Entire Voyage USD: $48,000 Leg 1: $14,500 Leg 2: $16,000 Leg 3: $11,000 Leg 4: $15,000 Leg 5: $9,500 *subject to confirmation by the ship

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Accommodations are in upper and lower pilot berths in large compartments.  Each crew member has their own berth that will be assigned to them for the duration of the voyage.  Each berth has a curtain that provides some privacy, a reading light, and a storage space that is either built in below the berth or in a separate locker.  Hooks are provided in each compartment for hanging foul weather gear (waterproof jacket and pants).  Sheets and pillows will be provided, you should bring your own sleeping bag or blanket.

There are four heads (marine toilets) aboard and four fresh water showers (two with both hot and cold water, two with cold water only).  You will be careful about conserving both fresh water and electricity while on board.

There is a cook as part of the ship’s professional crew, trainee crew (that’s you) will take turns assisting the cook in the galley.  Three meals are provided daily, all are offered buffet style and usually eaten casually on deck in good weather.  Some dietary restrictions can be accommodated, please ask.

Meals change as the ship is at sea for longer periods – you may start out eating salads and fresh vegetables but after weeks at sea those are no longer available and we need to rely on dry, canned and frozen goods.  The ship has no refrigeration, but does have many deep freezers.

Because the crew work hard, meals are simple and hearty.  The cook is famous for his fried chicken!

Applications are welcome from individuals of all nationalities and genders, ages 18+.  No couples.

Applicants must be in good health, able to be away from normal shore-based medical care for extended periods of time, and able to do moderately strenuous physical activity.  As part of the application process, a note from your doctor confirming all of the above will be required.

This voyage is open to people of all nationalities and genders, ages 18 and up. No sailing experience is required. You will be part of the working crew of the ship, so prepare to roll up your sleeves and dive in cheerfully!

There are times you will be hot, uncomfortable, tired and sore.  There are time you’ll be content, exhilarated, joyful and relaxed.

There is an application process where your suitability will be assessed.  Ideal candidates are positive, flexible, willing to pitch in, and good company for extended periods of time.

Trainees choose to sail with us for a variety of reasons. Maybe you’re looking for a gap year expedition, either after high school or during or after college or university. Maybe you want to do something unique for your big overseas experience. Perhaps you’re looking to develop seamanship skills to help start a career as a seafarer. Maybe you are already working in a maritime career and want to gain deep-water sea time and square rig experience. Or this is the right time to take a break from your job and life ashore to make the voyage in the tradewinds you’ve always dreamed of. Or maybe you’re retired and want to travel and learn and immerse yourself in a South Seas adventure. Whether you’re seeking adventure or a unique way to travel to exotic, iconic places, a foundation from which to launch a maritime career or an authentic square rig sailing experience on a vessel similar to one in the Great Age of Sail, there is a place for you on board. Sailing aboard is truly a life changing opportunity and the dream of a lifetime.

Whatever your reason, we want to be clear that signing aboard as a trainee crew member is a big commitment. On this voyage there will be long stretches where signing off is simply not possible. We encourage anyone who is interested and curious to make an enquiry so we can connect you with the crew office to discuss the voyage and whether it might be a good fit for you.

There is an application process that starts when you make an enquiry on our site and are shared details on how to make an application online. If you complete the application form the crew office will request a note from your doctor that says you’re in good health and can do moderately strenuous physical activity on a remote, oceangoing voyage. They will also request payment of a deposit which will hold your spot.

On previous voyages they have required applicants to come visit the ship in person for an in-person interview. On this voyage, they’ll save you the time and expense of a trip to Lunenburg and arrange an interview with you by online video conference instead. It’s still important for you to see the ship, including what the accommodations are like, how they eat meals, what the bathroom/shower situation is, what you’ll be doing when you stand a watch, and so on, so they’ll recommend some videos for you to watch that give you the full tour.

This ship, its sail training program and its Captain are highly respected in the sail training industry, winning multiple industry awards.  This ship has previously completed seven world circumnavigation voyages, so they know the waters and ports intimately.

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