• Out on the open water on the two-masted clipper Hester

    Lelystad, 14 February 2018 - From the nautical Hanseatic city of Kampen you can sail swiftly out towards the IJsselmeer, Markermeer or the Frisian (Wadden) islands on the convivial, 40-metre-long clipper. The possibilities on and in the water are endless. Whether you’re keen to muck in and help hoist the sail or would prefer to relax and just enjoy being together with the group in an anchorage, anything’s possible on board the Hester. They do their utmost to give their guests an unforgettable experience each and every time, and strike the right balance between being active and relaxing.

  • Introducing: Zippi, captain on the Klipper Allure

    Introducing: Zippi, captain on the Klipper Allure

    Lelystad, 2 February 2018 – The comfortable, spacious clipper Allure is owned by captain Zippi. She’s crazy about sailing, is a great listener and prefers to decide where the sailing trip will head together with the group. Whether it’s a wonderful meandering trip across the IJsselmeer, the Markermeer or the Wadden Sea. At the end of the day she’s of the opinion that it’s not about the destination but much more importantly about everyone feeling at home and able to relax on board her convivial, 32-metre-long ship.

  • The NAUPAR ships are ready for the winter

    Lelystad, 8 November 2017 – Winter is right around the corner, but that’s not something we need to remind our captains of, as several ships have already undergone a (minor) metamorphosis and are now 100% prepared for the winter. These changes range from placing a heater aboard the Abel Tasman and patio heater on the deck of the Summertime to double glazing on the Pouwel Jonas. And many more changes!

  • Rare bird species breeding at Marker Wadden and you can watch!

    Lelystad, 12 September 2017 – Good news for birdwatchers! The new Marker Wadden has already proven to be a bird paradise and offers a safe place to brood to more than 2,000 breeding pairs. Natuurmonumenten (Society for the Preservation of Nature) is very pleased about this, as there are not only anenormous number of birds, but also species that rarely breed anywhere in the Netherlands anymore.

  • NAUPAR now also affiliated with HISWA: good news for consumers!

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    Lelystad, 12 September 2017 - NAUPAR has joined HISWA, a membership that guarantees quality in the water sports industry. Companies wanting to join HISWA must not only demonstrate that they are professional and reliable, but also committed to the General Terms and Conditions of HISWA.

  • The best activities on board? Check out NAUPAR's top three!

    Lelystad, 25 July 2017 – Of course, NAUPAR sailing trips are unforgettable no matter what, whether you step on board a traditional sailing boat and discover the IJsselmeer or Wadden Sea or visit a harbour city and spend the night on the ship, only to pop up on deck the next day feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, ready for day two! But to make your trip even more unforgettable, NAUPAR has put together a list of the three most enjoyable activities on board.