Captain van der Vaart and his crew prepare to welcome a very important guest on board. He also receives a warning from his employer, the V.O.C., about his mismanagement.

A great storm and the sailing of De Kleine Griet clash. The crew's superstitions contribute to a brawl breaking out on the deck of De Kleine Griet.

A drowning man at sea is rescued by Captain Wim and the crew of De Kleine Griet.

After a business visit to the island of Mauritius and an encounter with an apparent pirate, Captain Wim is rewarded with a cargo of very expensive and rare wine.

Vinkie realizes, after playing a trick on Bas, that he is very lonely. Costa also has a longing for female company after a long time alone at sea.

Tensions are running high among the crew of De Kleine Griet after a long journey together.

After a major error of judgment by Arnoud, which jeopardizes his position at the V.O.C., Wim decides to help him.