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Where to Island-Hop by Yacht: the 15 Best Trips Worldwide

37 charters  ·  from $35 a head

Three or four islands, one hull, no ferry timetable. The 15 trips below are compared on how many stops you actually get ashore for, how long the crossings are and what lunch looks like in between.

Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch - Orange Bay, one hour of beach time
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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

1.Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47Our pick

Join Go Shalabi for an eight-hour yacht trip from Hurghada to three Red Sea islands. Expect guided snorkeling, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Ashraf, Ahmed and Talal help beginners feel safe, while private groups for 10 to 30 people are available.

“We had a lot of fun, we had snorkelling, It was our first time. Everybody was so thoughtful. We won’t forget this trip!”

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Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Adults Only or Family Friendly - What the open bar really adds
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Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Adults Only or Family Friendly

2.Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Adults Only or Family Friendly

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,418 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran with hotel pickup, open bar, light lunch, snorkeling when conditions allow, and free island time. Choose a family-friendly or adults-only departure, but confirm the option carefully, since the adult-only policy has caused confusion for some bookings.

“Best trip ever. The entire booking process was easy. The catamaran was so much fun. The Island visit was spectacular! The captain and the crew were fun and tended to your safety while making aure you have a great time. Very organized 👌”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz - Leaving Zadar with Old Town views
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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

3.Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,238 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $35Cheapest seat

Leave Zadar with a local skipper such as Edi or Ari for a relaxed 3 to 4-hour cruise around Ošljak, Ugljan, and Galovac. Swim, snorkel, visit an island village, and enjoy one Aperol Spritz or Prosecco. The small group is limited to 12 people.

“We Just spontanously booked the boar trip with Edi and it was great!Out friends recommeded it to is the day before and it was deffinitely worth:)!”

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Luxury Boat to James Bond Islands with Lunch and Sunset Dinner - Hong Island and the sea caves
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Luxury Boat to James Bond Islands with Lunch and Sunset Dinner

4.Luxury Boat to James Bond Islands with Lunch and Sunset Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 908 reviews · from $159Top rated

Cruise Phang Nga Bay aboard a large catamaran with hotel pickup, lunch, soft drinks, kayaking through Hong Island’s caves, a swim stop, and a longboat visit to James Bond Island. A DJ, Wi-Fi, water slide, paddleboards, and sunset dinner make this a social day on the water. Ask about cabana rental before booking.

“This was a really great experience overall. We were picked up by our cruise port with no problems, they sent us the license plate ahead of time which I appreciated. On the way there, our shuttle got a flat tire and a new shuttle arrived within 10 minutes. At the meeting point, the area was a little run down but was fine. When you get on the boat you are assigned a table. (I think this is a new process based on previous comments). We were VERY lucky and got the table at the front of the ship. I could see being disappointed if you got another seat. However, I…”

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Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago - Spargi gives you the first turquoise-water stop
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Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

5.Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 751 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Sail from the Punta Sardegna area aboard a catamaran limited to 12 people. Swim at Spargi and Porto della Madonna, photograph Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, and enjoy fish, Vermentino wine, coffee, and Sardinian liqueur. Crew members such as Alberto, Alex, Roberto, and Daniele may vary by departure.

“We had a great time on the Alice. Nice catamaran, smooth boating, good food and drinks. Plenty of time at each stop for swimming and lots of room on board for sunning.”

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Isla Mujeres luxury catamaran with premium open bar and lunch - Lunch at Zama or IXI beach club
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Isla Mujeres luxury catamaran with premium open bar and lunch

6.Isla Mujeres luxury catamaran with premium open bar and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 491 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $125

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran capped at about 30 people, with drinks, snacks, snorkeling when conditions allow, downtown free time, and a buffet lunch at a beach club. Guides such as Mike, Grace, and Omar have earned praise for friendly service.

“Grace and an amazing crew made this a trip to remember. Great drinks, lunch and a fun shopping experience. I would definitely recommend this to anyone considering Isla Mujeras.”

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From Hvar: Boat Tour to Pakleni Islands on a Comfort Yacht - The one-hour sail toward the Pakleni Islands
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From Hvar: Boat Tour to Pakleni Islands on a Comfort Yacht

7.From Hvar: Boat Tour to Pakleni Islands on a Comfort Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 424 reviews · 4 hours · from $94

Sail from Hvar on a 36-foot yacht with a skipper such as Vitor, Victor, Alex, or Peter. In four hours, you’ll reach two quiet Pakleni Island bays for swimming, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding. Bring drinks for the yacht fridge, but plan on limited shade and no meal service.

“We had a great time! Our skipper was fantastic and made sure that we were all safe and comfortable. We were able to store drinks on the boat and were taken to some beautiful swimming spots. Would definitely recommend this excursion!”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling - Final stop: Školjić, Preko, and Ugljan
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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

8.Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Set out from Zadar’s Foša harbor on a small boat limited to 12 people. Swim and snorkel near Ošljak, walk its quiet fishing village, then visit Školjić and Preko by Ugljan. Skippers such as Edi, Mario, and Mate provide drinks, local tips, and help throughout the half-day outing.

“Edi brought us to all the locations and provided guidance for all of our stops. Nice guy and looked after us with drinks. We had a great time on this trip but unfortunately there were not many fish to view on the day (mainly small sprats or that type of fish). Overall it was very enjoyable. Thanks Edi!”

