Rallies
01 Jun 2025
First Arrivals in Horta
The first ARC Europe 2025 boats are arriving in Horta on Faial island, located on the western side of the Azores archipelago.
The most popular sailing rallies
Your adventure starts here!
It's your adventure, supported by us
The most popular sailing rallies
Your adventure starts here!
World Cruising Club is the world’s leading bluewater sailing specialists, with ocean crossing and offshore rallies taking place each year – ARC, ARC+, World ARC, ARC Europe, ARC Portugal and ARC Baltic.
From round the world adventures to island hopping, there’s something for everyone. Our rally teams are all keen to ensure that everyone has a great time ashore and afloat – rallies are more than simply sailing.
Our Rallies
ARC
ARC is the original ocean cruising rally, sailing from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Rodney Bay in Saint Lucia every November.
ARC Plus
ARC+ sets sail every November from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, calling at Cape Verde before heading across the Atlantic to Grenada.
ARC Europe
ARC Europe sails west-to-east across the Atlantic from the Caribbean and US to Bermuda and then to the Azores, before finishing in Lagos, Portugal.
World ARC
World ARC is a 15-month, 26,000NM rally around the world, starting every January in Saint Lucia. Yachts can join for a half rally to or from Australia.
ARC Baltic
ARC Baltic visits five countries in 1,000NM of sailing over a summer month. Starting in Kiel in July, the rally visits Denmark, Sweden, Estonia and Finland.
ARC Portugal
ARC Portugal cruises across the Bay of Biscay from the UK, then day-sails down the Iberian coast to conclude in Lagos, Portugal.
Testimonials
Fantastic event – we are 21, 24, 58 and 66 year old crew and all loved it!
Richard Border, Inez V (CAN)
We’re doing the ARC again because we just really enjoy it. The fellowship, camaraderie, helping each other and the celebration on arrival – we just love it.
Ian Patience, Asante (GBR)
The camaraderie of the fleet and the 24-hour support is what the ARC is all about.
Louise Wennberg, Take Off (SWE)
The friendships formed is one of the highlights of the rally.
Jill Hummel, Che Figata (USA)
The rally will always be one of the highlights of our sailing memories.
Diane Mailloux, Lema (USA)
Shoreside Events
Sailing across an ocean takes planning and preparation. One of the best ways of discovering what it's really like and gaining insight into everything from equipment choices to weather is to join one of our shoreside events.
Whether you're signed up for a rally or dreaming of the future, everyone is welcome at our shoreside events. Taking place in the UK, North America and Europe, plus online webinars, the shoreside events are mainly free.
- Bluewater Days: Mix of ARC-ready boats, presentations and marine companies.
- Seminars: Presentations themed around a specific rally with a panel of experienced skippers.
- Ocean Sailing Weekend: Two days of in-depth seminars from experienced cruisers and marine experts.
- Webinars: Online presentations and conversations on bluewater sailing topics.
- Rendezvous: Social events that bring together past participants and future rally sailors.
Why World Cruising Club?
World Cruising Club is the world’s leading bluewater sailing specialists, with ocean crossing and offshore cruising rallies taking place each year, attracting over 450 boats and 1,600 sailors from 45 countries.
From around-the-world adventures to island hopping, there’s something for everyone.
Our rally team is keen to ensure that everyone has a great time ashore and afloat – we know that rallies are more than simply sailing.
Rally Preparations
Sailing over the horizon requires preparation. Getting the boat ready, perhaps buying new sails or specialist equipment like a watermaker or hydrogenerator. Ensuring the crew are mentally and physically ready (and have their passport and any visas). Making sure you have enough food, water and fuel. Planning the route and considering all the ‘what ifs’.
When you start to think about it, the details of ocean sailing can seem quite daunting. We’ll help you through the process with our comprehensive rally handbook and useful monthly rally update emails to keep you on track.
About Us
We've been organising cruising rallies since the first ARC set sail in 1986 - our rallies are all about safe and sociable sailing. When you're on a rally, we'll help with all the details like entry formalities, arranging dockage, organising parties, and providing 24-7 at-sea professional support so you can focus on making memories.
Even before you start sailing, we support your preparations with a comprehensive rally handbook and monthly update emails to keep you on track and ready for the adventure.
Every Year
routes
6
rallies
Destinations
54
rally ports
Fleet
450
yachts
Crew
1,600
sailors
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05 Jun 2025
Exploring the Azores
The ARC Europe boats cruise from Faial to Terceira and then to Sao Miguel before departing for Lagos on the Portuguese mainland.
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ARC 2025 Opening Ceremony brings vibrant colours to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
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A Spectacular Sail to Mindelo for the ARC+ Fleet
As the ARC+ fleet makes its final miles toward Mindelo, the past week at sea has delivered a wonderful mix of adventure, calm seas, and unforgettable moments. Here’s a look at the highlights from their passage south to Cape Verde.
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10 Nov 2025
ARC+ 2025 leaves Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for Cape Verde
Hundreds of sailors leave the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for the first leg of the ARC+ 2025
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