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[ active ] Atlantic Crossing from Europe to South America on Classic Schooner Portugal to Suriname ref 14817
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From Lisbon, Portugal to Suriname, Suriname.
January 2025 to February 2025.
Sail the Atlantic Ocean on a Classic Schooner Travel By Sail from Portugal to Suriname - January 21 to February 24, 2025 (34 Days) - An opportunity to sail a Classic Schooner and learn from the best - Stop in Canary Islands & Cape Verde - Offshore Sailing Adventure - Mile Builder | 3800 Nautical Miles - Support Low Carbon Travel The Adventure Are the waves really as high as in the movies? What would it feel like to see land after weeks on the water? Are the tropics really like you imagine it to be? There is only one way to find out: to go for it! Discover what it feels like to wake up on the ocean, breathe the ocean air, have the wind in your hair, navigate by the stars, live simple and resourceful, and be eye to eye with dolphins. Day in, day out… If you have been dreaming about sailing across the Atlantic, love a classic Schooner, and have a high standard for safety, and a schedule all set up for you, this trip is IT! ROUTE The ocean is the real destination of this trip. But let’s be honest, reaching the tropics is quite special too! Imagine arriving in the tropics after a long time at sea, and zipping that longed for coconut. Twister sets sail from Lisbon, Portugal which is easy to reach by land. The plan is to make a stop in the Canary Islands as well as Cape Verde (weather depending). Be aware that the weather could always change the route. Lisbon - Canary Islands (750 Nautical Miles) Canary Islands - Cape Verder (850 Nautical Miles) Cape Verde - Suriname (2200 Nautical Miles) Sailing Vessel Twister is a ship of +100 years that still sails the oceans, safely! Isn’t that amazing in itself? No plastic push buttons or winches on this vessel. She’s beautiful. She’s solid. She’s big. She’s spacious. She’s super comfortable. She’s got soul. She lasts. She has proven her worth and seaworthiness. Sailing ship Twister is a schooner built in 1902, with an impressive story to tell. Originally a fishing boat built out of wood, fifty-five years later, her wooden hull was replaced for a steel one so she could continue to fish. She now features all safety equipment, modern comforts, and all licences and certificates to take you safely offshore. She sails under the highly regarded Dutch flag. Her current owners are driven to sail her far, and with purpose. The aim is to facilitate memorable expeditions that people will treasure for life, and contribute towards a better planet. Last year, we sailed with her around the Atlantic, conditions ranging between champagne sailing and 9 Beaufort. The only thing we broke were two plates. Given the success of the last expedition, we can now surely recommend her for your ocean crossing. Contact us for full trip details & bonus goodies. Watch our film about last year's crossing on SV Twister ' Sailing the Atlantic Ocean Nomads' on Youtube
What roles/experience are needed (Crew 1): does not matter
Sailing with a Rally: Independent
I'm looking for (gender): either
Cabins/Sleeping : shared cabin-own bunk
Smoking on board: smoking allowed
Total people on board: 17
Money: voyage cost $6100
Travel to and from boat: crew pays
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