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Lerwick 1/2 day sail - Afternoon
Lerwick, Shetland ZE1, UK
Aug 30, 2026
The Swan Trust SCIO
£70

About your trip

An exhilarating hands-on, sail aboard our traditional wooden fishing boat. Our skipper will pick the route on the day, making the most of the weather. Possible routes could be a visit to the spectacular sea bird cliffs of Noss or exploring sheltered bays and inlets along the coast of Bressay.

Your trip will begin with a comprehensive safety briefing including how to work the lines on deck and set the sails. We will then put this into practice, enjoying getting hands-on with the sailing as you explore the east side of Shetland’s coast.

 

A voyage on Swan is very much a hands-on experience - you are part of her crew, and work as a team to make your voyage happen. All tasks are shared and everyone joins in, from the most to the least experienced.

 

Times and Locations

Boarding in Lerwick on Sunday 30 August at 14:30

Disembark in Lerwick on Sunday 30 August at 18:00

What to wear

Please ensure you wear sensible footwear, with good grips, and warm clothing.


There are basic waterproofs onboard, however you may feel more comfortable in your own wet weather gear. 

Swan merchandise

A range of merchandise available to purchase with all proceeds reinvested in the boat.

Cancellation Policy

Please contact us as soon as you become aware that you may have to cancel your trip.  We will try to accommodate your request but please be mindful of our cancellation policy below.

Unless the trip is fully booked before departure, in which case your berth has been resold and you receive a 90% refund, the following refund amounts will apply:

·        Cancellation over 90 days before departure: 75%

·        Cancellation 61 - 90 days before departure: 50%

·        Cancellation 31 - 60 days before departure: 25%

·        Cancellation 30 days or less before departure: 0%

What's included

Refreshments

Lunch, tea/coffee, and biscuits

Instruction

Sailing instruction

Equipment

Life jacket and safety line

What's not included

Recommended

Camera and/or binoculars

Travel costs

Travel insurance; transportation to/from the ship

Location

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1. Lerwick, Shetland ZE1, UK

Lerwick, Shetland ZE1, UK

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