Price
£710
Nights
Four
Age range
16-65
Start port
Portsmouth
End port
Portsmouth
Passport
Yes
Voyage code
CF847
Bursary
Available
Voyage highlights
This intermediate Racing Pathway voyage kicks off TSYT’s RORC race participation in 2026 with the Cervantes Trophy Race from The Solent to Le Havre. Starting from the Royal Yacht Squadron line in Cowes, the fleet races west out of the Solent before crossing the English Channel via navigation marks, heading for Le Havre, France, with an expected race duration of approximately 24–36 hours.
After crossing the finish line just outside the marked channel into Le Havre, the yachts will turn back and return to Portsmouth.
This voyage offers an exciting offshore racing experience and is suitable for young people and adults with previous Challenger sailing experience who are ready to progress into offshore racing, as well as experienced round the cans racers keen to experience offshore racing.
All crew must hold a valid passport in case of international port entry.
- Young people with previous Challenger sailing experience.
- Adult crew with Challenger sailing experience or significant yacht racing experience.
- Confident individuals with smaller yacht racing experience.
- Those who are comfortable working long watches, sailing overnight, and living aboard at sea.
Prior sailing experience is mandatory for this voyage.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Subject to weather, fleet movements, and RORC schedule
Day 1 Join vessel, safety briefings, offshore preparation, watch allocation, and departure.
Day 2 Offshore passage following the RORC fleet. Watch rotations, night sailing, navigation, sail handling, and seamanship training.
Final Day Approach to the finish area, debrief, and return passage. Final clean-down, reflections, and departure.
Offshore competence. Mental resilience. Leadership. Confidence.
This voyage will immerse you in a true offshore sailing environment, where decision-making, teamwork, and stamina matter just as much as technical sailing skill.
You will:
- Learn how offshore watch systems operate
- Develop advanced sail handling skills
- Gain experience helming in open-water conditions
- Build confidence in night sailing and navigation
- Improve ropework, deck operations, and onboard safety awareness
You will live and work as part of a professional crew, taking responsibility for all aspects of life onboard from sailing and navigation to cooking, cleaning, and teamwork under the guidance of our highly trained TSYT staff.
We believe every young person should have the chance to experience a life-changing voyage and realise their potential.
Bursaries Available:
We have funding available to support young people who have faced, or are facing, personal challenges. Please check our bursary guidance to apply.
Flexible Booking Options:
• Book your place with a 30% deposit
• The remaining balance is due 8 weeks before departure
• Need more flexibility? Our Reservations Team can help set up a tailored payment plan
The final route, timings, and any port stops will be determined by the Skipper based on weather conditions, safety considerations, and RORC fleet movements.
All crew must hold a valid passport for this voyage.
All meals on board are included.
Your Skipper may recommend you for our Volunteer Crew Training Programme if they feel you demonstrate the right skills, attitude, and commitment. Speak to your crew onboard if you would like to learn more.
