About Us

WHO WE ARE

STS Leeuwin II is Australia’s largest sail-training tall ship, a beautiful three-masted 1850’s-style barquentine built, owned and operated in Western Australia by the Leeuwin Ocean Adventure Foundation Limited, a registered Western Australian charity run by a dedicated team of staff and volunteers. STS Leeuwin II is an accredited Blue Flag vessel, which means that it adheres to high standards in water quality, environmental management, environmental education, safety, social responsibility and responsible operation around wildlife.

WHAT WE DO

Youth Programs

STS Leeuwin II is used to run youth programs, as part of the Leeuwin Ocean Adventure Foundation aiming to develop core skills or support high school students with their WASSA and WACE units.  Joining a Leeuwin Explorer Voyage will have a life-changing impact on any young person, building resilience giving them the edge and boosting their employability.  

In addition to youth programs, STS Leeuwin II offers the opportunity for everyone to sail on board the tall ship. Guests can get involved with setting the sails or experience the outdoors with their friends and family.

It is the best thing I have ever done. I learnt so much, especially about myself — Kacey from Leederville, November 2018

Leeuwin Ocean Adventure is a Registered Activity Provider for the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award through Awards WA. The Duke of Ed Award is a global non-formal education framework which challenges young people to discover their potential and find their purpose, passion and place in the world. The Duke of Ed Award offers international currency and credibility – across the world, an Award stands for something and showcases success.

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LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS

Day Sail

STS Leeuwin II offers a unique opportunity for everyone to sail on-board a magnificent tall ship and take away memories life. Whether with friends or family, get involved with setting the sails or just feel the wind on your face – tall ship sailing is not quite like anything else you can do on the weekend.  

LEARN ABOUT OUR DAY SAILS

STS Leeuwin II is an accredited Blue Flag vessel. Find out more about the Blue Flag network, a world renowned eco-label operated under the auspices of the Foundation for Environmental Education, headquartered in Copenhagen. 

Blue Flag Network

The Ship

STS Leeuwin II is a three-masted sail training ship designed in an 1850’s barquentine style. The ship was launched in 1986.

It is 55 metres long and 33 metres tall. It has 16 sails with a total of 810m2 of canvas.

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Sail training tall ship STS Leeuwin II

  • Specification: Three masted barquentine, 1850’s style rig
  • Launched: 2 August 1986
  • Construction: Steel hull, teak deck
  • Length overall: 55 metres
  • Length on deck: 40 metres
  • Beam: 9 metres
  • Draught depth: 3.4 metres
  • Height of the main mast: 33 metres
  • Displacement: 344 tonnes
  • Sails: 16 sails, over 810 square metres of fabric
  • Accommodation: 15 crew and 40 trainees
  • Designer: Len Randell A.R.I.N.A
  • Builder: Transfield (ASI) Pty Ltd, Henderson WA
  • Survey: 1B, 1D
  • Safety System: Australian Maritime Safety Authority ISM Certification

Our History

This ship will bond you to her for life – Roger Hales

Leeuwin launches Volunteer Intern Program

This March, Leeuwin Ocean Adventure launched the first Volunteer Internship Program with funding support through the State Government through the […]

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Gresser’s Next Adventure onboard Leeuwin

East Perth local, Mark Gresser (32) who has cycled over 29,600 kilometres between Australia and France, is excited for his […]

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Leeuwin Education Manager builds relations

In February, the Leeuwin recruited our new Education Manager, Michelle Reidy-Crofts. With the engagement of an Education Manager, Leeuwin is building […]

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Leeuwin Announce Southern Ports Partnership

Southern Ports have generously provided part sponsorship for two young people from the Great Southern region for a Leeuwin voyage […]

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Leeuwin Invitation to Trade Group Training Associations

Using the power of sail training to influence positive change and development in young people studying trade apprenticeships, Leeuwin Ocean […]

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CBH Group offer six recipients top experience

In January, five recipients from each of the CBH Group grain growing zones received a part-scholarship to board a 7-day Leeuwin youth […]

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Anglicare sponsee enjoys Ultimate Challenge

Roleystone woman, Corrina Smart (21), has just returned to dry land after taking part in the 2018 Ultimate Challenge Voyage […]

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Leeuwin Adventure ignites passion for Marine Pilot

In 1991, now Mid West Marine Pilot Shannon Nicholson, first boarded the STS Leeuwin II on a 5-day voyage which ignited his […]

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2018 Leeuwin Woodside Cadets Announced

Last week, interviews for the 2018 Leeuwin Woodside Cadetship were held by CEO Carol Shannon, Captain Sarah Robinson and Woodside […]

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Shire of Harvey and the Leeuwin

On Tuesday 30 January, Leeuwin CEO Carol Shannon took to the road to celebrate the 30 year partnership between the Shire of […]

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