The second annual Seychelles Challenge will return to paradise between 5 and 11 July 2026, with limited spots still available.
Whether you’re a pro racing team wanting to take on a 7-day challenge, or an adventure-loving family seeking a bonding experience on a chartered catamaran with an experienced captain at the helm, the event is open to all ocean lovers wanting to navigate the stunning archipelago of the Indian Ocean.
Entries are officially open, and Sunsail, the event’s official charter partner, is offering members of South African yacht clubs a 15% discount on all charter bookings for the 2026 Seychelles Challenge.
Entry Categories
The Seychelles Challenge maintains its flexible entry format, catering to two distinct types of participants:
- Experienced Sailors: Bring your own racing yacht or charter a Sunsail catamaran to compete head-to-head against the fleet.
- Adventure Tourists: Experience the challenge aboard a fully serviced Sunsail catamaran, complete with a professional skipper and a private chef. This option allows participants to focus entirely on the spectacular destination and daily social events, while being a part of the challenge itself.
Event Highlights
The 7-day, 6-night programme will feature daily race legs, and will navigate between the iconic Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue islands. Unlike traditional regattas confined to a single marina, the Seychelles Challenge takes participants to a new anchorage each evening.
- Programme: A thrilling mix of a competitive daily race and island exploration.
- Destination: Sail through calm, azure waters in a cyclone-free zone, surrounded by dramatic granite peaks and vibrant coral reefs.
- Socials: Daily prize-giving ceremonies and social gatherings on different islands, culminating in a spectacular Grand Closing Ceremony.
Enter Today!
- Submit your entry via www.seychelleschallenge.com
- Entrants who have indicated an interest in chartering a multihull yacht (either bareboat or fully serviced) will finalise their charter booking with Sunsail.
