Sailing Tangier Morocco to Lanzarote
11 January 2026 · 1h 8m · 94 views · Tangier Marina, Tangier, Morocco
Catamaran sails full on open sea toward distant coast
What this video covers
Cruising from Tangier, Morocco, to Lanzarote in the Canary Islands requires navigating complex customs formalities and managing limited marina availability during the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) season. The crew of a sailing vessel opted to bypass planned stops in Rabat and Agadir to avoid repetitive check-in procedures, which include surrendering drones, providing detailed manifests of alcohol and electronics, and navigating multiple port offices.19:01 The 620-mile passage took five days, with the crew maintaining an average speed of 5.5 to 6 knots.58:48 Upon arrival in Lanzarote, the crew encountered full marinas due to the ARC fleet, forcing them to anchor temporarily before securing a slip at Marina Rubicon.55:36 The transit involves crossing the Conception Shoal, a high-traffic fishing area.47:38 When planning passages in this region, sailors should anticipate that Moroccan authorities require drones to be surrendered and that Canary Island marinas reach capacity months in advance due to the annual ARC event.6:09
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