About Dutch Tall Ships
About Dutch Tall Ships
The 3 Dutch Tall Ships 'Tecla', 'bark Europa' and 'Oosterschelde' sail around the world. Do you want to cross the ocean? Race against other international Tall Ships? Explore remote islands? Spot whales, dolphins and penguins? We do all of it, and more! Become a real sailor and discover the world!
Details
During this sailing and hiking exploration, we will explore Iceland in a week. We sail to the extraordinary locations and make beautiful hikes on shore! The crew has been many times on this fascinating island and knows exactly where to take you!
- Icelandic explorers
- Traditional Sailing aficionados
- Fjords and Hiking fanatics
- Artic Wildlife Enthusiasts
- Old School Adventure travelers
- Whale Watchers
Requirements
No sailing experience needed. For a voyage on board the Dutch Tall Ships you need to be fit, we will ask you for medical details (such as medication) before we can confirm your booking.
Description
We discover the most beautiful places of Iceland under sail.
Melting glaciers and glowing meadows is what we will find in the North West nature reserve Hornstrandir. But also arctic foxes changing into their summer suit, whales in the fjords and birds nesting along the cliffs.
Sailing from Isafjordur we enter a larger fjord system, The Isafjardarjup. Gorgeous glacier Drangajokull is the key attraction. Depending on the weather and wind forcast we, shape our course. Our main destination during this week is Hornbjarg and its towering bird cliffs.
The waters around North West Iceland attract many large sea mammals like Finwhales, Seinwhales, Humpback whales and Minkey whales.
After spending the better part of the week exploring the fjord system we end our trip back in Isafjordur.
Tools and Equipment
What We Provide
- Professional crew
- Sailing ship Tecla
- 3 meals a day
- Bed linen
Bring Your Own
- Camera
- Foul weather gear
- Small backpack for walks ashore
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Foul weather gear
- On board you can pay (cash only!) in Euros or American Dollars
9 Pictures of the Sailing And Hiking Exploration
About Ísafjörður
About Ísafjörður
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The Tecla was build in 1915 as a Ketch herring drifter. A fishing vessel that would roam the North Sea for weeks on end to fill her hull with barrels of herring. These Loggers were being build by the dozen in the early 1900’s. A design to carry as much fish as possible and still be the fastest of the fleet. The Tecla is known as one of those fast ones with authentic looks and a crew that knows her every inch. Sailing the Tecla means sailing a real classic beauty, but she is dressed for her time and game.
The Tecla was build in 1915 as a Ketch herring drifter. A fishing vessel that would roam the North Sea for weeks on end to fill her hull with barrels of herring. These Loggers were being build by the dozen in the early 1900’s. A design to carry as much fish as possible and still be the fastest of the fleet. The Tecla is known as one of those fast ones with authentic looks and a crew that knows her every inch.
There are 8 cabins, each for 2 persons. The cabins are situated in the middle of the Tecla and two of the cabins are in the front. Your bunk is inside one of the two person cabins. Your bed will be either the high or the lower bed of a bed bunk. All beds are over 80cm wide and 2 meters long. Each bed has a reading light for the evening hours. The cabins are ensuite. In the cabin itself you will find a fountain and mirror. Your clothing can be stored in a closet and your bag or suitcase can be stored under the bed.
