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Choose the Right Boat for your Water-Based Adventure

The boat you choose shapes your entire journey, which is why we've handpicked a fleet of small ships, riverboats, motor yachts, catamarans and sailing vessels that offer not just safety and comfort, but a sense of place and purpose.

Each is chosen to suit the destination and the spirit of the adventure—whether it's the quiet charm of a traditional sailing boat or the refined ease of a well-equipped yacht. With a focus on small group travel and low-impact exploration, our boats provide more than just transport; they’re part of the experience.

Wherever you’re headed, we’ll match you with the perfect vessel so your time on the water feels as rewarding as the places you discover.

Expedition

Exploris One

Wake up aboard the Exploris One, where breathtaking ocean views from your cabin spark your inner poet. The suites even have balconies. This intimate ship, hosting 144 ...

Heritage Adventurer

Heritage Adventurer is a true pioneering expedition vessel of exceptional pedigree. Often referred to as the ‘Grande Dame of Polar Exploration’ due to her celebrated ...

MV Quest

The ship was built in Denmark in 1992 to serve as a ferry along the west coast of Greenland. In 2004-2005, it was completely refurbished into a comfortable expedition ...

MV Stella & MV Ventus

Indulge in first class Chilean travel onboard the Stella Australis or Ventus Australis. Both boats offer a relaxed stay, while providing breathtaking sights from the ...

Mv Ushuaia

Originally built for the United States agency NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration), the ice-strengthened polar vessel USHUAIA is very well appointed and ...

MV Vikingfjord

Introducing MV Vikingfjord, a new ice-strengthened expedition ship for 12 guests with great environmental credentials. MV Vikingfjord offers cruise ship comfort on a ...

Ocean Endeavour

The Ocean Endeavour is the perfect vessel for expedition cruising. Outfitted with twenty Zodiacs, advanced navigation equipment, multiple lounges, and a top deck ...

Ocean Nova

Imagine waking up to breathtaking sea views through your cabin windows, each one whispering promises of adventure. Built in Denmark in 1992 for Greenland’s icy waters, ...

Ortelius

Ortelius was originally the Marina Svetaeva. Built in Gdynia, Poland in 1989, it served as a special-purpose vessel for the Russian Academy of Science. Later it was ...

Plancius

M/v "Plancius" was built in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy and was named "Hr. Ms. Tydeman". The ship sailed for the Dutch Navy until ...

Sea Spirit

An ideal vessel for the Polar Regions, the nimble Sea Spirit features an ice-strengthened hull, fleet of Zodiac landing craft, ample deck space for wildlife viewing, and ...

River

Anouvong

Anouvong enchants as a small boutique luxury ship that seamlessly blends traditional Laotian ambiance and artwork with French-Colonial finesse. Passengers aboard this ...

Charaidew II

Charaidew II, entered service on the Brahmaputra River in January 2019. Built in Kolkata, her length is 44.50 m and breadth is 11.00 m and she is powered by 2 engines. ...

Delfin III

The Delfin II is a classic shallow-draft Amazon riverboat designed for comfortable exploration of the rainforest’s waterways. It accommodates up to 44 passengers in a ...

MS Infante Don Henrique

Renovated in 2014, the interior is nicely decorated in fuchsia and plum colors. Most of the cabins are located on the upper deck, they have panoramic large windows. ...

The Anakonda

The M/V Anakonda is a luxurious vessel crafted to provide an unparalleled and immersive journey through the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest. The ship boasts 18 spacious ...

The Jahan

The enchanting The Jahan captivates and transports guests back in time with an aura evoking the glory of former British-India. Named after the celebrated 16th century ...

Sailing

Elsi

Elsi was built in Germany in 1983 as a training expedition sailing vessel. Extensive renovations were made in 2013. Elsi is steel hulled and 37.7 metres in length. There ...

Katharina

Katharina is a 12-guest sailing vessel with a mix of both traditional and modern design. Her hull and rigging are traditional, while the deck and interior which were ...

Ombak Putih

Ombak Putih is a 24-guest sailing vessel with a mix of both traditional and modern design. Her hull and rigging are traditional, while the deck and interior which were ...

Palau Siren

Launched in 2012, the 40m Palau Siren was built on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi and is handcrafted from ironwood and teak (traditional to the area). Being built by ...

The Jakaré

The Jakaré live aboard provides a deluxe base for our adventures, offering very comfortable cabins and many spacious areas for rest and relaxation. The boat was built in ...

Motorised Yachts

Beluga

Equipped with the most modern safety and mechanical equipment, Beluga accommodates 16 passengers in 8 double cabins; one of these has an additional berth which becomes a ...

Cachalote Explorer

The Cachalote Explorer accommodates 16 passengers in her 8 cabins, all with private baths with hot/cold water showers, fully air conditioned with independent air ...

Heritage Explorer

Heritage Explorer is a 30-metre, 4-deck New Zealand flagged vessel built in 2004 by the renowned wooden boat building family Carey's Boatyard in Picton. It features a ...

Maldives Dhoni

Our fleet of traditional Dhoni's in the Maldives, consist of Gahaa, Gulfaam, Koimala, Kethi and Sea Farer. The boats are all similar in style, size and decor and range ...

Origin, Theory & Evolve

Chic and stylish for just 20 guests, the luxury expedition yachts Origin, Theory & Evolve provide an intimate and exclusive environment that emphasize the destination’s ...

Solaris

The MV Solaris is a brand new, state-of-the-art, cruise yacht. The 16-passenger vessel features stunning first-class interiors. This monohull yacht is 35m long and 9m ...

Solomons Master

The steel hulled Solomons Master has comfortable accommodation for up to 16 guests. She has eight twin and double occupancy cabins with a choice of classic or premium ...

Swell

The gorgeous Swell is spacious with amenities offered by no other ship on the coast in her class. Her $4 million refit transformed her from a powerhouse working tugboat ...

Catamaran

Archipel I

The Archipel I is a motor catamaran and was built in 2005. It hosts 16 passengers and 9 crew members, offering a stable double hull and wide decks. It also boasts large ...

Cascadia

Cascadia is a go-anywhere, expedition-style catamaran. She accommodates up to 24 guests in 12 luxurious cabins, with a crew of 10. She is unlike any other vessel ...

MV Silverado

Our live aboard is the Silverado, a 24 metre deluxe catamaran, providing a very comfortable base for our adventures. The Silverado has five cabin bedrooms, the three ...

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