5 Day Cruises for Schools
Cruises last 5 days from the Monday to Friday and normally explore the East Coast of Essex and Suffolk by going to sea and anchoring overnight in one of the many rivers and estuaries available. The new crew boards Thalatta – often at The Hythe, Maldon, and are straightaway given an introductory talk explaining the ‘rules of the ship’ and safety instructions. From that point on ship routine entails sailing the vessel, using the dinghies, learning about wildlife, food preparation in the galley, writing up the log and many other activities.
We explore the
rivers and estuaries
of the East Coast of
Essex, Suffolk and
Kent and go to sea,
weather permitting!
Day Sails
Day Sails are run when school parties are not using the barge for cruises. As implied, a group of up to 12 people are taken for a trip starting and ending at the same location, such as Ipswich wet dock. This group is fully catered for with refreshments morning and afternoon, together with a full lunch with wine. Those wishing to do so are encouraged to take the helm