Pittwater to coffs harbour Race / 240nm / 8 - 14 Apr 2025
6 days / cat 2 yacht race / EVENT #2581 / Awen: crew positions available
The 2025 Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race continues its legacy as one of Australia’s premier offshore sailing events. This iconic 240-nautical-mile race offers a thrilling challenge for sailors, blending adrenaline-pumping competition with the natural beauty of the New South Wales coastline.
Kicking off from picturesque Pittwater, the race takes competitors on a northward journey filled with breathtaking views and demanding conditions. Crews will navigate the dynamic forces of the Tasman Sea, tackling unpredictable weather, shifting currents, and strategic tactical choices, all while riding the offshore breezes that make this race unforgettable.
This highly anticipated event tests every aspect of seamanship, from precise sail-handling and strategic navigation to seamless teamwork under pressure. With a competitive fleet vying for glory, the 2025 Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race promises to be a showcase of skill, endurance, and maritime spirit.
Event registration
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Current price release: Final Release
Pre-release - SOLD OUT
Early bird - sold out
SHARED CABIN: Final Release $5,250 pp
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
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itinerary
You can fly directly into Sydney Airport on the 23rd of July to arrive at the yacht at the CYCA in Rushcutters Bay by 4pm. Our crew will gather for a welcome dinner and then start a 2 day vessel training and safety familiarisation program the following day. The race starts on Sydney Harbour on the 26th of July with a 2 - 3 day race up the coast expected. You are welcome to stay onboard for the 3 nights before departure, but the vessel is a race yacht, with minimal home comforts, so staying in accommodation nearby is recommended.
When we arrive in Southport, we’ll head to the Southport Yacht Club for post race celebrations and the prize giving presentation. You should plan to depart Gold Coast or Brisbane Airports late on the 29th or on the 30th of July, although departure earlier is possible depending on wind direction and race time.
Arrive at Sydney Airport 23/7/25
Arrive at the vessel at CYCA by 4pm on 23/7/25
Crew training and safety familiarisation 24-25/7/25
Race 26/7/25 - 29/7/25
Depart Brisbane or Gold Coast Airport 30/7/25 onwards
HERE’S WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE ONBOARD
Sailing: Hoisting, trimming and reefing both upwind (main, genoas, and jibs) and downwind sails (poled out headsails, spinnakers, gennakers and code 0’s (subject to weather).
Watch duties: Acting as watch captain (day and night), helming, navigating, checking weather and monitoring AIS and radar and for both traffic and rain squalls.
Weather: Downloading and analysing the latest weather forecasts and calculating best route to destination.
Navigation: Navigating, hazard identification, entering waypoints and calculating updated ETA’s.
Leadership: Watch roster planning, matching responsibility to experience, crew management and communication.
Safety: Familiarisation of all safety procedures, sail planning, storm preparation planning and abandon ship procedures.
Training: Use of PDF’s (Personal Flotation Devices), PLB’s (Personal Locator Beacons), safety tethers, dan buoy’s, storm drogue, liferaft and any other equipment required to ensure you remain safe in all conditions.
Personal wellbeing: Advice on how to take responsibility for managing clothing, hydration, sleep and nutrition to maintain your health and well being aboard.
Passage planning: Planning our arrival and route to safe harbour including timing with daylight (if required), weather factors, navigational hazards, communications / customs and sail/motor arrival plan.
Click the links above to review examples from previous sailing events across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands.
Inclusions
Your crew package includes; all meals onboard, crew meals in Sydney and in Southport on day of arrival, accommodation onboard, your Ocean Sailing Expeditions crew shirt, an Ocean Sailing Expeditions crew jacket, marina fees, race entry fees, the use of a PFD (personal floatation device), PLB (personal locator beacon), and a safety tether. Your bedding, a pillow and towel are also included along with suncream.
A 2-day pre-race, training program including meals onboard, valued at $995 is also included.
Exclusions
Your crew package excludes; accommodation ashore, flights and transport to and from departure and arrival ports, alcohol, toiletries, clothing and wet weather gear.
You will need to complete a 2-day Sea Safety and Survival Training Course or equivalent at least 1 month prior.
Its always recommended that you book flights with date flexibility incase of unforeseen changes due to weather or schedules. Accommodation options if you want to stay ashore either side of trip: AirBNB, Booking.com, Wotif & HomeAway.
