A small red cabin on rocky shoreline at sunset, with dramatic clouds and soft light reflecting on calm water.

Coastal Discovery in the Baltic Sea

With its coastline home to a collection of cultural and natural treasures, the Baltic Sea is one of the most magical locations to explore by yacht. From surfing in the most northerly spot in the Arctic Circle or paragliding from snow-capped peaks to your yacht, to spending the evening at the opera, the Baltic Sea is the ideal destination to indulge the adventurer in you. Be it high-octane activities or cultural discovery and immersion, this yacht expedition has it all.


When to go

May - August

Finland

A Scandinavian gem that is renowned for its thousands of islands, take in this breath-taking country as you kayak through pristine lakes, abseil down steep façades or, witness the epic Finnish backdrop from above as you take to the skies in a parachute or hot air balloon. You’ll hike the beautiful, yet immensely rugged topography in search of bears and elk. Admire mystical flora and fauna, fish under the midnight sun or explore the alpine forests in the ultimate 4×4 off-roading experience.

Immerse yourself in Finland’s culture by experiencing a Finnish smoke sauna, or fly to Lapland where you will be welcomed into a traditional Sami village for a day of music, dancing and culinary delights.

Sweden

Explore the charm of Sweden by foot and walk the quaint streets of Stockholm, admiring a city of cutting edge design before cruising to the idyllic Island of Gotland, boasting white sand dunes, peaceful inlets and pristine waters. Here you can feed the inquisitive historian in you and go off-roading with an archaeologist to uncover the islands Viking history and to witness stone-age skeletons and 12th-century turrets.

Once anchored off Malmo, you’ll drive classic cars into Copenhagen and explore wondrous gardens, vibrant food courts and an array of museums before spending the afternoon at the Royal Danish Opera.

Colorful wooden cabins line a dock by a calm, reflective body of water, with kayaks and boats moored nearby. Rocky cliffs rise in the background under a clear blue sky.

Cruise to Gothenburg where you’ll accompany a local fisherman catching lobsters and collecting oysters around the Weather Islands. Snorkel and scuba dive in the crystal-clear waters of Bohuslän and enjoy an exclusive lunch in the old Marstrand fortress. Sweden is a haven of rich diversity awaiting your exploration.

A kayaker paddles on a serene fjord, surrounded by towering cliffs and lush greenery. A breathtaking waterfall cascades down from the mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
A person paraglides with a bright yellow wing above a serene fjord, surrounded by lush green mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
A picturesque view of Stockholm at sunset, showcasing the skyline with the iconic spires of Gamla Stan and modern buildings. The water reflects the vibrant colors of the sky, creating a serene atmosphere.
Tram passing along a waterfront street with historic buildings and a clock tower under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds.
A tranquil lake at sunset with vivid orange and purple skies reflecting on the water. A small rowboat rests on the shore near a wooden dock, surrounded by lush greenery and tall reeds.
Abandoned wooden boats on a rocky shore, with a line of black and red fishing huts under a dramatic blue sky with wispy clouds.
Two individuals dressed in traditional Sami clothing stand together in a sandy area surrounded by pine trees. They are near teepee-like structures, with one person wearing a fur coat and the other in a colorful outfit.

Norway

Norway’s Southwest coast offers an abundance when explored by yacht, from surfing on the fjord peninsula at Hoddevika to heli-skiing in the height of summer on the Tystigbreen Glacier before paragliding down from one of its peaks to your yacht’s tender.

Fuel the high octane adventurer within you and abseil an 80-metre drop on Flydalsjuvet rock or raft down the Valldøla river. Fish with locals or have fun with jet skis and other water sport activities, to explore the wonderous scenery Norway has to offer.

A stunning view of a deep blue fjord surrounded by steep, green cliffs and majestic snow-capped mountains. A waterfall cascades down the rocky cliff into the fjord below.

Spend an evening at an authentic Norwegian lodge surrounded by the mystical alpine backdrop or wake up in the heart of the Fjords in Geiranger, surrounded by magical waterfalls and snow-capped mountains.

Mountain bike or E-bike the famous Atlantic road, an 80km stretch from Kristiansun to Bud, voted Norway’s best cycle route, before unwinding and taking in wonderful views, whilst fine-dining in a glass hotel overlooking Norway’s incredible landscape – a truly magical experience.

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