What activities are there on an expedition charter?

William Mc Nally
Yacht charter broker, DMA Yachting

Expedition yachts are adventure platforms, not just floating hotels. The core activities are zodiac landings to reach shorelines and wildlife, guided hikes and nature walks, world-class diving and snorkeling, sea kayaking, and paddleboarding in sheltered spots. In the Galapagos and the Pacific that means snorkeling alongside turtles, rays and sea lions.

The most serious expedition yachts go further, carrying helicopters for heli-hiking and aerial sightseeing, and even submersibles for deep dives, opening up terrain no other charter can reach.

Which activities are available depends on the yacht and the region’s rules, so tell us what your group loves, diving, hiking, photography, and we shortlist accordingly.