Can I swim directly from the yacht?

Answer

Often, yes. Swimming directly from the yacht is one of the principal pleasures of many yacht charters, particularly when the yacht is anchored in suitable water.

The captain and crew will determine whether swimming is safe based on the yacht’s position, sea conditions, traffic, currents and local restrictions.

Guests should always follow the crew’s instructions before entering the water.

Analysis

A beautiful anchorage does not automatically mean that swimming is safe at that moment. Conditions can change, and commercial or recreational traffic can create additional risks.

Swimming arrangements can also vary between yachts depending on their swim platforms and deck layouts.

Broker’s advice

The crew will tell you when and where swimming is appropriate. If swimming is a major part of your holiday, we’ll also look for yachts and itineraries that make getting in and out of the water particularly easy.