Star Clippers

What makes Star Clippers different?

The ships are working sailing vessels, not cruise ships with sails for decoration. The engines run when the wind drops, but the fleet relies on canvas for propulsion wherever conditions allow. On board, the atmosphere reflects the scale - with fewer than 230 guests, service is personal, the public spaces feel genuinely uncrowded, and there's no particular pressure to do anything. There are no production shows or formal evenings. The social life centres on the Tropical Bar and Piano Bar, and in port, local musicians occasionally come aboard in place of scheduled entertainment.

On Deck

Guests are welcome to take an active role in sailing the ship if they choose - helping to raise the sails, climbing to the crow's nest with a safety harness, or simply watching from the bow nets. Kayaks, windsurfers and snorkelling equipment are available at no extra charge. Royal Clipper has a stern marina platform for swimming directly off the ship; Star Clipper and Star Flyer do not. Each ship has two swimming pools; Royal Clipper has three. Deck space per passenger is generous by any measure.

Dining

All three ships operate open-seating dining throughout the voyage - no assigned tables and no fixed sittings. The menu changes daily and draws from a broad international range. The dress code after dark is informal: no shorts or flip-flops in the dining room is the only rule consistently applied. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style; dinner is served.

Why Star Clippers

What makes Star Clippers different?

On Deck

Dining

The Fleet

Star Clipper