Sailing Schedules

Current offerings

Lankawi to Sri Lanka February 2-14, 2026

Non-stop offshore passage from Lankawi to Sri Lanka. This voyage focuses on ocean sailing, watch schedules and daily boat operations. Crew will take part in navigation, sail handling and general passage-making duties. Ideal for those seeking solid offshore sailing experience.

Specifics of the route here.

Off-shore passage in the second half of 2026 TBA.

Greece May/June, 2026

Watch this space

Offshore & Coastal Sailing

Small group sailing trips designed to reconnect you with nature’s wild beauty.

Who is this for?

Offshore and coastal sailing alike offer rare gifts: time, space and perspective. Days unfold without distraction. Nights are illuminated by stars untouched by human light. The ocean becomes both teacher and mirror, inviting reflection, clarity - and quiet transformation.

This is perfect for those of us at a crossroads in life: approaching major transitions, decisions, beginnings and endings. Be that career, marriage, retirement, parenting and myriad other life stages and challenges. We know by experience that when it comes to our most critical life choices, Nature is a peerless guide.

Shorter Passages (2-10 days)

Some words on what the day-to-day will entail.

Open Ocean (Offshore) Passages

Open ocean sailing can be exhilarating, challenging and deeply rewarding, but it requires curiosity, resilience and a willingness to engage fully with the experience.

These passages are well-suited for aspiring sailors who want real offshore experience before embarking on their own voyages, as well as for couples, friends, families and solo travelers seeking meaningful adventure. No prior ocean-crossing experience is required, but participants should be prepared for physical effort, teamwork and extended time at sea.

Beyond seamanship, long passages provide an opportunity for something increasingly rare: reflection. Many guests come during periods of transition - career changes, life milestones or personal crossroads. The rhythm of passage-making offers a powerful setting for clarity and perspective, and the ocean in her many moods can be an amazing source of inspiration and guidance.

Wild Journeys

Aboard Blackfin, we sail not just across oceans, but forward in our own stories - guided by wind, weather - and the enduring wisdom of the sea. Read more about Blackfin and Captain Ben Reader here.

Sailing with Ben on the Blackfin was the adventure of a lifeftime. Incredible food, wild moments on the water - and a deep sense of trust the whole way through. Ben is an extremely knowledgeable captain, but also one of the most patient, grounded people you'd want to be at sea with.

Evan Rilling, surfer and chef

★★★★★

Get in touch

Ready to set sail? Come sail your story forward aboard Blackfin!

WhatsApp:

+1 (316) 297-5770

Email:

sailblackfin@gmail.com