Passage Stats
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Distance: 400 Nautical Miles
Total Days: 8
Start Port: Bergen, Norway
End Port: Aberdeen, Scotland
SYNOPSIS
Meet ISBJØRN in her home port of Bergen for her frist ever all-women’s passage! We’ll set sail across the North Sea like true Vikings, with our crosshairs on Fair Isle. This is August’s favorite destination in the whole world, and is one that is not easy to get to. Not even by sailboat! So we can only get in there if the conditions are favorable. If they are not, we’ll keep going on to the Orkneys. Steep cliffs, exciting currents and amazing bird life — and that’s all before you even step ashore!
Our destination is Aberdeen on the east coast of Scotland which is one of the host cities of the Tall Ships Races 2025! Plan on staying here for a few days to witness this wondrous event, and to step aboard some historic tall ships.
typical Weather Pattern
Wind and sea conditions are likely to be relatively calm during July. While the North Sea can be known for its choppy waters, the summer months tend to offer smoother sailing conditions. There are no real prevailing winds, and we’ll be prepared for any point of sail!
July is one of the warmest months in the North Sea region. Daytime temperatures can range from around 59-77ºF (15-25ºC). July is one of the sunniest months for the North Sea, with long daylight hours and extended periods of sunlight, creating ideal visibility.
HOW TO JOIN
To register, click the 'Sign Up' button anywhere on the site. Complete and submit the form indicating ‘2025 ISBJØRN | Bergen – Aberdeen as your preferred passage.
We’ll get back to you within 24-48 hours to confirm bunk availability, send you the long-form crew application & invoice you the 50% deposit to hold your spot. Balance will be due 60 days prior to the trip start date.
Payments are non-refundable. You'll be asked to agree to our terms & conditions on your application before submitting the deposit. Please read them carefully.
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Join the boat at 13:00 on the passage start date. Crew must depart the boat by 12:00 Noon on the passage end date.
Make sure you eat lunch before joining! We’ll get straight into bunk assignments & briefings once all crew have arrived.
Travel logistics & specific itinerary will be sent in the Passage Newsletter #2 emailed to all crew 2-4 months before passage departure.
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All 59º North passages are led by qualified RYA / MCA Yachtmaster Ocean-certified skippers & mates. All miles sailed onboard both boats will count towards your own license mileage requirements. We are happy to provide certificates to this effect for your RYA Day Skipper, Yachtmaster or other countries’ sea-time requirements.
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We now reserve two spots for women on all of our passages! You will not be ‘alone’ when you sail with 59º North. Learn more here.