Step on board the Gulden Leeuw, a large Dutch Tall Ship, for a comprehensive Sail Training experience. From down in the engine room to all the way up on the mast, and from the net below the bosprit to the table at the aft - the ship will become your second home. The crew will teach you everything you need to know: how to safely climb the masts, which shanties to sing when pulling the ropes, how to steer close to the wind, and plot your position on the charts. Ready to take over the ship?

Make international friends from different European countries, and share your own culture with them. Bring your favourite music from your country: cleaning the ship can be a lot of fun when done to the international playlist - that's why we call it the happy hour! Spend an afternoon in the galley with the cook, helping them to make some of your national dishes to share. Play fun games, and beat the other watches in competitions set out by the Windseeker mentors.

Deploy the manta trawl and collect water samples for analysis. Did you find any microplastics? Log them into an international database to contribute to the global research. Organise coastal cleanups and environmental awareness actions with the local public. Learn about the ocean ecosystems and how we can preserve them. Make your own plastic-free cosmetics, and share the best sustainable practices from your country with the other trainees.

No budget? No worries! The Windseeker Dinghy will help you get on board. The program, much more than just a fundraising training, is part of your preparation and included in the Exchanges. Raise money for your journey, supported by an experienced coach. Learn new things about yourself and gain life skills. It is also a great way to connect with other trainees. Let us know at booking if you’d like to take part. Join Dinghy and get going!