There is a reason the sea calls to us. It promises freedom, horizon lines, and moments that landlocked vacations simply cannot replicate. At Sandbanks Mariner, we don’t just rent you a boat. We open the door to two very different, equally unforgettable worlds: the rugged beauty of the UK’s Jurassic Coast and the sun-drenched glamour of the Mediterranean.
Your next great memory starts here in Poole.
Experience The Wild Majesty of Dorset
Imagine casting off from Poole Harbour—the largest natural harbour in Europe. Within an hour, you are cruising beneath the chalk cliffs of Old Harry Rocks. The air is fresh, the water is crisp, and you share the horizon with seabirds, not crowds.

Anchor in Studland Bay. Swim from the yacht to a deserted beach. Watch the sunset paint the Jurassic Coast in gold and rose. This is not a postcard. This is a Tuesday afternoon with Sandbanks Mariner.
For families, couples, or small groups, a UK charter offers raw, authentic adventure. You don’t need a passport. You just need a sense of wonder. And we provide the skippered yachts or bareboat options to suit every skill level.
Experience The Mediterranean Magic
Now, let us take you south. Fly from Bournemouth or Southampton, we’ll handle the rest. Step aboard in the South of France, the Amalfi Coast, or the Greek Islands.
This is the Mediterranean charter experience. Elegant. Effortless. Unforgettable.
Here, the water is turquoise. The villages cling to cliffsides. And your yacht becomes a floating villa.
Imagine waking up in a secluded bay off Corsica. Breakfast on the deck as the sun climbs over granite peaks. Then, raise anchor and cruise to Saint-Tropez for lunch. Afternoon swimming in water so clear you can see the anchor chain twenty feet down. Evening cocktails as the port lights flicker to life.
Why Choose Sandbanks Mariner?
Based in Poole, we understand British travellers. We know you want seamless service, transparent pricing, and genuine expertise. Whether you choose the dramatic coastlines of Devon and Cornwall or the glamorous harbours of the Côte d’Azur, we provide the same standard of excellence.
· UK Charters: Perfect for long weekends, family reunions, or spontaneous escapes. No flights. No stress. Just pure coastal beauty.
· Mediterranean Charters: Ideal for milestone celebrations, luxury honeymoons, or that bucket-list week in the sun. We offer motor yachts, catamarans, and sailing yachts with professional crews.
Your Day, Your Way
Every charter is bespoke. Want to learn to sail? We’ll send an instructor. Want a private chef on board in the Med? Arranged. Want to simply relax while a skipper handles everything in Poole Harbour? Done. You are not a passenger. You are the captain of your own vacation story.
The Water Is Waiting
Do not let another summer pass you by. Whether you crave the wild Atlantic swells of the UK or the gentle lapping of the Ionian Sea, Sandbanks Mariner is your gateway. Visit us on Poole Quay. Call our charter team.
Browse our fleet online at www.sandbanksmarineinternational.com. Unforgettable experiences are not found in hotels. They are found on the water. Let us take you there.
Set sail from Poole. Arrive anywhere.

