Chasing Eden

Had the trip of a lifetime!

I was recently lucky enough to sail with Hayley and Kyle on Chasing Eden exploring and hiking through the remote wilderness of the Kimberly (from Darwin to Broome), then joined them again to for snorkelling/free diving adventures out to an offshore reef and down the west coast of Australia for 4 magical months in total. Hayley and Kyle are both such incredible individuals and are a beautiful couple who's friendship I will always treasure. They are super easy to get along with and live aboard with and I learned so much from both of them, from preparing delicious meals, learning to catch fish and navigate uncharted waters, but especially the inspiring way they live such a wholesome life. Chasing Eden really felt like home, it was so hard to say goodbye to Hayley and Kyle but I can't wait for more adventures in the future :)

16th Dec 2021

Welcome to Paradise

We spend 5 weeks together with Hayley and Kyle and sailed from Sorong to Tual. Even if the whole Corona-Situation changed all our plans we had a fantastic time on board. Hayley and Kyle made us feel home from the first moment. They are such a relaxed and great couple, we shared lots of fun dives together, we had amazing food and great sunset-dundowners. We thank them so much for taking us as crew members and we hope to sail one day again with them.

20th Apr 2020

Wonderful first experience

I had the chance to go on SV Chasing Eden for 3 weeks. Hayley and Kyle gave me a very warm welcome. They did their best to show me the wonderful way of living on a boat. I highly recommand them. They took the time explaining things and clarifying them when I needed it. They answer all my questions and I really enjoy spending time with them. I had a lovely bedroom and I really felt I was at home. The activities they offered are wonderful, if you like sport, swimming, hiking, playing cards, watch a movie or snorkelling, this boat will make you more than happy! Thank you so much SV Chasing Eden!

27th Feb 2020

Lived the Dream!

Spent a wonderful 3 weeks in Raja Ampat with Kyle and Haley, and what an amazing experience it was! Every day was a new adventure - whether we were exploring local markets to find the best fruit and veg, searching for coconuts or mangoes on the islands, diving remote reefs, hiking to great lookouts, morning workouts on the beach, yoga on a sandy patch, or visiting small island villages and playing with the kids - it was always the best day! Plenty of down time to rest and recover to balance it out - time for reading and sharing books, card games after dinner or just good ol' fashion quality conversation. Always VERY well fed with Haley's creative wizardry in the kitchen - the best healthy meals and snacks throughout the day kept us all going, and a cold sundowner beer was also a regular on our daily menu! I also seriously benefited from their skill with a speargun and enjoyed fresh fish for many meals during the trip. The boat was very comfortable for the 3 of us, laid out in a way that provides plenty of privacy personal space. I especially enjoyed evening showers on the back at sunset, and coconut coffee scrubs made from our daily grinds. Such a treat! In general, you could not ask for a more kind and selfless couple than Kyle and Haley. They go above and beyond to make sure you are having an enjoyable experience, and were patient and open to teaching & sharing their sailing experience. They are quite simply the good quality humans you seek out in life and benefit from spending time with. I will forever remember this trip and experience, and am so thankful there are people like these two who open up their home and share these amazing experiences with others! Thank you guys again for allowing me to live the dream, getting 2020 off to the best start!

2nd Feb 2020

Great experience for first timer

I had a chance to be on board Hayley & Kyle's catamaran for 10 days and sail up north on east coast of Australia. As this was my first time on a sailboat, I appreciate the opportunity they have given me and also all the things they thought me with great patience. I had great time with them. Food was excellent, and chocolate treat every night :) had fun playing games after the sunset, or watching movies. During the day we discovered new places, or did some workouts. I especially enjoyed getting on the shore and getting around small towns on a bicycle. Hayley & Kyle are very easy going, relaxed couple and if you have the opportunity to join their voyage for some time, don't hesitate. Thanks Hayley & Kyle Save voyage and good winds

13th Dec 2019

This is LIVING!

The 2&1/2 weeks spent with Kyle & Hayley & their perfect sized catamaran, Chasing Eden, was incredible! The boat itself is homely, comfortable & doesn’t take long to get your head around. They are fantastic teachers and we soon felt very comfortable when setting sail and anchoring. The FOOD is heavenly! So many fresh, wholesome & inspiring meals ( I wanted to take a photo of every single one)! Not to mention the abundance of freshly caught fish & coconuts... Kyle & Hayley made sure we had our diving fix and shared any gear we didn’t have and taught us the art of breath holding and spear fishing. Hunting, catching and eating only what you need is the way forward. We loved learning all Hayley’s plastic free & environmental tips - my notebook was never far away! Kyle & Hayley very quickly became great friends and there was never a dull moment - from morning coffees, beach work outs, kitchen fun, beach clean ups, coconut missions, diving, yoga sessions, epic CARD games & amazing chats with sundowners in hand. If we didn’t have work commitments we wouldn’t have thought twice about joining them all the way to Darwin and beyond. A truly blissful couple of weeks. See you for the next voyage legends!

31st Oct 2019

3 EPIC weeks with Chasing Eden

Having zero experience on a sailboat, we initially committed to two weeks with Hayley and Kyle on their Catamaran. After our first sailing days, including tastiest fish and calmest sleeps, we predicted leaving would be very hard. If you like healthy food, good laughs, fishing, spear fishing, movie nights, best banana bread, participating in daily activities to maintain a cataraman and learning new things, you shouldn't wonder twice before jumping onboard with them. We could only extend for one week and we never hesitated. Everyday is very different and you may have the chance to snorkel with turtles and dolphins or get some quality reading time and watch the most amazing sunsets. We have travelled the world for 7 months and we can honestly say these three weeks have been one our best. Our friends Hayley and Kyle will always have a special place in our hearts and we cannot recommend enough to jump onboard. thanks again for one of the best three weeks of our lives Hayley and Kyle,

11th Jul 2019