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Seamester: Transatlantic, South Africa to Caribbean 90 Days
This voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sail aboard S/Y Argo, our 112-foot schooner, from Cape Town, South Africa to Antigua in the Caribbean via St. Helena, Brazil, and Devil's Island. The voyage offers a full complement of academics that can be tailored to the specific needs of each student. Additionally, this voyage will prove to be an exciting travel adventure that emphasizes blue-...
This voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sail aboard S/Y Argo, our 112-foot schooner, from Cape Town, South Africa to Antigua in the Caribbean via St. Helena, Brazil, and Devil's Island. The voyage offers a full complement of academics that can be tailored to the specific needs of each student. Additionally, this voyage will prove to be an exciting travel adventure that emphasizes blue-water sailing skills development, SCUBA diving training, and cultural exploration. Sail training certifications for this voyage are issued through International Yacht Training, as IYT offers the only global standard in professional yachting certifications. Once underway, there are no passengers on this voyage! With over 6000 miles to cover in a relatively short time, much of the program will be s...
Program Highlights
Travel to amazing destinations: South Africa, St. Helena, Brazil, Ille de Salut, Fernando de Noronhas, Fortalez, Barbados, Bequia, Martinique, Dominica, Les Saints, Guadeloupe, and Antigua.
Earn twelve academic credits from the University of South Florida for the Nautical Science, Marine Biology, Oceanography, and Leadership classes taught aboard.
Achieve the International Crew, Navigation Master, and even Master of Yachts 200 Ton Theory sailing certifications from IYT (International Yacht Training).
Learn to scuba dive and earn the PADI Open Water certification or further your experience by completing the PADI Advanced Open Water, Rescue, or Divemaster courses.
Fine-tune your leadership skills as you become an integral part of the crew, sailing over 6000 nautical miles and being responsible for every aspect of life aboard a sailing vessel.
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- Brazil
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Multiple Countries
- Antigua & Barbuda
- Barbados
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- Spring
- Eco Tours
- Sailing
- Scuba
- Communications
- Environmental Studies
- Leadership See more
- All Nationalities
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Loved it so much
June 12, 2026by: Nashota Uhlmann - CanadaProgram: Seamester: Transatlantic, South Africa to Caribbean 90 Days
I loved learning to sail on Vela, exploring every new place we sailed to like devils island with no inhabitants was pretty cool too. Meeting some of my new favourite people in the form of my crew was pretty sweet too. I’m going to miss it<3
Truthfully a one of a kind experience!
June 09, 2026by: Vittoria de Sanctis - SwitzerlandProgram: Seamester: Transatlantic, South Africa to Caribbean 90 Days
I went into Seamester feeling excited, nervous and worried that my expectations were unrealistically high! I can not stress enough that I was so wrong, Seamester blew my mind, it was more incredible than I could ever have began to imagine. I can not recommend this program enough, you will experience once in a lifetime things and see incredible places. More than that you will learn, learn about the world the ocean and most importantly yourself. You will be challenged in the best way possible and truthfully flourish. I owe this program so much and would do it again in a heartbeat. Go in with a smile and an open mind and it will not disappoint.
An Unforgettable and Life Changing Adventure!
May 14, 2024by: Maddie Hurley - United StatesProgram: Seamester: Transatlantic, South Africa to Caribbean 90 Days
If you’re a student thinking of doing Seamester, I cannot tell you enough…DO IT! Going on this voyage has absolutely changed my life. Not only did I get to cross an ocean, see the world, scuba dive, and meet the most incredible people, but I also left the boat a more confident, competent, and better version of myself. The academics are rigorous but reasonable, and I loved learning about the ocean in the most hands-on possible environment. I cannot recommend Seamester enough and will never forget each special memory from my time aboard Vela!
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Locations
- Brazil
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Multiple Countries
- Antigua & Barbuda
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Eco Tours
- Sailing
- Scuba
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Spring
- After College
- Post High School
Age Requirement
18-25
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
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This voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sail aboard S/Y Argo, our 112-foot schooner, from Cape Town, South Africa to Antigua in the Caribbean via St. Helena, Brazil, and Devil's Island. The voyage offers a full complement of academics that can be tailored to the specific needs of each student. Additionally, this voyage will prove to be an exciting travel adventure that emphasizes blue-water sailing skills development, SCUBA diving training, and cultural exploration. Sail training certifications for this voyage are issued through International Yacht Training, as IYT offers the only global standard in professional yachting certifications. Once underway, there are no passengers on this voyage! With over 6000 miles to cover in a relatively short time, much of the program will be s...
Seamester Study Abroad at Sea
Seamester Study Abroad at Sea
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This voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sail aboard S/Y Argo, our 112-foot schooner, from Cape Town, South Africa to Antigua in the Caribbean via St. Helena, Brazil, and Devil's Island. The voyage offers a full complement of academics that can be tailored to the specific needs of each student. Additionally, this voyage will prove to be an exciting travel adventure that emphasizes blue-water sailing skills development, SCUBA diving training, and cultural exploration. Sail training certifications for this voyage are issued through International Yacht Training, as IYT offers the only global standard in professional yachting certifications. Once underway, there are no passengers on this voyage! With over 6000 miles to cover in a relatively short time, much of the program will be s...
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