Holland America Line’s Volendam has reached Pitcairn Island in the southern Pacific Ocean, said to be one of the most isolated inhabited places on Earth.

The call took place on day 46 of its 133-day Grand World Voyage that set sail from Fort Lauderdale on January 4.

Located about 1,350 miles east-southeast of Tahiti, Pitcairn is the only inhabited one in a group of four volcanic islands, and home to a population of 38 people.

Since the company considers it impractical for cruise guests to disembark at Pitcairn, the islanders brought the island onboard.

A delegation of 28 residents, led by the island’s mayor, came aboard Volendam to meet guests and share what it’s like to live on the island.

Residents spoke with guests about life in one of the world’s most remote communities, and presented handcrafted items made by local families.

In addition to the cultural exchange, Volendam’s team worked with Pitcairn’s leadership to provide support to the island.

Since the island receives supply ships only about four times a year, Hotel General Manager Florin Dragomir coordinated a donation of fresh provisions, including milk, meat, and eggs.

A small group of Volendam team members were also invited ashore to visit Pitcairn Island, allowing them to experience it and report back to guests and crew onboard.

Volendam Captain Rens van Eerten exchanged plaques with Pitcairn’s mayor to commemorate the occasion.