Hi everyone! I want to rent a yacht and explore the islands on my own or with a small group of friends. I have never rented a yacht before, so I am a little confused: what type of yacht is best for a beginner, should I take it with a crew or try to steer it myself? I am also wondering which islands are best to visit in a week. I want to enjoy the beaches, snorkeling and beautiful sunsets.
Hi! I rented a yacht through yacht charter seychelles and I can share my experience. I recommend choosing the crewed option, especially if you are a first-time yacht charterer - it removes all questions about control and safety. They have excellent high-end boat services, including a captain, crew, snorkeling gear, and onboard amenities. We took a motor yacht with a spacious deck, called at the islands of Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, stopped at secluded beaches where there were almost no people. Everything was organized in advance, including transfer from the hotel and meals on board. Even if you are a beginner in sailing, with such service, your vacation becomes a real pleasure.
I am also planning trip to the Seychelles and considering renting yacht. So far, I am leaning towards taking a catamaran without a crew, since I have sailing experience, but I wonder how realistic it is to manage to visit several islands in a week and have time for beaches and snorkeling. I would be interested to hear the opinions of those who have already been there - how tight is the schedule or is everything calm?
