South Pacific Yachts For Charter

Flowers abound and men traditionally wear one flower behind their ear (different sides indicate marital status) and the women bedeck themselves daily in intricate woven headgear and necklaces made entirely of sweet smelling flowers. Song is also a big par of the local culture that depended on its oral traditions to pass down knowledge.

Fish and fishing are a big part of daily life, but the surrounding reefs are amazing treasure troves for shell seekers. Snorkeling and scuba diving are popular for charter guests, although the waters of the Pacific are cooler than found in the Caribbean. Because these islands were formed as volcanoes sank into the sea, generally they are ringed by reefs so you enter in daylight through a cut and then anchor inside in clear perfectly calm water with a view of the deep blue ocean swells just yards away.

Chartering sailing or power yacht allows you to visit a number of islands where locals are happy to see a new face and offer to show you the beauty of their islands. French Polynesia is a great location to enjoy French wines, with fresh fish and tropical fruits and not run into a soul you know. Privacy and seclusion once you leave bustling Papeete are the reward for your long air flight to these islands. Tahiti is a developed islands with shopping and art galleries – visit Paul Gauguin’s home to see what drew him to the Pacific islands.

N&J BVI brokers know which yachts are transiting the Pacific headed to Australia or Zealand and might be available for a limited set of dates, but are also familiar with a number of French yachts that are based year round in these islands.