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18 Nov - 20 Dec
£10,000
3 spaces available
18 Nov - 20 Dec
£10,000
3 spaces available
32-day offshore sailing expedition with Panexplore
Join SV Sea Dragon for the ultimate ocean adventure—the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC). This 2,800-nautical-mile voyage takes you from the sun-drenched shores of Gran Canaria to the turquoise waters of St Lucia, following the trade winds across the Atlantic as part of the iconic ARC rally. You’ll have time to get acquainted with Sea Dragon and your fellow crew before departure, taking part in ARC shoreside activities, exploring Gran Canaria, and soaking up the excitement of the start line. Once at sea, the passage becomes a true ocean adventure: you’ll be part of a small crew long days helping with sail handling, navigation, and watch-keeping while learning celestial navigation from an experienced offshore skipper. Crew members will share watches, handle sails, navigate, cook, relax, and enjoy being disconnected at sea. Upon arrival in Rodney Bay, you’ll have time to unwind, explore the island by land or sea, hike, snorkel, paddle board, and savor the fruits and warm waters of the Caribbean. You’ll also get to > * Participate in the mythical Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) and enjoy associated shoreside events * Gain offshore and blue-water sailing experience over a long Atlantic passage * Practice navigation skills, including celestial navigation if desired * Take part in all aspects of life aboard Sea Dragon, from sailing to cooking and watch-keeping * Explore St Lucia upon arrival, from Rodney Bay to Marigot Bay Sailing with Panexplore means joining a true ocean passage where the sea, wind, and weather dictate the journey. You’ll gain real experience in blue-water sailing, camaraderie, and adventure, finishing in one of the Caribbean’s most stunning locations. Our onboard cuisine is inspired by the places we sail through. Our galley follows a local & ocean-inspired philosophy — prioritizing local produce, coastal flavors, and fresh catch when the ocean provides. We can cater to specific diet, just let us know!
Why We Love This Sailing Expedition
The ARC is the classic Atlantic crossing, and for good reason. Trade winds, blue water, flying fish and a finish line in St Lucia that feels like a reward for doing things properly.
Rodney Bay, St Lucia
4.8/5•5 ReviewsWe are an adventure sailing company that offers immersive, hands-on sailing expeditions around the world aboard a 72ft steel-hull vessel. It’s not a simple cruise — participants become part of the crew and learn real offshore sailing skills while exploring remote seas, exotic islands, and major blue-water passages.
True adventure runs through Panexplore's veins! Their voyages take you far offshore and into remote waters, with a hands-on approach where everyone is part of the crew. The team behind it combine serious seamanship with a real enthusiasm for teaching, creating trips that are adventurous, educational and genuinely memorable.
Your specific vessel is assigned based on your selected dates. All vessels meet our high standards for comfort and safety.
Challenger - 72
LOA: 72ft (22m)
Beginner
No sailing experience required. Perfect for newcomers.
Intermediate
Some sailing experience helpful. Comfortable on the water.
Advanced
Significant sailing experience required. Challenging conditions.
Active Crew Member
Full participation in all sailing activities.
Optional Involvement
Participate as much or as little as you like.
Passenger
Sit back and enjoy the ride.
Yes
Sharing the cooking & washing up
18
You are joining a working voyage as a full member of the crew. As such, you will be involved in virtually all aspects of the trip and operations. On board you will be part of a crew of up to 15 people in total, including yourself. Our expectations of you are fairly straightforward and your team will depend on you to fully participate in everything on the boat. You will be expected to work hard to the best of your ability, to be conscientious, alert, to look after the boat and to care for each other. You will not be asked to do anything you are not comfortable doing. Tasks and activities involved in life on board SV Sea Dragon include: helming (steering), navigation, sail handling (hoisting, adjusting, stowing), keeping a look out, meal preparation and helping to keep the boat clean and tidy.
No optional extras
16-23°C
Mild temperatures, increasing sunshine.
26-32°C
Hot and sunny with thermal winds.
18-25°C
Warm weather, excellent sailing conditions.
10-16°C
Mild but variable. Some sailing possible.
16-23°C
Mild temperatures, increasing sunshine.
26-32°C
Hot and sunny with thermal winds.
18-25°C
Warm weather, excellent sailing conditions.
10-16°C
Mild but variable. Some sailing possible.
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SOLO & GROUP-FRIENDLY SAILING
Perfect for solo sailors looking to join a crew or groups wanting to charter
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Our team is on-hand 24/7 to help you before, during and after your adventure
From £10,000 GBP per person
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