Max Passengers:
33
Ship Type:
Sailing Vessel
Operated By:
Oceanwide Expeditions
The S/V Rembrandt Van Rijn was originally built as a herring lugger in the early 20th century and later transformed into a three-masted passenger sailing schooner in 1994 in the Netherlands. After decades of global exploration, she underwent a complete rebuild and modernization in 2011, including upgraded communication and navigation systems in compliance with the latest SOLAS safety standards. Designed specifically for expedition cruising among small islands, the ship offers excellent open-deck viewing areas that allow guests to enjoy the scenery even while under sail. Two inflatable Zodiac boats provide access to remote locations and wildlife-rich shorelines that are otherwise unreachable.
Cabin Specifications
In terms of cabin accommodations, the Rembrandt Van Rijn can host up to 33 passengers across 16 private cabins. These include one Triple Private Cabin with a porthole, six Twin Private Inside Cabins without portholes, and nine Twin Private Cabins with portholes. Each cabin is equipped with private facilities, including a shower and toilet. The vessel’s power supply is 220 volts (50 Hz) with European two-pin outlets, so U.S. passengers may require an adapter or converter.
Features onboard
Aboard the Rembrandt Van Rijn, life takes on the rhythm of a true sailing expedition. The vessel operates with a small, skilled crew of seven, along with two tour guides and a cook. Guests are invited to actively participate in sailing operations, from handling sails and steering to joining watch duties during night passages—making the journey as immersive as the destinations. Expeditions aboard attract independent-minded travelers with a shared enthusiasm for exploring remote regions, fostering a genuine sense of camaraderie and adventure.
The ship’s common areas include a spacious restaurant where all meals are enjoyed together, a separate bar area, and a cozy reading and social space. Meals are served buffet-style and feature international cuisine prepared by the onboard cook, creating a warm, communal dining experience.
While the ship does not have an official ice class, her reinforced bow allows her to safely navigate the icy waters of the polar regions—making the Rembrandt Van Rijn a comfortable yet adventurous vessel ideal for exploring the world’s most remote and breathtaking coastlines.
Ship specifications
- Passengers:33 in 16 cabins
- Staff & crew:Crew 10 | Guides 2
- Length:49,50 meters
- Breadth: 6,65 meters (22,9 ft)
- Draft: 2,8 meters (8 ft)
- Ice class: Suitable to sail in the Svalbard and Greenlandic waters.
- Displacement:435 tonnes
- Propulsion: 2 Cummins engines together 550 KW
- Speed: 6,5 knots average cruising speed
- Plug/ Voltage type Onboard: 2 pin Continental Flag
