We’ve reached the final leg of our incredible journey aboard the 112ft schooner ARGO, and it’s time for our student crew to put their hard-earned skills to the test. In this episode, we set sail from

What's next after Dominica? A sunrise hike, wreck dives, and an underwater tribute to a legend. In this episode of Argo's Sea|mester adventure, the crew sets sail from Dominica to the charming French islands of Les Saintes. After dropping anchor, we kick things off with a sunrise hike offering panoramic island views-well worth the early wake-up call. Next, we sail north to Guadeloupe, where the underwater exploration continues. From diving the historic wreck of the Franjack to visiting the Cousteau Marine Reserve-home to vibrant reef life and the iconic statue of Jacques Cousteau-it's a diver's dream come true. The journey winds down in the peaceful town of Deshaies, where Argo prepares for her next passage: a blue-water sail to Antigua. If you're curious about life at sea, passionate about marine conservation, or just chasing the call of adventure-this is the episode for you. Subscribe to keep sailing with us, and visit Seamester.com to learn how you can join the crew.

What's it like to explore the Nature Island of the Caribbean? Join Argo's crew as they arrive in Dominica for another epic Sea|mester adventure! In this episode, we dive into Dominica's natural wonders-literally. From bubbling underwater vents at the famous Champagne Reef to hiking through lush rainforest to discover not one, not two, but three stunning waterfalls, the crew experiences the island's wild beauty both above and below the surface. Whether you're into adventurous sailing, passionate about marine life, or dreaming of joining a semester at sea, this video is packed with unforgettable moments in one of the Caribbean's most unspoiled destinations. Subscribe to follow more of Argo's global voyage and visit Seamester.com to learn how you can become part of the crew.

What's it like to island hop between Saint Vincent & the Grenadines and St. Lucia? You're about to find out! In this video the crew of Argo hike up volcanos and SCUBA dive vibrant coastal reefs in Saint Vincent before setting sail for St. Lucia. The adventure doesn't stop there, with Argo now moored underneath Petit Piton the crew visit the world's only drive in Volcano, La Soufrière! Whether you're fan of adventurous sailing, a future student, or keen diver, enjoy our clips of Argo's crew exploring the Caribbean islands. Subscribe to follow more of Sea|mester's adventures as our vessels continue to circumnavigate the globe and visit Seamester.com for more information about becoming a student.

Want to know how Sea|mester feeds a boat full of students? This video explores a few of the ways in which food is bought, caught and cooked onboard to feed 20 crew as they sail across the Pacific! From a massive provision in Panama to a huge tuna caught on the way to the Galapagos, and even how a student incorporates the two into her day as head chef onboard, this video dives into what it looks like to cook and eat onboard STV Vela. Whether you're a fishing fan, future student, or avid sailor, enjoy our clips of Vela's crew catching a 80-100lb tuna, provisioning for a Pacific crossing and more. Subscribe to follow more of Sea|mester's adventures as our vessels continue to circumnavigate the globe and visit Seamester.com for more information about becoming a student.

Exploring Bat Caves, SCUBA Diving & Student Science in Saint Vincent | Sailing on 112ft Schooner ARGO We go stern to the beach in the stunning Petit Byahaut Bay, Saint Vincent, as we dive into another unforgettable ocean adventure aboard the 112ft schooner ARGO! In this episode, we explore mysterious coastal bat caves, SCUBA dive through vibrant underwater ecosystems, and conduct hands-on marine science using student-built BRUVS (Baited Remote Underwater Video Systems) to capture footage of elusive sea life. Our journey continues down the coast to the beautiful Young Island, where the adventure doesn't stop. From exploration to education, this is what life at sea is all about! Perfect for ocean lovers, aspiring scientists, divers, and sailors alike-get ready for stunning scenery, real-world research, and life aboard a sailing expedition. ? Subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss the next leg of our voyage!

Sea|mester's 112ft schooner, STV Vela, transits the Panama Canal! Join us as the students onboard Sea|mester's Spring 2025 program transit the Panama Canal for a once in a lifetime opportunity. Within 24 hours, the crew onboard made their way from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific through one of the manmade wonders of the world. Sharing locks with a cargo ship, a pink skied-full moon backdrop, dance parties in the rain and sailing under the Bridge of the Americas were just a few of the highlights from the transit. Whether you're looking for what to expect when going through the Canal, or interested in some of the most unique experiences that Sea|mester has to offer, this video explores the challenges, triumphs and everything in between from the 22 person crew as they make the transit. Subscribe to follow more of Sea|mester's adventures as our vessels continue to circumnavigate the globe! MUSIC: Hang Loose, Alabama Shakes, Boys & Girls Shoegaze, Alabama Shakes, Sound & Color The Adults are Talking, The Strokes, The New Abnormal San Francisco, The Mowgli's, Waiting for the Dawn Take a Walk, Passion Pit, Gossamer Visit Seamester.com for more information on becoming a study abroad or gap year student.

