RADIANCE is a 121’5” (37m) Bayards performance sailing yacht designed by Dubois Naval Architects. Recently refitted, she combines exhilarating sailing with relaxed, comfortable living.
Her spacious cockpit is at the heart of life aboard, a place for breakfast in the morning, long lunches, sunset drinks and dinner under the stars. Inside, the light-filled raised salon offers almost 360-degree views and a comfortable place to relax while staying connected to the sea.
Radiance welcomes up to eight guests in four ensuite cabins, including a full-beam master suite, double VIP, twin cabin and bunk cabin.
Whether sailing through open water, diving a remote reef or dropping anchor in a quiet bay, Radiance is made for exploring.
‘‘The destination is only part of the adventure”
RADIANCE AT A GLANCE
37m / 121'5" · 8 Guests · 4 Cabins · 5 Crew
Highlights
Performance sailing yacht designed by Dubois Naval Architects
Spacious shaded cockpit for dining and relaxing
Raised salon with panoramic views
Four ensuite guest cabins, including a full-beam master suite
Twin helm stations for a true sailing experience
Generous swim platform for easy access to the water
Recently refitted and ready for South Pacific adventures
Tenders & Toys
Everything you need to get off the yacht and into the water.
Radiance carries a Smuggler 440 tender with 70hp Yamaha, an inflatable platform, two kayaks, two stand-up paddleboards, waterskis, a waveboard, snorkelling equipment and a selection of scuba gear for rendezvous diving.
Charter Rates
From US$100,000 per week + expenses
Low season: US$100,000 per week
High season: US$110,000 per week
For the 2027 summer season, N&J currently lists Fiji and the Gambier Islands; for the 2026/27 winter season it lists Australia and New Zealand.
Sailing Yacht Radiance
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Five people. A shared love of the sea. Meet the team who bring every Radiance voyage to life.
Sam Kempson
Captain & Expedition Leader
Captain Sam is the embodiment of the adventurous spirit onboard S/Y RADIANCE. With over 13 years in the maritime industry, more than 200,000 ocean miles logged, and a career that has taken him to some of the world's most remote destinations, he brings an extraordinary blend of seamanship, leadership, and expedition expertise to every charter.
Originally from the UK, Sam's professional journey began in the British Army, where he developed the discipline, resilience, and calm leadership style that have become hallmarks of his command. Since then, his life has revolved around exploration, sailing, and expedition cruising, taking him across the Pacific, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Australasia, and beyond. Along the way, he has captained sailing yachts, managed complex refit projects, and led scientific expeditions in some of the planet's most untouched environments.
Working with organisations including Sea Shepherd and Sea Legacy, Sam has participated in pioneering conservation missions in Baja Mexico alongside scientists and National Geographic filmmakers, searching for elusive whale species and documenting marine ecosystems in remote waters. A qualified Rescue Diver and accomplished underwater photographer, he has spent years helping guests discover the underwater world safely, capturing extraordinary moments beneath the surface as well as from the air using his extensive drone and camera equipment. More recently, his experience leading expedition cruises throughout Fiji has given him an exceptional knowledge of the region's reefs, islands, and hidden anchorages.
“I feel so fortunate to be able to use my experience as an expedition crew member on National Geographic cruises here in Fiji. Our guests are able to experience the magnificent underwater landscape of some of the top reefs on our planet. Divers, snorkellers, and shore explorers alike are so happy with the underwater and drone photography to take home with them.”
What truly sets Sam apart is his passion for sharing these experiences with others. Whether introducing guests to an untouched anchorage, explaining the incredible marine life beneath the surface, planning bespoke adventures ashore, or simply swapping stories over dinner, he has a natural ability to make every voyage feel personal and unforgettable.
Warm, approachable, and endlessly curious, Captain Sam's enthusiasm for exploration perfectly reflects the adventurous spirit of RADIANCE, ensuring every charter is as inspiring as the destinations themselves.
