16 days on board the world's most beautiful sailing ship on an incredible voyage in the Pacific Ocean! We sail from the diving paradise of Palau to the city of Yokohama in Japan. A part of The One Ocean Expedition, Statsraad Lehmkuhl´s twenty month long circumnavigation of the globe, 2021 -2023.

NB: The ticket sale for this leg is closed. 

Enjoy life, nice people and unique nature experiences in a warm and lovely weather far out at sea! During 16 beautiful days in the Pacific Ocean, our friendly and professional crew will learn you how to sail a large sailing ship. You´ll get close to your travel companions and fellow trainees, and not least - you´ll get to know yourself a little better! With no mobile coverage, you can take a long-awaited break from the digital universe and relearn how to be present in the moment, for yourself and for those around you.

Port of departure: Palau

We start our dream cruise from excotic and beautiful Palau. The island nation of Palau is one of the smallest republics in the world and consists of over 200 small and large islands, where only a handful are inhabited. If you like diving, you have come to the right place! Palau is considered one of the world's best diving destinations and has an extraordinary experiences to offer everyone who enjoys spectacular underwater discoveries.

Port of arrival: Yokohama

From Palau we set sail north in a tropical, lovely climate towards Japan and the port of arrival, Yokohama, Japan's second largest city and an undiscovered gem for most western tourists. Japan, with its fascinating mix of hypermodernity and traditions, is a destination we really look forward to visiting with Statsraad Lehmkuhl! From Yokohama it is only 30 minutes by train to the capital Tokyo.

Our own little world at sea

During our great voyage in the Pacific, the people on board will create their own small community out at sea. We sail the ship together and share the wonderful moments with each other. Far away from the rest of the world, we get plenty of time to sail, relax, learn good seamanship, talk to each other and "find peace". The trainees and the ships´s crew become a team when we sail. Everyone stands up for each other, pays attention and takes care of each other. Close ties and lasting friendships arise on such a wonderful journey. Surrounded by the sea, a unique unity is created on board that becomes part of you, even long after the journey is over.  

Everyone can sail with us!

Do you lack experience with sailing? No need to worry! You do not need any previous knowledge or experience to join a voyage with Statsraad Lehmkuhl! Many of our trainees muster on a large sailing ship for the first time when they come up our gangway. At Statsraad Lehmkuhl, we have been training seafarers for a hundered year. Our friendly and professional crew will take good care of you.

Life on board

A sailing voyage is a lively and sociable endeavour. As a trainee on Statsraad Lehmkuhl, you become an important part of the ship's crew. You will stand watch, mend the helm, sleep in a hammock, and help sail and generally run the ship. The atmosphere on board is friendly and informal. Sensible clothes, shared meals and nice conversations with new friends. 

All meals included

Included in the ticket are all meals; breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a night snack for the security teams. All meals are prepared by our skilled galley staff. When we ask our trainees what they liked best about the voyage, the food always comes high on the list. So there is a lot of good food to look forward to!

We offer adapted diets for various food allergies / intolerances. Inform about your diet wishes on "My page" in your ticket. We try to comply with all wishes, as far as possible. However, on board a sailing ship, it it not possible to comply with very special diet requests.

An environmentally friendly adventure

An adventure with Statsraad Lehmkuhl is an environmentally friendly way of travelling, since nearly 70% of our voyages are completed under sail each year. And with our newly installed revolutionary hybrid battery solution, Statsraad Lehmkuhl is becoming the world´s most environmentally friendly sailing ship in its class.

Japanese research team

Joining us on this fantastic voyage, we also have a team of Japanese marine scientists from the Ocean Policy Research Institute (OPRI) and The Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC). They will use the voyage to learn more about the waters off Japan. For our trainees, this can mean a great opportunity for cultural exchange and learning more about the ocean.

The tall ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl 

Statsraad Lehmkuhl was built in Germany in 1914 and is one of the largest, fastest, and definitely the most beautiful, tall ship in the world. She has served as a training vessel under the Norwegian flag for a century, and we take pride in keeping her in top condition. Sailing this magnificent ship is truly a unique experience. The very special atmosphere and feelings of friendship, seamenship and teamwork guarantee you memories for life.

Accommodation on board in Palau and Yokohama

It is currently not possible to book accommodation on board when the ship is at bay in Palau and Yokohama. 

Vaccine requirements

To participate in One Ocean Expedition-voyages, you must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Read more about how we handle Covid-19 here: https://lehmkuhl.no/en/artikler/faq-covid-19-and-statsraad-lehmkuhl/

From 1 October 2021, the travel advice from the Norwegian government will be abolished, which has been to not recommend travel outside EU/EEA countries.

Cancellation

If the voyage has to be canceled due to Covid-19, the tickets will be refunded in full. If a trainee cancel the trip themselves, e.g. due to illness, it is a matter between the trainee and his/hers travel insurance company.

Welcome on board for a life changing experience! 

Do you have questions? Feel free to contact us at 55 30 17 00 / lehmkuhl@lehmkuhl.no

Read more about The One Ocean Expedition here!