The slave ship Bekestein left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Suriname. About 442 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Bekestein; flag: Netherlands. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Bas, Jacob; Captain: Jensen, Jacob; Investor: Nieuw West Indische Compagnie. The voyage began at Texel on 17 March 1725. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Loango (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Recorded duration of the captives' Atlantic crossing: 41 days. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.