Luxury Yacht Rental in the Yemen

Luxury Yacht Charter Guide to the Yemen

Biblical history has always served up the word Yemen in kind of a breathless wonder. Noah’s sons declared it the land of milk and honey, and its mountains held Frankincense and heady Myrrh. It was the homeland of the Queen of Sheba, and the place where the Socotra tree took root. It’s a land of ancient tombs, exotic flora and fauna, magical old cities, and an untouched coast. In short, it’s a sailing destination like no other, and will take you chartering to what feels like the edge of the lesser known world.

Reasons to Charter a Yacht in Yemen

Fantastical Flora

The Socotra Dragon Tree looks like something straight out of a fantasy series. It goes by another name – Dragon Blood Tree, and its bizarre branch formations and umbrella like stance are just the start of its weirdly wonderful offerings. It derives the name Dragon Blood from the red sap that seeps from the trunk. Beyond the weeping blood of the dragon tree, there’s other oddities unique to these lands like the ghost crab and the Socotra chameleon.

Dunes and Beaches

Silver dunes and pristine beaches are a firm reminder as to why Yemen is such an amazing sailing destination. The dunes that flank Arher Beach are majestic, with their dizzying heights, mountainous backdrop, and shimmering blue sky. Down on Arher Beach and white sands, clear waters, and ambient temperatures are true bliss.

Far Out

For years Yemen has been an under the radar destination to travel to - a far flung corner of the world and a lesser known destination. For those charter guests who love to sail into the unknown, who long to see unfamiliar sights, and who want completely rare experiences like witnessing the rising skyscraper style stone houses of Dar Alhajar, Yemen is nothing short of a sublime mind blower.

Where to Visit in Yemen

Socotra Island

Sitting just off the coast of Yemen, Socotra Island is home to the incredible Socotra Tree along with dozens of other plant species and wildlife that cannot be found anywhere else on earth. It’s said to be the place of eternity and with its chalky pale rocks, clear blue sea, and lack of crowds anywhere – the serenity sinks in deep.

Sana’a

The call to prayer that rings out over the old UNESCO capital of Sana’a is a true thing of beauty. This stunning city is all narrow streets, minarets, mudbrick low lying buildings, and spice laden markets. It’s truly like tumbling back in time. The Saleh Mosque is one of the many magical reasons to place yourself in Sana’a. It’s interior dome is adorned in intricate colorful patterns and the history behind the controversial building only adds to its allure.

Aden City

A former British colony perched along the northern shores of the Gulf of Aden - Aden City makes for a fascinating port of call. This was once a major stop off on Marco Polo’s Silk Road, and in the 21st century there’s a visual blend of Arabian and 19th century British style. There’s some familiar sounding sites such as the Little Ben clock tower, the statue of Queen Victoria, and even an old hotel where the French poet Arthur Rimbaud lived. There’s a central market, cisterns, fishing bays, and mosques all adding to the enchantment of the coastal town.

When to Charter a Yacht in Yemen

With sweltering summer months and biting winter nights, the best time to set sail for Yemen is during April and May or between September and October. Pleasant temperatures, bright days, and warm waters make this an excellent time for scouring the countryside, strolling the cities, swimming in the gauzy waters and sailing.