$575 CAD | 200nm | 4 spots
Offshore Mileage Builder
This delivery cruise will get us from the finish of the Antigua Racing Cup to the start of the BVI Sailing Festival & Spring Regatta. For those participating in either or both race events, it’s a great opportunity to get some chill time, night sailing under starry skies, and appreciate the other side of sailing in the Caribbean!
The trip gives you another 200 nautical miles of fairly open ocean sailing, and the potential for practicing all sorts of downwind sailing techniques.
Priority booking is given to our Steadfast Sailors (i.e. returning crew!). We will open for public booking on June 30, 2026 when a booking link will be added here. Until then, feel free to contact our office with questions or to register your interest.
Pre-Requisites
Prior sailing experience is required to a Competent Crew level.
For those 19 years and older at time of booking.
Discounts Available
If you’re one of our Steadfast Sailors (returning crew), or new race crew booking the Antigua Racing Cup or BVI Regatta, remember to book through our office to receive your discount!
Itinerary
Wednesday, March 24: Clear customs and set sail from Falmouth, Antigua.
Friday, March 26: Arrive in the BVIs, clear customs and land in Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola.
Depending on conditions, we may make a rest stop at one of the islands on the way.
Typical Weather Conditions
This is prime tradewind sailing! Typical conditions are far from guaranteed, but usually this would be a fast downwind run or broad reach from Antigua to the BVIs. Expect the occasional squall, which can bring short-lived but heavy rain and strong gusts- something we are always prepared for on these passages.
About life on board
Sailors should expect to participate fully in the running of the boat, with none of the stress of doing it on your own. You will get plenty of opportunity to helm underway, practice arriving in the dark, and be part of basic passage planning and applied digital navigation. This is a true delivery sail rather than an in-depth instructional session, making for a great informal learn-by-doing environment.
We will have night sailing hours, with formal watch rotations. We may even choose to do the trip largely overnight if conditions dictate. If conditions are mild, we may play with the spinnaker during daylight hours, or stick with a poled-out jib for the most relaxing downwind setup. Both sail-plans offer a great learning opportunity for crew to refine their techniques!
Sharing the incredible experience of sailing in the Caribbean with your fellow crew is a feature of the trip, and the perfect common ground to form lifelong friendships. This is real sailing, not the glitz of a superyacht! Cabins / double bunks are generally shared, with a lee cloth in place to provide some personal space. It’s important to keep your things ship shape, and bringing less rather than more stuff goes a long way towards that goal. Bring your curiosity, your love of adventure, your patience, and your sense of humour- and prepare for the trip of a lifetime!
Questions?
Read more about Panacea X and check our full Caribbean FAQs for more information. If you can’t find what you need there- contact us!
