Preparing to sail through the Panama Canal
For any sailor who dreams of sailing around the world, the Panama Canal is a special moment: the instant when the Atlantic gives way to the Pacific. It’s also a stage of the journey that raises many questions. When should you go through? How do you reserve a time slot? What formalities should you expect? What budget should you plan for?
The program
To answer these questions, we’ve gathered three complementary perspectives.
Victor Taburiaux, event manager for the World Odyssey rally, has already led six crossings of the canal. He knows every stage of the route.
Roy Bravo, an agent based in Panama and a transit specialist, understands the administrative procedures and the inner workings of the canal better than anyone.
Holly and Stéphane, owners of the Outremer 52 Awen, have been sailing for several years. They crossed the canal a few months ago and are now living their dream in the Pacific. They’ll share their experience, unfiltered.
If Panama is on your itinerary, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Mark your calendar now and come ask your questions live!
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‘From the Mediterranean to the Canary Islands, from Cape Verde to the Caribbean, from the Bahamas to the Azores: you’re right to dream; sailing between these destinations will leave you with unforgettable memories. Your offshore cruise begins the moment you start talking about it with your friends and family. Let’s start that conversation together and turn this dream into reality!’
Camille Allard, Head of Sailing Experience at Outremer
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