Tall Ships Youth Adventure Voyages
Pelican's tall ships Youth Adventure Voyages are specifically for young people aged 15-25. These exciting voyages of usually 10-12 days are designed to be challenging, enabling crew members to develop both personally and as part of a team.
Experience the excitement of a real adventure. Discover your true self, learn life skills, gain confidence and make friendships that will last a lifetime. Become a member of the crew aboard the TS Pelican for an adventure you will never forget!
Join the crew for an adventure sailing voyage, compete in the exciting Tall Ships Races or why not take the ultimate challenge and join us for a three-month transatlantic expedition during your gap year?
No sailing experience is necessary - just energy and enthusiasm.
Find out how to get on board the Pelican for an adventure to remember.
Gain New Skills and Qualifications On A Tall Ships Youth Voyage
Instruction in seamanship and navigation is given by the permanent crew and with additional effort you can obtain RYA Shorebased and Practical qualifications. A voyage on Pelican can count towards the residential element of the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.
Join A Tall Ships Youth Voyage...Be Part Of Something Unique
Each voyage is unique and special. The individuals on board become a ship's crew. Being on board is a hands-on experience which involves more than just sailing - it will include sail handling, watch keeping, working aloft, ship's cleaning, maintenance and food preparation. Whilst having an amazing time, you will create memories and form friendships that last a lifetime.
Want to know what others thought of their time onboard? Read about their experiences in our Young People's Blogs section.
Find out how to fund your voyage
The whole experience was amazing, it's hard to explain because it's not just one thing, it's all of it that makes it amazing.
