October 2023

23 Oct Arrival in Salvador

Posted at 12:05h in Nieuws

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The journey to Salvador couldn't have gone better. With a steady southeast wind, we were able to sail almost...

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13 Oct Zenith

Posted at 10:49h in Nieuws

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It really couldn't be much better. We're sailing close to the wind, at a good speed, towards Salvador. The wind is moderate...

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09 Oct Research Fernando de Noronha

Posted at 15:08h in Nieuws

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We are getting ready to depart from Fernando de Noronha. The Darwin Leaders have completed their projects, ...

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05 Oct Fernando de Noronha

Posted at 09:36h in Nieuws

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We have safely arrived at Fernando de Noronha. The Darwin Leaders have come on board and are conducting research...

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29 Sep Magnificent Frigatebird

Posted at 15:11h in Nieuws

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As we get closer to land, we see more and more birds around the ship. This morning, the deck was white with...

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28 Sep Doldrums

Posted at 12:06h in Nieuws

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The Doldrums held us in their grip for a long time, but now we've finally passed through. There's a gentle breeze...

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25 Sep Unstable weather

Posted at 12:41h in Nieuws

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Yesterday, we had to use the engine for a significant part of the day. It was typical "doldrums weather" with little wind and ...

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22 Sep Unique weather system

Posted at 11:35h in Nieuws

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Yesterday, our new group of guests came on board. They are sailing from Cape Verde, crossing the equator, ...

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19 Sep Rain!

Posted at 23:21h in Nieuws

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It rains! Very unusual in Cabo Verde, but it is raining here. That doesn't happen very often, but it seems to be a little...

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18 Sep President Cape Verde!

Posted at 13:11h in Nieuws

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We are anchored in the bay of Mindelo. The second Darwinleader week is almost over. In the salon, the final touches ...

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