Follow a spectacular North Atlantic route from the Faroe Islands to Scotland through wildlife-rich waters and the dramatic island landscapes of the Hebrides.
This seven-day sailing expedition follows a spectacular route from the Faroe Islands to Scotland, covering approximately 450 nautical miles through some of the most scenic waters in the North Atlantic.
Beginning among the dramatic landscapes of the Faroes, the voyage heads south through the Hebrides, where island communities, sheltered anchorages and wildlife-rich waters create an unforgettable sailing experience. Along the way, there may be opportunities to spot minke whales, puffins and other marine life that thrive in these northern waters.
This is an active voyage where guests become part of the crew, participating in helming, sail handling, navigation, watchkeeping and daily life onboard. The journey concludes in Oban, one of Scotland’s best-known west coast harbours and gateway to the country’s famous whisky region.
Your expedition takes place aboard a 72ft steel sailing vessel originally built for one of the world’s most demanding around-the-world yacht races. Designed for extended ocean passages and remote exploration, the vessel is certified for unrestricted ocean voyaging and combines expedition capability with a comfortable onboard environment. With space for just 10 guest crew, voyages are immersive and hands-on, with everyone encouraged to participate in sailing operations, watchkeeping and daily life at sea.
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Why you'll love this adventure
- Sail from the Faroe Islands to Scotland through the spectacular Hebrides.
- Opportunities to spot whales, puffins and other North Atlantic wildlife.
- A genuine hands-on sailing experience with active crew participation.
Dates
Itinerary
Journey from the Faroe Islands to Scotland on a hands-on sailing expedition through the wild waters of the North Atlantic. This voyage combines offshore passage-making with opportunities to explore parts of the Hebrides, while keeping watch for whales, seabirds and other marine wildlife. Guests are encouraged to take an active role onboard, learning sailing skills and participating in daily vessel operations throughout the journey. The outline below highlights some of the planned route and experiences. Enquire for full voyage details and the latest itinerary information.
What's included
- Accommodation onboard throughout the voyage
- All meals onboard (vegetarian)
- Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks
- Foul weather gear (jacket and salopettes)
- Safety equipment including lifejackets with personal locator beacons
- Sailing instruction and training
Not included
- Travel to the departure port
- Travel from the arrival port
- Accommodation before or after the voyage
- Personal expenses ashore
Trip notes
Price
Min age
Accommodation
Accommodation for up to 10 guest passengers in comfortable sea berths. Two heads with showers, a large, well-stocked galley, and a comfortable salon with seating for the entire crew. The vessel is equipped with twin iridium satellite phones, HF radio, and all the modern navigation equipment to keep you safe and connected despite being well offshore. The boat is self-sufficient, with extensive sails, onboard fresh-water making, extended fuel reserves, and almost 1kw of wind/solar power. It is equipped for coastal and atoll exploration with two inflatable boats with outboards.
Meals
All meals on board the boat are delicious and vegetarian. Snacks and drinks provided.
Who is this trip for?
Anyone in good health with a reasonable fitness level, good balance and without mobility issues.
Age and Experience:
All ages and levels of experience are welcome provided you are physically able to take on the on board duties as guest crew. The boat has been used for many years as a sailing training vessel and the experienced crew are on-hand to help you develop or brush up on your skills.
Fitness to Sail:
This North-Atlantic sailing journey is not a trip for the infirm or physically unfit – you MUST be able to go up and down the companionway and move safely about the boat while in rough conditions, have good balance, and be in reasonably good health.
Additional notes
This voyage is in a very cold region and so you must bring suitable cold weather clothing and footwear.
Tour operator
A 72ft (22m), 90,000lb displacement steel-hulled sailing yacht built in 2000 that can accommodate 10 guest crew on her voyages. No previous sailing experience is needed, and both experienced and new sailors will enjoy her abilities as a boat built purposely for the demanding Global Challenge Race.
An experienced onboard and offshore team runs the vessel and supports her passage through remote waters with skill and precision. With two women at the helm as captain and first mate we love the boat's rugged capability as a circumnavigating vessel built to face the toughest sea conditions anywhere in the world. She has been specifically set up to operate with a volunteer crew with limited sailing experience and has high standards for sustainable passage making including keeping a vegetarian galley. This vessel provides her guest crew with comfortable living conditions and the chance to train in both modern and traditional sailing methods, whether for a short passage or a longer ocean crossing.
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