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Voyager: (noun.) someone who goes on a long journey to a distant or unknown place, especially by ship or boat.
Voyage With
Purpose
Based in Charleston, SC, Voyagers Club curates scientific expeditions and adventure travel aboard the historic R/V Robert Gray. We offer purposeful voyages for researchers, curious travelers, and lifelong learners—blending marine science, exploration, and personal discovery.
More than a company, the “club” is a growing community of ocean-minded explorers. We proudly collaborate with partners like The Explorers Club and Greenwater Foundation to inspire and protect our natural world.
Meet R/V Robert Gray
Built in 1936 and restored in 2024, Research Vessel Robert Gray is a 125-foot historic vessel once used by the U.S. military. Now reimagined for modern-day exploration.
125 ft • 9 Staterooms • 3 Decks • 5,000+ NM Range
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)
Our Recent Expedition
The Robert Gray’s Relocation & the cNAMMs Survey
In early 2025, R/V Robert Gray sailed over 5,500 nautical miles from San Francisco to Charleston, completing a historic relocation and the first leg of the cNAMMs microbe survey. Here's how it unfolded:
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.
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