North Sea Cruise
Iceland – Faröer – Shetland – Orkneys – Schottland - Bremerhaven
The Segelwelt Nordmeer trip opens up dream destinations in the north by sea and reveals destinations that cannot be reached by land.
The trips/cruises are suitable for both experienced sailors and those who are not yet experienced.
On board, a skipper and a crew member are responsible for steering the yacht, and participants can take part in all activities as they wish.
Cruises
Cruise 1: Iceland Cruise
From Reykjavik to the bays and fjords of the north coast.
In addition to the magnificent sailing experiences, whale watching, nature observation, coastal hikes, waterfalls, and visits to national parks await.
Total length of the trip: approx. 300 nm
Date: August 24 - September 04, 2026
Start port: Rejkjavik
Price: ab € 4.199,-
Cruise 2: Iceland - Faröer
We explore the south coast of Iceland to Berofjordur and then cross over to the Faroe Islands. There we sail into long fjords and end our trip in Torshavn.
On request, the trip can be booked as an astro training trip.
Total length of the trip: 500nm including one crossing
Date: September 06 - September 18, 2026
Start port: Rejkjavik
Price: ab € 4.549,-
Cruise 3: Faröer – Shetlands – Orkneys – Hebrides -Oban
The Faroe Islands, a chain of 18 volcanic islands that emerge from the Atlantic like green emeralds. With their vertical cliffs, which are up to 800 meters high, they offer one of the most spectacular sights.
The Shetland Islands are a bird paradise with fjords cutting deep into the land and harbors offering warm hospitality. On the Orkneys, we visit Scapa Flow, the legendary natural harbor of the Royal Navy. Further south, the Scottish Highlands welcome us with their green hills until we end our journey in Oban.
Total length of the trip: 500nm including 2 crossings.
Date: September 20 - October 02, 2026
Start port: t.b.a
Price: ab € 4.549,-
Cruise 4: Oban – Irland – English Channel - Southampton
From Oban, we take a detour to the Inner Hebrides, circumnavigate the legendary Mull of Kintyre, and observe seals, dolphins, puffins, and possibly whales. After crossing the Irish Sea, the green coast of Ireland welcomes us with its rolling hills. Continuing south, we find ourselves on the route of the old sailing ships into the English Channel, past the Isles of Scilly, Lands End, and Lizard Point. On the way east, Falmouth, Plymouth, and Southampton invite us to linger.
Total length of the trip: 580 nm including 1 crossing.
Datum: October 04 - October 16, 2026
Start port: Oban
Price: ab € 4.549,-
Cruise 5: Southampton – Isle of Wight - Normandy – London – Amsterdam – Bremerhaven
The start alone is an absolute sailing highlight. We set off from the legendary Southampton Waterway, visit Cowes on the Isle of Wight, and cross the English Channel to Normandy with its incredible tidal ranges. Many of the ports can only be reached via locks and have centuries of history. We leave the English Channel via the Strait of Dover and sail into the heart of London. This is followed by a crossing of the North Sea to visit Amsterdam. Depending on the weather and time, the Frisian Islands invite us to visit on the way to Bremerhaven.
Total length of the trip: 650nm including 3 crossings.
Date: October 18 - October 30, 2026
Start port: Southampton
Price: ab € 4.549,-
Registration / Discounts / Additional charges
Registration:
Now open. Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Prices exclude board cash and travel costs
Prices:
| Cruise | Berth in aft cabin: | Berth in front cabin | Single occupancy aft cabin | Single occupancy front cabin |
| Cruise 1: Iceland Cruise | 4.199 € | 4.777 € | 7.558 € | 8.599 € |
| Cruise 2: Iceland - Faröer | 4.549 € | 5.175 € | 8.188 € | 9.316 € |
| Cruise 3: Faröer - Oban | 4.549 € | 5.175 € | 8.188 € | 9.316 € |
| Cruise 4: Oban - Southampton | 4.549 € | 5.175 € | 8.188 € | 9.316 € |
| Cruise 5: Southampton - Bremerhaven | 4.549 € | 5.175 € | 8.188 € | 9.316 € |
Discounts:
Two cruises: -8%; three cruise: -12%; Paarrabatt: -8%
Maximum total discount: -15%
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Via phone +43 2622 28074
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Skipper
Andreas Hanakamp
Professional sailor with more than 300,000 miles under his belt in all climate zones. His trips focus on sailing, with opportunities for experienced sailors to learn and improve their skills in the areas of safety, weather, routing, seamanship, and celestial navigation.
Astrid Zauner
Experienced skipper, biologist, and hiking guide with 15 years of experience in the Segelwelt team, having sailed over 35,000 nautical miles and crossed several oceans. In addition to sailing, her trips focus on safety and seamanship, as well as activities on land.
The Yacht
Garcia 52, expedition yacht “Ocean Life”
Technical data
- Length overall: 16.65 m
- Beam overall: 4.80 m
- Draft with centerboard down: 2.90 m
- Draft with centerboard up: 1.27 m
- Height without antennas: 21.5 m
- Displacement: 19.5 t
- Ballast: 6.57 t
- Sail area close-hauled: 120.5 m²
- Gennaker/spinnaker: 130 m² / 186 m²
- Engine: 110 hp
- Diesel tank (approx.): 1,200 l
- Water tank (approx.): 880 l
- Number of cabins: 4
- Number of berths: 8
