Darwin to Banda Neira Yacht Race & Rally

A huge thank you to our sponsor O2 Marine proudly supporting this year’s Darwin Banda Neira Race T‑shirts.

Great BBQ last night with our skippers and crews as they gear up for the big journey ahead. Shirts collected, final safety briefings completed, and spirits high as we count down to Saturday’s race start. ⛵⚓

Join us at Stokes Hill Wharf this Saturday at 10 am to cheer on the fleet as they begin their journey to Indonesia. 🇦🇺 🇮🇩
See you there.

Big shout‑out to our new sponsor proudly supporting this year’s Darwin Banda Neira Race T‑shirts. We’re proud to partner with them as our official T‑shirt sponsor. Thanks for backing the event and our community. 🙏

ONLY 12 WEEKS TO GO!!

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ARE NOW CLOSED
EVENT EOI & CREW EOI are now closed. Crew EOI details are still available to any Skippers looking for additional hands onboard.

NUMBERS SO FAR…
14 boats and 45 skippers/crew have now signed up!

RACE REGISTRATION EXTENDED
Skippers, you now have until the 15th May 2026 to sign up for the Darwin Banda Neira Yacht Race & Rally.
Late entries may be accepted until 30 June. (Late fees apply)

ABOUT THE RACE:

Dinah Beach Cruising Yacht Association is pleased to present the inaugural Darwin Banda Neira Yacht Race & Rally, which replaces the long tradition of the Spice Islands Darwin to Ambon race. Many skippers would call in to beautiful Banda Neira returning from the Ambon race. Our Indonesian counterparts are also looking forward to hosting a warm and entertaining experience on their island.
The south-east trade winds dominate the weather and can provide wonderful reaching conditions through the tropical waters. The fastest yachts take two days whilst the more relaxed sailors may take up to five days.
Local, interstate and international participants are invited and all types of sailors and sailing boats are welcome.

RACING & RALLY DIVISIONS:
Div 1 - IRC Racing
Div 2 - Cruising Monohull
Div 3 - Cruising Multihull
Div 4 - Rally