From Chagos to Seychelles – 1,000 Nautical Miles at Sea | S5 E10
After our visit to remote Chagos, it was time to set sail once again.
In this episode, we make the 1,000 nautical mile passage from Chagos to our first African country — Seychelles. With a band of storms sweeping across the Indian Ocean, we chose a lighter wind route just north of the system. The result? A comfortable… but slow seven days at sea.
Offshore life quickly settles into rhythm — sail changes, night watches under a full moon, and even a rather messy stowaway who decided our mast was the perfect perch.
With no shops in Chagos and having left the Maldives weeks earlier, we were stretching provisions into week four. Fresh food was running low — until the ocean delivered.
As we crossed the shallow banks approaching Seychelles, the hand reels came alive. Different species, one after another, lifting morale and reminding us why we love this life.
After seven days offshore, land finally rose on the horizon.
Welcome to Seychelles.
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After our visit to remote Chagos, it was time to set sail once again.
In this episode, we make the 1,000 nautical mile passage from Chagos to our first African country — Seychelles. With a band of storms sweeping across the Indian Ocean, we chose a lighter wind route just north of the system. The result? A comfortable… but slow seven days at sea.
Offshore life quickly settles into rhythm — sail changes, night watches under a full moon, and even a rather messy stowaway who decided our mast was the perfect perch.
With no shops in Chagos and having left the Maldives weeks earlier, we were stretching provisions into week four. Fresh food was running low — until the ocean delivered.
As we crossed the shallow banks approaching Seychelles, the hand reels came alive. Different species, one after another, lifting morale and reminding us why we love this life.
After seven days offshore, land finally rose on the horizon.
Welcome to Seychelles.
⛵
If you enjoy following our family’s journey around the world by sailboat, consider subscribing and sailing along with us.
For early access to every episode and behind-the-scenes updates, join us on Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/sailingwithsix
🌊 Join Our Sailing Family Adventure!
We’re the Fothergills – a family of six living full-time aboard our catamaran, Happy Days. From tropical islands to remote anchorages, we’re documenting our journey around the world to inspire and encourage others to pursue their own adventure.
🧭 Want to Support the Journey?
Join us on Patreon for early video access, uncut updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and exclusive Zoom meetups with the crew:
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Check out our official store for tees, stickers, and gear that supports our voyage:
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Be the first to hear about new videos, digital products, and sailing resources:
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#SailingWithSix #FamilySailing #LiveaboardLife #SailingFamily #TravelWithKids
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