Expedition Costs

Rowing 3,000 miles unsupported across the Atlantic is an extraordinary undertaking that carries extraordinary costs. Our estimated budget for a two-person crew is USD $180,000 – $200,000, covering everything from the race entry fee and boat, to safety gear, shipping, and contingency funds. A transparent cost breakdown is shown below so every sponsor and supporter knows exactly where funds go.

Budget Item	Estimated Cost (USD)
Race Entry Fee	$25,000
Ocean Rowing Boat (new, fully equipped)	$70,000
Safety & Navigation Equipment	$40,000
Shipping & Logistics (UK ↔ La Gomera ↔ Antigua)	$20,000
Food & Provisions (2 × 70 days @ 6,000 kcal)	$10,000
Training Courses & Qualifications	$5,000
Insurance & Contingency Reserve	$10,000
Total Expedition Budget	$180,000

Sponsorship Tiers