Rembrandt van Rijn
Classic sailing schooner refurbished to offer exciting expedition cruises in the Arctic region
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Overview
- Charming sailing schooner enhanced for polar exploration
- Voyages to the world’s wild frontiers with just 33 guests
- Comfortable social spaces and ample views above-deck
- Daily excursions lasting between three and six hours
Rembrandt van Rijn is a stunning three-masted schooner evoking an atmosphere of genuine exploration thanks to its old-world charm and ability to navigate under sail. Despite its classic aesthetic, this vessel has been fully renovated making it fit to sail in some of the world’s most challenging conditions, enabling safe, comfortable, and exhilarating adventure cruises. So, if you’re looking for an authentic exploration cruise in the Arctic, look no further than Rembrandt van Rijn.
Upcoming trips
Cabins
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.
Amenities
Boat
Dive facilities
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.
Vessel
Vessel information
Originally constructed in 1947 for use as a herring-lugger, Rembrandt van Rijn was rebuilt as a three-mast passenger sailing schooner in 1994. After sailing destinations such as Spitsbergen and the Galapagos for a number of years, Rembrandt Van Rijn underwent another complete refurbishment, emerging in 2011 with a reinforced bow, allowing for deeper penetration into the world’s polar regions. Likewise, the communication and navigation equipment has also been updated, according to the latest SOLAS regulations.
Rembrandt van Rijn measures 50-metres in length and can accommodate 33 passengers in 16 cabins. Triple occupancy cabins feature three single beds in bunk-style arrangement, while twin cabins inside or with portholes feature twin berths, allowing flexibility for guests. The vessel also comes staffed with an experienced crew of 12, including two tour guides, who ensure everything runs safely and smoothly throughout the duration on each voyage.
Following its recent upgrades Rembrandt van Rijn now easily navigation among small islands, and this vessel is very well-suited to polar expedition cruising. Plus with ample open deck viewing areas, plenty of old-world classic schooner style, plus the opportunity to travel under sail,, a voyage aboard Rembrandt van Rijn is a very special experience indeed.
Onboard Rembrandt van Rijn
Located towards the bow of the boat, Rembrandt van Rijn’s indoor restaurant features booth-style seating and offers enough space for all passengers to dine together. Here, guests can enjoy three daily buffets of international cuisine in a relaxed and social atmosphere. The vessel’s lounge is situated behind the restaurant, and comes complete with more comfortable seating and a reading nook. Guests will also find a well-stocked bar located here, serving a selection of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
Excursions from Rembrandt van Rijn
Rembrandt van Rijn’s dining area doubles up as a lecture room, in which guests will receive presentations and educational seminars throughout the trip. Topics include geology, history, and wildlife of the region, providing insight and context designed to complement the experiences on offer. The expedition style voyages devote ample time to exploring these topics, with two zodiacs on hand to enable landing and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise inaccessible areas.
Top tips
- Daily land excursions are offered, weather and ice permitting, taking between three to six hours per outing.
- Wear layers since it is comfortably warm aboard the ship but often cold on deck.
- Anybody without sturdy sea legs should consider using motion sickness medication.