Picton Castle
Picton Castle is a three-masted steel barque built in 1928 in Selby, England, as a North Sea fishing trawler. Rescued from a Norwegian fjord in 1991 by Captain Daniel Moreland and rebuilt in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia through the late 1990s, she became a genuine blue-water square-rigger observing Germanischer Lloyd's rigorous Cape Horner standards. She's completed eight full circumnavigations of the globe, carrying trainee crew — no experience required - across the Caribbean, through the Panama Canal, to the Galapagos, remote Pitcairn Island, French Polynesia, and beyond, delivering supplies to isolated island communities along the way. Trainees sleep in curtained bunkroom berths and fully crew the ship: standing watch, handling sails, and steering. Her voyages were the subject of the TV series Tall Ship Chronicles.
Set sail with Picton Castle. Experience cruises full of excitement, relaxation and discovery
On board Picton Castle, hands-on sailing cruises await, where you'll learn to sail without prior experience – steer, navigate, dive and feel the rhythm of the ocean under sail. What makes these cruises special?
Authentic hands-on sailing
On this historic tall ship you'll gain practical sailing lessons under the guidance of an experienced crew.
Ecological approach and closeness to nature
Cruises emphasize sustainable contact with the ocean – expect diving from Zodiacs, observing wildlife and relaxing under the stars, without mass tourism, providing deep soul renewal.
Variety of cruise types
From training to tourist – on Picton Castle you'll get a combination of adventure and luxury, like fine dining under sail or snorkeling in crystal clear waters, building unforgettable memories.
Comfort with a touch of history
Expect unique cabins with bathrooms, a library and bar on board – this distinguishes the ship, offering 'old money' elegance with a splash of salt, ideal for families, couples or groups seeking authentic maritime elegance.
Concerns we know only too well
A sailing cruise should be exciting, not stressful. And yet - we know that feeling. Doubts whether you'll cope. Chaos in offers. Questions about logistics that no one answers straight. We listen to passengers and travellers - we know what holds them back from setting sail.
