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· 09/2026

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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.11/09/2026 · Western Australia, Australia

Publicado11/09/2026

Duração4:10

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LocalizaçãoWestern Australia, Australia

Approaching Port Hedland around dawn - so calm and peaceful!Jeanne Socrates approaches Port Hedland at 0700 in glassy, windless conditions.5/08/2026 · Port Hedland, Australia

Publicado5/08/2026

Duração0:53

Visualizações157

LocalizaçãoPort 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.17/07/2026 · Western Australia, Australia

Publicado17/07/2026

Duração25:01

Visualizações801

LocalizaçãoWestern 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.10/06/2026 · Australia

Publicado10/06/2026

Duração2:49

Visualizações192

LocalizaçãoAustralia

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.30/05/2026 · Perth, Australia

Publicado30/05/2026

Duração1:35

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LocalizaçãoPerth, 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.20/02/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado20/02/2026

Duração0:39

Visualizações187

LocalizaçãoTasmania, 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.6/02/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado6/02/2026

Duração3:07

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LocalizaçãoTasmania, 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.6/02/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado6/02/2026

Duração4:19

Visualizações101

LocalizaçãoTasmania, 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.2/02/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado2/02/2026

Duração8:06

Visualizações218

LocalizaçãoTasmania, 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.1/02/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado1/02/2026

Duração11:37

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LocalizaçãoTasmania, Australia

Solo from Port Davey to Macquarie Harbour & the Gordon RiverJeanne Socrates navigates Hell's Gate solo and anchors deep in the Gordon River.28/01/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado28/01/2026

Duração10:31

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LocalizaçãoTasmania, 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.26/01/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado26/01/2026

Duração23:34

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LocalizaçãoTasmania, 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.25/01/2026 · Tasmania, Australia

Publicado25/01/2026

Duração10:14

Visualizações416

LocalizaçãoTasmania, 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.19/12/2025 · Bass Strait

Publicado19/12/2025

Duração1:10

Visualizações299

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Dolphins keep us company passing Bateman Bay Dolphins escort Jeanne Socrates's boat past Bateman Bay on a coastal passage.18/12/2025 · Tasman Sea

Publicado18/12/2025

Duração1:28

Visualizações419

LocalizaçãoTasman 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.17/12/2025 · Melbourne, Australia

Publicado17/12/2025

Duração0:36

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LocalizaçãoMelbourne, 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.31/12/2024 · Sydney, Australia

Publicado31/12/2024

Duração9:35

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LocalizaçãoSydney, 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.31/12/2024 · Sydney, Australia

Publicado31/12/2024

Duração7:44

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LocalizaçãoSydney, 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.20/12/2024 · New South Wales, Australia

Publicado20/12/2024

Duração1:11

Visualizações382

LocalizaçãoNew 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.16/12/2024 · Queensland, Australia

Publicado16/12/2024

Duração4:29

Visualizações344

LocalizaçãoQueensland, 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.16/12/2024 · Queensland, Australia

Publicado16/12/2024

Duração1:59

Visualizações179

LocalizaçãoQueensland, 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.16/12/2024 · Western Australia, Australia

Publicado16/12/2024

Duração3:25

Visualizações183

LocalizaçãoWestern 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.8/11/2024 · South Pacific Ocean

Publicado8/11/2024

Duração2:37

Visualizações460

LocalizaçãoSouth 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.4/11/2024 · South Pacific Ocean

Publicado4/11/2024

Duração1:52

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A RAT onboard Nereida! Solo sailor Jeanne gains unwanted company!A Norwegian rat boards Nereida at Savusavu and defeats every trap Jeanne Socrates sets.15/10/2024 · Dalomo, Fiji

Publicado15/10/2024

Duração2:40

Visualizações441

LocalizaçãoDalomo, Fiji

Traditional Fiji - drumming, singing ... & birdlifeTraditional Fijian drumming and singing performances highlight local cultural practices and regional birdlife.18/08/2024 · Cakaudrove, Fiji

Publicado18/08/2024

Duração6:48

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LocalizaçãoCakaudrove, 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.16/08/2024 · Batiri Village, Fiji

Publicado16/08/2024

Duração3:54

Visualizações168

LocalizaçãoBatiri Village, Fiji

Traditional Fijian MekeTraditional Fijian Meke dancers perform synchronized movements and rhythmic chanting in an outdoor cultural setting.13/08/2024 · Savusavu, Fiji