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Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter - Starting at 9:00 a.m. from St Thomas
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Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

9.Explore the Virgin Islands on a Private Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews

Set out from St Thomas with a private captain and up to five companions for a flexible boat day around St John. Choose your stops, snorkel near a private beach, look for sea turtles and reef fish, and consider lunch at floating taco boat Lime Out. Water, soft drinks, beer, and rum punch are included.

“Our family has been traveling to St. John for nearly 10 years. We always reserve a private boat charter for one day during our stay. Every other charter has always been top notch. Unfortunately, I can not say the same about our Stormy Pirates Read more”

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Pattaya: Full-Day 2 Islands Yacht Trip with Lunch and Sunset - Koh Phai: three hours for swimming and lunch
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Pattaya: Full-Day 2 Islands Yacht Trip with Lunch and Sunset

10.Pattaya: Full-Day 2 Islands Yacht Trip with Lunch and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 234 reviews · 7 hours · from $109

Join Ocean Yachting for a seven-hour cruise from Pattaya to Koh Phai and Koh Rin. Your day includes hotel transfers, snorkeling, paddleboards, fishing, a slide, floating pool, Thai buffet lunch, fruit, and sunset views. English and Thai support is available, with crew members such as Ruby and Riley praised for attentive service.

“A perfect adventure day! The catamaran is incredible! So many activities”

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Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters - Lunch served with a view
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Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters

11.Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · from $114

Set sail from Russell at 10am aboard Vigilant for about five and a half hours. Captain Nat or another local skipper chooses the island based on the wind, with time for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, walking, and lunch. The small group is capped at 10, and the crew may let you take the helm.

“We had a great day out sailing with Nick in Vigilant. He dropped us ashore at Moturua Island where we followed a trail across the island to another wonderful beach where we swam. On our return, after a brief spell of kayaking Nick took us back to boat where he had prepared a delicious salad lunch. Despite light winds we then sailed across the Bay with the option of taking a turn at the helm. Nick was very knowledgeable about the local wildlife which made our trip both really enjoyable and instructive. We would definitely join him again!”

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Dubai Private Boat Charter with Optional World Islands Upgrade - Bluewaters Island and Ain Dubai
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Dubai Private Boat Charter with Optional World Islands Upgrade

12.Dubai Private Boat Charter with Optional World Islands Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 212 reviews

Spend about two hours on a private yacht for up to eight people, cruising from Dubai Marina past Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island, JBR Beach, and Burj Al Arab. A captain and crew handle the boat, with bottled water, red carpet boarding, and an optional World Islands upgrade.

“Very good toor professional team , i went before yacht share 3hours tripp this time private both are amazing. Really recommend”

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Luxury Catamaran in the Maddalena Archipelago from PALAU - Isola di Spargi, the first major stop
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Luxury Catamaran in the Maddalena Archipelago from PALAU

13.Luxury Catamaran in the Maddalena Archipelago from PALAU

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $143

Set out from Palau at 9:30 a.m. for a seven-and-a-half-hour catamaran trip through the Maddalena Archipelago. You’ll see Rosa Beach from offshore, stop at Spargi and Santa Maria, swim in the Pools, and enjoy a Sardinian brunch with Vermentino, beer, and soft drinks. Crew members may include Flavia, Alice, Federico, Danilo, or Riccardo.

“Cetait parfait ⭐️ We recommend! very good time spent with friends , very nice meetings And the pasta mamamia delicisosa thank you to Frederico and Danilo for their kindness and benevolence ⚓️⛵️🍝Auto-translated”

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Half Day Sailing on a comfort yacht around Hvar and Pakleni islands- small group - First swim stop: a clear-water Pakleni bay
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Half Day Sailing on a comfort yacht around Hvar and Pakleni islands- small group

14.Half Day Sailing on a comfort yacht around Hvar and Pakleni islands- small group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 194 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $90

Set sail from Hvar’s Riva with a skipper such as Viktor, Vitor, Alexander, or Peter, then cruise to two Pakleni Island bays for swimming and snorkeling. The small yacht carries up to eight people, includes a restroom and fridge, and lets you bring your own food and drinks.

“Our skipper was great and it was overall an awesome experience with 3 other couples as well! I would highly recommend this excursion for future guests of Hvar!”

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Phuket: Coral and Racha Islands Hype Luxury Catamaran - The catamaran is part of the attraction
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Phuket: Coral and Racha Islands Hype Luxury Catamaran

15.Phuket: Coral and Racha Islands Hype Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 184 reviews · 7 hours · from $144

Spend seven hours aboard Hype Boat Club’s luxury catamaran from Chalong Pier. Swim and snorkel at Coral and Racha Islands, share a lower-deck daybed, enjoy Thai food, tapas, sushi, and soft drinks, then listen to a live DJ as the sun sets over the Andaman Sea.

“The staff were all so friendly and helpful, the islands were stunning, and sitting on the day beds at the front of the boat while cruising was amazing! The highlight of our trip was the stop at Racha Island to swim and snorkel. However, the food served at the beginning of the trip was sitting out for quite a while before we were allowed to eat so it was kind of stale and cold, and the seating arrangements are a bit odd… you are given an assigned table that you have to share with strangers and then it’s a free for all for the day beds on the front of…”

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