This voyage is an amazing opportunity to circumnavigate Shetland by sea!

You will join the Swan crew in Lerwick at 10:00 on Saturday 29th May for a safety briefing, and introduction to the boat and your fellow crewmates, before heading off for 9 days and nights exploring the stunning Shetland coastline. You will return to Lerwick with new friends and memories, to disembark at 10:00 on Monday 7th June.

The skipper will set a course based on taking best advantage of the weather, wind and tides. You will stop overnight at various places around Shetland, possibly including some of the islands such as Papa Stour, Unst, Yell, Fetlar, Skerries or Whalsay. Mainland points of interest or overnight stops could include Sumburgh Head, St Ninians, Eshaness, Collafirth and many more.

Whilst taking in the spectacular views and wildlife the northmost UK islands have to offer, you and your crew mates will work as a team to make your voyage happen. You will be shown how to work the lines, hoist the sails and even take a turn on the helm.  All tasks are shared, and everyone joins in, from the most to the least experienced.

Boarding in Lerwick on Saturday 29 May at 10:00

Disembark in Lerwick on Monday 7 June at 10:00

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. 

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

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%

For information, these are the conditions you agreed to when completing your booking form for the trip:

1. In this agreement, the Swan Trust shall be known as “the trust” and the person or body in whose name the voyage is booked shall be called “the client”.

2. Any individuals aged under 18, must be accompanied by a responsible adult, who is responsible for their supervision at all times. 

3. The voyage fee covers berth, food (as specified in the trip descriptor), sailing instruction and travel while on board but not travel to or from the vessel.

4. The trust agrees that if unforeseen circumstances arise, other than stress of weather, to prevent the voyage taking place, a full refund will be made.

5. The trust reserves the right to make alteration to the published Sailing Programme where necessary but will inform the client of any relevant changes.

6. The trust reserves the right to exclude any client considered unsuitable without explanation.

7. The client agrees to sail under the command of the vessel’s Skipper and abide by his or her decisions and carry out duties assigned.

8. Swan is insured for legal liabilities whilst the client is onboard. However, this does not cover travel to and from the boat and the trust cannot take responsibility for personal valuables or for any illness, injury or accident sustained through no fault of the trust, or while the client is ashore. The client is advised to take out their own travel insurance for the trip, ensuring their policy covers sailing, cruising and yachting and cancellation insurance.

9. The client must ensure they hold an up to date passport if travelling to/in another country.

10. No livestock or pets may be brought aboard the vessel.

11. No illegal drugs may be brought or consumed on board the vessel.