We sailed 14 days to find paradise

Welcome to the incredible ocean crossing journey of The Cruising Kiwis, where adventure and natural wonders intertwine!

Best Blue Water Sailing Experience

No doubt, this passage has been their finest blue water sailing experience to date. What makes it even more extraordinary is the presence of abundant wildlife, particularly dolphins who often entertain them morning and night.

Turtle Rescue

The team comes across an unexpected challenge when they rescue two dying turtles trapped in ghostnet during the voyage. Their compassionate act showcases their resilience and determination even amidst life’s challenges.

Majestic Arrival

A remarkable achievement in itself is arriving in the breathtaking Maldives after an intense 14-day journey. They have covered a distance of 15,000 nautical miles while successfully navigating through various hurdles along the way.

Daily Life on Board

The journey was not just about crossing oceans; it was also about making every moment count. From Ivan’s haircut skills improving immensely to Rob’s dental drama, daily life on board reflects a tight-knit family adapting to every challenge that came their way.

Natural Beauty of The Maldives

Finally reaching the Maldives, The Cruising Kiwis were in awe of its natural beauty. Clear blue waters surrounded them while sandy roads led to small villages and fruit farms. It’s clear they’ve found paradise.

A Lasting Impression

After 14 days at sea, it’s easy to forget the challenges they faced. But looking back, it was their best Blue Water sailing experience. The journey was more than just crossing an ocean; it made them closer as a family and brought unforgettable memories.

Packing for Paradise

The adventure doesn’t end here. Packing for paradise requires essential supplies, including non-perishable food items, fresh produce from local farms, and essentials like engine parts for their dinghy. Remembering every detail of this incredible journey makes The Cruising Kiwis’ experience truly unique.

Lifestyle Lessons

This ocean crossing teaches us a valuable lesson. No matter where we are, whether on the vast seas or in the tranquility of small island communities like The Maldives, simple pleasures such as good food, shared laughter, and breathtaking natural beauty bind us all together.

A Final Note

The Cruising Kiwis remind us that every adventure has its ups and downs, but it’s the collective journey, the shared experiences, and moments of pure serenity like arriving in The Maldives that make each experience truly unforgettable.

We sailed 14 days to find paradise


It's the journey and not the destination. After 14 days sailing our floating home across the Indian Ocean, from Phuket to The Maldives, we have arrived in Ulligan, a little slice of paradise in the island nation of the of The Maldives. With the excitement of the adventures that lie ahead it's easy to forget what we have achieved on this blue water ocean crossing. It has been without shadow of a doubt our best offshore sailing experience to date. Now here it's time to relax and unwind and dive in to explore the bluest water we have seen.

Thank you for helping keep us afloat and supporting the creative process. You can be part of the crew for less than the price of a coffee. You can do so here:
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- PayPal using our email [email protected]

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Rob, Rachel, Finn, Declan, Ivan
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BACK STORY
In 1997, after rowing at the Atlanta Olympics, Rob rowed a tiny 7m (22 foot) plywood boat 2,500 miles from Tenerife (Canary Islands) to Barbados (Caribbean). It took six weeks for Rob and rowing partner, Phil Stubbs, to complete winning the inaugural Atlantic Rowing Race.

Skip forward to 2014 and, married with three children, Rob and his wife Rachel purchased Javelot, a 43 ft Fountaine Pajot catamaran. Armed only with Rob's 3 years of racing P class yachts from the age of 11 to 13, and Rachel's non existent sailing knowledge, We set off to learn the ropes of ocean sailing. We broke stuff, replaced stuff and got to know their boat before heading offshore with the kids, Finn (then 13), Declan (then 11) and Ivan (then 8), in tow. Through trial and error we have become confident wayfarers, kind of.
The plan? To sail around the world.
Part of the journey will be retracing Rob’s eldest brother Kerry’s travels at sea. Using Kerry’s original letters from the 1970’s we hope to retrace his movements from Australia through Indonesia and South East Asia to Cambodia where Kerry’s life was cut short after straying into Cambodian waters in 1978. Kerry and two friends were attacked by a Khmer Rouge gun boat, captured, tortured and executed. www.brothernumberone.co.nz
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