What are the sleeping arrangements?<\/strong><\/p>\nThank you to the hard work of some incredibly talented volunteers, we have a spacious 10 person quarter with a fresh water shower (no hot water) and separate bathroom.<\/p>\n
Do I need to have prior sailing experience to sail along?<\/strong><\/p>\nNo you don’t. We have a professional and fully certified crew that will teach you everything you need to know along your voyage.<\/p>\n
Which sailing skills will I get the chance to learn?<\/strong><\/p>\nDepending on your length of stay, you will learn but are not limited to learning:<\/p>\n
\n- Basic safety and maintenance<\/li>\n
- Sail handling<\/li>\n
- Steering<\/li>\n
- Watchkeeping<\/li>\n
- Charting<\/li>\n
- Rigging<\/li>\n
- Traditional Cargo loading\/unloading techniques<\/li>\n
- Celestial navigational<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How many people are onboard sailing the Avontuur?<\/strong><\/p>\nOur maximum capacity is 16 people onboard consisting of 6 professional crew members and 10 sailing mates.<\/p>\n
What if the ship is late or early to port?<\/strong><\/p>\nNature rules all. We will update you if there are any chances to your scheduled voyage. We strongly recommend booking your travel arrangements closer to your date of embarkation.<\/p>\n
What if the ship is late or early to port?<\/strong><\/p>\nNature rules all. We will update you if there are any chances to your scheduled voyage. We strongly recommend booking your travel arrangements closer to your date of embarkation.<\/p>\n
What if I have a food allergy or a dietary requirement?<\/strong><\/p>\nWe will make every effort to cater to your dietary requirement and\/or address any allergy concerns you may have. Please ensure you notify us at the time of your booking and we will inform the crew.<\/p>\n
Do I have to arrange my visa documents and vaccinations?<\/strong><\/p>\nYes, it is your responsibility to ensure you have the required travel visa(s), vaccinations and your passport is current. The Captain requires these documents at your point of embarkation.<\/p>\n
‘Meet the Sailor’ series – A glimpse into the Shipmate<\/strong>\u00a0life aboard the AVONTUUR<\/p>\n\t