from the Marquesas to Prince Rupert / Canada

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from the Marquesas to Prince Rupert / Canada

5,940 €

Andreas Kreutzer Segelreisen

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Nuku Hiva (Marquesas Islands) - Prince Rupert (Canada)

Our voyage begins in Nuku Hiva. After final preparations – provisioning, safety checks and a briefing – the moment has come: we set course for the Pacific. The challenges of the long-distance passage ahead have us looking out at the vast ocean. We know that a true adventure awaits us.

For the next few weeks the sea will be our home, and we must adapt to the rhythm of sailing. With each passing day we move further from civilisation and the reality of offshore sailing sets in.

This passage is no ordinary sailing trip. We are sailing into the Pacific, one of the largest oceans in the world. This means:

Weather conditions: The first days are often calm with light winds, but soon stronger winds can set in and the sea becomes rougher. Squalls and changing wind directions are possible at any time. Correct sail setting and constant adjustment to conditions are crucial. Our crew must remain alert at all times to keep the vessel safe.
Night passages: The darkness of the Pacific is overwhelming. The starry sky that guides our course at night can be a familiar companion, but time aboard also feels endless. Our crew will take turns on deck in watches – day and night, always on duty. The task of navigating safely and holding course requires the highest concentration and precision.
Fitness and stamina: Life aboard during a long-distance passage is physically and mentally demanding. There will be no time for luxury, only the necessary daily tasks: cooking, sailing, keeping watch and maintaining the vessel in top condition. The crew must be fit and resilient – both physically and mentally – to endure the demanding continuous voyage.
Provisions and supplies: With no access to fresh markets, all provisions must be planned and stowed in advance. Daily meals must be prepared from stores, which means the crew must be creative and efficient in managing limited resources.
The sailing route – A steady rhythm on the open ocean
We sail northwards, day after day, week after week... The temperatures grow cooler and the days longer.

The decision on how best to sail the ship in changing winds requires constant communication and teamwork. The rhythm of daily life aboard is determined by the tasks of sailing, navigation and watches. Life at sea becomes an almost meditative experience – each day follows a fixed routine, yet always with a hint of unpredictability as the ocean presents us with new challenges.

The final stages – the destination in sight
The closer we get to the Canadian coast, the greater the anticipation of our destination, yet even the last nautical miles are not without their challenges. The changing weather, proximity to the islands and navigation require the utmost precision. In this final phase of the trip, the crew will have to rely especially on their skills to bring the ship safely to shore.

The coastal landscape of British Columbia, with its rugged beauty and isolation, offers a spectacular conclusion to the voyage.

Conclusion – a journey of a lifetime
This trip is not just a physical challenge but also a mental journey. Long-distance sailing requires team spirit, patience, stamina and the willingness to face the elements and the challenges of the open ocean. Yet even when there are moments of exhaustion and doubt, we are rewarded with an incomparable feeling of freedom and fulfilment when we reach the port of Prince Rupert.

We sail with Lotte, a Bavaria C51 from 2017. Lotte is a special vessel and is constructed without restrictions for ocean use and certified by the Berufsgenossenschaft. She sovereignly takes even high waves and delights with excellent seakeeping. Comfort and dynamics have been uncompromisingly combined, so that a cosy camaraderie on board and an intensive sailing experience await us.

Welcome on board, Willkommen an Bord, Grüezi mitenand ond willkomme a Bord !
Andreas Kreutzer

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