Wind Star is a 148-guest Tauck cruise ship, in service since 1986. This page collects its itineraries, ports of call and technical specifications. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
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A small expedition-size ship at 5,703 gross tons — #337 of 565 ships we track. 39 tons of ship per guest.
Currently on: Treasures of the Aegean (7 nights)
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Wind Star is a compact, four-masted sailing yacht operated by Windstar Cruises and marketed by Tauck on selected small-ship journeys. Built in 1986 and renovated in 2023, the 148-guest vessel emphasizes an informal, yachting-style experience with open teak decks, ocean-view accommodations and a high crew-to-guest ratio. Its small size allows access to ports that larger cruise ships cannot reach, while six self-furling sails provide the ship’s distinctive sailing character.
The ship features wide teak decks, a salt-water pool, whirlpool, pool bar, watersports platform, Yacht Club Café and an intimate four-deck layout. Its six self-furling sails and four-masted profile are central to the onboard experience.
The ship offers World Spa by Windstar, a fitness center, salt-water pool and whirlpool.
Wind Star has no elevator, so guests should be prepared to use stairs between decks and consult Windstar regarding individual mobility requirements.
The vessel uses six self-furling sails as auxiliary propulsion alongside diesel-electric machinery, allowing sailing conditions to contribute to propulsion.
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| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner's SuiteOcean-view suite; queen bed only. | Suite | 1 | 220 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| Category AX DeluxeDeluxe ocean-view stateroom; category code AX. | Oceanview | 24 | 188 sq ft | 3 | 2 |
| Category AOcean-view stateroom; category code A. | Oceanview | 12 | 188 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| Category BX DeluxeDeluxe ocean-view stateroom; category code BX. | Oceanview | 24 | 188 sq ft | 3 | 1 |
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Wind Star is registered in Bahamas.
Wind Star carries about 148 guests with roughly 101 crew.
Wind Star entered service in 1986 and was last refurbished in 2023.
At 5,703 gross tons and 134 m long, Wind Star is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 40% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
There are no formal nights. Evening attire is casual-elegant, with collared shirts or smart casual clothing appropriate for the main restaurants.
Amphora, Veranda, Candles and 24-hour room service are included in the standard cruise fare. Dining is generally open seating.
Standard fares generally treat onboard gratuities as an additional service charge. Windstar's all-inclusive fare includes hotel and beverage service charges.
Wi-Fi is available for purchase. It is included when an applicable all-inclusive fare or package is selected.
Boarding is via stairs, and access to outside decks may require assistance with doors and thresholds. Standard cabins are not designed to be barrier-free or wheelchair accessible.
The ship has no dedicated kids club or named children's facility. Its facilities are centered on dining, sailing, watersports, the pool, spa and fitness.