Sailing from Barbados to St. Vincent & the Grenadines on the 112ft Schooner ARGO | experience Turtles, Challenge Islands, Pirates of the Caribbean filming locations and more! Join us on an incredible adventure as we sail from Barbados to the exotic islands of St. Vincent & the Grenadines including Union Island, Tobago Cays and Saint Vincent aboard the 112ft schooner ARGO! This journey is packed with exciting moments, from a turtle fighting an octopus to intense challenge island activities! Whether you're a sailor, diver, or simply an ocean lover, this video is packed with breathtaking views and thrilling moments from life at sea. Subscribe and come along for the ride as we navigate one of the most remote and beautiful places on Earth! ? Don't forget to hit the bell for notifications of our next adventure! ?

We've just completed an epic Atlantic crossing! Starting from Cape Town, South Africa, we've sailed 6,150 nautical miles, with stops in St. Helena and Fernando de Noronha, all aboard the 112ft Schooner ARGO. In this video, join us as we wrap up our incredible journey from South America to the sunny shores of Barbados. Along the way, we've faced everything from mid-ocean engine repairs to diving into the fascinating wreck of a tourist submarine-an adventure unlike any other! Whether you're passionate about sailing, diving, or simply love the open ocean, this video offers stunning views and thrilling moments from life at sea. Subscribe and follow along as we explore some of the most remote and beautiful corners of the Earth! ? Hit the bell to stay updated on our next big adventure! ?

MID Atlantic SWIM call in 10,000 FEET of blue water & Brazil's BEST beaches Sailing 3900 nautical miles from St Helena to Fernando De Noronha aboard the 112ft Schooner ARGO | Mid Ocean Swims, Brazil's best beaches, baby sharks & more! Join us on an incredible adventure as we sail from the remote island of St Helena to the Brazilian Archipelago of Fernando De Noronha. This journey is packed with exciting moments, from mid ocean swims, baby sharks to the world's best beach! In this video, you'll experience: Ocean swimming in 10,000 foot deep blue water Snorkelling with baby reef sharks in Fernando De Noronha Island exploration and some of the most scenic vistas imaginable. Whether you're a sailor, diver, or simply an ocean lover, this video is packed with breathtaking views and thrilling moments from life at sea. Subscribe and come along for the ride as we navigate one of the most remote and beautiful places on Earth! ? Don't forget to hit the bell for notifications of our next adventure! ? Chapters #Sailing #sthelena #ARGO #SchoonerAdventure #sharks #babyshark ##MarineLife #brazil #OceanAdventure #TravelVlog #SailingJourney #AdventureVlog #TravelYouTube #NatureLovers #SeaLife #AdventureAwaits #fernandodenoronha #turtlebeach #oceanswim #PADI #Seamester

Sailing from Cape Town to St Helena on the 112ft Schooner ARGO | Whale Sharks, SCUBA Diving & More! Join us on an incredible adventure as we sail from Cape Town to the remote island of St Helena aboard the 112ft schooner ARGO! This journey is packed with exciting moments, from mid passage engine repairs to swimming with wild Whale Sharks and Dolphins. In this video, you'll experience: Mid Passage Engine Cooling Pipe Repairs - A crucial fix to keep our ship sailing smoothly across the Atlantic. Swimming with Whale Sharks & Dolphins - Get up close and personal with one of the ocean's most majestic creatures! SCUBA Diving in Caverns - Dive into underwater caves full of colourful marine life and diverse fish species. Tidal Pool Exploration - Discover the hidden wonders of St Helena's natural tidal pools (Lots Wifes Pond) Whether you're a sailor, diver, or simply an ocean lover, this video is packed with breathtaking views and thrilling moments from life at sea. Subscribe and come along for the ride as we navigate one of the most remote and beautiful places on Earth! ? Don't forget to hit the bell for notifications of our next adventure! ? Chapters 00:00 - 00:19 - Intro 00:20 - 01:17 - Departing Cape Town 01:18 - 03:05 - First day of passage 03:06 - 05:09 - Raising the main sail 05:10 - 07:24 - Engine Fix 07:25 - 10:47 - Dinner 10:48 - 11:23 - Epic drone shot 11:24 - 12:23 - Sail Repairs 12:24 - 13:17 - Thump Matt 13:18 - 14:43 - Weather with Calum 14:44 - 15:01 - Nearing St Helena 15:02 - 17:31 - Main Sail Strike 17:32 - 18:01 - Anchoring 18:02 - 18:46 - Welcome to St. Helena 18:47 - 22:35 - Tidal Pool Hike 22:36 - 25:13 - SCUBA Dive 25:14 - 29:16 - Whale Shark Encounter!! 29:17 - 30:06 - Passage Planning 30:07 - 30:52 - Raising Anchor 30:53 - 31:30 - Departing St. Helena #Sailing #CapeTownToStHelena #ARGO #SchoonerAdventure #WhaleSharks #SCUBADiving #TidalPoolExploration #MarineLife #UnderwaterCaverns #StHelena #OceanAdventure #TravelVlog #SailingJourney #WhaleSharkSwimming #ShipRepair #AdventureVlog #TravelYouTube #NatureLovers #SeaLife #DivingInStHelena #AdventureAwaits #StHelenaIsland #VesselFix #WhaleShark #Dolphins #PADI #Seamester

