Jeanne Socrates Sailing the World Solo

The life of a solo sailor is full of variety – sailing the oceans, making landfall, exploring new places, and needing to deal with the major challenges and breakages that occur in order to reach a planned journey's end. Rigid thinking has no part in a sailor's life. Sailing the world nonstop and unassisted means with no help, no setting foot on land, and no use of an engine – under sail alone all …

Western Australia, Australia· Sep 2026

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Solo sailor Jeanne enjoys a Kimberley rock climb & hikeJeanne Socrates uses a fixed rope to navigate steep rock faces while hiking in the Kimberley region.Sep 11, 2026 · Western Australia, Australia

PublishedSep 11, 2026

Duration4:10

Views219

LocationWestern Australia, Australia

Approaching Port Hedland around dawn - so calm and peaceful!Jeanne Socrates approaches Port Hedland at 0700 in glassy, windless conditions.Aug 5, 2026 · Port Hedland, Australia

PublishedAug 5, 2026

Duration0:53

Views151

LocationPort Hedland, Australia

Solo to the remote Montebello Islands of W Australia Navigating the shallow, reef-filled channels of the Montebello Islands requires strict adherence to high-tide transit windows.Jul 17, 2026 · Western Australia, Australia

PublishedJul 17, 2026

Duration25:01

Views773

LocationWestern Australia, Australia

Solo passage to the Indian Ocean's 'Galapagos Islands'Solo sailor heaves to overnight to time a daylight approach to the reef-heavy Abrolhos Islands.Jun 10, 2026 · Australia

PublishedJun 10, 2026

Duration2:49

Views187

LocationAustralia

Big storm hits Fremantle - jetty under water - bow line gives wayA 50-knot westerly at Fremantle Sailing Club parts a bow line and floods the jetty at spring high tide.May 30, 2026 · Perth, Australia

PublishedMay 30, 2026

Duration1:35

Views5K

LocationPerth, Australia

Unfavourable winds delayed my solo passage N from Tasmania toward Melbourne Jeanne Socrates waits at Macquarie Harbour for a southerly wind window before heading north to Melbourne.Feb 20, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedFeb 20, 2026

Duration0:39

Views185

LocationTasmania, Australia

Solo through Hell's Gate in Macquarie Hbr and 18hrs N to anchor in Cuvier Bay, Hunter IslandHell's Gate exit demands hugging the western breakwater — straying off it immediately reaches shallows.Feb 6, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedFeb 6, 2026

Duration3:07

Views360

LocationTasmania, Australia

Another lovely forest walk on Tasmania's W coast - to the Hogarth Falls, StrahanJeanne Socrates walks the Hogarth Falls trail in Strahan while waiting to depart for Melbourne.Feb 6, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedFeb 6, 2026

Duration4:19

Views100

LocationTasmania, Australia

W. coast of Tasmania has some wonderful forest walks - this one along an overgrown railway trackThe 7km hike to East Pillinger follows an overgrown railway track and the Bird River in Tasmania.Feb 2, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedFeb 2, 2026

Duration8:06

Views215

LocationTasmania, Australia

Boat jobs in Paradise - oil change in beautiful SW Tasmania Changing oil on a Yanmar 4JH57 engine requires removing cockpit steps to access the low-mounted dipstick.Feb 1, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedFeb 1, 2026

Duration11:37

Views427

LocationTasmania, Australia

Solo from Port Davey to Macquarie Harbour & the Gordon RiverJeanne Socrates navigates Hell's Gate solo and anchors deep in the Gordon River.Jan 28, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedJan 28, 2026

Duration10:31

Views608

LocationTasmania, Australia

Jeanne sails solo around the south of Tasmania to the remote wilderness of Port Davey Solo passage around Tasmania's south coast flags a large unsurveyed zone near Port Davey's entrance.Jan 26, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedJan 26, 2026

Duration23:34

Views3K

LocationTasmania, Australia

A wonderful trip on Nereida - up the peaceful wild Gordon River in Tasmania to the Sir John FallsNereida navigates the Gordon River in Tasmania to reach the Sir John Falls and surrounding temperate rainforest.Jan 25, 2026 · Tasmania, Australia

