Leadership Voyages and Discovery Journeys on the Atlantic Coast

Spirit of Ostend is a classic sailing vessel operating along the Atlantic coasts of Ireland. She hosts voyages that combine seamanship, shared responsibility, and time for reflection.

Some journeys are designed for people who carry leadership responsibility. Others are open discovery voyages for those who want to experience life at sea, no sailing experience required.

Leadership Voyages

Facilitated voyages along Ireland’s southern and western coasts, where people who already carry responsibility find space for reflection, judgement, and conversation in the demanding and generous conditions of life at sea.

Explore Leadership Voyages

Discovery Journeys

Open sailing voyages for individuals, couples, and small groups who want to experience life on board Spirit, with shared work, changing landscapes, and unhurried time at sea.

Open sailing journeys will be announced shortly

Life on Board

An introduction to the rhythm of daily life on Spirit: sailing, watchkeeping, shared meals, maintenance, and quiet moments underway and at anchor.

Life on Board

Spirit of Ostend

The story of the vessel: her history, refit, craftsmanship and seafaring tradition

The Vessel