Publicado13/08/2024

Duração3:12

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LocalizaçãoSavusavu, 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.12/08/2024 · Savusavu, Fiji

Publicado12/08/2024

Duração7:36

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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.4/08/2024 · Neiafu, Tonga

Publicado4/08/2024

Duração5:18

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LocalizaçãoNeiafu, 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.4/08/2024 · South Pacific Ocean

Publicado4/08/2024

Duração2:13

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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.3/08/2024 · South Pacific Ocean

Publicado3/08/2024

Duração5:00

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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.22/07/2024 · Haʻapai, Tonga

Publicado22/07/2024

Duração0:39

Visualizações205

LocalizaçãoHaʻapai, 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.22/07/2024 · Haʻapai, Tonga

Publicado22/07/2024

Duração7:39

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The Full Story - unwanted excitement for Jeanne as prop fails on way to AucklandJeanne Socrates clears a fouled folding propeller by heaving-to and reversing the engine in Hauraki Gulf.29/01/2024 · Aotea Great Barrier, New Zealand

Publicado29/01/2024

Duração4:57

Visualizações915

LocalizaçãoAotea Great Barrier, New Zealand

From solo sailing across the Pacific to milking cows on a NZ farm!Jeanne Socrates anchors Narayda at Fangaruru and joins farmer Mike Bennett for dairy milking and a Russell Yacht Club race.7/12/2023 · Whangārei District, New Zealand

Publicado7/12/2023

Duração10:21

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LocalizaçãoWhangārei District, New Zealand

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.17/11/2023 · Taoa, Tonga

Publicado17/11/2023

Duração32:36

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LocalizaçãoTaoa, Tonga

Cape Horn Hall of Fame acceptance speech 21st September 2023Jeanne Socrates accepts her Cape Horn Hall of Fame induction from Naraida in Taha'a, mid-Pacific crossing.4/10/2023 · Les Sables-d'Olonne, France

Publicado4/10/2023

Duração2:32

Visualizações599

LocalizaçãoLes Sables-d'Olonne, France

Jeanne’s solo sail from Aitutaki to Tonga ended with several days of rough seas and strong windsA solo sailor bypasses Beveridge Reef for Tonga after autopilot failure and heavy seas necessitate manual steering.2/10/2023 · Neiafu, Tonga

Publicado2/10/2023

Duração35:27

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LocalizaçãoNeiafu, Tonga

A mix of pleasure and work in rainy Aitutaki for solo sailor Jeanne, on sailing to the Cook IslandsJeanne Socrates repairs a loose alternator bracket and reefing lines on *Nereida* before departing Aitutaki for Tonga.15/09/2023 · Araura, Cook Islands

Publicado15/09/2023

Duração10:46

Visualizações630

LocalizaçãoAraura, Cook Islands

Crazy entry to Aitutaki in Cook Islands after challenging solo sail from Taha’aJeanne Socrates navigates a solo passage from Taha’a to Aitutaki, managing alternator repairs and heavy ocean swells.11/09/2023 · Vaipeka, Cook Islands

Publicado11/09/2023

Duração44:23

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Sailing solo to Aitutaki - wind builds suddenly from nothing to over 25kt as darkness fallsJeanne Socrates manages a sudden 25-knot wind increase by reefing the mainsail while sailing toward Aitutaki.6/09/2023 · South Pacific Ocean

Publicado6/09/2023

Duração3:54

Visualizações366

LocalizaçãoSouth Pacific Ocean

To Taha'a from Raiatea -great snorkelling, a whale sighting, lost boat hooks and anchoring problemJeanne Socrates repairs a windlass electrical fault in Raiatea before departing French Polynesia for Tonga.4/09/2023 · Taha’a, France

Publicado4/09/2023

Duração27:27

Visualizações600

LocalizaçãoTaha’a, France

Wonderful dramatic historic Raiatea in French PolynesiaJeanne Socrates explores the historic Tapu Tapu Atea site and mountainous terrain on the island of Raiatea.3/09/2023 · Tumaraa, France

