Voyager: (noun.)
someone who goes on a long journey to
a distant or unknown place,
especially by ship or boat.
F o r w a r d.
T o g e t h e r.
THE VOYAGERS CLUB:
We are a scientific expedition and adventure travel company, based in Charleston, SC. We offer charter expeditions for research scientists, curious travelers and life-long learners. We provide opportunities to voyage with purpose by granting clients first-hand access to real-time marine research projects. Our creative programming merges various fields of exploration— from scientific and oceanographic, to historical and cultural, to personal growth and discovery.
For now, the “club” is a concept, defined by our community who share deep respect for nature and all marine environments. We work in collaboration with notable organizations, such as: The Explorers Club, Greenwater Foundation, Greenwater Marine Sciences Offshore, Inc., and International Seakeeper's Society - a highly respected list of partners that will continue to evolve.
ABOUT THE VESSEL
Originally built in 1936 by the Army Corps of Engineers as a military vessel, R/V Robert Gray, is truly one-of-a-kind. The vessel is, in essence, a floating museum bridging history and adventure. Her overall design aesthetic is ruggedly authentic and still retains almost all of her original features. She has been awarded many national levels of recognition, including being listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Just a few of the ship’s contributions include: the navigation and charting of the Columbia River and Alaskan Coastline, engagement during World War II in the Aleutian Islands, Japanese mine sweeping in the Bering Sea, exploring and mapping the sea floor in Alaska’s remote waters by the U.S. Geological Survey, and many contributions to scientific and geographical discoveries by the United States Coast Guard over the decades.
Voyage with Purpose
Mission:
Our mission is to provide meaningful explorations with purpose— individually curated private charters and scientific research voyages by:
Educating through travel and the conservation and preservation of marine environments.
Exploring beyond the ordinary where adventure, scientific research, and sustainability merge to enhance the travel experience.
Providing opportunities to travel with purpose by granting first-hand access to real-time marine research projects.
Elevating the adventure of self-discovery.
Voyage with Purpose
Mission:
Our mission is to provide meaningful explorations with purpose— individually curated private charters and scientific research voyages by:
Educating through travel and the conservation and preservation of marine environments.
Exploring beyond the ordinary where adventure, scientific research, and sustainability merge to enhance the travel experience.
Providing opportunities to travel with purpose by granting first-hand access to real-time marine research projects.
Elevating the adventure of self-discovery.
SHIP SPECIFICATIONS
Constructed of high-iron riveted steel, R/V Robert Gray resists corrosion much more effectively than newer and often less pure steel. She is powered by a Caterpillar D398 12 cylinder diesel single screw engine. The Army Corp of Engineers designed the hull curvatures to integrate with the propeller (78 in diameter) curvature. This results in maximum efficiency underway with fuel consumption of 10-14 GPH depending upon operation. She has a range of more than 5,000 nautical miles at optimal performance.
Builder: Lake Washington Shipyard
Build Year: 1936
Model: Custom Motor Vessel
Length (LOA): 125 feet
Year Refit: 1970/2024
Beam (width): 30 feet
Range: +5,000 NM
Base: Charleston, South Carolina
Accommodations: sleeps 12 guests total (currently) in 10 cabins (6 state rooms), with 4 heads (excluding Captain’s Quarters)
Max Capacity: 12 guests, 8 crew
Crew Cabins: 2 (capable of sleeping 6)
VESSEL INTERIOR
VESSEL EXTERIOR
FOLLOW THE VESSEL
*Current Location of R/V Robert Gray
