It’s just you, 5000km of open ocean and a teeny tiny boat…

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What?

The Atlantic Dash is an ocean rowing regatta where everyone has the same goal: to successfully row across the Atlantic Ocean.

Where?

Up to 15 crews will depart together from Marina Rubicón in Lanzarote, the Canary Islands, rowing over 5,000 kilometers across the Atlantic Ocean to Jolly Harbour in Antigua, the Caribbean.

When?

This annual event will launch on January 23rd each year, with crews arriving back on dry land between 30 to 80 days later.*

* Date of departure is subject to change depending on the weather. Duration will vary and will be dependent on environmental conditions and number of crew.

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28.8°N | 13.8°W

The start: Marina Rubicón, Lanzarote

The Atlantic Dash begins in the beautiful volcanic island of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. Marina Rubicon is full of charm and atmosphere (plus there is the best ice cream on the island - perfect for pre-row carb loading!)

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17.0°N | 61.8°W

The finish: Jolly Harbour, Antigua

What better sight that the lush green hills, turquoise seas and golden sands to greet you as you approach Antigua. A feast for the eyeballs after a month or two of nothing but blue!

The residents of Jolly Harbour are looking forward to your arrival and your reception will be an experience you’ll never forget!

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An adventure like no other!

Not many people get to be in the middle of the Atlantic ocean, yet alone get there using only human power, in boats less than 10 meters long and 2 meters wide.

It is a life affirming, sometimes life changing and – for most – a once in a lifetime experience! It is not a race, but… we’ve heard the last one to Antigua buys the beer!

Highlights include: the enormity of the night sky filled with billions of stars, the inquisitive and playful dolphins coming to see you (and maybe a whale or shark, if you’re lucky), and of course seeing land for the first time in a couple of months!

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It’s all in the mind…

Whilst the physical challenge of rowing an ocean should not be underestimated, the real test is in your mind.

Living in a space smaller than a prison cell, in very close proximity to others; you will be sleep deprived, craving real food, staring out into nothing but blue and rowing for 12 hours a day. Sea sickness, salt sores, shitting in a bucket. Waves the size of houses, the intense heat of the sun, so much time to think…

The physical demands require mental strength.

You can’t get off. There is no hidden engine. There is no secret sail. There is no support boat.

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A woman in a blue shirt and red cap is rowing a boat from a view inside the boat's cockpit, with oars extended outward. She is smiling and looking to her left. The sky is cloudy.
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Some of the challenges of ocean rowing

Sharks

Dehydration

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Blisters

Sickness

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Storms

Hunger

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Exhaustion

Ships

Interested?

Whether you’re ready to row across the Atlantic in 2025, you’re thinking about 2026, or already planning for 2027 — give one of our team a no obligations call or send us an email for more information.

Why enter the Atlantic Dash?

1. Organised by ocean rowers

  • The Atlantic Dash team has 9 ocean crossings between them

  • Expert advice on training, preparation and sponsorship 

  • 1:1 support from event directors (almost) 24/7 throughout your campaign to help you get from ocean rowing novice to ocean rowing expert.

  • We encourage inclusivity and diversity having previously taken people with Parkinson’s Disease, PTSD and in 2025 a crew member is living with Cystic Fibrosis.

2. We put your safety first

  • 24/7 on call safety officers

  • Daily safety call via satellite phone

  • Daily weather routing updates by Simon Rowell

  • Pre-event safety checks

  • Search and rescue insurance

  • Pre-event seminars

  • ABSAR assistance on arrival in Antigua

  • Industry standard safety requirements

3. We care about your health & wellbeing

  • Pre and post row medical checks

  • 24/7 medical support during the event by TWG Medics

  • Assistance with medical sign off

  • Medical insurance

  • First aid training

4. We assist with logistics.

  • Assistance with sourcing a boat

  • Port clearance for both exit of Lanzarote and entry to Antigua 

  • Assistance with shipping to Lanzarote and from Antigua

5. We also offer…

  • Group liaison with families during the event

  • Going for a world record? Official Guinness World Record adjudication fees are covered

  • Exclusive discounts with partners and other companies

  • Christmas meal

  • Liaising with your media and PR team to help your team get the best knowledge possible

  • Live tracking with Yellowbrick

Meet the 2025 crews

Find out more

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“As absolute beginners to rowing the help we have received in getting a boat, preparing the boat and the actual Dash, have been second to none. We could not have done it without Billy and Alex's continuous support and we thank them dearly.”

Bob Barber, Cabbies Do Atlantic Row 2023

Interested?

Whether you’re ready to row across the Atlantic in 2025, you’re thinking about 2026, or already planning for 2027 — give one of our team a no obligations call or send us an email for more information.