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Den Helder (NL) - Stavanger (NO)

24 June - 30 June 2017

6 days,

From € 900,-

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Sail Training

Normal price: € 900,-

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Den Helder (NL) - Stavanger (NO)

24 June - 30 June 2017

Information for Dutch youth only – Speciale reis voor Nederlandse jongeren 15-25 jaar die aan de fondswerftraining van Sail den Helder 2017 meedoen. Je zeilt aan boord van de Morgenster van (Sail) den Helder naar (Sail) Halmstad. Je vetrekt op 25 juni in de morgen met alle schepen voor de Parade-of-Sail en vaart de Noordzee op. Aan boord help je met het zetten van de zeilen, aan het roer staan en voor wie het leuk is mag je ook in de mast klimmen! In Halmstad doe je mee aan de activiteiten. Meer informatie: http://www.saildenhelder.nl/trainees.html of email naar info@windseeker.org. Voor deze reis: Verblijf aan boord, vol pension (excl. drankjes aan de bar en 29 juni alleen op basis van B&B) Transfer terug naar Den Helder/Verzekering /Logboek/Lidmaatschap van SPANT de jongerenvereniging verbonden aan de Sail Training Association Netherlands (STAN). Trainees 25+: zie de andere reis in Engels.

Ports

Den Helder is a beautiful town in the Netherlands, situated at the very tip of the North Holland province, regularly hosting the Tall Ships events. Discover the town’s sea connections by visiting the Marinemuseum and Nationaal Reddingmuseum Dorus Rijkers. Take a break and go for a walk in the botanical gardens Oranjerie De Groene Parel Den Helder or admire sea life in the Fort Kijkduin Museum and Aquarium.

Stavanger is a vibrant modern port with a charming historic district. Its picturesque old harbour offers a lively atmosphere right in the heart of the city. Stavanger boasts a rich cultural scene and is the perfect gateway to some of Norway’s most stunning natural landscapes. Don’t forget your hiking boots – the surrounding mountains promise unforgettable views. Discover the dramatic Lysefjord, hike to the famous Preikestolen and Kjerag cliffs, or unwind on the sandy beaches of Jæren.

  • Den Helder (NL)

  • Stavanger (NO)

Key points

  • Dates: 24 June 2017 - 30 June 2017
  • Embarkation: 19:00 / Disembarkation: 11:00
  • For Windseekers age 15-25 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum of 80
  • 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
  • One-off registration fee €25
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: sleeping bags and towels
  • Windseekers from the Netherlands need to become member of STAN
  • Contact your fellow-Windseekers via Windseeker facebook
  • You will sleep in a hammock
  • "A thrilling journey full of breath-taking moments which have taught me that live should always be lived at its fullest."

    Jorge (18), Spain

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Windseeker logs

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    – by Sally

    We had a great sail to Ushuaia, tacking all the way, Anne-Margaretha, well-heeled over and really showing off. Around the halfway point Heinz called the crew up and down came the fok and up went the storm fok. This added …

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  • We embraced the square sails

    – by

    Climbing the mast was an experience. We got to know the boat from a different perspective. There was a lot of wind in the mast for example. We all stepped a bit our of our comfort zones. We also learned …

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