PublishedJan 25, 2026

Duration10:14

Views410

LocationTasmania, Australia

Solo crossing of Bass Strait to Tasmania - 'storm after the calm' expected later!Solo Bass Strait crossing at 25–30 knots with lightning skirting the boat and storm prep underway.Dec 19, 2025 · Bass Strait

PublishedDec 19, 2025

Duration1:10

Views297

LocationBass Strait

Dolphins keep us company passing Bateman Bay Dolphins escort Jeanne Socrates's boat past Bateman Bay on a coastal passage.Dec 18, 2025 · Tasman Sea

PublishedDec 18, 2025

Duration1:28

Views418

LocationTasman Sea

Start of my solo sail from Sydney to HobartJeanne Socrates departs Sydney solo on Nereida, surfing 9 knots toward Hobart on 20–23 knots of wind.Dec 17, 2025 · Melbourne, Australia

PublishedDec 17, 2025

Duration0:36

Views751

LocationMelbourne, Australia

Sydney 2025 fireworks seen from Nereida at anchor in Athol BayNereida anchors in Athol Bay to observe the 2025 Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks display.Dec 31, 2024 · Sydney, Australia

PublishedDec 31, 2024

Duration9:35

Views702

LocationSydney, Australia

Sydney fireworks at 9pm 31Dec2024 - NYE from Nereida at anchorNereida anchors near the Sydney Harbour Bridge for the 2024 New Year's Eve fireworks display.Dec 31, 2024 · Sydney, Australia

PublishedDec 31, 2024

Duration7:44

Views777

LocationSydney, Australia

Solo down Australia's East coast with a helpful currentJeanne Socrates motors past Crofts Harbour toward Port Stephens, waiting for a forecast north wind.Dec 20, 2024 · New South Wales, Australia

PublishedDec 20, 2024

Duration1:11

Views382

LocationNew South Wales, Australia

Careful planning gives safe passage S of Fraser Island across Wide Bay BarA solo sailor crosses the Wide Bay Bar at high water slack after testing a Vulcan anchor.Dec 16, 2024 · Queensland, Australia

PublishedDec 16, 2024

Duration4:29

Views344

LocationQueensland, Australia

A trepidatious solo passage down the shallows off Fraser Island over near-zero charted depthJeanne Socrates times a 5-knot departure from Kingfisher Bay to cross Sheridan Flats' 0.2-metre charted depth at high water.Dec 16, 2024 · Queensland, Australia

PublishedDec 16, 2024

Duration1:59

Views179

LocationQueensland, Australia

Sailing solo down the E Australian coast - part 1Solo passage south from Fraser Island requires timed high-water crossings at Wide Bay Bar and Mululaba.Dec 16, 2024 · Western Australia, Australia

PublishedDec 16, 2024

Duration3:25

Views183

LocationWestern Australia, Australia

Final leg, from Fiji to Australia, of Jeanne's solo sail across the PacificJeanne Socrates uses OpenCPN satellite imagery to navigate the Chesterfield Reef pass solo.Nov 8, 2024 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedNov 8, 2024

Duration2:37

Views460

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

Solo sailor Jeanne on passage from Fiji to AustraliaNereida's solo passage from Fiji to Australia includes a night squall, second reef, and wing-on-wing genoa rig.Nov 4, 2024 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedNov 4, 2024

Duration1:52

Views903

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

A RAT onboard Nereida! Solo sailor Jeanne gains unwanted company!A Norwegian rat boards Nereida at Savusavu and defeats every trap Jeanne Socrates sets.Oct 15, 2024 · Dalomo, Fiji

PublishedOct 15, 2024

Duration2:40

Views441

LocationDalomo, Fiji

Traditional Fiji - drumming, singing ... & birdlifeTraditional Fijian drumming and singing performances highlight local cultural practices and regional birdlife.Aug 18, 2024 · Cakaudrove, Fiji