#freediving #rescue #sailing #atlantic #studyabroad #gapyear Interested in joining us on a life-changing voyage? Head to our website below for all the details. - https://www.seamester.com/ Request a viewbook of all our voyages - https://www.seamester.com/request-a-viewbook/ ---------------------------------------------------- We are about to embark on a journey aboard our 112-foot schooner S/Y Argo from Cape Town, South Africa, to the Caribbean. Along the way, we will visit incredible destinations such as St. Helena, Brazil, and Devil's Island. This voyage offers students a real sense of adventure and also the chance for our student crew to earn up to 12 college credits from the University of South Florida (USF) through our fully accredited academic program. But before we set sail, there's a lot of work to be done. This video starts in Argo's interim period, when we overhaul the anchor chains, deep clean everything from the decks to the bilges, and then provision her with enough food to get our student crew and staff across an ocean! With the arrival of our students, we head out on epic marine biology excursions, from dolphin-spotting kayak tours to seaweed foraging in the same kelp forest featured in My Octopus Teacher! Then some intense sail training before setting sail for Antigua! ---------------------------------------------------- (https://www.instagram.com/seamester/) (https://www.facebook.com/Seamester.programs) (https://www.tiktok.com/@sea.mester?lang=en) ----------------------------------------------------

We're sailing from Bali to Mauritius aboard S/Y Argo, a 112ft two-masted staysail schooner, and we just lost our propeller.... Having travelled 4000 nautical miles from Bali, we were motor sailing towards Mauritius in the Indian Ocean when we suddenly lost speed. After some investigation (a GoPro tied to a boat hook) our worst fears were realised, our propeller was no more! In this this video you'll see everything it took to get Argo out of the water in Mauritius and fitted with a brand new Max Prop and shaft. https://www.seamester.com

The Seamester experience is designed to be adventurous, so to say that there are no risks would be misleading. However, awareness of these inherent risks is the key to developing the strategies we use to manage them. Managing risk is a significant responsibility and is something we take seriously. Naturally, our staff plays an integral role in our risk management strategy. Most team members are multi-talented, combining professional training and practical expertise with the more traditional university, graduate, and post-graduate degree education. Our staff includes U.S. Coast Guard, and MCA licensed captains, marine scientists, oceanographers, medically trained personnel, and PADI scuba instructors. The Student to staff ratio is typically 4:1, providing close interaction and individual attention. Along with the majority of the world's highest quality yachts, Seamester schooners proudly fly the red ensign. The U.K. Ship Registry is renowned for its high international standards of maritime safety, and each vessel undergoes a thorough annual inspection to maintain its classification. In addition to our standard safety equipment, such as personal flotation devices, tethers and harnesses, EPIRBS, immersion suits, and liferafts, the ability to communicate effectively is essential in mitigating risk. We have an established communication protocol, and utilizing satellite connectivity, our teams can communicate by voice or data anywhere on the planet. To add additional support, we partner with an international emergency response firm to provide integrated medical assistance for the remote environments we operate in. Our partner provides us world-class medical advice, security services, and evacuation coordination anywhere in the world. Risk management is a partnership, so we rely on our students taking an active role in maintaining their own safety. Taught by our staff, and then reinforced through practical application, students employ safe practices during everyday activities, and through repetition, these practices become second nature. Throughout the voyage, students are expected to exhibit good judgment, and display appropriate leadership behavior, in addition to developing proficient risk management skills themselves. Through experience, we've learned that the most successful semesters are those when everyone aboard is fully committed to creating a supportive and safe environment for all.

