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Season 8

Sailing North Sea: Netherlands to Norway Spring Voyage

STAGE 8.2
€2100
11-22 MAY
11.05—22.05
€2100
11-22 May
🇳🇱Amsterdam →
🇳🇴Bergen
From Lowlands to Fjords: Crossing the North Sea
This stage takes us from the intricate waterways of the Netherlands across the Wadden Sea and North Sea to the dramatic fjords of Norway, offering a blend of coastal and offshore sailing experiences.
difficulty
4 out of 5
11 days
Start/Finish Cities and Airports:
🇳🇱Amsterdam Schiphol [AMS]
🇳🇴Bergen Airport, Flesland [BGO]
2100 €
Approximate
step by step route:
  • Amsterdam → Medemblik, 40nm
  • Medemblik → Texel, 25nm
  • Texel → Kirkehamn, 350nm
  • Kirkehamn → Egersund, 25nm
  • Egersund → Stavanger, 60nm
  • Stavanger → Haugesund, 35nm
  • Haugesund → Folgefonna, 65nm
  • Folgefonna → Bergen, 60nm
  • Amsterdam → Medemblik
  • Medemblik → Texel
  • Texel → Kirkehamn
  • Kirkehamn → Egersund
  • Egersund → Stavanger
  • Stavanger → Haugesund
  • Haugesund → Folgefonna
  • Folgefonna → Bergen
difficulty of this stage
is 4 out of 5
It involves a significant open sea crossing. The North Sea can present varying conditions, from calm seas to challenging waves and winds. Late May to early June usually offers mild weather, but we'll still need to be prepared for all conditions.
The route includes busy shipping areas near the Dutch coast and in the North Sea, requiring vigilant navigation. As we approach Norway, we'll need to navigate carefully through coastal waters with numerous small islands and skerries.
TRAVEL STYLE
A mix of inland waterway navigation, coastal sailing, and open sea crossing
COST
COST
INCLUDED
COST
not INCLUDED
  Accommodation:
  1. Twin/double cabin with quality bedding and towels
  2. Personal safety gear (lifejackets, lifelines, personal locator beacons)
  3. Xploration welcome pack with branded items

  Operations:
  1. All marinas and ports fees
  2. Documentation and permits
  3. Fuel for yacht, tender and galley

  Support&Expertise:
  1. Captain with extensive high-latitude sailing experience
  2. Professional first mate (muse of our boat)
  3. Well-stocked pantry essentials
  4. Optional sailing skills coaching
  1. Getting to the boat and back (airplane tickets, trains, taxi, etc)
  2. Food onboard (shared with all the team, approx. 30 EUR/ day)
  3. Any additional costs outside (restaurants, museums, souvenirs, etc.)
  4. Personal insurance
NOT INCLUDED
INCLUDED
A maze of islands and channels guarding the approach to Norway's coast. The dramatic transition from open sea to fjord landscapes creates unique navigational challenges.
Norwegian Skerries
ROUTE
HIGHLIGHTS
An intricate system of canals, inland seas, and locks showcasing traditional Netherlands landscapes. Historic windmills and water management systems line the shores.
Dutch Waterways
A significant offshore passage requiring careful weather planning and navigation skills. The crossing tests seamanship while offering experience in open water sailing.
North Sea
The historic gateway to Norway's fjord system. Seven mountains surround the UNESCO World Heritage harbor, offering a spectacular conclusion to the journey.
Bergen Approaches
Varied
Navigation
Each day presents different challenges, from inland waterway pilotage to offshore passage-making. We learn to adapt to changing conditions while working with diverse navigation systems.
Experience Details
Weather
Strategy
The North Sea crossing requires careful weather analysis and routing. We work with multiple forecast sources and learn to identify suitable weather windows for safe passage.
Night
Navigation
Overnight passages develop essential skills in darkness and limited visibility. Watch systems become routine as we maintain safe navigation through shipping lanes and coastal approaches.
Cultural Transitions
The route connects three distinct maritime nations. We experience the evolution from Dutch lowland sailing to Norwegian fjord navigation while exploring each region's unique maritime heritage.
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ABOUT THE YACHT
Season 7 (SPRING / 25)
consists of 4 stages
One-of-a-kind sailing boat
  • 5 cabins for 2 persons each
  • 2 electrical WC with hot showers
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • AC 220V all time
  • Length 18.5 m
  • Draft 2.0 m
  • 2 masts
  • Main set of 4 sails (+ gennaker)
  • Cruising speed: 7 knots
Totally refitted and equipped for autonomous expeditions for more
than a month, ready to safely accommodate crew of 10 to the world’s most remote waters. Equipped by radar, watermaker, AIS, heating system, Starlink, washing machine.
On board Perola do Mar, we sail with a crew of 10:
  • a captain,
  • a wizard (first mate responsible for comfort and care),
  • and 8 crew members joining us for the journey.

Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew.
THE CREW
Season 7 (SPRING / 25)
consists of 4 stages
On board Perola do Mar, we sail with a crew of 10
  • a captain,
  • a wizard (first mate responsible for comfort and care),
  • and 8 crew members joining us for the journey.

Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew
On board Perola do Mar, we sail with a crew of 10:
  • a captain,
  • a wizard (first mate responsible for comfort and care),
  • and 8 crew members joining us for the journey.

Before each voyage, we meet everyone personally through a video call. This helps align expectations and ensures the crew dynamics work well together - because remarkable voyages are shaped by remarkable crew.
how to join
First, apply for a journey
(or write us questions if you have any).
1
Then we arrange a short friendly interview
with one of our team members, to align expectations.
2
If all is good, you make a 50% prepayment
and officially join the crew.
3
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