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  1. Crossing The Atlantic By Motor Yacht? Everything You Need To Know

    To cross the Atlantic, you'll need a boat that's at least 30 feet long, whether you're sailing or motoring. For safety and comfort, your boat should be at least 40 feet long. Although the experience of sailing or motoring across the Atlantic is vastly different, both require a boat of this size. If you plan on having a crew on board, you ...

  2. What Size Yacht To Cross The Atlantic? (Here's What You Need to Know)

    The size of yacht needed to safely and comfortably cross the Atlantic Ocean will depend on factors such as the number of people on board, the type of voyage, and the experience of the captain and crew. Generally, the vessel should be a minimum of 36 feet in length and have enough stowage capacity to carry enough supplies and provisions for the ...

  3. Can Yachts Cross The Pacific & Atlantic Oceans?

    You can cross the Pacific and Atlantic oceans on a sailing yacht or a motor yacht. It would be best to have a big enough tank to hold the amount of fuel you expect to burn. This being said, not all yachts are capable of making these trips. If you decide to cross either of these oceans, you'll want to make sure you have an ocean-faring yacht ...

  4. Crossing the Atlantic by Motor Yacht Routes

    Conclusion. There are many ways to cross the Atlantic by motor yacht, but there are three main routes that are most popular. The first route is from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean. This route is popular because it offers good weather and sailing conditions. The second route is from the Azores to Bermuda.

  5. The right yacht for an Atlantic crossing

    Last year, when we carried out our annual survey of ARC skippers, we found that yachts of between 46ft and 55ft had a battery capacity, on average, of 700ah, rising to 1,000ah for yachts over 56ft ...

  6. What kind of boats cross the Atlantic Ocean? 7 Options explained

    There are also sailing cargo Atlantic crossing possibilities out there. ' Tres Hombres ' is a 32 metres Schooner transporting traditional goods like rum and chocolate between the Caribbean and Europe. Timbercoast is a 1920 built 43.5m Schooner that transports goods like coffee and gin.

  7. 15 Top tips for an Atlantic Crossing

    The Atlantic crossing season occurs every winter. In the months leading up to Christmas, some 4-5,000 sailors will cross from Europe to the Caribbean on one of the biggest sailing adventures of ...

  8. The unexpected joy of sailing across the Atlantic

    The unexpected joys of sailing across the Atlantic. 15 August 2023 • Written by Caroline White. Three owners joined their superyachts to cross the Atlantic and found more than they expected in the vastness of the ocean, they tell Caroline White. Crossing oceans is a necessity if you want to get your yacht to the good stuff on either side.

  9. Atlantic crossing: When's the best time to go?

    Weather Guru Chris Tibbs reports. An Atlantic crossing or Atlantic circuit has often been seen as a year-long adventure, crossing the ocean in late November or December to the Caribbean, with a ...

  10. How Big of a Sailboat Do You Need To Cross the Atlantic? (Detailed

    Short Answer. The size of sailboat you need to cross the Atlantic depends on the individual's experience level as a sailor and the type of voyage they plan to take. Generally, for a safe and comfortable voyage, a sailboat of at least 35 feet in length would be recommended. Additionally, the boat should have a solid and reliable design, as ...

  11. Crazy or sane? Record attempt for the smallest boat to cross the Atlantic

    Record attempt for the smallest boat to cross the Atlantic. Andrew Bedwell is planning to smash the record for sailing the smallest boat to cross the Atlantic. His vessel, Big C is just over 1m/3.2ft long. The smallest boat to cross the Atlantic was 5ft 4inches, sailed by American sailor, Hugo Vihlen in 1993. Many have tried but failed to break ...

  12. All the kit you need to go sailing offshore or cross the Atlantic

    All the kit you need to go sailing offshore or cross the Atlantic. Items of kit and spares for an offshore or ocean passage are seemingly endless, but some are essential. Sophie Dingwall finds out what this year's ARC crews made sure was on board. The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) has supported hundreds of boats crossing the Atlantic ...

  13. How Big Of A Boat To Cross The Atlantic?

    Whether you're motoring or sailing, you need a boat at least 30 ft long to cross the Atlantic. Ideally, your boat will be at least 40 feet long for safety and comfort. The experience of motoring or sailing across the Atlantic are very different, but both require a boat of at least this size. If you intend to have a crew on the boat as well ...

  14. How Long Does It Take To Cross the Atlantic Ocean By Boat?

    Yachts. My first Atlantic Crossing took roughly fourteen days to complete. Most Superyachts take nine to fourteen days to cross. Yachts typically tend to cross at slower cruising speeds of 8 - 15kts. For more information on what defines a yacht, see our previous lesson.

  15. This $12 Million Yacht Can Cross the Atlantic Twice on a Single Tank

    A sleek, lavish megayacht fit for a Bond villain, called "Adastra," has hit the market for $12 million. Thanks to its efficient shape and lightweight construction, the yacht can cross the Atlantic ...

  16. Crossing the Atlantic in a Superyacht

    Crossing the Atlantic has long been regarded as one of the most exhilarating maritime adventures you can have. From the days of Christopher Columbus in the 15th century to modern times, this journey continues to captivate the imaginations of sailors, superyacht owners, and boating enthusiasts. Today, advancements in technology and yacht design have made this ambitious voyage more attainable ...

  17. How to cross the Atlantic in short hops

    Here's how he did it: 1 Newfoundland to southern Greenland. During July, high pressure is typically centred just south-west/west of the Azores with ridging extending south-west/west towards ...

  18. Record attempt for Atlantic crossing in smallest boat ever ends in

    A sailor's record-setting quest to cross the Atlantic Ocean in the smallest boat ever ended in tears when the 3-foot 10-inch boat began taking on water shortly after his departure and smashed…

  19. 90 days trapped in this 1m yacht crossing the Atlantic ...

    Yachting Monthly's editor, Theo Stocker gets a tour of Andrew Bedwell's micro-yacht in which he plans to set a new record for the smallest boat to cross the ...

  20. How to sail across the Atlantic and back

    The big question is whether your current yacht is the best tool for the job given your budget. Is it large enough for the crew you intend for longer passages, for the provisions, fuel and water? A 35-footer might take 25-28 days to sail across the Atlantic from the Canaries to the West Indies.

  21. How To Cross the Atlantic, Routes and Timelines

    Here's how long it takes to cross the Atlantic on various types of boats. Type of boat: Distance NM: Route: Time: Average speed Knots: Average speed MPH: Catamaran: 2700: The Canaries to the Caribbean: 2-3 Weeks: ... There's a big difference between the 28 knots a racing trimaran will make and the 9 knots a cruising catamaran will.

  22. Sail Across the Atlantic

    The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) is a renowned annual sailing event organised by the World Cruising Club and a favourite in the yachting world. It brings together sailors worldwide and provides an opportunity for sailors to cross the Atlantic Ocean in the company of a group, enhancing safety and camaraderie.

  23. How Far Can Yachts Travel? Helpful Examples (With Numbers)

    Cruising around the world is a big dream for several yacht enthusiasts. ... Can a Yacht Cross the Atlantic Ocean? To cross the Atlantic, an average motorized yacht would need a tank with a capacity of about 5000 liters of fuel at a fuel efficiency of 2.5 nautical miles per gallon.

  24. World's Largest Sail-Powered Cargo Ship Has Embarked Maiden Atlantic

    Come Sail Away Earlier this month, a massive sailing ship took off from a port in Le Havre, France, to make the 3,662 nautical-mile journey across the Atlantic to New York. The vessel dubbed ...