20 February – 28 February 2026 | $9790
The RORC Caribbean 600 is one of the most thrilling offshore sailing races in the world, attracting top sailors and high-performance yachts to the stunning waters of the Caribbean. Organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC), the race starts and finishes in Antigua, covering a challenging 600-nautical-mile course that weaves through 11 islands, including Barbuda, Montserrat, Guadeloupe, and St. Marten. Known for its demanding conditions, the race features strong trade winds, shifting currents, and exhilarating downwind legs, making it a true test of skill, endurance, and strategy. The diverse fleet includes everything from cutting-edge maxi yachts and multihulls to classic ocean racers, all vying for victory in this high-stakes offshore challenge.
Beyond the intense competition, the RORC Caribbean 600 offers breathtaking scenery and a unique racing experience unlike any other. Crews navigate through a mix of open ocean and island passages, where towering volcanic peaks, coral-fringed shores, and deep blue waters create a stunning backdrop. The race is as much about endurance as it is about speed, with sailors pushing their limits through non-stop racing that can last several days. The event has become a highlight of the international yachting calendar, drawing elite sailors from around the world while showcasing the Caribbean’s incredible sailing conditions. With its combination of technical difficulty, strategic racing, and natural beauty, the RORC Caribbean 600 remains one of the most prestigious and exciting offshore races in the sport.
All meals on board Sea Dragon during this trip are delicious and vegetarian, with the addition of fish if we catch any along the way.
This is not a trip for the infirm or physically unfit – you MUST be able to go up and down the companionway and move safely about the boat while in rough conditions, have good balance, and be in good health. Please contact us with any health questions or if you answer “YES” to any of the questions on our health questionnaire prior to signing up for the trip!
Ardent Training is offering a discount on the RYA Day Skipper Theory online course to anyone signed up for this trip. If you’re interested in taking the course, let us know when you sign up and we can give you the discount code!
KEY POINTS
- Distance: 600 nautical miles
- Cost: $9790
- Date: Feb 20 – Feb 28, 2026 (9 Days, 8 Nights)
- Start: Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua
- End: Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua
For more details on the trip, please explore the drop down menus at the bottom of the page.
Tentative Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua
Arrive at Sea Dragon between 1500-1700.
Day 2: Boat/safety briefings
We’ll spend the day going through boat/safety briefings, getting well orientated with Sea Dragon.
Days 3-7: Go Go Go!
As the starting gun fires off the coast of Antigua, a fleet of high-performance yachts surges forward, their sails taut in the strong trade winds, marking the thrilling beginning of the RORC Caribbean 600. We’ll be in amongst the big names, racing as best we can and soaking in the atmosphere of this prestigious event! We’ll be on a watch system for our non stop sailing from start to finish, so you’ll quickly find your rhythm in the 4 day race.
Day 8: Prize giving
A day of celebration as you’ve completed an incredible challenge. We’ll celebrate with our fellow competitors about our accomplishment of having completed the RORC Caribbean 600.
Day 9: Departure Sea Dragon
Plan to depart the boat by 0900.
The deposit is only $500. It’s non refundable if you back out, but if we cancel or modify the trip we are happy to return your money or apply it to a different voyage. Please review the Crew Contract for full details of this trip. The remaining balance is due 60 days before the trip begins.
If you have any questions or queries please get in contact via the “Contact Us” page below. You can also schedule a call with us too.
Contact Us
– 8 nights accommodation on Sea Dragon
– All meals (vegetarian), snacks, and drinks on board
– Sailing Instruction
– Safety equipment and foul weather gear
Contribution does not include:
– Transportation to or from Nelson’s Dockyard.
– Additional nights spent ashore
– Personal expenses while in port
It will be warm and the sun will be strong! Take a look at our Tropical packing list.
VC Bird International Airport is approx. 45min away from Nelson’s Dockyard and can be accessed via a taxi.
All Crew members are responsible for their own passports and any necessary visas. You must have at least 6 months remaining on your passport beyond our arrival in Antigua.
Please look into the specific type of visa you need for arriving at these destinations by sea, or contact us directly to discuss.
