ARC+ events open to all!

ARC+ OPENING CEREMONY: 2 November 2025 - 12.00

The Opening Ceremony of ARC+ is always a truly special moment in Las Palmas. It marks the official start of the rally festivities, setting the tone for days filled with excitement, friendship, and celebration. As crews from around the world gather at the marina, there’s an incredible energy in the air — flags flying, music playing, and the vibrant atmosphere of sailors about to embark on an unforgettable adventure across the Atlantic.

ARC+ START: 9 November 2025 - 12.45

Spectators can enjoy the colourful spectacle of yachts gliding out to sea, a mix of excitement, emotion, and celebration. It’s a fantastic sight for sailors and non-sailors alike — the perfect chance to cheer the fleet on as they embark on their unforgettable journey to the Caribbean.

Join in the celebrations — these ARC events are open to everyone!

ARC OPENING CEREMONY: 16 November 2025 - 11.00

The ARC Opening Ceremony is a highlight of the rally calendar and a moment filled with excitement and anticipation. Crews from around the world come together in Las Palmas to celebrate the start of their Atlantic adventure, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere along the marina. With music, flags, and plenty of smiles, it’s a truly special occasion that brings sailors, friends, and visitors together.

ARC DINGHY RACE: 16 November 2025 - 12.15

Crews swap their yachts for dinghies, and take to the water for a light-hearted race that’s all about laughter and team spirit. It’s a fantastic spectacle for participants and spectators alike — with plenty of splashing, cheering, and good-natured competition.

ARC START: 23 November 2025 - 12.30

For spectators, it’s a spectacular sight — a colourful parade of boats heading out to sea, full of energy, smiles, and the promise of adventure. Whether you’re a sailor or simply a fan of the ocean, being there to cheer the fleet on is an unforgettable experience and the perfect way to spend the day.

Our Experience

Since the very first ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) in 1986, World Cruising Club has been helping sailors to achieve their dreams of sailing the oceans.

Our contacts in cruising destinations are second to none, ensuring a seamless experience for you. We arrange moorings and memorable experiences. We know the right people for spares and repairs, the best bars and supermarkets and the most beautiful sunsets.

Every year 450 boats with over 1,600 people sail on a World Cruising Club rally, and we want everyone to have an amazing and memorable experience.

The friendships formed is one of the highlights of the rally.

Jill Hummel, Che Figata (USA)

The Wennberg family and crew arriving in Grenada after sailing round the world

The camaraderie of the fleet and the 24-hour support is what the ARC is all about.

Louise Wennberg, Take Off (SWE)

Paul Wade and the crew of Blonde Moment celebrate arriving in the Azores

It’s comforting to have the same familiar faces to greet you in every port, and to know that everyone truly cares about the safe passage and arrival. This is what it’s all about.

Paul Wade, Blonde Moment (GBR)

Ros and Howard Cheetham at the start of World ARC 2018 in Saint Lucia

World Cruising Club takes the aggravation out of a circumnavigation.

Ros & Howard Cheetham, Misto (USA)

Ian and Fiona Patience of yacht Asante in Hiva Oa, French Polynesia

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)

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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+

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 half a 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.