<\/span><\/h3>\nA sailboat averaging six knots will take roughly seventeen days to make this trip. It's a trans-equatorial route, so you'll be passing through light air near the equator, which can be slow and may take some motoring. It's a little over 2,500 miles, taking between 10 and 20 days, depending on your speed.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How long does it take to cross the Pacific Ocean by sailboat?<\/span><\/h3>\nHow long does it take to cross the Pacific Ocean by Sailboat? Depending on the sailboat, the route that is taken, the wind, and the current it can take anywhere between 22 and 40 days.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Is it harder to cross the Pacific or Atlantic?<\/span><\/h3>\nThe distances of both crossings are in the +\/- 3000 nm range. The Pacific is about 10% longer in direct line. We had light tradewinds of 10 to 15knots during both crossings [at least for most of the trip]. Recently it look us 14 days to do 3365 nm during our Pacific crossing.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Is the south Pacific safe to sail?<\/span><\/h3>\nSailing the Pacific ocean near the U
and Canadian Pacific Northwest is safe during most months but ideal during the summer. The weather in this region is relatively temperate, and convective storms are relatively uncommon.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Is it easier to sail across the Atlantic or the Pacific?<\/span><\/h3>\nBoth oceans are unpredictable, but the Atlantic Ocean is more dangerous because of its exposure to coastal winds and rapid temperature changes.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Is the Pacific Ocean rough between California and Hawaii?<\/span><\/h3>\nAs a general statement, the seas between California and Hawaii are not terribly rough. However, in any given short period of time, just about anything can happen.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How big of a boat do I need to cross the Pacific?<\/span><\/h3>\nHow big of a boat to cross the Pacific? You need a boat that is at least 30 ft long to cross the Pacific, but it is much wiser to choose one that is at least 40 ft long. You need a boat this big because it needs to be seaworthy, have sufficient storage, and provide enough comfort for your journey.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Can you sail across the Pacific alone?<\/span><\/h3>\nYou can sail across the Pacific with a properly-sized sailboat (30 to 50 feet in length), an experienced helper or two, and a well-planned itinerary.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Can a yacht survive rough seas?<\/span><\/h3>\nYachts can survive rough seas so long as the waves are not faster than the boat itself. Some yachts are less well-designed to withstand rough seas, so it is important to know the factors that will affect this. However, most yachts will be able to manage through heavy storms and crashing waves.<\/p>\n