Previous Yachts include: S/Y DIANA (23m), S/Y TWILIGHT (38m), S/Y STATE OF GRACE (40m), S/Y WAVELENGTH (30m), S/Y PRANA (52m), S/Y REBELLE (30m) (race crew), SEA SHEPHERD & SEA LEGACY (expedition leader)
Ellie Wood
Chef & Yoga Instructor
Ellie has always loved bringing people together through food. From experimenting in the kitchen as a child to pursuing a career at sea, cooking has remained her greatest passion, allowing her to combine creativity with her love of travel, sailing, and meeting new people.
Her cooking is fresh, colourful, and produce-led, drawing inspiration from Mediterranean cuisine with Asian fusion influences. She particularly enjoys baking, especially sourdough, and takes pride in preparing wholesome, flavour-packed dishes that leave guests feeling both satisfied and energised. Whether it's a leisurely breakfast, a picnic on a deserted beach, or dinner beneath the stars, Ellie loves tailoring every menu to the tastes and adventures of her guests.
Having worked aboard both sailing and motor yachts, Ellie embraces the close-knit atmosphere that makes life onboard RADIANCE so special. A qualified yoga instructor and keen sailor, she enjoys helping guests slow down, reconnect with nature, and make the most of every destination. Warm, easy-going, and always smiling, Ellie quickly puts people at ease, making every meal feel relaxed, personal, and memorable.
Previous Yachts include: S/Y BORKUMRIFF IV (51m), M/Y CAMENA II (30m), M/Y AFTER8 II (28m)
Sara Widestråle
Stewardess
Sara has spent many years working on both motor and sailing yachts, but sailing is where she feels most at home. She loves the relaxed pace of life under sail, the strong sense of teamwork onboard, and the adventure that comes with discovering beautiful coastlines and quiet anchorages along the way.
Warm, calm, and naturally thoughtful, Sara has a lovely way of making guests feel comfortable from the moment they step onboard S/Y RADIANCE. Whether she’s setting a beautiful table, helping guests enjoy a day on the water, or jumping in on deck during docking, she brings a positive energy and easy-going nature to everything she does.
When she’s not onboard, Sara is happiest outdoors, kayaking, paddleboarding, skiing, hiking, or exploring the archipelago of her homeland Sweden on her own boat. She also loves visiting vineyards around Europe and spending quality time with friends and family.
Previous Yachts include: M/Y FRIDAY (33m), M/Y EURUS (35m), M/Y NACHTWIND (27m), S/Y MARITE (44m)
Billy Holland
Mate & Dive Instructor
Growing up in New Zealand, Billy has spent most of his life on or around the water. His professional sailing career began in a rather unique way, joining the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race as an onboard journalist and camera operator, helping produce a documentary while sailing one of the toughest legs of the race from Rio de Janeiro to Brisbane. Experiencing life at sea in such an immersive way sparked a passion that has shaped his career ever since.
Over the past decade, Billy has sailed everything from classic gaff-rigged yachts and prestigious superyachts to high-performance racing yachts, including skippering a 12 Metre yacht at the World Championships in Helsinki. He loves sharing the experience of sailing with guests, whether that's getting hands-on with the sails, exploring a hidden anchorage, or introducing them to life on the water. A qualified Dive Instructor and keen watersports enthusiast, he's just as happy below the surface as he is on deck.
Away from sailing, Billy enjoys hiking, mountaineering, skiing, golf, rugby, and discovering new places whenever he can. Friendly, knowledgeable, and naturally engaging, he brings an adventurous spirit and genuine enthusiasm that perfectly complements life onboard S/Y RADIANCE.
