The ALEXANDER von HUMBOLDT II

Class Afloat takes place aboard the ALEXANDER von HUMBOLDT II, a German flag registered Class ‘A’ sail training tall ship

Built in 2011, the ALEXANDER von HUMBOLDT II (ALEX-2) offers students a classic ‘Barque’ sailing ship experience with modern amenities and safety systems.

Over the course of the journey, students acquire the skills necessary to sail the ship under the guidance of the Captain and our professional mariner crew.

The ship has dedicated classrooms; large deck space where students can gather outdoors for social activities, meetings and group projects;  four bunk cabins each with head (toilet), sink and shower and a fully equipped galley (kitchen) and large dining area.

Alexander von Humboldt II

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Ship History

1906

The original ship ALEXANDER von HUMBOLDT I is built and named after the famous German explorer Alexander von Humboldt.