Asia Pacific discovery 2026 & 2027

April & May

New Zealand

Warranty Period in Auckland

Season

Autumn- transition from Wet to Dry Season (rain decreasing, humidity dropping)

The Warranty period at Orams Shipyard marks an important stage of the Sea Eagle's journey. Systems are checked, standards confirmed, and preparations completed.

August

Solomon Islands

Season

Dry Season (June–Sept; more favourable for cruising)

Distance

Vanuatu (Luganville) to Solomon (Nendo) – 300nm (1 day)

Raw, remote, and wildly beautiful. The Solomons are an untouched chain of over 900 islands scattered across the South Pacific — a diver’s paradise and an explorer’s dream.

Expect jungle-covered peaks, WWII wreck dives, and villages where time stands still. Navigate through coral-ringed atolls, volcanic islets, and deep-blue anchorages far from the charter crowd.

From Guadalcanal to Gizo, every stop feels like discovery. The Solomon Islands aren’t just off the beaten path — they are the path.


New info
Charter potential: Low demand. We can promote to clients and industry but it is an unusual destinationCharter permitted – currently no tax or regulation set up. Unusual, remote destination so typically low demand. Suggest and currently offering nearby PNG as an option as well to capture wider enquiry net.

Dry Season

Large reef fish spawning aggregations (often linked to lunar cycles)

Solomons (Noro) to Komodo – 2,400nm (9 days)

September & October

Indonesia

Komodo, Lombok, Bali & nearby islands

Season

Dry season in much of Indonesia (good cruising and diving weather)

Distance

Solomons(Noro) to Komodo – 2,400nm (9 days)

Sailing into Indonesia, we enter a world of breathtaking contrasts. From the dragon-inhabited isles of Komodo to Bali’s temples and vibrant arts, each island reveals its own story. Lombok offers pristine beaches and towering volcanoes, while nearby islands remain quiet sanctuaries where traditional fishing villages and timeless customs endure. Indonesia is celebrated for its rich history shaped by ancient kingdoms and the spice trade, as well as its warm hospitality and spiritual depth. Here, culture, nature, and legend intertwine—making every landfall a chance to witness beauty both mythical and real.

Sea Eagle is not available for charter in Indonesia.

New info:
Charter potential: Chartering not permitted on non-Indonesian flagged vessels

Osprey to be shipped from Solomon Islands to Indonesia

November

Singapore

Annuals

Season

Inter-monsoon / Transition (Hot, humid)

Distance

Indonesia to Singapore – 1,000nm (3.5 days)

Begin with the futuristic pulse of Singapore—where rooftop gardens, Michelin-starred street food, and cutting-edge art offer urban indulgence at its finest. Then, retreat into the Anambas Islands, one of Indonesia’s most secluded cruising gems. Scattered across the South China Sea, these islands reveal vibrant reefs, hidden lagoons and powder-soft beaches. Kayak through mangrove forests, dive vibrant coral walls, or simply anchor in a deserted cove for starlit dining. The contrast is extraordinary: morning espressos in the city, followed by sunset swims in sapphire lagoons. It’s seamless, high-contrast cruising for those who want it all.

February & March

Malaysia

Langkawi, West Coast & Tioman, East Coast

Season

West Coast – Dry Season

East Coast – End of Monsoon

Distance

Phuket to Langkawi – 120nm (10 hours) and Langkawi to Tioman – 540nm (2 days)

New info
Charter potential: Medium. Generally, charter is not permitted on foreign flagged yachts in Malaysia. Charter only permitted if Thailand also incorporated. Suggest we promote for Langkawi – Phuket charters.

March & April

Vietnam

Ha Long Bay

Season

Cool dry Season

Distance

Tioman to Vietnam (Ha Long Bay) – 1,200nm (4.5 days)

Charter potential: Nil due to legalities. Due to strict cabotage laws international yachts are not permitted to undertake charter / commercial activity in Vietnam currently

Coastal dolphins, Cave & karst biodiversity (year-round stable)

Osprey would not visit Hong Kong – depart for Palawan

April

Hong Kong

Season

Start of Wet Season (April-Sept)

Distance

Vietnam to Hong Kong – 450nm (1.5 days)

Charter potential: Low demand. International yachts are currently permitted to charter in Hong Kong, permissions required but the local government are generally open to commercial charter activity on international super yachts.