Previous Yachts include: S/Y TIARA (55m), M/Y ASAHI (56m), S/Y SPIIP (28m), S/Y HYPERION (48m), S/Y NYUMBA GT (29m), S/Y ALIX (31m), S/Y THALIMA (34m), S/Y D1 THEA 12mR Class (21m) (race crew/skipper), CLIPPER ROUND THE WORLD YACHT RACE (Onboard Documentary Journalist/Camera Operator)
Charles Tivers
Engineer
Charles has always enjoyed understanding how things work. Growing up in the UK, he built a career in engineering, spending more than eight years as a gas engineer before swapping houses for yachts and turning his lifelong love of the sea into a profession. Practical by nature and happiest with a toolbox in hand, he enjoys the satisfaction of solving problems and keeping everything running exactly as it should.
Life on a sailing yacht suits Charles perfectly. He enjoys the variety each day brings, whether maintaining the yacht's engineering systems, helping hoist sails, launching tenders, or lending a hand wherever it's needed. Calm, resourceful, and quietly dependable, he's someone the crew can always rely on and guests quickly feel comfortable around.
Away from the engine room, Charles enjoys being outdoors and on the water. He has a passion for sailing, loves exploring new coastlines, and is always looking to expand his engineering knowledge as he works towards his Engineering Officer of the Watch qualification. Friendly, down-to-earth, and always happy to share a story or answer a question, Charles is an important part of the close-knit team that makes every voyage onboard RADIANCE feel relaxed, safe, and enjoyable.
Previous Yachts include: S/Y NORFOLK STAR (37m)
Room to unwind.
Eight guests. Four ensuite cabins. A private place to recharge between sailing days and discoveries ashore.
Settle into life aboard
From the full-beam master suite to the guest cabins, Radiance offers a welcoming base for your time on the water. Share your group’s needs with us and we will help plan the cabin arrangements before you arrive.
Explore the cabins ↗Full-beam suite
A spacious private retreat with an ensuite bathroom.
Double cabin
A comfortable double cabin with its own ensuite.
Twin cabin
Separate berths and an ensuite for guests sharing a cabin.
Bunk cabin
A bunk arrangement with an ensuite, completing the four-cabin layout.
A rhythm of your own.
Good food. A beautiful setting.
Chef Ellie’s fresh, colourful cooking draws on Mediterranean flavours and Asian influences, with a love of baking and homemade sourdough. Menus are shaped around your tastes and the day’s adventures.
A leisurely breakfast, a picnic ashore or dinner beneath the stars: meals aboard are a time to slow down and enjoy being together. Share dietary preferences before your voyage so Ellie can plan with you.
Yoga with Ellie
A qualified yoga instructor as well as your chef, Ellie can help you bring moments of calm into your voyage. Discuss sessions when planning your charter, with timing and setting shaped by the day’s conditions.
Move with the ocean
Make room for kayaking, paddleboarding and snorkelling, or simply a quiet hour with a book. The crew will help you find the pace that suits your group.
Explore with purpose.
A voyage aboard Radiance can be more than time away. We are developing experiences that bring sailing, marine science and conservation together, connecting curious guests with the people working to understand and protect the ocean.
Expedition journal
Dispatches from Radiance’s research voyages, with partner reports and observations from the water.
Manta research in Fiji’s Northern Lau Group
Radiance hosted SeaKeepers South Pacific, Manta Project Fiji and Manta Watch NZ for a joint research expedition. The owners donated a week aboard, supporting drone and in-water surveys around Duff Reef and Vanua Balavu’s Bay of Islands.
No manta rays were encountered during the expedition. SeaKeepers reports that the surveys nevertheless contributed useful scientific information. This is a reminder that research is about careful observation, not guaranteed encounters.
Read the SeaKeepers expedition report ↗How we are shaping future voyages
We are building a programme with marine biologists and NGOs that gives guests a deeper connection to the places we visit. Each science-led experience will be designed around a genuine research need and the specialists available for that voyage.
Learn from specialists
Explore the possibility of onboard talks and field briefings with marine biologists, connecting the day’s discoveries with the wider ocean story.
Take part thoughtfully
Where a project allows, guests may help document observations or learn about survey methods under the research team’s guidance.
Follow the work
Our aim is to share expedition updates and partner reports, showing what was observed, what was learned and what questions remain.
