Transatlantic Project – XP44 “Aqua Nomis”
Punat → Atlantic → Caribbean → Punat · Nov 2027 – May 2029 · two Transatlantic crossings: RORC Transatlantic Race 2028 & ARC 2028
One boat. Two Transatlantic Races. 34,000 nautical miles.
RORC Project 2027/28 · 2027-11-13 – 2028-05-02
RORC Transatlantic Race Lanzarote → Antigua, Caribbean 600 and Heineken Regatta.
ARC Project 2028/29 · 2028-10-14 – 2029-05-02
ARC Atlantic crossing Las Palmas → Saint Lucia and Caribbean season.
Both crossings with our offshore optimized XP44 Aqua Nomis, bookable in stages from €750,-.
Your next adventure awaits – secure your spot now!
2027-11-13 – 2028-05-02 · Punat → Lanzarote → Antigua → Punat
2028-10-14 – 2029-05-02 · Punat → Las Palmas → St. Lucia → Punat
Booking individual stages from €750,-
Your contact
If you have any questions about our offers, please get in touch with us! We prefer to assist you in person.
The Project
The XP44 Aqua Nomis sails two Atlantic rounds back-to-back. Round 1 starting November 2027 leads via Malta, Valencia, and the Canary Islands to Lanzarote, from there with the RORC Transatlantic Race to Antigua (~3,000 nm). In the Caribbean, the RORC Caribbean 600 and Heineken Regatta follow, and in spring 2028, the return trip via the Azores to Punat.
Round 2 starting October 2028 leads to Las Palmas, where we start the ARC – the world’s largest Atlantic rally – with the destination Rodney Bay on Saint Lucia (~2,700 nm). After the Caribbean season 2029, the return crossing via the Azores follows. Total distance of both rounds: approximately 34,000 nautical miles.
» Boat
XP44 · Aqua Nomis
» Period
Nov 2027 – May 2029
» Distance
~34,000 nautical miles
» Regattas
RORC Transatlantic · Caribbean 600 · Heineken · ARC
Target Group
- Offshore-experienced sailors as well as inshore sailors who want to gain offshore experience
- Physical fitness & readiness for watchkeeping
The yacht: XP44 Aqua Nomis
The Aqua Nomis is an XP44 – a modern, offshore-optimized performance yacht. Robust offshore construction, complete safety equipment (life raft, jackstay system, EPIRB), comfortable berths, and a well-equipped navigation system make her the ideal platform for Atlantic crossings and regattas.
Schedule
RORC Project · Outward trip Nov/Dec 2027: Punat → Malta (7 d, ~600 nm) · Malta → Valencia (10 d, ~830 nm) · Valencia → Lanzarote (9 d, ~980 nm). Followed by a technical stop and regatta preparation in Lanzarote until Jan 2028.
RORC Project · Atlantic & Caribbean Jan–Mar 2028: RORC Transatlantic Race Lanzarote → Antigua (incl. 3 training days, ~3,000 nm). Caribbean 600 (incl. 2 training days) and Heineken Regatta on St. Maarten (incl. 3 training days).
RORC Project · Return trip Mar–May 2028: St. Maarten → Azores (14 d, ~2,100 nm) · Azores trip · Azores → Lisbon · Lisbon → Mallorca · Mallorca → Punat.
ARC Project · Outward trip Oct/Nov 2028: Punat → Malta (7 d, ~600 nm) · Malta → Valencia (10 d, ~830 nm) · Valencia → Las Palmas (10 d, ~1,050 nm). Followed by a preparation week in Las Palmas: registration, safety inspection, and crew briefings.
ARC Project · Atlantic & Caribbean Nov 2028 – Mar 2029: ARC Atlantic crossing Las Palmas → Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia (~2,700 nm), awards ceremony mid-December. Afterwards, Caribbean season with Grenada Sailing Week, RORC Caribbean 600, and Heineken Regatta.
ARC Project · Return trip Mar–May 2029: St. Maarten → Azores (17 d, ~2,200 nm) · Azores trip · Azores → Lisbon · Lisbon → Mallorca · Mallorca → Punat.
Accommodation
Accommodation on board the Aqua Nomis in the respective stage ports. For longer technical stops (Lanzarote, Antigua, St. Maarten, Azores), overnight stays ashore are possible and recommended at your own expense. Details will be coordinated with the crew.
SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW
FAQ
For long-distance stages, we recommend offshore experience. For regattas, regatta experience is an advantage. If in doubt, please contact us in advance.
Yes – the project is divided into eleven bookable sections. You can combine one or more stages freely to suit your schedule.
berth on board, catering during regattas, safety equipment (life jacket, PLB, tether) and a certificate of participation. For regatta stages, training days and entry fees are included. Travel to and from the event is not included.
Travel to and from the respective starting or destination port must be organized by yourself and is not included in the ticket price. We are happy to help with coordination.
INCLUDED SERVICES
- berth on board (shared cabin)
- Main meals on board during regattas included
- Life jacket / PLB / Tether
- Offshore equipment & navigation
- Certificate of participation
- Regatta stages: Training days & entry fee included
Additional costs: crew fund for diesel, berth fees, provisions
RORC Project 2027/28
Punat → Malta
Nov 13–20, 2027 · 7 days · ~600 nm
€750.–/person
Malta → Valencia
Nov 21 – Dec 01, 2027 · 10 days · ~830 nm
€1,200.–/person
Valencia → Lanzarote
Dec 03–12, 2027 · 9 days · ~980 nm
€1,800.–/person
RORC Transatlantic Race
Jan 06–24, 2028 · incl. 3 training days · ~3,000 nm
€4,850.–/person
RORC Caribbean 600
Feb 19–26, 2028 · incl. 2 training days · ~600 nm
€3,200.–/person
Heineken Regatta
Feb 28 – Mar 05, 2028 · incl. 3 training days
€1,800.–/person
St. Maarten → Azores
Mar 10–24, 2028 · 14 days · ~2,100 nm
€2,500.–/person
Azores trip
Mar 31 – Apr 07, 2028 · 7 days · ~500 nm
€1,000.–/person
Azores → Lisbon
Apr 08–15, 2028 · 7 days · ~900 nm
€1,750.–/person
Lisbon → Mallorca
Apr 16–24, 2028 · 8 days · ~880 nm
€1,750.–/person
Mallorca → Punat
Apr 25 – May 02, 2028 · 7 days · ~700 nm
€750.–/person
ARC Project 2028/29
Punat → Malta
Oct 14–21, 2028 · 7 days · ~600 nm
€750.–/person
Malta → Valencia
Oct 22 – Nov 01, 2028 · 10 days · ~830 nm
€1,200.–/person
Valencia → Las Palmas
Nov 03–13, 2028 · 10 days · ~1,050 nm
€1,800.–/person
ARC Atlantic Crossing
Nov 19 – Dec 10, 2028 · Las Palmas → Rodney Bay · ~2,700 nm
€6,650.–/person
plus additional costs: ARC crew fee approx. €220.–/person, provisions, and travel to and from the event
St. Maarten → Azores
Mar 10–27, 2029 · 17 days · ~2,200 nm
€2,500.–/person
Azores trip
Mar 30 – Apr 06, 2029 · 7 days · ~500 nm
€1,000.–/person
Azores → Lisbon
Apr 07–14, 2029 · 7 days · ~900 nm
€1,750.–/person
Lisbon → Mallorca
Apr 16–24, 2029 · 8 days · ~880 nm
€1,750.–/person
Mallorca → Punat
Apr 25 – May 02, 2029 · 7 days · ~700 nm
€750.–/person
