Ullapool - Reykjavik

Orkneys, Shetlands, Faroes. One of the highlights in the sailing season. Setting sail from Ullapool a course north is set to first visit Stornoway, the Orkneys and then onwards to the Shetland Islands. Fair Isle is the first stop, then on to Foula or the mainland of the Shetlands. When the winds are good, a crossing of less then 24 hours will take you to the Faroe Islands. So much unspoiled nature, amazing walks and miles on end to sail between the islands.

Sailing cruise details

• Embark
  • Ullapool, Scotland
  • 19-06-2024 18:00h, harbour of Ullapool
• Disembarking
  • Reykjavik, Iceland
  • 10-07-2024, 10:00 local time, Reykjavik harbour
• price: € 5.170,-
  • price 15-25 years: € 4.653,-

Included

• Accommodation
• Guide
• Meals

Not Included

• Flights
• Transport
• insurance
• Excursions / landing permits

This leg is the voyage of islands, wool, sheep, knitting, a very picturesque voyage with lots of birds and wild life!! Setting course north, you will rediscover what the Vikings did a thousand years ago. First stop, after leaving Ullapool, will be Stornoway. The next day is spend exploring the sites of Gearannan black house village and the Callanisch standing stones. That evening sail can be set again with destination Hoy. Orkney’s second largest Island rises dramatically from the sea with Ward Hill towering 480mtr above sea level.

Then, Fair Isle, which is known for the warmth of its welcome to visitors, birds and their special knitting patterns. Lying halfway between the Orkneys and Shetland. Next stop will be Lerwick, the famous old herring port. Lerwick bay used to be lled with herring drifters of all sorts. Unst will be the last stop on the Shetlands. Hermaness National Nature Reserve has a great variety of wild live, birds as well as mammals.

If you are lucky you can even spot an otter.

If the weather is fair the cliffs off Slaettaratindur will be visible from a great distance. These are Europe’s highest sea cliffs at 882 mtrs above sea level. First port of call will be Torshavn, the capital of the Faroe’s, with beautiful black houses and stunning gardens. The Islands have much to offer, like the Viking excavation site at Kvivik.

A trip for those who want to explore - go on an adventure - hike the highest hills and sail through the night to the next island.

We are happy to help arrange and travel to the ship. Let us know at the time.

The suggested route is an indication and can change due the weather forecast. The captain has the last word.

Tecla

The Tecla is a beautiful sailingship with a tough rig. Together with her crew she explores the remote places. One more accessible than the other. Tecla stands for adventure, nature, wonder and splendor. With this exceptional ship and its exceptional program you are good for a memorable trip.

Sail Training Program

On board the tecla we work with a Sail training program developed by the Dutch Sail Training Association (STAN). This sail training program is not only about learning to sail but uses sailing as a tool for personal development. Trainees on board are encouraged to step out of the comfort zone to experience new things. This applies to all ages! At the end of the trip, long or short, the trainees get a logbook containing the past process and how far they have come. Different skills are developed depending on the length of the trip. These can come in handy in a professional sailing environment as well as outside the maritime world.

Sail training makes sailing that slightly more than an active vacation.