Latest ETA’s for arrival into Port Antonio, Jamaica
Back to archiveThe Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will arrive in Port Antonio’s Errol Flynn Marina in Jamaica from tomorrow afternoon, Saturday 17 May, as Race 12: The Spirit of Jamaica Chase enters the final 200 miles of its tightly fought dash.
The Race 12 finish line is the Folly Point Lighthouse, just off the tip of the Folly Peninsula in Port Antonio, on the north east of Jamaica’s coastline.
Teams will arrive into the Errol Flynn Marina approximately 45 minutes after crossing the finish line, passing the scenic white sands which surround the marina (see photo) before receiving a very Caribbean welcome reception from local Jamaican drummers and dancers.
The latest ETAs for the Clipper Race fleet are detailed as follows (times are local time in Jamaica, -6 UTC/-7 BST).
Saturday 17 May
GREAT Britain 1500 – 1700
Henri Lloyd 1500 – 1700
Switzerland 1600 – 1800
Team Garmin 1800 – 2100
Old Pulteney 1900 – 2200
PSP Logistics 1900 - 2200
One DLL 2000 – 2300
Qingdao 2000 - 2300
Derry~Londonderry~Doire 2100 – 0000
Jamaica Get All Right 2100 – 0000
Sunday 18 May
Mission Performance 0000 - 0300
Invest Africa 0400 - 0700
Please note that these are best estimates based on the latest weather and the average speeds of the fleet. Weather conditions may cause these times to change so check back here and follow ourTwitter and Facebook feed for up the most up to date arrival times.
During the Clipper Race’s stay at the Errol Flynn Marina, Port Antonio, there will be several opportunities for public to get on board and explore the Clipper 70 yachts during Open Boat tours. These tours are free of charge and will take place daily on May 20, 21 and 22 from 10.00 – 18.00.
A schedule of Jamaican themed evening entertainment and excursions, free or discounted for Clipper Race crew, friends and family has been arranged by the Jamaica Tourist Board. More details are available at Errol Flynn Marina.