Solo Overnight Sail Under Orion. From Great Inagua, Bahamas to Acklins Island (96nm)

A truly special overnight sail 🌌⛵ In this episode of Sailing Mirage, I sail solo from Matthew Town, Great Inagua to Acklins Island, Bahamas - a 96 nautical mile passage. I departed around 4pm, timing the sail for a full overnight run. The conditions couldn’t have been better: steady downwind sailing, winds around 15–20 knots, warm air, and a calm sea. To slow the boat and arrive safely at first light, I reefed both the main and genoa, keeping the speed around 6 knots for a planned 7am arrival. Night sailing always feels different - quieter, deeper, more personal. Under a sky full of stars, I talk about Orion and Betelgeuse, a massive red supergiant that may one day become a supernova. With a neutrino burst already detected, the thought that we might actually witness Betelgeuse explode in our lifetime is simply incredible. Near Castle Island, about 7 nautical miles from Acklins, I dropped anchor for a quick 3-hour rest, then continued on under engine - making water, charging batteries, and watching the morning light return. There’s something truly unforgettable about being alone on a small sailboat at night, surrounded by the wide open ocean and the universe above. I tried to capture that feeling - the calm, the focus, and the quiet joy of it all. If you love real passages, night sailing, and the spirit of life at sea - welcome aboard. ⚓ Fair winds, Vlad Sailing Mirage