboard during days and nights at sea. MCA-Coded for Unlimited Category 0 Service Our yacht is fully MCA-coded for Category 0 unlimited service, which means it is rigorously inspected, equipped, and certified for offshore passages anywhere in the world, including transatlantic crossings. This ensures the highest safety standards and reliability, giving you confidence for long passages far from land. Guided by professional crew — a Skipper with instructor qualifications and an experienced Mate — this voyage is perfect for enthusiastic learners and aspiring sailors ready to expand their skills, gain confidence in offshore sailing, and challenge themselves in one of the world’s most iconic passages. Important Note for Beginners: We recommend that all participants have a good understanding of their personal susceptibility to seasickness. If you’re unsure, it’s advisable to first join a shorter, 7-day Caribbean hands-on sailing trip to gain experience and confidence before attempting a transatlantic passage. What’s Included: Weeks aboard a safe, comfortable, MCA-coded 57ft offshore yacht built for ocean crossings. Professional Skipper with instructor qualifications, plus an experienced Mate onboard. All safety gear provided, including lifejackets, harnesses, and tethers. Fully hands-on sailing – perfect for beginners and experienced sailors alike, with opportunities to increase personal qualifications such as passage planning, navigation, and offshore watch-keeping. Stopovers in Bermuda and the Azores to explore, rest, and recharge before continuing your adventure. Learn real-world offshore sailing techniques, weather routing, watch management, and teamwork at sea. Cost - £6495 - Includes >4500nm ocean sailing experience, all safety equipment onboard, food, drinks & other provisions - Does not include and ashore expenses such as food and drink.

What roles/experience are needed (Crew 1): does not matter

What roles/experience are needed (Crew 2): does not matter

What roles/experience are needed (Crew 3): does not matter

What roles/experience are needed (Crew 4): does not matter

What roles/experience are needed (Crew 5): does not matter

Sailing with a Rally: Independent

I'm looking for (gender): either

Cabins/Sleeping : shared cabin-own bunk

Smoking on board: non-smokers only

Total people on board: 8

Crew roles: Who This Trip Is For No prior sailing experience is required — just enthusiasm, curiosity, and a sense of adventure. This voyage is perfect for anyone who wants to get hands-on with sailing, learn the routines of life at sea, and gain real offshore experience under professional guidance. Our ideal crew members include: Adventurous travellers seeking a once-in-a-lifetime ocean passage. Aspiring liveaboards who want to understand what life aboard a yacht is truly like. Future solo ocean-crossers — those who dream of sailing an ocean on their own one day but wish to learn the skills and confidence first in a supportive, guided environment. Eager learners looking to develop practical sailing skills, navigation knowledge, and offshore watch experience. Team players ready to contribute fully to daily sailing tasks and enjoy life aboard as part of a small crew. This voyage is about personal growth, hands-on learning, and building the confidence to take on offshore passages in the future — all while experiencing the adventure of a true transatlantic crossing. ⚓🌊

Money: voyage cost $6495

Travel to and from boat: crew pays

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