a specially designed platform from which to explore undiscovered Chilean Patagonia in three ways -- by air , land and water , using the yacht 's on-board vehicles , which include a helicopter . Where has it been ? It has been based off the fjord-like coast of Chile since its launch . Its cruising area is 400 or so nautical miles from Puerto Montt in the north to the Taitao peninsula . What its captain says : `` My crew will fly you in helicopters , drive you to see wildlife in special tenders and take you on rugged shore-based excursions in one of a fleet of all-terrain vehicles we keep ashore in strategically placed locations along the coastline . We can fly you in the helicopter to isolated ski slopes with virgin snow . '' Victor Espinoza Web site : nomadsoftheseas.com ` Allure Shadow ' Why we like it : `` Allure Shadow '' was built for a yacht owner who purchased a shadow boat to carry the toys for his big white yacht but then discovered he enjoyed the shadow more than the other one . It 's not short on luxuries : every cabin has its
-LRB- SuperYachtWorld -RRB- -- They may not be big on looks but explorer yachts can realize even the most intrepid traveler 's desire for far-flung and exotic corners of the globe . Explorers offer all the comforts of traditional superyachts but with souped-up specifications -- an ice-strengthened hull to cope with polar ice or ocean-going capability . Which means these tough boats can cruise from Patagonia to the islands of the Caribbean and from the Arctic ice to the Mediterranean . They also come with an impressive array of gadgets and gizmos : Helicopters , fishing boats , luxury speed boats and state-of-the-art navigation gear are all among the play things likely to be aboard . While chartering one of these yachts is not within everyone 's budget -- prices range from about $ 100,000 to $ 500,000 per week , depending on the season -- most people can relate to the fantasy of escaping the crowds and exploring some of the world 's most remote and beautiful spots . ` Atmosphere ' Why we like it : `` Atmosphere '' is more than a yacht -- it is the perfect escape for the 21st century adventurer . It is