Falling dry in the Wadden Sea

28.05.2026 09:00 clock
Harlingen
28.05.2026 20:00 clock
Harlingen

Sail into the Wadden Sea on a traditional tall ship and experience how the water slowly recedes – until you suddenly find yourself standing on the seabed! This spectacular natural phenomenon is called falling dry.

The Wadden Sea has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009 and fascinates visitors with its vastness, magic and unique flora and fauna.

On a day trip, you sail with skipper and sailors to one of the most beautiful places in the Wadden Sea. There you will go on a guided mudflat hike, barefoot through the mudflats, accompanied by exciting stories and fascinating insights into this special ecosystem.

In the evening, enjoy dinner together on board as the water slowly recedes. If the wind and tide allow, a short sailing trip rounds off the experience.

You have to experience this adventure – unforgettable and unique.

Included services: guided mudflat hike, coffee, tea, snacks, lunch and dinner and final cleaning.
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available from the crew at the bar at fair prices for cash.

Option Availability Price Quantity
Adult price8175 €
Price child (0-12 years)4150 €

Included services:

  • Guided mudflat hike
  • Coffee & Tea
  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Final cleaning

Exclusive services:

  • other drinks (available on board at fair prices)

Worth knowing:

  • no sailing skills required
  • experienced & German-speaking crew
  • there is no age limit
  • all ships are TÜV certified
A sailing ship with a history. The ship was launched in 1899 under the name "Johanna Christina". At that time it still had only one mast and was 24 meters long. At that time, the ship sailed the Dutch inland waters with cargo. First under sail, later with a motor. The ship was lengthened twice to its current 36 meters. In 1990, the ship was converted into a modern, comfortable and sporty passenger sailing ship. Its name was changed to ACTIEF, thus keeping the memory of its active history alive. The ACTIEF is spacious and comfortably equipped with all amenities for both children and adults. The day room impresses with its brightness and coziness. The very spacious galley/kitchen is directly integrated into the day room. Directly adjacent to the kitchen is a storage room for food. The Actief has a dispensing system and a gas barbecue. Your friendly and dedicated host and skipper on the Actief is: Arnoud. He has a lot of experience and has been sailing since his youth. He will be happy to tell you all about sailing on the ACTIEF. In principle, everything is possible in terms of routes, depending on the wind and tides and in consultation with the skipper.

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