Looking for fun, excitement and adventure?

A voyage on board Leeuwin will provide you with the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of sailing and operating a square-rigged sailing ship.

The Shire of York offers two scholarships each year to sail on the STS Leeuwin Sailing Ship. If you are aged between 15-25 years old keep an eye out for our scholarship applications that advertised in November each year on the website and Community Matters.

Leeuwin Programs

Voyage programs aboard the Leeuwin are designed to provide learning experiences promoting personal development, community spirit and enhanced environmental awareness.

• Leeuwin provides a wide range of voyages to suit all ages and    interests.
• All programs aim to provide opportunities for personal growth and development through personal challenge and experiential learning.
• A Leeuwin voyage can be as short as a 3 hour sail or as long as 12 days in length.
• Leeuwin's primary area of operation is along the coast of Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
• You will not need any special equipment for your voyage as we provide specialist sailing clothing, safety equipment and plenty of delicious food.

I have never sailed before?

Most people who come on board Leeuwin have no prior experience, indeed
 many have never been to sea. Don't stress! The first few hours on board
are spent getting to "know the ropes" and more importantly, getting to know each other. Leeuwin voyages are not about learning to sail a tall ship, they are about self exploration, friendships, community spirit, teamwork, self reliance, environmental awareness and much more!!

Activities on board include setting sails, standing a watch during the night and day, taking the helm, navigation and all other experiences which are a part of sailing a magnificent tall ship. Often included in Leeuwin programs are talks from environmental experts, shore expeditions to remote islands and beaches.
Leeuwin operates under the principle of 'challenge by choice' although you are expected to get involved in many aspects of operating the ship, you are not forced to do anything. For example, climbing the mast is optional!!
On board the Leeuwin, 'safety is paramount', and physical and emotional support are awarded top priority.

Life Below Decks

• Modern accommodation below decks includes six and eight berth cabins.
• You will be allocated a comfortable bunk and limited space for your personal luggage in your cabin.
• There are separate bathrooms for men and women with limited hot, fresh water showers.
• The main saloon area is the social centre of the ship it is the dining area, it houses the ship's library and is also a meeting place during crew discussions and expert presentations.
• In the main saloon you can help yourself to coffee, tea or milo at any time, fresh fruit and biscuits are also available.
• During the voyage our qualified chef provides a wide variety of delicious meals from the galley and can cater for most dietary requirements.