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Active families and groups will always be on the lookout for thrilling adventures that they can have together.
In 2025, exploring the seas could be a great way to do this, and there are all kinds of incredible but unique experiences that you can share out in the ocean that will provide lifelong memories for everyone involved, no matter their age. Whether arranging a yacht charter for a luxurious experience of discovering the colourful world beneath the surface with a snorkelling trip, these will be experiences you cherish for life.
You could have next to no experience on (or in) the seas, or you could have years of experience, and yet there is always a new way to explore or activities to try.
Yacht Charters: The Ultimate Luxury Family Ocean Adventure
Fancy something a bit different this year? Yacht charters offer a unique way to explore, providing the freedom to set your own itinerary, stop at secluded beaches, visit historic harbours, or explore marine-rich diving spots.
You can also enjoy onboard activities like fishing, stargazing, or simply soaking up the views from the deck.
The flexibility of a yacht charter is an ideal choice for families keen to explore destinations like the Mediterranean or the UK’s coastal gems.
This can be pricey, but it could be ideal for a once-in-a-lifetime trip, especially if you combine it with significant milestones, events, or reuniting with family members.
Snorkelling With Marine Life
Snorkelling with marine life allows you to discover the colourful world beneath the surface and could be a weekend visit somewhere close to home or an extended trip to an exotic part of the world.
Dorset’s Jurassic Coast and Lundy Island are ideal spots in the UK where you can encounter seals and diverse marine ecosystems, if you are looking for something a bit further away from the UK, the coral reef in Australia is renowned for its beauty and is a must-see.
There are many different ways to do this, and you can earn qualifications or go to a resort that specialises in snorkelling.
This can be an incredible way to see sealife in its natural habitat, whether you decide to get a qualification or go abroad to a resort that offers snorkelling, this is something you should aim to experience at least once in your life.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
SUP has surged in popularity in recent years, and it is easy to see why. It is a great beginner-friendly activity that allows you to enjoy calm waters together, any age or fitness can give this a go.
Watergate Bay in Cornwall is a superb place for this, but it can be done all over the world with places allowing you to rent a board so that you can paddle board or take the next step and surf if you can.
Do your research into the water and weather conditions of where you want to SUP, this will play a large role in your success.
Once you have an instructor teach you the basics, you can paddleboard all over the world and see countries you’ve been to before from a completely different. Don’t worry about falling off, even the pros still do that!
Sailing as a Team
Taking sailing lessons together as a family can be a bonding experience and a lot of fun. Sailing allows you to conquer the seas and enjoy the thrill of working together to achieve a common goal.
There are many places all over the UK where you can learn to sail together, or you can go aboard, where you’ll be in the sun for the day while learning with specialist tutors. Many resorts have day sessions on sailing individually or as a team.
Exploring Coastal History & Shipwrecks
Historical maritime adventurers can be thrilling and educational, whether exploring shipwrecks with diving tours or visiting museums like the Mary Rose in Portsmouth.
You can book tours that are educational as well as fun, which can make them valuable experiences for the whole family, you may not see the Titanic but there are accessible shipwrecks over the oceans.
The Atlantic is known for having the most based on recent reports but these are worldwide experiences, so you don’t need to just look in one place for these adventures.
As you can see, there are lots of exciting ways to have ocean adventures that can foster family connections and create lasting memories.
Whether you choose the experience of charting a yacht or exploring shipwrecks and caves, there are countless ways to have an adventure. Make 2025 your year on the seas, home and abroad.