Publicado3/09/2023

Duração16:53

Visualizações249

LocalizaçãoTumaraa, France

Solo in French Polynesia - Jeanne sails from Huahine to beautiful RaiateaA solo sailor navigates the deep, well-marked passes between Huahine and Raiatea while motor-sailing in light winds.29/08/2023 · Tumaraa, France

Publicado29/08/2023

Duração13:30

Visualizações704

LocalizaçãoTumaraa, France

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.23/08/2023 · French Polynesia, France

Publicado23/08/2023

Duração24:19

Visualizações423

LocalizaçãoFrench Polynesia, France

Solo In French Polynesia from lovely Tahiti to dramatic MooreaJeanne Socrates anchors in Opunohu Bay, Moorea, before planning a 97-mile passage to Huahine.18/08/2023 · Moorea-Maiao, France

Publicado18/08/2023

Duração10:45

Visualizações424

LocalizaçãoMoorea-Maiao, France

Jeanne in Tahiti -lovely places visited and ´boat jobs in Paradise' - as usual !Jeanne Socrates repairs a Raymarine GPS connection and replaces a fried isolating transformer in Marina Taina, Tahiti.17/08/2023 · Hitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

Publicado17/08/2023

Duração11:40

Visualizações167

LocalizaçãoHitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

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.8/08/2023 · Hitiaʻa ʻo te Rā, France

Publicado8/08/2023

Duração33:54

Visualizações583

LocalizaçãoHitiaʻa 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.4/08/2023 · Fakarava, France

Publicado4/08/2023

Duração15:35

Visualizações295

LocalizaçãoFakarava, France

French Polynesia: Tahanea to Fakarava-but anchor chain needed freeing from three coral heads firstJeanne Socrates clears three coral bommies at Tahanea before completing an overnight passage to Fakarava, French Polynesia.31/07/2023 · Fakarava, France

Publicado31/07/2023

Duração22:06

Visualizações292

LocalizaçãoFakarava, France

Beautiful unspoiled Tahanea in the Tuamotus - dinghy problems, fish, terns and bommies!Jeanne Socrates monitors anchor holding and wind shifts while awaiting favorable conditions to transit to Fakarava.27/07/2023 · Anaa, France

Publicado27/07/2023

Duração12:50

Visualizações531

LocalizaçãoAnaa, France

Jeanne sails solo SW to Tahanea, an atoll in the Tuamotus, from Ua Pou in the MarquesasJeanne Socrates navigates *Naraida* from the Marquesas to Tahanea despite jammed reef lines and water pump failure.22/07/2023 · Anaa, France

Publicado22/07/2023

Duração41:38

Visualizações558

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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.13/07/2023 · South Pacific Ocean

Publicado13/07/2023

Duração17:27

Visualizações305

LocalizaçãoSouth 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.11/07/2023 · Ua Pou, France

Publicado11/07/2023

Duração6:50

Visualizações624

LocalizaçãoUa Pou, France

Sailing in the Marquesas from Nuku Hiva to Ua PouA 12-kilogram grapnel stern anchor secures a vessel in the confined, swell-exposed Hakahau harbor on Ua Pou.9/07/2023 · Ua Pou, France

Publicado9/07/2023

Duração16:07

Visualizações947

LocalizaçãoUa Pou, France

Attempted dinghy repair during rainy season on dramatic Nuku HivaJeanne Socrates repairs PVC dinghy D-rings in Nuku Hiva despite persistent tropical rain and high humidity delays.1/07/2023 · Nuku Hiva, France

Publicado1/07/2023

Duração11:32

Visualizações179

LocalizaçãoNuku Hiva, France

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.26/06/2023 · Nuku Hiva, France

Publicado26/06/2023

Duração6:34

Visualizações190

LocalizaçãoNuku Hiva, France

Jeanne sails around to Hakatea Bay on Nuku Hiva , MarquesasJeanne Socrates troubleshoots an autopilot failure while sailing from Taiohae Bay to Haka'ui Bay, Nuku Hiva.23/06/2023 · Nuku Hiva, France

Publicado23/06/2023

Duração11:03

Visualizações261

LocalizaçãoNuku Hiva, France

In search of a water container on rainy Taiohae!Jeanne Socrates secures a 15-litre water container at a general hardware store in Taiohae.18/06/2023 · Nuku Hiva, France

Publicado18/06/2023

Duração5:03

Visualizações175

LocalizaçãoNuku Hiva, France

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