honeymoon ideas

Cruise on a private yacht

Jane's verdict

We’ve all seen the paparazzi shots of celebs such as Beyoncé draped on the decks of their private yachts, staff at their every beck and call. But you don't need to put a gin palace on your wedding list. Instead you can treat yourselves to a small luxury yacht charter anywhere from the Maldives to South Africa.

Recommended tour operator: eWaterways

eWaterways says

Imagine sailing on a luxury yacht in the Maldives, crossing cobalt seas to explore perfect uninhabited islands. Step ashore for a gourmet picnic on a white sand beach beneath the shade of swaying palm trees. Later, pop open the champagne as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.

This is one of the most exclusive and romantic honeymoons in the world, and it’s easier to arrange than you might think. We offer a range of private yachts which you can charter for just the two of you or join a small group of fellow passengers with the privacy of your own spacious en suite cabin.

Our most luxurious vessel, the DhaainKan’baa, sleeps just three couples and is available solely for private charter. Each en suite cabin has a queen size bed, a full bath tub and endless ocean views. The professional crew is as discreet as it is attentive, and you’ll find the cuisine world-class.

Itineraries are for seven days and you can add on a stay in one of the many luxury beach resorts in the Maldives – a perfect sail-and-shore combination.

The Ark Royal is similarly luxurious with seven en suite cabins and one suite on the top deck – the perfect choice for honeymooners with its panoramic views from the picture window. There is a choice of departure dates throughout the year.

Both of these magnificent yachts has an on-board spa, and a wide choice of watersports is included in the price. In addition to scuba diving, there is waterskiing, kayaking, snorkelling and jet-skiing.

If the idea of a luxurious honeymoon on the water appeals to you, we offer a number of sailing options around the world. For example, you could opt for the Shayamanzi Houseboats on spectacular Lake Jozini in South Africa. Available solely for private charter with sumptuous oak-panelled cabins, there’s an opportunity to enjoy fishing, game-viewing and bird-watching. Or you can simply lounge on the sundeck and soak it all in.

Click here for more about eWaterways’ choice of luxury yacht charters in The Maldives and elsewhere in the world.

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