This summer SKIRR Adventures is supporting a record-breaking, history making challenge by providing a yacht and crew to circumnavigate Iceland.

Sailing on board one of the SKIRR Adventures Clipper 68s, a crew of 7-8 people made up of a pre-selected Skipper, First mate and Second mate and four volunteer crew, will be responsible for delivering the yacht from Gosport, UK to Reykjavik, Iceland (approx. 10-12 days). After a few days of preparation, the yacht and crew will embark on a 90-day circumnavigation of Iceland, acting as a support vessel for a record-breaking endurance athlete who will be attempting to achieve a world’s first…….details of which we cannot yet disclose the details of, but it’s pretty incredible! (Please get in touch to find out more).

Below are the key details that you will need to consider before applying to fill one of the volunteer crew positions.

Crew members would need to be available for the duration of the following dates:

28 April – 10 May 2025

16 May – 14 August 2025

16 August – 28 August 2025

*Dates may be subject to change based on conditions.
**If you are only available for a portion of the above, you may still be considered, however preference will be given to those that can do the full duration.

Any days between the above dates will spent prepping the boat prior for the next passage. During this time crew will remain on board.

SAILING EXPERIENCE
To be eligible as crew, you will need to hold at least an RYA Competent Crew, Clipper Race Level 1, or higher (RYA Day Skipper, RYA Yachtmaster). Equivalent non-certified sailing experience will also be considered.

If you are working towards a qualification, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your miles as well as the opportunity to practice celestial navigation. The deliveries also provide an opportunity for you to complete a qualifying passage – please ask us for more details on this.

AGE 
You must be over 18 years old.

MEDICAL
You must not have any major medical conditions. You will be asked to disclose any medical concerns, allergies, medication.

As a member of the crew, you will be taking part in all aspects of the daily (and nightly) operating of the boat. This includes duties both above and below deck where you will be expected to assist with meal preparations, cooking, cleaning and maintenance where required.

There will be a watch system in place which will set by the Skipper.

There will be a mixture of scheduled and unscheduled stops ashore which will be mostly governed by weather conditions and requirements to refuel/reprovision as needed. Stops will either last a few hours or potentially a day or two (depending on weather) but you can expect to be at sea for up to 14 days between stops.

SLEEPING
The Clipper 68 has open-plan sleeping quarters where each crew member will have their own bunk and space for some storage. Crew members will need to bring their own sleeping bag and pillow along with any other sleeping aids (eyemask/earplugs etc.). Bunks can be fitted with a privacy curtain if required.

EATING
All on-board meals and soft drinks will be provided. Any meals you choose to have whilst ashore (or extra provisions that you wish to purchase), will be at your own expense. We can cater to most dietary requirements but please let us know if you are unsure.

MARINE RESEARCH
Throughout the challenge, crew members will be conducting a series of simple, yet vital ‘citizen science’ projects which are being managed in partnership with the Marine Research Institute of Iceland. This will include surface water sampling to be later analysed for eDNA and microfibres as part of a Europe-wide research programme, monitoring the health of our oceans. In addition to this, crew members will be asked to document whale/dolphin sightings to assess the migratory patterns of different species of marine mammals.

For more information or to apply for the position of volunteer crew for this incredible opportunity, please e-mail us on [email protected]. 

If applying, please provide a summary of your sailing experience along with any qualfications. 

Applications close: 21 April 2025