Aotearoa’s hidden deep reefs
Discover the marine world beyond normal diving depths. Our South Island sample programme proposes hosting a team of two to four researchers to survey selected deep-reef habitats using a remotely operated vehicle (ROV).
Guests could watch live underwater footage, meet the scientists and hear informal briefings as the work unfolds. Participation can be tailored: learn alongside the research team, take part where appropriate, or enjoy your private holiday while the scientists work behind the scenes.
This is a proposed optional enhancement, subject to confirmation with SeaKeepers and the research team. Researchers require accommodation aboard and dedicated time for ROV launch, operation and recovery. Guest capacity, costs, survey locations and any itinerary changes must be agreed before booking.
Explore the SeaKeepers research opportunity ↗Scientific partners and guest activities are arranged for specific voyages and are subject to research priorities, permissions, conditions and specialist availability. These experiences are being developed and are not included automatically with every charter.
Plan a voyage with purpose Discuss a research partnership →Destinations & itineraries
Explore sample itineraries for New Zealand, Fiji, Hawaii, British Columbia and the San Juan Islands, the US West Coast and Los Angeles. Choose a destination below to discover your possible journey.
Proposed route and sample itineraries, not confirmed charter availability. Timing, embarkation ports and charter operations remain subject to confirmation, local permissions, weather and the captain’s passage plan.
New Zealand
Island anchorages in the north. Wild fiords in the south. Explore two proposed Radiance itineraries, each shaped around time on the water and discoveries ashore.
North Island · Auckland to Whangaroa · 8 days
Auckland → Waiheke → Great Barrier Island → Poor Knights → Bay of Islands → Cavalli Islands → Whangaroa
- DAY 1
Auckland & Waiheke Island
Board Radiance in Auckland and cruise into the Hauraki Gulf. Spend the afternoon ashore on Waiheke for a vineyard lunch or a stroll through Oneroa, then return aboard for dinner in a sheltered bay.
- DAY 2
Great Barrier Island / Aotea
Sail towards Great Barrier Island and settle into a sheltered anchorage around Port FitzRoy or Smokehouse Bay. Explore ashore by arrangement and enjoy the night sky from the deck.
- DAY 3
Poor Knights & Whangamumu
Head north for snorkelling or rendezvous diving around the Poor Knights, subject to conditions and access requirements. Continue towards Whangamumu for the evening.
- DAY 4
Cape Brett & Deep Water Cove
Cruise past Cape Brett and view the Hole in the Rock when conditions allow. Spend the afternoon kayaking, paddleboarding or snorkelling around Deep Water Cove.
- DAY 5
Bay of Islands & Russell
Explore island anchorages and coastal viewpoints before an afternoon in Russell. Wander the waterfront and return aboard for a quiet evening in the bay.
- DAY 6
Explore the Bay of Islands
Arrange a visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, then enjoy time on the water. Choose from sheltered coves, kayaking and paddleboarding, with fishing only where permitted.
- DAY 7
Cavalli Islands
Cruise north to the Cavalli Islands for clear-water coves and island scenery. Qualified divers may arrange a guided Rainbow Warrior wreck dive; others can enjoy beach time and paddleboarding.
- DAY 8
Whangaroa Harbour
Finish among Whangaroa’s dramatic hills and sheltered bays. A walk ashore and final lunch can be arranged before disembarkation at an agreed location.
South Island · Fiordland to Stewart Island · 8 days
Milford Sound → George Sound → Doubtful Sound → Dusky Sound → Preservation Inlet → Stewart Island
An expedition-style outline with exposed coastal passages. The captain may extend, shorten or change the route to suit weather and safe passage windows.
- DAY 1
Milford Sound / Piopiotahi
Join Radiance in Milford Sound, with transfers arranged separately. Cruise beneath towering cliffs and waterfalls, then enjoy a welcome dinner in a suitable sheltered anchorage.
- DAY 2
George Sound
Follow the Fiordland coast south as conditions allow. Explore George Sound by tender, with rainforest walks and waterfall views where access is suitable.
