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Cozumel (MX) - Havana (CU)

18 April - 27 April 2017

9 days, Alexander von Humboldt II

From € 765,-

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14-25: € 765,-
25+: € 1295,-

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Alexander von Humboldt II:
Cozumel (MX) - Havana (CU)

18 April - 27 April 2017

Join the Alexander von Humboldt for a 9 days voyage.You will start at the beautiful place Cozumel which is be famous for scubadiving and the great beaches. Afterwards you will sail to Cuba where you can visit Havana! Driving in the special 60’s car and see how they make the special cigars they export all around the world. On board you participate in the daily working of the ship alongside professional seamen, standing lookout, manning the helm, helping in the galley, hoisting sail and voluntarily have the chance to climb the rigging/mast. Language on board German and English. Open to all ages, minimum age 14 years.

Ports

Cozumel is a Mexican island on the Caribbean Sea, famous for the underwater landscapes, very popular among divers and snorkelling lovers. Cozumel Pearl Farm, Palancar Reef or Santa Rosa Wall are just some of many underwater attractions. If you prefer to stay on dry land though, the island has a lot to offer you as well. Discover Mexico Cozumel Park, visit the Punta Celerain Lighthouse and explore San Gervasio Mayan Archaeological Site for unforgettable experiences.

Havana is a place where time seems to have stopped, in a country for a long time closed to the public because of many political tensions. Architecture has been preserved from the ravages of modernism, colors, faded with time, are evidence of the splendor of the Spanish imprint. La Habana Vieja is a UNESCO heritage site. Discover the place that inspired Hemingway, ride a taxi particular and listen to the omnipresent music to submerge yourself in the unique Cuban atmosphere.

  • Havana (CU)

Key points

  • Dates: 18 April 2017 - 27 April 2017
  • Embarkation: 16:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 14 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum of 54
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English and German
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • One-off registration fee €25
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: towels
  • Contact your fellow-Windseekers via Windseeker facebook
  • You will sleep in a bunk/cabin

  • "I loved the bond we all made together, and how we had to help each other sailing the ship and setting sails."

    Mia Rosa (17), Denmark

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

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    – by Mentor Robin and Trainee Agathe

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    Gulden Leeuw, July 2015

    Aalborg

    – by Trainees Charlotte and Pernille

    Charlotte (26), UK We were lucky as a watch this morning and didn’t go on sail watch until 8 a.m. Some people had to get up to make breakfast but the rest of us enjoyed our lie-in and were bright-eyed and …

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Photos

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