STAGE 8.3
€1850
23-30 MAY
Sailing Norway's West: Fjord & Coast Exploration
23.05—30.05
€1850
23-30 May
🇳🇴Bergen →
🇳🇴Trondheim
🇳🇴Trondheim
Fjords, islands, and towns of Norway
This stage takes us along the stunning Norwegian coastline, from the historic city of Bergen through Fjordkysten National park to the middle part of Norway: Ålesund and Trondheim
7 days
Start/Finish Cities and Airports:
🇳🇴 Bergen [BGO]
🇳🇴 Trondheim [TRD]
🇳🇴 Trondheim [TRD]
1850 €
Approximate
step by step route:
- Bergen → Fjordkysten, 50 nm
- Fjordkysten → Florø, 50 nm
- Florø → Måløy, 40 nm
- Måløy → Ålesund, 60 nm
- Ålesund → Kristiansund, 40 nm
- Kristiansund → Børøysund, 30 nm
- Børøysund → Trondheim, 30 nm
- Bergen → Fjordkysten
- Fjordkysten → Florø
- Florø → Måløy
- Måløy → Ålesund
- Ålesund → Kristiansund
- Kristiansund → Børøysund
- Børøysund → Trondheim
difficulty of this stage
is 3 out of 5
The challenges here are different from open ocean sailing. But we still have to cover 40-50 nm per day in average, and we'll be dealing with parts of open water, intricate coastal navigation, potentially strong tidal currents, and changeable weather conditions typical of northern latitudes.
Late May typically offers a lot of sunshine, but conditions can change rapidly and we may encounter some fogs. As we sail northward, we'll experience increasing daylight hours.
Late May typically offers a lot of sunshine, but conditions can change rapidly and we may encounter some fogs. As we sail northward, we'll experience increasing daylight hours.
difficulty
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
TRAVEL STYLE
Coastal sailing with potential offshore passages, fjord exploration, island hopping, and trekking
COST
COST
INCLUDED
INCLUDED
COST
not INCLUDED
not INCLUDED
Accommodation:
Operations:
Support&Expertise:
- Twin/double cabin with quality bedding and towels
- Personal safety gear (lifejackets, lifelines, personal locator beacons)
- Xploration welcome pack with branded items
Operations:
- All marinas and ports fees
- Documentation and permits
- Fuel for yacht, tender and galley
Support&Expertise:
- Captain with extensive high-latitude sailing experience
- Professional first mate (muse of our boat)
- Well-stocked pantry essentials
- Optional sailing skills coaching
- Getting to the boat and back (airplane tickets, trains, taxi, etc)
- Food onboard (shared with all the team, approx. 30 EUR/ day)
- Any additional costs outside (restaurants, museums, souvenirs, etc.)
- Personal insurance
NOT INCLUDED
INCLUDED
Protected passages between islands and mainland utilizing tidal streams. Ancient maritime routes lead to one of Norway's oldest cities.
An exposed stretch of water marking our furthest venture into open sea. Often called a "mini-ocean" crossing, it tests navigation skills with frequent northern winds.
A national park featuring countless natural harbors and traditional fishing villages. The maze of islands and skerries provides both navigation challenges and scenic beauty.
A complex system of waterways with dramatic cliffs and waterfalls. The protected waters offer perfect conditions to practice fjord navigation.
Northern Channels
Stadthavet Crossing
Ålesund Region
Art Nouveau architecture meets dramatic coastal landscapes. The surrounding waters offer access to some of Norway's most spectacular natural features.
Fjordkysten
Bergen Fjords
ROUTE
HIGHLIGHTS
Norway Navigation
The complex coastline demands mastery of different techniques. From open water crossings to narrow channels between skerries, each day brings new challenges while developing pilotage skills.
Weather
Systems
Systems
Understanding and adapting to Norway's dynamic coastal weather becomes essential. We learn to read local weather signs and work with forecast data to plan each day's sailing.
Historical Connection
The route follows ancient trading paths along Norway's coast. Each harbor connects to different periods of Norwegian maritime history, from Viking settlements to modern fishing communities.
Coastal Ecology
The nutrient-rich waters support diverse marine life. Opportunities to observe seabirds, seals, and whales while learning about Norway's marine ecosystem management.
Experience Details
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:
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.
- 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:
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.
- 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
START YOUR EXPLORATION
To embark on a sea voy adventures with us, please fill out the application form.
START YOUR EXPLORATION
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