- DAY 3
Thompson & Doubtful Sounds
Continue south to Thompson and Doubtful Sounds. Explore the sheltered waterways around Secretary Island and look out for wildlife along the shoreline.
- DAY 4
Breaksea & Dusky Sounds
Make the coastal passage south before exploring Breaksea and Dusky Sounds. Discover forested islands and sheltered coves around Resolution Island.
- DAY 5
Dusky Sound & Preservation Inlet
Spend time exploring by tender before continuing south when the weather permits. Discover Preservation Inlet’s quiet coves and historic shoreline.
- DAY 6
Passage to Stewart Island / Rakiura
A weather-dependent coastal passage brings Radiance towards Stewart Island. Arrival time and anchorage are set by the captain, with flexibility for sea conditions.
- DAY 7
Ulva Island & Paterson Inlet
Arrange a visit to Ulva Island’s wildlife sanctuary and explore Paterson Inlet by tender or kayak. Return aboard for a final dinner in a sheltered bay.
- DAY 8
Halfmoon Bay & departure
Enjoy breakfast aboard before disembarkation near Oban. Onward transfers are arranged separately to suit the final passage plan.
Explore with purpose: deep-reef science
Ask about adding a SeaKeepers scientist-led programme to your South Island voyage, with proposed ROV surveys, live underwater footage and informal discussions aboard. Researcher accommodation and dedicated survey time may affect guest capacity and the route.
Discover the optional science programme →Proposed itineraries, subject to confirmation. Shore visits, diving, transfers and local access are arranged individually; wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Fiji
Turquoise lagoons, palm-fringed shores and unhurried days under sail. Explore the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands, with time for reef discoveries and quiet anchorages along the way.
Denarau → Mamanuca Islands → Yasawa Islands → Denarau
Fiji · Mamanuca & Yasawa Islands · 8 days
- DAY 1
Welcome aboard in Denarau
Settle into Radiance and meet the crew before setting sail towards the Mamanucas. Ease into island life with a swim in a suitable anchorage and a welcome dinner on deck.
- DAY 2
Explore the Mamanucas
Spend an unhurried day among island anchorages, with snorkelling and paddleboarding when conditions allow. A beach walk and a long lunch aboard leave plenty of time to enjoy the water.
- DAY 3
North towards the Yasawas
Enjoy a sailing day as Radiance heads towards the Yasawa Islands. Arrive at an anchorage chosen by the captain and watch the light change over the hills from the cockpit.
- DAY 4
Reefs & island life
Explore a suitable reef with the crew, or take a tender ride along the shoreline. A village visit may be arranged with local permission and appropriate introductions.
- DAY 5
A day at your own pace
Choose a morning in the water, a beach walk or a quiet breakfast with a view. Leave the afternoon open for another anchorage or simply enjoying the yacht.
- DAY 6
South through the islands
Begin the return journey south, with stops shaped around the wind and sea conditions. Share photographs over dinner as the crew prepares for the final days of the voyage.
- DAY 7
One last island anchorage
Return towards the Mamanucas for a final day of swimming and relaxed sailing. Celebrate your week with dinner aboard in a sheltered anchorage.
- DAY 8
Return to Denarau
Enjoy breakfast while Radiance returns to the agreed disembarkation point. The crew will coordinate departure arrangements around your onward travel.
Hawaii
Kailua-Kona → Kealakekua Bay → Kohala Coast → Kailua-Kona
Hawaii · Kona & Kohala coasts · 8 days
- DAY 1
Welcome to the Kona coast
Join Radiance at an agreed embarkation point near Kailua-Kona. Settle aboard and enjoy a gentle introduction to the coastline, followed by a welcome dinner.
- DAY 2
South towards Kealakekua
Cruise south along the Kona coast, with views of the island from the water. Snorkelling or shore access around Kealakekua Bay is arranged only where permissions and conditions allow.
