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Tom Levitt, MSN Environment Editor

Rainbow Warrior: through the porthole

What it is like on board the rainbow warrior?

The Rainbow Warrior, Greenpeace’s flagship boat, is probably the most famous ship in the world. Campaigning all over the world against environmental destruction.

It started life protesting against nuclear testing and indeed Rainbow Warrior I ended its life during one such protest mission in the Pacific.

You can learn more about the history of the boat in our feature. Or to take a closer look below at life onboard Rainbow Warrior II.

Origins of the ship
A Dutch home
All around the world
Direct Action
Volunteers
Campaigns
Life onboard
Through the ages
International crew
Life on board
History
Fun onboard
Sailing boat
Rainbow Warrior in London
An ordinary life
Joining the crew
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