PublishedAug 18, 2024

Duration6:48

Views1K

LocationCakaudrove, Fiji

Hike through the rainforest to Maroroya Falls above Savusavu BayA 45-minute bus ride from Savusavu Bay leads to the rainforest trailhead for Maraarora Falls.Aug 16, 2024 · Batiri Village, Fiji

PublishedAug 16, 2024

Duration3:54

Views166

LocationBatiri Village, Fiji

Traditional Fijian MekeTraditional Fijian Meke dancers perform synchronized movements and rhythmic chanting in an outdoor cultural setting.Aug 13, 2024 · Savusavu, Fiji

PublishedAug 13, 2024

Duration3:12

Views288

LocationSavusavu, Fiji

Solo sail to Fiji completed - now to explore the lush, mountainous island of Vanua LevuA solo sailor completes customs clearance in Savu Savu before taking a bus to the town of Lambasa.Aug 12, 2024 · Savusavu, Fiji

PublishedAug 12, 2024

Duration7:36

Views248

LocationSavusavu, Fiji

A beautiful sunset as Jeanne finally sails gently away from Vava'uJeanne Socrates departs Vava'u for Savusavu, Fiji, after resolving a false 0.0 knot wind instrument reading.Aug 4, 2024 · Neiafu, Tonga

PublishedAug 4, 2024

Duration5:18

Views522

LocationNeiafu, Tonga

In strong wind, even well reefed down, Nereida wants to speed along at 6-7kt....Nereida maintains 6 to 7 knots in 16 knots of wind despite having two reefs in the mainsail.Aug 4, 2024 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedAug 4, 2024

Duration2:13

Views678

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

Jeanne sails solo from Tonga to Fiji in a mix of strong and light conditionsJeanne Socrates maintains a four-knot average speed to ensure a daylight arrival in Savusavu, Fiji.Aug 3, 2024 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedAug 3, 2024

Duration5:00

Views765

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

Anchor away as Jeanne starts sailing solo to Vava'uJeanne Socrates frees an anchor chain fouled on a coral bommie before departing Haʻapai solo for Vavaʻu.Jul 22, 2024 · Haʻapai, Tonga

PublishedJul 22, 2024

Duration0:39

Views205

LocationHaʻapai, Tonga

Single handing in Tonga with a couple of major problems on board & an imminent storm to add spiceA solo sailor reroutes to Vava'u for emergency repairs after engine gasket and prop shaft seal failures.Jul 22, 2024 · Haʻapai, Tonga

PublishedJul 22, 2024

Duration7:39

Views1K

LocationHaʻapai, Tonga

The Full Story - unwanted excitement for Jeanne as prop fails on way to AucklandJan 29, 2024

PublishedJan 29, 2024

Duration4:57

Views915

From solo sailing across the Pacific to milking cows on a NZ farm!Dec 7, 2023

PublishedDec 7, 2023

Duration10:21

Views497

81 year old Jeanne - sails solo and swims with whales in glorious, friendly TongaJeanne Socrates explores Vava'u, Tonga, participating in the Blue Water Festival and local traditional umu cooking demonstrations.Nov 17, 2023 · Taoa, Tonga

PublishedNov 17, 2023

Duration32:36

Views2K

LocationTaoa, Tonga

Cape Horn Hall of Fame acceptance speech 21st September 2023Oct 4, 2023

PublishedOct 4, 2023

Duration2:32

Views599

Jeanne’s solo sail from Aitutaki to Tonga ended with several days of rough seas and strong windsOct 2, 2023

PublishedOct 2, 2023

Duration35:27

Views9K

A mix of pleasure and work in rainy Aitutaki for solo sailor Jeanne, on sailing to the Cook IslandsSep 15, 2023

PublishedSep 15, 2023

Duration10:46

Views624

Crazy entry to Aitutaki in Cook Islands after challenging solo sail from Taha’aSep 11, 2023

PublishedSep 11, 2023

Duration44:23

Views2K

Sailing solo to Aitutaki - wind builds suddenly from nothing to over 25kt as darkness fallsSep 6, 2023

