YOUR EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS
MORE THAN JUST A RALLY
A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE AT SEA
Joining Viking Explorers means more than just crossing the Atlantic. We provide exclusive support, safety resources, and an amazing community, ensuring a smooth and unforgettable sailing adventure.
Viking Explorers Club
One great benefit of joining the rally, is that you will automatically become a member of the new Viking Explorers Club. Members of the Viking Explorers Club will gain access to a growing list of discounts and privileges designed to make their life afloat easier, safer, and more rewarding. Those discounts include marinas, companies and agents worldwide. Some of the marinas that are part of the Club are renowned marinas such as the Marinedi group in Italy, IGY group marinas like Rodney Bay (Saint Lucia) or Red Frog (Panama) or an essential agent like Erick Galvez for crossing the Panama Canal. As a participant of the rally, you get a free one year membership to the Club.
Rally Handbook
This PDF contains essential information about the event, including arrival protocols at the marinas, details on all activities taking place from September 2026 to February 2027 and much more.
Interactive Crossing Guide
Every participant receives the up-to-date Interactive Crossing Guide, a comprehensive 120+ page resource packed with vital information:
☸︎ Marinas, services & arrival
☸︎ Provisioning & sailing tips
☸︎ Essential safety recommendations
This guide is updated annually to ensure the most accurate and reliable information for your journey.
Safety & Navigation Support
At Viking Explorers, safety is a priority. That’s why we offer:
☸︎ Safety Seminar by Oliver Solanas Heinrichs, director of the Viking Explorers Rally and former safety officer for transatlantic rallies.
☸︎ No compulsory safety checks, but liferafts, EPIRBs, sat comms & trained crews are essential.
☸︎ Transatlantic Monitoring – PredictWind tracking and constant fleet supervision.
We maintain a database of safety and identification info on all registered boats which is a great benefit to search and rescue organizations in the event of an emergency.
Seminars & Webinars
A full week of in-depth seminars & webinars by experienced sailors, covering:
☸︎ Safety at sea.
☸︎ Provisioning.
☸︎ First aid preparation, supervised by profesional pharmacists.
☸︎ Tips & tricks for the Caribbean.
☸︎ Downwind sailing & astro navigation.
☸︎ Communication and weather routing.
Participants get access to an exclusive member area with additional material.
Webinar: Discovering the Canary Islands
As part of our commitment to providing valuable insights and support to all Viking Explorers participants, we offer an exclusive webinar dedicated to the Canary Islands. This webinar is performed by Oliver Solanas Heinrichs, who has been cruising the Canary Islands for 30 years, and is Port Officer for several cruising associations. He is the coauthor of the Cruising Guide to the Canary Islands by Imray and has been collaborating with the Canarian government for many years.
This informative webinar is designed to give you a deeper knowledge on the islands with topics as the predominant wind, routes, what to see… This webinar will ensure you’re fully prepared to make the most of your time in the Canaries.
Personalized Pre-Departure Support
☸︎ Carlota, PR and Marketing Director of the Rally and local expert in Gran Canaria, helps participants complete their grab bags & first aid kits.
☸︎ Exclusive partnership with local pharmacy for medical supplies & medicines without prescription.
☸︎ Help with provisioning for the crossing. Best providers for fruits, vegetables and meat.
Social Events & Gatherings
☸︎ Welcome parties & get-togethers in Gran Canaria, Mindelo, and Grenada.
☸︎ Sundowners – Informal social evenings, sponsored by our partners.
☸︎ Skippers Dinner – An exclusive captains’ event at Allende Restaurant, Marina Las Palmas.
☸︎ ... and much more
These gatherings strengthen bonds among sailors and create friendships that last beyond the rally.
Communication & Fleet Connection
☸︎ Exclusive WhatsApp Group – Stay connected with all participants 24/7 during the crossing.
☸︎ Rally Control Email Updates – Communication throughout the crossing in case of eventualities.
☸︎ Live Broadcasts & Updates on Facebook & social media, so family and friends can track your journey.
All boats are encouraged to stay connected, ensuring a strong and supportive fleet
dynamic and more safety.
Skippers’ Briefings & Departure Planning
☸︎ Final skippers' briefing at Club Maritimo Varadero two days before departure.
☸︎ Essential documents for the crossing.
☸︎ Weather-dependent start – If needed, departure can be delayed.
Official departure: January 6th, 2027.
EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS & SPECIAL PARTNERSHIPS
Discover the unique advantages provided by our Official Arrival Hosts, Official Suppliers and Friends of Viking Explorers. Ask us for your discounts.
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) is the National Tourism Organisation of Grenada, responsible for the development of the tourism sector of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique through destination management and marketing. They are our Official Arrival Hosts and will give you a warm welcome to this beautiful island located in the hurricane safe southern part of the Caribbean. We are also in constant contact with them. Learn more about them here.
Located in the beautiful Lagoon just outside St. George’s, the capital, Port Louis Marina provides the perfect base from which to sail the unspoilt Caribbean Paradise of Grenada and the Grenadines. As Official Arrival Host they offer to our participants 2 nights for free in the marina (electricity and water not included), 10% discount in longer stays, Free WiFi and garbage disposal. You can also enjoy all the facilities like the swimming pool. Customs and Immigration is located inside the marina. The majority of yacht refit, repair and maintenance services are available at Port Louis Marina. Learn more about the marina here.
First founded in 1782 as a construction shipyard, the Camper & Nicholsons name became synonymous with expertise, market knowledge, design & build excellence and effortless performance, characteristics that are still echoed in the company’s core values today.
Camper & Nicholsons Marinas has provided services to clients in more than 25 countries worldwide. The locations of our luxury marinas have been carefully selected to bring the very best in exclusive, unmatched comfort and beauty, with all the facilities you come to expect from a top - tier marina brand. If you are looking for a marina destination for your yacht, we have the berth for you. You are sure of a friendly and professional welcome. Learn more about them here
Marina Mindelo, founded in 2005, is the official host for the stopover and has been collaborating with the event since the beginning. Located in the island of Sao Vicente in the Cape Verde archipelago, will ensure a warm welcome to our fleet. You will get a small Welcome Envelope with lots of information. They will organize a welcome party and will offer 20% discount in berthing. They will be waiting for you. Check their website here.
