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Sal (CAPE VERDEN) - Sal (CAPE VERDEN)

23 January - 04 February 2015

12 days, Alexander von Humboldt II

From € 780,-

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25 : € 780,-
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Alexander von Humboldt II:
Sal (CAPE VERDEN) - Sal (CAPE VERDEN)

23 January - 04 February 2015

Step on board and start your Journey between the Cape Verde. You will see several volcanic islands while you are learning how to navigate the ship. The locals guide you on their island and experience the finest of Sal and Cape Verden. Sail and discover. Hear and smell the winds. This Journey will show you that you can use all your senses while sailing. Open to all ages, minimum age 14 years.

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Key points

  • "At first I didn't know what to expect and I felt kind of insecure, but the crew was really amazing and I had an unforgettable journey."

    Finn (15), Belgium

You sail on the Alexander von Humboldt II

Shipping type: Bark
Homeport: Bremerhaven (DE)
Date built: 2011
Trainees: 54
Length: 65m
Height of mast: 32,9 m
Sail: 1360 m2

The Alexander von Humboldt II is a sail training ship in every possible way. She was built by and for sail trainers. She meets high safety standards and has modern nautical and technical facilities. The permanent crew members are specially …

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Windseeker logs

  • Sustainable sailing: plastic research in 2023

    Gulden Leeuw, Thalassa, July 2023

    – by Maarten Erich, The Ocean Movement

    The Ocean Movement Foundation We are on a mission to stop plastic pollution from ending up in our ocean. With the Manta trawl, we are gathering data on microplastic pollution in the waters that we sail in. Together with the trainees …

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  • Wylde Swan

    Endless Ocean Views

    Wylde Swan, 14 October - 21 November

    Sailing from Harlingen to Tenerife. On board: crew and trainees

    – by Jeske Zijlstra, Deckhand

    After a night of playing with the anchor, it's time to set sail again. Without any sleep, we're preparing the Ship for strong backwinds and high waves. For Barry (the small sail) it’s the perfect time to show up. Carefully putting …

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