Chinese white dolphins in Pearl River Estuary

May

Philippines

Palawan island

Season

End of Dry Season

Distance:

Hong Kong to Coron, Palawan – 740nm (2.5 days)

According to CNN, "Picking a favourite beach in the Philippines is like trying to pick a favourite child", but they still selected Palawan as the home of the country's finest stretches of sand. Palawan lies between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea. More importantly, it’s orbited by 1,700 smaller islets that bob in crystal clear waters. Much of the island’s 2,000km coastline is uninhabited, so there’s always an untouched white sand beach to call your own. On land, thick emerald forests cloak steep mountain ranges. Hardcore adventurers can scale the 1,585m ‘Cleopatra’s Needle’ with an experienced guide and porters. Below ground, crew can lead a kayak trip through the awesome caverns of the St Paul Subterranean River, the world’s second longest underground watercourse.

NEw info:
Charter potential: Charter of foreign-flagged vessels is generally not permitted. Strict cabotage laws allowing only locally flagged vessels to operate commercially.

End of Dry Season

Whale sharks (Donsol) Nov–May, Sea turtles nesting year-round (peak rainy season in some areas), Dugongs in Palawan seagrass beds (rare but resident)

December

Indonesia

Raja Ampat

Season

Wet Season - dive friendly

Distance

Cairns to Raja Ampat – 1,400nm (5 days)

Raja Ampat is an underwater Eden and island-hopper’s dream! Tucked away in Indonesia’s far east, this remote paradise is home to kaleidoscopic coral reefs, gin-clear waters, and more fish species than anywhere else on Earth. Above the water, jungle-cloaked limestone islets rise dramatically from turquoise lagoons—perfect for paddleboarding, diving, or simply soaking up the magic. Wild, untouched, and utterly breathtaking, Raja Ampat is where nature shows off.

Info:

Charter potential: Nil due to legality. Charter not permitted on foreign flagged vessels in Raja Ampat

Wet Season but dive friendly

Highest global reef biodiversity, Turtle nesting year-round, Dolphins, frequently seen on crossings, whale sharks year round

January & February 2028

Palau and Philippines

Season

Dry Season

Distance

Raja Ampat to Palau – 550nm (2 days)
Palau to Palawan – 890nm (3 days)

During the Northern Hemisphere summer, the BC coast is at its prime for exploration. Protected waters, abundant daylight, and mild weather create ideal conditions for cruising, revealing dramatic fjords, lush temperate rainforests, and hidden coves. This season allows for leisurely exploration of the coastline, wildlife encounters, and immersion in the region’s rich maritime heritage, making it a highlight of any Pacific voyage.

Sea Eagle is not available for charter in the USA or Canada.

New info:
Charter potential:Foreign flagged charter permitted in Palau but not the Philippines.Process for legal foreign flagged charter in Palau is extensive, lengthy and very expensive (Dunia Baru just did it). Typically not worth it unless plan on spending at least one full season.

Dry Season

Occasional whale migration through Micronesia, Turtle nesting year-round

May

Canada

North Pacific Crossing to British Columbia (Vancouver)

Season

Late spring - good timing to cross North Pacific heading to British Columbia

Distance

Tokyo (Japan) to Vancouver (Canada) – 4,000nm (Long Crossing)

Departing Tokyo, Sea Eagle embarks on a direct great-circle crossing of approximately 4,000 nautical miles to Vancouver. Late spring offers ideal conditions for this North Pacific passage, with milder weather and calmer seas improving the timing and safety of the long crossing. This leg marks a significant milestone in the journey, bridging Asia and North America while traversing one of the world’s vastest oceans.

Sea Eagle is not available for charter in the USA or Canada.

New info Charter potential: Currently only duty-paid, Canadian registered vessels can charter in British Columbia (or Canada)

June

British Columbia

Season

Dry Summer

Charter potential: Currently only duty-paid, Canadian registered vessels can charter in British Columbia (or Canada)

July

West Coast US & Mexico

San Francisco, LA, San Diego, Baja and La Paz

Season

Dry Summer

Distance

Vancouver to San Fran – 900nm (3 days)
LA to Mexico - 850nm (3 days)

Charter potential: Strict cabotage rules. PVSA and Jones Act framework apply – foreign flagged and foreign built vessels can not carry passengers commercially in US Waters

Dry summer

Humpbacks (summer feeding), Sea lion colonies year-round in US waters

August

Galapagos Islands

Season

Cool dry season

Distance

Mexico to Galapagos – 1,800nm (6.5 days)

(Best nature and wildlife)

Charter potential: Medium. Yes — foreign‑flagged vessels can charter in the Galápagos, but only under one of the world’s most tightly regulated permit systems(permits are rarely given and are usually the result of a substantial donation to the work of the National Park and involvement in a local scientific project).

Cool dry season

Giant tortoises (seasonal inland movement with rains), Blue-footed boobies breeding cycles, Hammerhead shark aggregations (cool season), Dolphins and sea turtles year-round

September - December

Georgia

Intermediate Survey

Distance

Galapagos to Georgia – 2,600nm (9 days)