- DAY 3
A slower day on the water
Enjoy a flexible day exploring suitable coastal stops. Swim, read on deck or arrange an activity ashore, with the captain selecting a safe overnight location.
- DAY 4
Sail towards Kohala
Spend the day cruising north towards the Kohala coast. Enjoy the changing shoreline and an unhurried lunch aboard before settling into a suitable anchorage or berth.
- DAY 5
Discover the Kohala coast
Choose time on the water or a shore excursion arranged around your interests. Swimming and tender trips remain dependent on swell, wind and local access.
- DAY 6
Return along the coast
Begin the journey south with time for a favourite coastal stop. Enjoy the sailing, relax in the cockpit and make the most of a flexible afternoon.
- DAY 7
A final day near Kona
Spend your last full day close to the planned departure area. The crew can arrange a final swim or shore visit before a farewell dinner aboard.
- DAY 8
Kailua-Kona departure
Enjoy a final breakfast and disembark at the agreed location. Transfers and onward arrangements are coordinated separately.
British Columbia & San Juan Islands
Lund → Desolation Sound → sheltered island anchorages → Lund
British Columbia · Desolation Sound · 8 days
- DAY 1
Embark near Lund
Join Radiance at the agreed embarkation point near Lund. Cruise into the surrounding waterways and settle into a sheltered anchorage for your first evening aboard.
- DAY 2
Into Desolation Sound
Sail towards Desolation Sound, taking time to enjoy the forested shoreline. Explore a suitable cove by tender or kayak before dinner aboard.
- DAY 3
Quiet coves & forest walks
Begin with a peaceful breakfast at anchor. Where access permits, go ashore for a forest walk, then return to the yacht for an afternoon on the water.
- DAY 4
Island-to-island cruising
Let the captain shape a route through suitable island anchorages. Enjoy a relaxed passage, a sheltered lunch stop and time to explore by tender.
- DAY 5
Stay a little longer
Spend a day in a favourite anchorage rather than rushing onwards. Paddle along the shoreline, watch for wildlife from a respectful distance or simply enjoy the scenery.
- DAY 6
A new sheltered anchorage
Continue exploring the region at a comfortable pace. Conditions guide the day’s route, with opportunities for another walk or a quiet afternoon aboard.
- DAY 7
Return towards Lund
Make your way back towards the departure area, with a final stop if conditions allow. Gather for a farewell dinner and share the highlights of the voyage.
- DAY 8
Disembark near Lund
Enjoy breakfast before returning to the agreed disembarkation point. Onward transport can be arranged around your plans.
San Juan Islands · Island discovery · 8 days
- DAY 1
Welcome to Friday Harbor
Board Radiance at the agreed embarkation point and get to know the yacht. Enjoy time around Friday Harbor before beginning your island cruise.
- DAY 2
Towards Lopez Island
Cruise towards Lopez Island, with the passage timed around local conditions. Explore a suitable anchorage and enjoy a tender trip or time ashore where access allows.
- DAY 3
A relaxed island day
Spend the morning exploring or enjoying breakfast on deck. Choose a gentle walk ashore, kayaking in sheltered water or a leisurely afternoon aboard.
- DAY 4
Onwards to Orcas Island
Continue towards Orcas Island and take in the wooded shoreline. The captain will choose a suitable anchorage or berth for exploring and an evening aboard.
- DAY 5
Explore Orcas Island
Arrange time ashore to suit your interests, or stay aboard for a quiet day in the islands. Tender trips and water activities are planned around the weather and local access.
- DAY 6
Sheltered waterways
Enjoy a flexible cruising day between island stops. Keep watch for wildlife without pursuing it; encounters are a possibility, never a promise.
- DAY 7
Back towards Friday Harbor
Return towards Friday Harbor with time for a final anchorage. Celebrate your week with a farewell dinner aboard Radiance.
- DAY 8
Friday Harbor departure
After breakfast, disembark at the agreed location. The crew will help coordinate the timing with your onward arrangements.
