Hi, I'm Maarten. Licensed skipper and instructor for sailing and motorised ships. You'll find me very often on the boats in Amsterdam and Haarlem, but whenever I have a little time I love to take you on a private sailing tour, either near Amsterdam (de Kaag) or on accomodated ships on the Waddenzee and Friesland.  On this page you'll find a few of the companies I'm happy to work for as a skipper.  

Qualifications: KVB1, KVB2, GVB (SRB), Captain of Sailingvessels up to 500 metric tonnes (Zeilbewijs), VHF-radio, SHV, Dive Master and currently finishing the last segments of EU-qualification for any ships. 
Languages spoken: English, French, German, Dutch.
( я учусь говорить по-русски)

International experience: Deliveries in Asia, Mediterranean and Northsea

+31614797801

Klipper de Hester,  with an overall length of 45 meters is an absolute beauty. With hotel accommodation for 36 guests in 14 cabins (57 day guests), she has a modern and luxury interior.

The outdoor kitchen,  jacuzi, dingy and a speedboat plus watertoys for entertainment this ship has many groups coming back every year.  Book the Hester directly

Klipper de "Groninger" is a seaworthy klipper from 1919. In the cozy and comfortable interior there is accommodation for 12 / 10 guests. The ship has an overall length of 25 meter and includes all items needed for an extended stay.

The ship sails to the Dutch islands on the Waddenzee, and can still go on the beautiful canals and small lakes of Friesland. Book de Groninger here

I'm licensed and experienced in both the cities of Amsterdam and Haarlem, and work on both the classic ships as the modern guided tours. 

I work as a freelance skipper mostly for Aemstelland, Smidtje, ABH and Flagship. During the tours I can narrate and explain in English, French, German and Dutch.

Master the art of sailing with me. I've been teaching sailing since a very young age, and know the areas of the Kaag and Friesland like the back of my hand. 

During quiet times I'll gladly take small groups on interactive experience days, where you'll either improve your skills on a boat, or do an introduction on sailing. Be aware, these days are very interactive and involve opening bridges, self-commanding the boat and more. Find my full tripadvisor profile here to book a day and read the reviews. 

With lots of seamiles in chartered and unchartered territory, I'm available as a transfer/delivery skipper or a private captain in easier waters such as Greece and Croatia. 

I have extensive knowledge of ship & engine technology, navigation, and repair/maintenance skills to provide safe and succesful passage. 

View some of the itineraries I can help organize in Croatia or Greece