Packing List

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Your journey begins with packing. Offshore sailing means reduction to the Essential. Here you'll find everything you really need for life on board. Please leave the hard-shell suitcase at home and opt for a soft, stowable bag. Our list focuses on equipment that has proven itself at sea: warm layers for chilly nights, a red light for your watch, and the right gear. Gadgets For comfort in your bunk. Check the list and get ready. Pack your bag with anticipation long watches under the starry sky and cozy hours below deck. Remember: at sea, functionality counts, not fashionable appearance. If your equipment That's right, every weather condition becomes an experience.

Bags

🧳 Travel bag

We don't have wardrobes on board and live out of our bags. Therefore, please be sure to use a soft-sided travel bag or duffel bag (no hard-shell suitcases!) that can be folded up small and easily stowed away after unpacking. Hard suitcases cannot be taken on board as there is no space for them.

💦 Dry-Bag

A small waterproof bag (10–20 liters) is ideal for shore excursions with the dinghy or for protecting your electronics and clothing from the general humidity on board. It ensures that your valuables are stored safely and dry, even in unpleasant weather.

👛 Wash bag

Anything that isn't securely stowed or attached tends to roll around on board. A hanging toiletry bag is the best solution. For the sake of the environment, we prefer to use biodegradable soap and shampoo to protect the waterways and our filtration systems.

Equipment

🛂 Passport

Strict entry requirements apply to our routes (e.g., UK, Norway). A passport is generally required for entry; a national identity card is no longer sufficient. If the route includes the UK, you will also need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). By collecting your data in advance, we save ourselves the bureaucratic effort of submitting crew lists to the authorities daily.

⚡ Power Bank

While we do have charging options on board, bringing your own power bank gives you independence. This way you can charge your smartphone for photos or navigation right in your bunk without unnecessarily draining the ship's batteries.

🔦 Headlamp

At night at sea, both hands are invaluable for the ship. Important: Your lamp must have a red light function. This greatly protects your own night vision, allowing you to safely identify obstacles, buoys, or other ships on deck and work with concentration without blinding the crew.

💊 Travel sickness tablets

Seasickness is a perfectly normal bodily reaction. Just to be on the safe side, pack a tried-and-tested remedy (e.g., Vomex or patches). Often, simply knowing you have something with you will help you start your trip much more relaxed.

☀️ Sunscreen

The intensity of the sun at sea is often underestimated. Use a high sun protection factor (30+) and make sure it's water-resistant. Your skin will thank you after a long day in the cockpit.

🍼 Water bottle

Bring a sturdy, refillable bottle (approx. 0.7 to 1 liter). We have filtered drinking water on board – this helps us avoid unnecessary plastic waste. Large cockpit pockets are available on deck where you can safely store your bottle, even when the boat is heeled, and keep it within easy reach.

🌡️ Hot water bottle

It sounds like a luxury, but it's a real game-changer during cold night watches. Placed in your bunk, it warms the bed beforehand and helps you fall into a restful sleep more quickly after your watch.

🪝 Carabiner

One or two simple carabiners are extremely practical for securing small items like your water bottle or camera to your lifebelt or railing to prevent them from slipping.

👂 Earplugs

A ship is always working – a sail flaps, waves crash against the hull, or the off-watch crew chats. If you're a light sleeper, earplugs will help you find the necessary peace and quiet for your next watch, even with ambient noise.

🦄 Surprise

We sail as a collective. Perhaps you have brought an instrument, a deck of cards, or a culinary specialty from your homeland? Such small things often create the most beautiful moments during our evenings together on deck.

🤙 Right attitude

The most important tools: flexibility and composure. At sea, nature dictates the rhythm. If we have to change plans or the wind is against us, a positive attitude is the key to an unforgettable journey.

Clothing

🌡️ Warm & Dry

Due to the wind chill on deck, the perceived temperature is significantly lower than the weather forecast predicts on land. Simply pack as if you expect temperatures 10°C colder. The layering principle with several thin layers is your best friend here, allowing you to react flexibly to changing weather conditions.

🧥 Sailing apparel

A completely windproof and waterproof jacket and trousers (oilskins) are essential. Spray on deck is guaranteed, and even without rain, the boat often sails "wet." Your clothing must keep you reliably dry and windproof, even after hours in the cockpit.

👢 Footwear

Wear non-slip, closed-toe, and quick-drying deck shoes – Crocs are therefore very popular on board. Sea boots are essential in rain or rough seas, as wet sneakers on deck are no fun. When choosing boots, make sure they have light-colored soles to avoid leaving marks on the deck.

🧶 Functional underwear

The first layer against your skin determines your comfort. Synthetic fabrics or merino wool wick moisture away from the body and dry quickly. Cotton, on the other hand, retains moisture and makes you feel cold quickly – it should be avoided during active nights.

🐑 Fleece or wool

The middle layer provides thermal insulation. Fleece or classic wool are ideal, as they retain warmth even when damp. A thick hoodie or wool sweater definitely belongs in every travel bag, no matter how sunny the forecast is at the port.

🎩 Headwear

From sun protection (caps) to warm hats for night watch: we lose most of our heat through our heads. A hat that also covers the ears protects you from the constant wind and prevents you from getting chilled as soon as the sun sets.

🕶️ Sunglasses

Reflections on the water greatly intensify UV radiation. Good polarized sunglasses not only protect your eyes but also allow you to see contrasts on the water (such as gusts or shallows) much better.

🥽 Glasses strap

A brief moment of inattention or an unexpected wave, and your expensive glasses go for a swim. A simple glasses strap reliably secures your eyeglasses or sunglasses from being lost overboard.

DO NOT pack!

🛏️ Sleeping bag

We'll take care of your comfort. On board, you'll find beds made up with pillows and blankets. So you don't have to lug around a bulky sleeping bag and you'll have more space for the rest of your gear.

🚿 Towel

Save space in your luggage. We provide you with fresh towels for personal hygiene. You may only pack your own towel for shore excursions, sauna visits, or as a sauna towel if needed.

🦺 Life jackets

Your safety is our priority. We have modern, serviced automatic life jackets and lifebelts on board for every crew member. These meet the highest standards and you don't need to bring your own.

💻 Home Office

Leave your laptop at home. A sailing trip is the perfect opportunity for a "digital detox". We want to experience nature and togetherness – work can stay ashore for this time.