Atlantic sunset Hoisting the gennaker Motoring Before the trip

Around the world under sail

Follow Supernova’s voyage around the world – where she is right now, news from on board, and photographs from every ocean and every port along the way.

Where is Supernova now?

Current status (updated 7 Nov)

Las Palmas

Final preparations for the transatlantic trip which has been delayed due to bad weather

Departs for Cape Verde

Wed 11 Nov 2026

in 3 days

Who’s on board (leg 3)

  • Kevin
  • Hugh
  • Iain
  • Jamie

Latest position Sun 8 Nov, 06:00 · 28.126°N 15.425°W · 1,450 nautical miles sailed Open on YB ↗

Latest updates

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6 November 2026 · By Hugh

Day 2 of our now extended stay in Las Palmas

A day of fixing stuff – pumps, life jackets, throwing lines etc. Also airing the lockers which got a bit sweaty while the boat was all locked up. The “farewell” party is still happening tonight, and the skippers’…

Gran Canaria to Cape Verde

5 November 2026 · By Hugh

Safety check day

Today was a frantic session of checking all our safety gear, and then being inspected. We passed! But we did manage to set off one of the personal beacons, resulting in a call from the Canaries coastguard, and the UK…

Gran Canaria to Cape Verde