PublishedSep 6, 2023

Duration3:54

Views366

To Taha'a from Raiatea -great snorkelling, a whale sighting, lost boat hooks and anchoring problemSep 4, 2023

PublishedSep 4, 2023

Duration27:27

Views600

Wonderful dramatic historic Raiatea in French PolynesiaSep 3, 2023

PublishedSep 3, 2023

Duration16:53

Views249

Solo in French Polynesia - Jeanne sails from Huahine to beautiful RaiateaAug 29, 2023

PublishedAug 29, 2023

Duration13:30

Views704

Solo overnight sail from dramatic Moorea to the beautiful island of HuahineA solo sailor completes a 97-mile overnight passage from Moorea to Huahine in gusty, rolly conditions.Aug 23, 2023 · French Polynesia, France

PublishedAug 23, 2023

Duration24:19

Views422

LocationFrench Polynesia, France

Solo In French Polynesia from lovely Tahiti to dramatic MooreaAug 18, 2023

PublishedAug 18, 2023

Duration10:45

Views424

Jeanne in Tahiti -lovely places visited and ´boat jobs in Paradise' - as usual !Aug 17, 2023

PublishedAug 17, 2023

Duration11:40

Views167

Wonderful solo sail from the Tuamotus to Tahiti - come sail with Jeanne in French Polynesia !A solo sailor navigates from the Tuamotus to Marina Taina in Tahiti, completing a two-day passage.Aug 8, 2023 · Hitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

PublishedAug 8, 2023

Duration33:54

Views582

LocationHitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

Solo in French Polynesia - to lovely Toau from Fakarava and two VERY rough passes in the TuamotusNavigating tidal passes in the Tuamotus requires careful timing to avoid dangerous wind-against-tide conditions and breaking waves.Aug 4, 2023 · Fakarava, France

PublishedAug 4, 2023

Duration15:35

Views292

LocationFakarava, France

French Polynesia: Tahanea to Fakarava-but anchor chain needed freeing from three coral heads firstJul 31, 2023

PublishedJul 31, 2023

Duration22:06

Views290

Beautiful unspoiled Tahanea in the Tuamotus - dinghy problems, fish, terns and bommies!Jul 27, 2023

PublishedJul 27, 2023

Duration12:50

Views530

Jeanne sails solo SW to Tahanea, an atoll in the Tuamotus, from Ua Pou in the MarquesasJul 22, 2023

PublishedJul 22, 2023

Duration41:38

Views558

Amazing views of the spires and coast of Ua Pou as Jeanne sets sail solo for the TuamotusJeanne Socrates departs Ua Pou for the Tuamotus after a coastal transit past volcanic spires and caves.Jul 13, 2023 · South Pacific Ocean

PublishedJul 13, 2023

Duration17:27

Views305

LocationSouth Pacific Ocean

Near disaster averted in Hakahau harbour - cruisers to the rescueFellow cruisers from Unbelievable and O'Nero assist in clearing a fouled anchor chain in Haka Hau Harbour.Jul 11, 2023 · Ua Pou, France

PublishedJul 11, 2023

Duration6:50

Views624

LocationUa Pou, France

Sailing in the Marquesas from Nuku Hiva to Ua PouJul 9, 2023

PublishedJul 9, 2023

Duration16:07

Views947

Attempted dinghy repair during rainy season on dramatic Nuku HivaJul 1, 2023

PublishedJul 1, 2023

Duration11:32

Views179

Meet a herd of wild goats on Nuku Hiva beside Nereida at anchorWild goats congregate near the shoreline of the Baccaungu anchorage on the island of Nuku Hiva.Jun 26, 2023 · Nuku Hiva, France

PublishedJun 26, 2023

Duration6:34

Views190

LocationNuku Hiva, France

Jeanne sails around to Hakatea Bay on Nuku Hiva , MarquesasJun 23, 2023

PublishedJun 23, 2023

Duration11:03

Views261

In search of a water container on rainy Taiohae!Jun 18, 2023

PublishedJun 18, 2023

Duration5:03

Views175

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