US West Coast
Santa Barbara → Channel Islands → Santa Barbara
US West Coast · Santa Barbara & Channel Islands · 8 days
- DAY 1
Welcome to Santa Barbara
Embark at an agreed location near Santa Barbara and settle aboard. Meet the crew and discuss the week’s weather-dependent island plan over a welcome meal.
- DAY 2
Passage to the Channel Islands
Make the crossing to a suitable island anchorage when conditions permit. Enjoy the open-water passage and an afternoon taking in the coastline from the yacht.
- DAY 3
Explore the island shoreline
Take a tender trip or kayak in suitable sheltered water. Shore landings depend on access requirements, local restrictions and sea conditions.
- DAY 4
A day of discovery
Stay in a promising anchorage or move to another suitable location. Enjoy time watching the shoreline, photographing the scenery and relaxing aboard.
- DAY 5
Another island perspective
Continue exploring within the region, with the captain selecting the route. Plan a picnic aboard, time on deck and water activities if conditions are favourable.
- DAY 6
Flexible island day
Keep this day open for weather and the experiences you have enjoyed most. The return passage may begin earlier if conditions favour it.
- DAY 7
Return to Santa Barbara
Cruise back towards the mainland and your departure area. Enjoy a final dinner aboard and time to reflect on your island voyage.
- DAY 8
Disembarkation
Enjoy breakfast before disembarking at the agreed point near Santa Barbara. This itinerary explores Southern California rather than covering the entire US West Coast.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles coast → Catalina Island → Los Angeles coast
Los Angeles & Catalina Island · 8 days
- DAY 1
Welcome aboard in Los Angeles
Join Radiance at an agreed embarkation point on the Los Angeles coast. Settle in and discuss your island time and any separately arranged plans ashore.
- DAY 2
Across to Catalina
Sail towards Catalina Island when conditions permit. Arrive at an agreed anchorage or berth and enjoy your first evening with island views.
- DAY 3
Catalina at your own pace
Arrange time ashore or enjoy the island from the yacht. A tender trip, a walk or a relaxed lunch can shape the day, depending on access and conditions.
- DAY 4
Island anchorages
Explore a suitable stretch of Catalina’s coastline with the captain. Make time for swimming when conditions allow, or simply enjoy the quiet of a day aboard.
- DAY 5
More time on Catalina
Keep the day flexible for another shore visit or time on the water. Overnight arrangements depend on availability, permissions and the weather.
- DAY 6
Return to the mainland
Cruise back towards the Los Angeles coast. Shore transfers and any event plans are arranged separately around the confirmed berth and passage schedule.
- DAY 7
Los Angeles shore day
Use the day for independently arranged experiences ashore or another day aboard. During the Olympic period, tickets, transport and venue access require separate arrangements and are not included.
- DAY 8
Departure from Los Angeles
Enjoy a farewell breakfast before disembarkation at the agreed location. The final programme will be tailored around your travel plans and confirmed local arrangements.
Olympic dates: official LA28 schedule. No affiliation with LA28 or the Olympic Games is implied.
Radiance in the news
Manta research in Fiji’s Northern Lau Group
Radiance supported a joint expedition with SeaKeepers South Pacific, Manta Project Fiji and Manta Watch NZ, providing a platform for surveys in remote waters.
Read the SeaKeepers report ↗A new chapter in South Pacific exploration
Northrop & Johnson introduces Radiance to its charter fleet, highlighting her sailing pedigree and expedition-minded crew.
Read the announcement ↗Where would you like to go?
Tell Captain Sam your preferred destination, dates and group size, and start planning your Radiance experience.
Charter fee plus expenses · Up to 8 guests · 4 ensuite cabins
Ask for a personalised proposal confirming availability, the applicable rate and the full breakdown of expenses.
Include any cabin preferences, dietary requirements and interests, from sailing and diving to a possible science-led experience, so we can shape the voyage around you.
Enquire about a chartercaptain@syradiance.com
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