She was used as a light vessel as well as a weather ship and pilot station.
During World War II, she was renamedFlensburgand began to serve the German Navy.
Her middle mast was taken out to improve stability, and an anti-aircraft gun was fitted.
The ship was renamedNoorderlicht,and since then she has been functioning as an adventure cruise vessel.
The ship has 10 cabins that provide accommodation for up to 20 passengers.
Two inflatable boats are carried aboard that enables landing and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise inaccessible areas.
It can take a month of delicate maneuvers before the crew gets the ship properly stuck.
Once the ship becomes trapped and immovable, guests starts pouring in.
Sources:Oceanwide Expedition/Wikipedia/The Guardian
