Oyster Charts a New Course
The British yachtmaker introduces the Oyster Explorers Club Rallies, offering a new kind of adventure for owners who sail with purpose.
There are places on this planet that cannot be reached by road or runway. Ice-carved archipelagos under the midnight sun. Coral atolls adrift in the Pacific. Islands that appear on no fixed itinerary. Oyster Yachts, the British builder of the world’s finest bluewater sailing yachts, now makes these places part of the journey.
The new Oyster Explorers Club Rallies invite owners to sail further, with more intention. Each rally is a fully supported voyage designed to bring modern explorers to extraordinary locations around the world, many of which are accessible only by boat. Every journey reflects Oyster's enduring values of quality, community and discovery.
Credit: Oyster Yachts
The Arctic Rally is a four-month course through Norway’s fjords, continuing north to the ice-fringed wilderness of Svalbard. Meanwhile, the Viking Rally ventures across the remote and windswept waters of the North Atlantic, tracing the paths once taken by Norse explorers.
Further afield, the Pacific Rally drifts into warmer latitudes, weaving between the ocean’s most captivating islands, rich in culture and natural beauty. For those drawn to the edge of the map, the Cape Horn Rally completes the arc - a twelve-month circumnavigation around the iconic southern capes, demanding, rare and unforgettable.
Onshore experiences are curated by a dedicated member of the Oyster team, from guided hikes to conservation visits and regional cuisine. Owners travel together as a fleet, supported by Oyster’s in-house team at every stage, with logistics, routing and technical support handled throughout.
“I believe the future of luxury sailing lies in blending timeless craftsmanship with sustainable innovation, creating yachts that inspire adventure while protecting the oceans for generations to come,” explains Oyster Yachts owner and chairman, Richard Hadida.
From high latitudes to low reefs, these rallies reflect a broader shift. Luxury sailing is becoming increasingly attuned to the experience, shaped by curiosity, connection, and a sense of place.
