At-a-glance
Comparison
Compare our yacht adventures before you book a client on a small-ship
cruise.
Yacht Adventures
Small-Ship Cruise
Exclusive:
12 to 22 guests, book a stateroom or charter the whole yacht for families
or friends.
Most small ships are 80 to 150 passengers or more. Too large to charter.
Daylight-only
travel ensures guests never miss the sights, scenery or wildlife they
expect.
Ships
travel at night to maintain schedule, missing the sights and wildlife
as they cruise by.
Approximately
one crew member per two guests.
Approximately one crew member per four guests.
Fine dining, gourmet cuisine and exceptional service.
Acceptable food and presentation.
Premium wines, micro brews, liquors included.
Alcoholic beverages are not included.
Full staterooms with king, queen or twin bed (memory foam matresses), and full bath with step-in shower or Jacuzzi tub.
Most small ships have narrow beds or bunks. Baths are often marine toilet/shower combos.
Flexible routes highlight pristine beaches, native villages, isolated coves and islands, and areas rich in wildlife. Yachts travel in protected passages and waterways.
Itineraries often focus on port calls and bus tours to distant locations. Most small ships travel in unprotected waters which may cause sea sickness among passengers and crew.
Onboard Expedition Leader personally guides guests to view wildlife up close and provides daily naturalist presentations.
Standard cruise director provides commentary and is busy managing various tasks and large group of tourists.
No waiting in line for water activities or other excursions and events. No frusterating crowds or wasted time.
Readily available activities include small-boat expeditions, kayaking, mountain biking, hikes, and visiting guest lecturers. Exclusive small group visits.
Very limited activities offered off ship. Most often guests tour ports by bus.