Atlantic crossing Cape Verde – Martinique

Sixteen nights across the Atlantic from Cape Verde to Martinique, on the classic trade-wind route: the dream of many sailors, aboard the fast sailing yacht Chronos.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Mindelo (São Vicente, Cape Verde) – Atlantic Ocean – Sainte-Anne (Martinique)
Departure: Mindelo, São Vicente (Cape Verde)
Arrival: Sainte-Anne, Martinique
Airport: São Vicente at departure, Martinique at arrival
Duration: 16 nights
Ship: Chronos, 54-metre Bermuda ketch (2013)

Departures and prices per person

Sat 5 Dec 2026 – Mon 21 Dec 2026: Long cabin € 6,900, Deluxe cabin € 6,900
Fri 26 Nov 2027 – Sun 12 Dec 2027: Long cabin € 7,100, Deluxe cabin € 7,100

Lowest price from € 6,900 per person in a Long cabin shared by two.

BAREFOOT ACROSS THE OCEAN

Sailors call the east-to-west trade-wind route the "barefoot route": warm wind astern, bare feet on deck and days of nothing but blue. From Cape Verde the Chronos crosses to the Caribbean in just over two weeks.

You can help set and trim the sails, stand watch and take the helm yourself, but everything is optional. With thirteen spacious cabins with private bathroom and a crew of ten, this is the most comfortable way to cross the ocean once.

THE ROUTE

Departure from Mindelo

Boarding in the harbour of Mindelo on São Vicente and departure westwards.

Two weeks of ocean

With the northeast trade wind across the Atlantic: watches, starry skies, flying fish and perhaps whales.

Martinique

Arrival in Sainte-Anne in the south of Martinique, just in time for a Caribbean winter.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Chronos is a 54-metre Bermuda ketch with 1,000 m² of sail and reaches up to 15 knots: one of the fastest and most beautiful large sailing yachts. She was designed by Klaus Röder, built by the Ark Yacht yard in Bodrum and has sailed since 2013. A crew of ten takes care of sailing, galley and service. There are thirteen twin cabins for up to 26 guests, all with adjustable air conditioning and private bathroom: ten Deluxe cabins of 12 to 13 m² with separate beds or a double bed, two Long cabins of 11 m² with a double bed and a master cabin of 14 m². The large deck has plenty of seating and dining areas; below deck there is a saloon and a bar. On this passage sailing comes first. The ship also sails at night and no landings or swimming stops are planned. You can help set and trim the sails and join a watch, but nothing is compulsory: if you would rather read or watch the sea, you are just as welcome.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For those who want to log real sea miles on a large and safe yacht, with a professional crew and the comfort of a private cabin with bathroom. No sailing experience is needed, though sea legs help.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Included: crew and service, accommodation in the booked cabin category, the voyage, full board on board (one dinner a week ashore at your own expense), water, tea and filter coffee.
• Not included: travel to and from the ship, transfers, soft drinks, alcohol and espresso, water sports, shore excursions and tips.
• Using a cabin on your own costs a surcharge of 50 or 80%. Solo travellers sharing a cabin pay no surcharge; ask us about the options.
• Travel to the port of departure and home is not included; ideally arrive a day before departure.
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I have to help on deck?

No. You may help with the sails and watches, but the permanent crew sails the ship.

Are there stops on the way?

No landings are planned on a passage; the aim is to move the ship to another cruising area.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

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