5-Day Lymington Yacht Charter: Secluded Anchorages & New Forest Coastline
Discover the tranquil side of the Solent with this Lymington yacht charter, focusing on serene anchorages and the unspoiled beauty of the New Forest coastline. This 5-day journey is designed for those seeking peace away from the bustling harbours, offering opportunities for quiet contemplation, wildlife spotting, and gentle exploration. From the verdant banks of the Beaulieu River to the hidden coves of the Isle of Wight, this Solent yacht charter reveals the region's softer, more intimate side, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in nature's embrace.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Lymington to Keyhaven
- Final planned stop
- Beaulieu River to Lymington
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Walk along Hurst Spit to Hurst Castle
- Day 1Birdwatching in the salt marshes
- Day 1Exploring Keyhaven harbour
- Day 1Views of the Needles from the Spit
- Day 2Viewing The Needles lighthouse
- Day 2Admiring the coloured sands of Alum Bay
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Lymington to Keyhaven
A short, scenic sail west from Lymington brings you to the quiet Keyhaven, a small harbour providing access to the salt marshes and Hurst Spit.
- Walk along Hurst Spit to Hurst Castle
- Birdwatching in the salt marshes
- Exploring Keyhaven harbour
- Views of the Needles from the Spit
- Anchorage
- Keyhaven Harbour
- Dining
- The Gun Inn, Keyhaven
- DAY 02
Keyhaven to Alum Bay & The Needles, Isle of Wight
Sail around the iconic Needles, experiencing the dramatic white cliffs and coloured sands of Alum Bay. This area offers stunning natural beauty and unique geology.
- Viewing The Needles lighthouse
- Admiring the coloured sands of Alum Bay
- Photography of the dramatic coastline
- Swimming in a secluded bay (weather permitting)
- Anchorage
- Alum Bay (day anchorage, weather dependent)
- Dining
- Onboard picnic with views of the Needles
- DAY 03
Alum Bay to Totland Bay, Isle of Wight
A short hop from Alum Bay, Totland Bay offers a quieter alternative to its more bustling neighbours, with a lovely pier and clear waters.
- Walk along Totland Pier
- Relax on the beach
- Enjoy a swim in the clear waters
- Coastal walk to Colwell Bay
- Anchorage
- Totland Bay (sheltered in southerlies)
- Dining
- The Waterfront Restaurant
- DAY 04
Totland Bay to Beaulieu River (upstream)
Return to the mainland and venture further up the Beaulieu River than before, finding even more secluded spots away from the main channel, deep within the New Forest.
- Deep exploration of the Beaulieu River
- Tender exploration of smaller creeks
- Birdwatching and wildlife spotting
- Quiet evening under the stars
- Anchorage
- Further up Beaulieu River (e.g., Gins Farm)
- Dining
- Onboard chef for a gourmet meal
- DAY 05
Beaulieu River to Lymington
Enjoy a leisurely morning on the Beaulieu River before a relaxed sail back to Lymington, concluding your tranquil journey through the Solent's hidden gems.
- Final scenic cruise down the Beaulieu River
- Reflecting on the peaceful journey
- Views of the New Forest coastline
- Last chance for wildlife spotting
- Anchorage
- Lymington Yacht Haven
- Dining
- The Ship Inn, Lymington
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