Pacific Northwest Yacht Charter

Yacht charter in the Pacific Northwest

The most popular chartering area in North America is this cross-border region featuring the state of Washington and the province of British Columbia. Winds are rarely strong in the summer, although tidal currents can be, so it’s an ideal area for power or sail yacht charters. Often flanked by mountain peaks to the east and west, yacht charterers can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the San Juan Islands, the waterfronts of Victoria and Sidney on Vancouver Island, and the mountainous splendours of Desolation Sound to the north. The rugged coastline of 290-mile-long Vancouver Island could keep a cruiser occupied for an entire summer season.

In Oregon, limited charters can be found on the Columbia River which is navigable well inland.

Alaska

The Inside Passage is the most popular cruising destination in Alaska from Vancouver up to the Glacier bay National Park. Treat yourself to Heroic, historic and romantic scenery and the majestic wildlife: whales, eagles and bears. The more adventurous should head out into the North Pacific to visit Icy Bay before moving up to Prince William Sound and witnessing the huge ice face of the Columbia glacier calving enormous bergs of ice into the water.

Yachts available for charter in the Pacific Northwest: