Ocean Passage
Canary Islands to Cape Verde
Gran Canaria to Sal – Riding the Trade Winds South
From the volcanic shores of Gran Canaria, Mirabo heads south into the open Atlantic toward Cape Verde. This seven-day passage follows one of the classic routes into the northeast trade-wind belt.
Voyage Information
| Dates | 1-7 December 2026 |
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| Duration | 7 days |
| Fee |
Regular price €750Early Bird€640Book by 15 September 2026
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| Status | Available |
| Route | Gran Canaria, Canary Islands -> Sal, Cape Verde |
| Embarkation | Gran Canaria, Canary Islands – 1 December 2026 |
| Disembarkation | Sal, Cape Verde – 7 December 2026 |
| Distance | Approx. 780-850 nautical miles |
| Boat | Mirabo |
| Type | Ocean Passage |
| Guests | 4-6 |
| Sailing level | Offshore passage – previous sailing experience recommended. |
| Route format | One-way / offshore passage |
The Passage
Leaving Gran Canaria, Mirabo turns south toward Cape Verde and gradually leaves the busy European island routes behind. There is no fixed sequence of daily stops: the passage itself becomes the itinerary.
Following the Trade Winds South
This route is one of the natural gateways into the Atlantic trade-wind system. Conditions may range from gentle sailing to stronger offshore days, and the exact course can change with the forecast and sea state.
Landfall in Cape Verde
After roughly 800 nautical miles, the low dry outline of Sal replaces the open horizon. Sal becomes Mirabos gateway into the archipelago.
Practical Travel Information
Arrival: Gran Canaria Airport (LPA). Departure: Amilcar Cabral International Airport, Sal (SID). Exact marina, boarding/disembarkation times and transfers remain TBC.
Life Aboard Mirabo
Mirabo is an expedition sailing boat, and the voyage should feel like real life aboard rather than a staged resort programme. Guests share the rhythm of navigation, meals, watches where relevant, sail handling when appropriate, time ashore and operational decisions shaped by the weather.
Weather and Itinerary Note
The published route and dates represent the planned voyage. Departure time, stop sequence, individual anchorages and arrival timing may change according to weather, sea conditions, clearance requirements and operational decisions made for safety.
The Canaries — Many Worlds in One Archipelago
The Canary Islands are not identical stops on a map. Between them, the light, wind, terrain and atmosphere change: dry lava fields, high ridges, green valleys, black-sand beaches and quiet harbours. Sailing lets us experience those differences from within, allowing them to unfold rather than skipping across them by flight or ferry.
The many Canary stages make space to build miles and a real relationship with the ocean. Some days are for a longer passage and sail handling; others leave time for a trail, a photographic walk or an evening in a small town. Every direction through the archipelago has its own character, which is why returning here never feels quite the same.
Ask About This Voyage
Contact us for availability, preparation details and whether this stage is the right fit for you.