S/V 'Rembrandt Van Rijn'
S/V 'Rembrandt Van Rijn' was built as a herring lugger early last century. The vessel was rebuilt as a three-mast passenger sailing schooner in the Netherlands in 1994 and sailed in Spitsbergen (1994 – 1996) and in Galápagos (1998 - 2001). The vessel underwent a complete rebuilding and refurbishment program until 2011. The communication and navigation equipment has been completely renewed according to the latest SOLAS regulations.
The ship is well suited for expedition cruising among small islands and offer good open deck viewing areas, also when under sail. The 2 inflatable rubber crafts (zodiacs) enable landing and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise inaccessible areas.
The Rembrandt van Rijn measures 49,50 meters in length, 7 meters in width and has a draft of 2,8 meters. The average cruising speed on engines is 6,5 knots. It has an experienced crew of 12 persons on board including 2 tour guides. The ship can accommodate a maximum of 33 passengers in 16 cabins. 1 Triple Private cabin (with shower and toilet and porthole), 6 Twin Private Inside cabins (with shower and toilet, no porthole), 9 Twin Private cabins (with shower and toilet and porthole).
Triple Private Porthole
- 1 Porthole
- 1 upper/lower berth + 1 lower berth
- Private shower and toilet
- Ample storage space
Twin Private Inside
- 1 upper / lower berth
- Private shower and toilet
- Ample storage space
Twin Private Porthole
- 1 Porthole
- 1 upper / lower berth
- Private shower and toilet
- Ample storage space
Restaurant Hot Buffet Side
Lounge & Bar
Fore Deck
Upper Deck
Comfort
and Character
The
Rembrandt van Rijn measures 49,50 meters in length, 7 meters in width
and has a draft of 2,8 meters. The average cruising speed on engines is
6,5 knots. It has an experienced crew of 12 persons on board including
2 tour guides. The ship can accommodate a maximum of 33 passengers in
16 cabins. 1 Triple Private cabin (with shower and toilet and
porthole), 6 Twin Private Inside cabins (with shower and toilet, no
porthole), 9 Twin Private cabins (with shower and toilet and porthole).
Age
range & Nationality onboard
Passengers
on a typical voyage range from their 30s to their 80s - with a majority
usually from 45 - 65, but a little younger on the Rembrandt van Rijn,
between 30 - 55. Our expeditions attract independent-minded travellers
from around the world. They are characterised by a strong interest in
exploring remote regions. The camaraderie and spirit that develops
aboard is an important part of the expedition experience. Many
departures have several nationalities on board.
Catering
Three
simple but good meals of international cuisine per day are served
buffet style in the restaurant and is prepared by our cook.
Dress
code
In
keeping with our expeditions atmosphere, dress on board is informal.
Bring casual and comfortable clothing for all activities. Keep in mind
that much of the spectacular scenery can be appreciated from deck,
which can be slippery. Bring sturdy shoes with no-slip soles and make
sure the parka is never far away in case of the call "Whales!" comes
over the loudspeaker and you have to dash outside. Wear layers since it
is comfortably warm aboard the ship - and often cold on deck.
Electric
Current
The
electrical supply aboard the ship is 220 volt 50hz. Electrical outlets
are standard European with two thick round pins. U.S. passengers may
need a 220v/110v converter.
Excursions
& Landings
Every
day there will be excursions on land, weather and ice permitting. The
landings will take three to six hours per day over untracked area.
According to circumstances (the weather, the ice-situation or the
passengers´ wishes) the program can sometimes be adjusted.
Ample time will be devoted to wildlife, vegetation, geography and
history.
Gratuities
The
customary gratuity to the ship's crew and expedition leader is made as
a blanket contribution at the end of the voyage. Tipping is a very
personal matter and the amount you wish to give is at your discretion.
We suggest to give cash in Euros, US Dollars or Danish kroner.
Non-smoking
policy
On
board our vessels we have a non-smoking policy. It is prohibited to
smoke inside the ship. You can smoke in designated ares. Please respect
the wishes of non-smokers.
The
crew
The
crew of the ´Rembrandt van Rijn´ consists
of 9 experienced crew and 2 expedition guides and a cook. The
sailors are in charge during sailing and will bring us ashore.
Your
physical condition
You
must be in good general health and you should be able to walk several
hours per day. The expedition is ship-based and physically not very
demanding. Although we spend as much time as possible ashore, you are
welcome to remain aboard the ship if you like. To join most excursions,
you must be able to get up and down the ladder from the ship to the
water level to board the Zodiacs. Staff will assist you in and out of
the boats. This will become progressively easier with practice. Ashore
it can be slippery and rocky. You are travelling in remote areas
without access to sophisticated medical facilities, so you must not
join this expedition if you have a life-threatening condition, or need
daily medical treatment.
