Easter on the Dutch Mudflats

Zeehonden op de Waddenzee
Departure
2 April 2026 19:00
Return
6 April 2026 16:00
Days
5
Sailing area
Baltic Sea
Port of departure
Harlingen (NL)
Port of arrival
Harlingen (NL)

Join a sailing trip on the Wadden Sea and discover the islands of Vlieland, Terschelling, and Texel. On Thursday, April 2nd, from 8:00 p.m., the ship’s crew will welcome you on board in Harlingen.

After boarding, a fragrant stew will be waiting for you, followed by a short briefing from the captain. The first evening will be spent in the harbour city of Harlingen – a historic town with beautiful canal houses, old warehouses, and the home port of the traditional “brown fleet.” You can take an evening stroll through the old town or admire the other classic sailing ships before setting off on your adventure together with the crew and fellow guests.

The next morning begins with a hearty breakfast. Then it’s time to cast off! Before departure, the crew will give a short explanation of what happens on deck, and you’re warmly invited to help hoist the sails and take part in the manoeuvres – although there’s also plenty of opportunity to simply enjoy the wide-open views and the fresh sea air.

As the sails rise, you’ll feel the power of wind and water. Along the way, you’ll encounter many other traditional sailing ships setting out at the same time – together they create an impressive spectacle on the Wadden Sea.

During the journey, you’ll explore some of the most beautiful Wadden Islands:

  • Vlieland, quiet and green, with wide beaches and a charming village.
  • Terschelling, known for its lively villages, lighthouse, and diverse nature.
  • Texel, the largest island, rich in culture, with sheep pastures and long cycling paths.

Each island has its own unique character and invites you to walk, explore, and, of course, hunt for Easter eggs!

The exact route depends on the wind and will be discussed once on board. Other destinations, such as the IJsselmeer, are also possible.

Celebrate Easter in a unique way: with sailing, good food, great company, and the untamed power of nature.

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Frequently asked questions

We still handle bookings personally and therefore do not have an automated booking system. This allows us to offer you the option to reserve individual spots without obligation for a few days. This way, for example, you can arrange your vacation without anyone snatching your spot right under your nose. For this reason, we are unable to keep track of the exact number of available spots on a daily basis. However, we regularly check the availability of our sailing holidays. Therefore, you can generally assume that there are still enough available spots on all trips that are not marked as “fully booked” or “Last Minute.” Call us or use our booking form if you want to know the exact number of available spots.

If you are travelling alone and have not booked a private cabin, you will be accommodated in a shared cabin. The shared cabins are usually assigned based on gender.

Exceptions:

  • On the Belle Amie and the Seatrips yachts, there are sometimes mixed-gender cabins as well.
  • On the Sir Robert, there are no shared cabins. Are you traveling alone? Then you must book a single cabin..

Yes, vegetarians and allergies/intolerances can be catered for on most ships. On some ships, the menu can also be adapted for vegans. However, there is only one menu per day on the programme. Therefore, please let us know during your booking if you have any special dietary requirements.

In principle, all our trips are suitable for both experienced and novice sailors. The professional crew on board will teach you everything you need to know. In some cases (e.g. on Atlantic crossings) initial sailing experience may be an advantage/requirement. In this case, this will be clearly indicated in the cruise description.

Prices

DescriptionPrice
Shared cabin (3-4 personen)
Adult€ 515 p.p.
Child€ 485 p.p.
Double cabin
Adult€ 592 p.p.
Child
Single cabin
Adult€ 824 p.p.
Child

Included in price

Accommodation in comfortable cabins
Crew, port charges, final cleaning and engine hours
Bedding
Full board with breakfast, lunch, hot dinner
Non-alcoholic drinks
Insolvency insurance ( guarantee scheme of STO Garant)

Not included in price

Alcoholic drinks(available on board at fair prices)
Towels
Travel/cancellation insurance
Transfer to/from the port

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Please use the following form if you have any questions about this trip or wish to book. You will receive a confirmation email that your booking request has been successfully received by us. We will then contact you as soon as possible with all the information. We usually respond within a few hours.

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