Sail the way James Cook did 240 years ago

For April 2010, the Australian National Maritime Museum is offering a range of options to explore Sydney Harbour and its surrounds aboard HMB Endeavour, a replica of James Cook’s famous vessel of discovery.

Choose from:

An Endeavour Harbour Adventure half-day trip on Sydney Harbour Friday 9 April and Saturday 10 April. Ideal for children aged 7+ and their families because it has lots of fun activities and theatre for the kids.

Tickets are $80 adults, $40 children or $200 for a family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) and include morning or afternoon tea. Bookings essential.

A more adventurous Endeavour Overnight Experience. Saturday 3 April and Monday 5 April 2010

Experience an afternoon sail on Sydney Harbour, followed by dinner and expert presentations on astronomy, navigation or botany. Then curl up in a hammock on the mess deck to experience sleeping on board the Endeavour just as Cook’s men did in the 18th century. It’s a camping experience with a difference!

A challenging Endeavour High Sea Adventure - Offshore voyages 11-15 April and 25-29 April 2010 for five or six days. There are three different trips available. Apply to join as voyage crew, and work alongside professional crew members to experience real 18th-century sailing on the high seas. Or, join as a supernumerary and sail like a gentleman passenger. Fares are $1380 per 5-day voyage.

Voyaging on Endeavour is a unique chance to be part of a living maritime tradition and to enjoy an adventure of a lifetime.

Places are strictly limited for all voyages, so book early to secure your place.

For more information and bookings, email Maritime World or, if in Australia, telephone mobile 0402 160 269 or 02 4960 8415. Overseas callers dial 61 2 4960 8415.