Escape the ordinary

 

 

 

Charters typically run 10 am to 6 pm, departing from Chichester Marina.  Alternative pick-up points can be arranged. Each voyage includes a safety briefing, welcome drinks, and the flexibility to shape the day to guests’ preferences.

Popular Experiences:

  • Anchor at East Head for a beach stroll and swimming

  • Visit The Hut for fine dining and a splash of glam

  • Drift into Newton Creek for a peaceful pint at the New Inn

  • Explore the Beaulieu River and historic Buckler’s Hard

  • Cruise past iconic sights like The Needles and Osborne House

  • Stargaze under a full moon with music and cocktails in hand

 

1 - East Head - estuary cruise 

Escape to East Head with Luna - Located on the eastern side of the entrance to Chichester Harbour, East Head’s picturesque dune spit offers the perfect setting for an afternoon anchorage. Enjoy stunning views, calm waters, and the gentle sea breeze as you drop anchor for a peaceful escape. this can be part of our most popular booking, an estuary cruise to East Head and back

2 - Bembridge - Priory Bay

The Harbour is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and nearby Brading Marshes are home to the first RSPB site on the Island. There are many picturesque walks in and around the area, historic sites to visit, beautiful beaches to enjoy, and a busy Harbour where there's always something to watch. The villages of Bembridge and St Helens offer a rich variety of shops, restaurants, and pubs and are well worth exploring. 

4 - Ryde Beach

The stretch of sands at Ryde offers fantastic views from the Isle of Wight across the Solent to Portsmouth, with the landmark Spinnaker Tower forming an impressive backdrop from which to watch ocean-going liners sailing from Southampton out to sea. From here you also get great views across to two of the 19th Century Solent defence forts, Spitbank Fort and Horse Sand Fort. Nearer the pier is a number of attractions for when you need a break from sunbathing and further east you encounter the large boating lake, the indoor/outdoor swimming pool and waterside. 

5 - The Folly inn

Discover the Folly, a gem of a pub in East Cowes where you can be greeted by beautiful views of the River Medina. This warm and inviting pub is perfect for everyone, especially yachtsmen, Pre-booking a table is a must, ensuring the ferry times to and from Luna. Luna's staff we stay on board ready to welcome you back for the journey home.

7 - Newtown Creek

Newtown is situated on the large natural harbour on the Island’s north-western coast, now mostly a national nature reserve owned and managed by the National Trust.

Newtown Old Hall is an ancient building and is the only remaining evidence of the former importance of Newtown. It has existed from around 1699, with alterations in 1813. The red brick building stands in a grassy space that was once a wide street.

Adjoining National Nature Reserve with its visitor point, Newtown is the perfect destination to discover bird hides, the harbour walk & woodlands.

9 - Yarmouth Harbour

Yarmouth Harbour lies on the Isle of Wight’s northwest coastline and acts as a gateway to West Wight’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Strategically located at the entrance to the western Solent and providing walk-ashore access to Yarmouth town, it’s a destination that appeals to vessels based throughout the UK central south coast region and beyond. Yarmouth has it all, including a vibrant night life. There one thing for sure listening to all the hussle a bustle after a good feed - well there's nothing like it! this is definitely the most social and fun harbour to visit. Espect fun and games - and the odd Life boat call out.

10 - The 'HUT' Colwell bay

The Hut is located on the north-west coast of the Isle of Wight at Colwell Bay. It's positioned just beyond the sea wall, a stone's throw from the beach, providing uninterrupted and stunning sea views.  Or if you are aboard Luna simply drop your anchor, north of the large white buoys, and the Hut team will be out to collect you. 

11 - Alum bay / The Needles

Alum Bay is famed for its colourful sand cliffs, a geological marvel found nowhere else in the UK. The bay is also known for its iconic chalk stacks, The Needles, and the stunning views across the Solent. The sand, often sold in glass vessels as souvenirs, is a major attraction, and the area is also popular for its picturesque beach and surrounding attractions like the chairlift ride. There is also an opportunity book book a tourist information boat around the needles., Alum Bay is a perfect anchorage.

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