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Portsmouth (US) - Lunenburg (CA)

27 July - 01 August 2026

5 days, Oosterschelde

From € 950,-

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p.p. in 4-person cabin: € 950,-
p.p. in 2-person cabin: € 1050,-

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Oosterschelde:
Portsmouth (US) - Lunenburg (CA)

27 July - 01 August 2026

Step on bboard the Oosterschelde for an adventurous sailing voyage from Portsmouth in the United States to Lunenburg in Nova Scotia. Sail through the mouth of the Piscataqua River to reach the Atlantic Ocean and leave America behind. Once at sea, you’ll hoist the sails and set course for Canada. Out on the open ocean, the rhythm of life on board quickly becomes familiar: sailing, eating, sleeping, navigating, standing watch, and good conversations on the aft deck. The first few days of the journey will be in open waters, with little shipping traffic in this area, and a good chance to encounter seabirds and dolphins. The rugged and green coast of Nova Scotia will welcome you as you sail past Cross Island into Mahone Bay, heading for Lunenburg, your final destination. Celebrate your arrival with a pleasant evening on deck, and the next morning, on August 1st, say farewell to the Oosterschelde and her crew.
Open to all Windseekers aged 18+. Younger trainees, accompanied by an adult, at request.

Ports

Portsmouth is a small port city and popular tourist destination in New Hampshire, USA. Walk the Portsmouth Harbor Trail, a scenic route which includes some historic landmarks, then stop at the farmer’s market for a snack – a perfect day on shore before or after a sailing journey!

Lunenburg is a Canadian port town in Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia. Historically the town was involved in several wars, including the American Revolution. Today the town is a fishery port and has several small shipyards that have managed to preserve the skills of the sailing era. Did you know that the replica of the ‘Bounty’ was built here? Visit the historic city centre on foot or by horse and carriage, and enjoy a leisurely hike in the grassy hills of the surrounding countryside.

  • Portsmouth (US)

Key points

  • Dates: 27 July 2026 - 1 August 2026
  • Embarkation: 17:00 / Disembarkation: 09:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 18 years (age 15-18 at request)
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 24
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English
  • 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
  • Available diets: regular (meat); at request: vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free, some (mild) allergies.
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: towels for swimming (regular towels available on board)

  • "I learned a lot about both sailing and sustainability, and the social life was amazing."

    Thea (20), Denmark

You sail on the Oosterschelde

Oosterschelde
Shipping type: Three-masted topsail schooner
Homeport: Rotterdam (NL)
Date built: 1917
Trainees: 24
Length: 50 m
Height of mast: 36 m
Sail: 891 m2

An adventurous classic; stepping on board this monumental beauty is like stepping into another world. The atmosphere on board the Oosterschelde is one filled with history and adventure. The classical interior and brass polished details make you feel right at …

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Windseeker logs

  • Exploring Coastal Waters

    Morgenster Exchange@sea, July 2019

    Norway

    – by Trainees and Mentors

    We present to you: the logbook for the Youth Exchange ‘Exploring Coastal Waters’. This is a written account by participants and mentors Sija & Meri, who were in charge of this matter. It tells the story of our time on …

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  • You are here and now

    Morgenster, July 2018

    Esbjerg-Sunderland-Esbjerg

    – by Elin Giese, Sweden, 2nd time Trainee

    Being a trainee on board a tall ship is an experience you can’t compare with everyday life. This is my short article about how it is to sail with the Morgenster before and during the Tall Ships Races.    

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Photos

  • Dolphins
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