Find Your Perfect European Boat — From Australia or New Zealand.
We’re excited to announce our bespoke European Boat Search service, designed especially for boaters in Australia and New Zealand.
With over 10 years of experience in boating and yachting, our consultants have built a strong reputation for independent advice, boat visits, and expert guidance across Europe. Our specialist boat search consultants support Australian and New Zealand clients with sourcing, inspecting, and purchasing boats and yachts in Europe.
Tailored Support from Afar
Your eyes and ears on the ground in Europe
Buying a boat in Europe from the other side of the world can be daunting.
Our experienced consultants are here to make it easy — providing local knowledge, in-person visits, and end-to-end support from your first search to your first sail.
Local Expertise in Europe. Transparent, Independent Boat Search. Dedicated Consultant Support.
Our European Boat Search Process
Free Initial Conversation — Tell us about your boating goals and preferences.
Boat Search Report — We identify the best options across Europe.
Boat Visits — Your consultant visits shortlisted boats and provides detailed reports.
Negotiations & Surveys — We assist with price discussions and coordinate independent surveys.
Transport & Delivery — We can support shipping and logistics.
Training & Handover — Optional skipper training or orientation when your boat arrives.
Why Work with Go Earth Boating
Trusted. Experienced. Independent.
- Over 10 years’ experience in international boating and yacht consultancy.
- Independent — we work for you, not the seller.
- Access to a wide network of brokers, surveyors, and transport experts across Europe.
- Proven success helping clients from Australia and New Zealand.
Your Mediterranean yacht, handled from the other side of the world.
You’re in Sydney or Auckland. We’re on the ground in Europe, acting only for you – the buyer.
You can get 80–90% of the way to a decision from Australia/NZ (shortlists, video walkthroughs, independent surveys, negotiation) before you even get on a plane.
Time zone & distance solved: we coordinate everything in Europe while you sleep, then brief you in your evening.
Full concierge: from search → survey → negotiation → flagging/VAT considerations (via specialists) → delivery → first-season hand-holding.
From Australia to Antibes: The Mediterranean Yacht Buyer’s Journey and How to Make It Effortless
FAQ: Questions Australians & New Zealanders often ask us
Not always. Some clients prefer to visit during shortlisting; others are comfortable relying on surveys, inspections and detailed media until the very final stage. We’ll talk through what’s right for you.
We aren’t tax advisers or lawyers, but we work alongside specialists in these areas and can introduce you to experts when needed. Our role is to make sure the practical implications of any structure are clear and workable for how you’ll use the yacht.
Yes. We can introduce you to reputable charter management companies in relevant locations and factor potential charter income into your planning, where appropriate.
Most AU/NZ clients we work with are looking at budgets from around €150,000 upwards, though we occasionally work on smaller or much larger projects. If you’re unsure, we’re happy to have an exploratory chat.
It varies. A straightforward purchase can be completed in a few weeks, while more complex cases—such as yachts needing refit, unusual paperwork, or tight seller timelines—may take longer. We’ll map out realistic timeframes with you at the start.
Yes. We can give you indicative annual costs for moorings, insurance, crew (if required), maintenance and seasonal yard work in different Mediterranean countries. These vary quite a bit by region, so we help you compare like-for-like.
Berths in some Mediterranean hotspots can be competitive, but we regularly assist clients with short-term and long-term options. We’ll guide you on which marinas are realistic for your yacht’s size, your cruising plans and your budget.
Many of our AU/NZ clients can’t attend in person. We arrange detailed video walkthroughs, real-time calls, surveyor reports, photos, and recordings of the sea trial. You’ll be able to make informed decisions even from afar.
Absolutely. Whether you want the yacht delivered to a new location, need help coordinating upgrades, or want to locate skippers/crew, we stay involved until you’re fully comfortable and established.
Not usually. We work with English-speaking brokers, surveyors, and service providers, and we help communicate with sellers where needed. You won’t be left navigating foreign-language paperwork alone.
That’s possible, and some clients do it. We can discuss the practicalities—shipping routes, transit costs, refit considerations, and import regulations—and bring in specialists where required so you can plan.
Yes. We regularly shortlist yachts across multiple Mediterranean countries and help clients compare condition, paperwork quality, berthing options, maintenance culture, and total cost of ownership for each location.