As a crewmember aboard a Seamester sailing vessel, not only are you an integral part of sailing the vessel from point a to point b, but also managing all other aspects of life aboard a sailing yacht. All responsibilities on board are divided up using a small rotational chart referred to as the job wheel. The job wheel assigns each crew member with their role for the upcoming day. Every morning the wheel turns, giving you a new responsibility. Here are just a few of the roles you will fill during your seamester voyage. Skipper: The skipper serves as the leader of the vessel. As skipper you ensure that all onboard operations and program activities are running smoothly and on time. And in the evening you'll record the day's activities in the ship's log. Chef/Sous Chef Potentially the most important role aboard, the head chef and sous chef plan and prepare each meal, serving up delicious food to everyone on board. Bosun/Deckie As bosun, you are the leader of the deckie team. You'll head up all on deck activities such as securing dinghies, deck washes, and setting and striking the ensign at sunrise and sunset. Engineer As engineer you'll ensure all boat systems are operating smoothly. With regular system checks, you'll monitor the engine, generator, and water maker to ensure safe operation. Working as a crew provides a great platform for strong bonds and lifelong friendships to form. And being responsible for every aspect of life aboard the vessel makes it truly feel like you've earned every mile of your voyage.

On all Seamester voyages, you and your fellow students serve as active members of the crew. This includes the unique and challenging role of creating meals for everyone on board. Once every 20-30 days, you and another crew member will be responsible, for making breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the entire crew. So what is the food like? That's really up to whoever is the head chef that day. A few days before your turn as head chef you'll be asked to write up your meal plans for that day, plus all of the ingredients you'll need to make it happen. While it's somewhat of a blank canvas, you'll have to keep in mind things like the boat's current location, supplies on board, and ingredients available at our next port, as well as options to provide for students with dietary restrictions and allergies. At most ports-of-call, a provisioning team will visit the local grocery store and markets to fill up a small convoy of shopping carts with fresh produce and food. After returning to the vessel with the supplies, you'll work as a team to store the provisions into every nook and cranny for the days ahead. When it's your day as the head chef, you'll find all your ingredients and spend time in the galley, alongside your sous-chef, bringing your recipes to life. Whether you fancy yourself as the next Top Chef or feel like Mac n' Cheese is more your comfort level, your staff will be there to help guide you through your cooking experience. When your culinary creation is ready, it's time to gather on deck to enjoy your delicious home-cooked dinner with your crew while you take in the beautiful views from a life at sea.

Depending on your Seamester voyage, passages between ports of call can range anywhere from a short 4-hour sail up to 18 days at sea. While it takes the entire crew to raise the anchor and set sail, once you're underway, it only takes a handful of the crew to stand watch and maintain the proper course. As a Seamester student, you play an active part of that crew and will be responsible for standing watch alongside your staff. The crew is typically split into three watch teams. Watches run continuously from the time the vessel leaves port until the anchor drops at our next destination. The standard watch schedule is usually 4 hours on, followed by 8 hours off. Each watch team is paired with at least one staff member, and each member of the watch will alternate through the following primary duties to ensure the safe passage of the vessel. Helmsperson: On the helm, you are the ship's pilot, using compass and GPS navigation to guide the vessel along its plotted course. Bow Watch: At least one crew member must stand watch at the bow of the vessel. Serving as the eyes of the helmsperson, you'll look out for other ships and navigational hazards while occasionally being joined by some oceanic visitors. Boat Check: Lastly, it's of vital importance to monitor all vessel systems. Every hour you'll do a ship walkthrough, checking things like rigging, battery voltage, and fluid levels, and recording the vessel position in the ship's log. As a watch team member, knowing that YOU are in charge of the vessel's safe passage across the world's oceans gives you an incredible sense of responsibility and accomplishment, one that you won't find with any other study abroad program.

We're currently building our third vessel, S/Y Vela. Take a minute and check out the progress we're making - she's coming right along! S/Y Vela will be sailing on her first Gap Year and Study Abroad voyage in February 2020. Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud

Hear from some of the students who have learned to sail and scuba dive while traveling the world during their semester abroad with Seamester.

Discover the semester at sea that will put you miles ahead. Spend your semester abroad exploring the world from the deck of a sailing vessel. Study abroad while crossing oceans and experiencing cultures and continents with strangers turned friends. Earn college credit in marine sciences and seamanship as you earn sailing and scuba diving certifications. Each new wonder - whether it's a pod of dolphins accompanying you on a leg of your voyage or the shout of "land ho" signaling your next shoreside excursion is near - is testament to the discovery and accomplishment of you and your crew.