35 High-End Gifts Sailors and Boaters Will Love
/Sailors and boaters always need several things to make boat life easier, safer and more comfortable, so it’s not that difficult to shop for us. But if you want something a little more special for the sailor or boater on your gift list, these 35 awesome items will definitely make them happy!
By Michelle Segrest — How to Get Your Sea Legs
If you have a big budget, make the boater or sailor on your list extremely happy with any of these super cool, unique, higher-end nautical gifts. Click here if you are looking for more affordable gifts for the sailor or boater on your list!
Super FUN Gifts for Sailors & Boaters
1. Marine Weatherproof Audio System
You do not need a head unit. Just power up the MC900B Marine Weatherproof Audio System amplifier and hook up some speakers to it. The included bluetooth remote control lets you stream your music via your bluetooth device and use apps like Spotify and Pandora. It’s weather resistant and designed to handle some light weather conditions without giving up on you. The Class ‘A’ amplifiers have enormous amount of current flowing through its output transistors with no audio signal. Class ‘B’ amplifiers have no current flowing through its outputs with no audio signal. With a Full Range amplifier you not only have the option to run your speakers, but also your subwoofers
2. Yeti Rambler
Get to drinking faster with the Chug Cap. It just takes a quick half-twist of the TripleHaul Handle to open and then you’re good to go, making it easy to steal a sip without slowing down. This Double-Wall Vacuum Insulated water bottle has the power to keep your water cold (or coffee hot) until the last sip — 18/8 stainless steel construction stands up to even the toughest of conditions. DuraCoat Color that is built to last - no fading, peeling, or cracking here. The Chug Cap is not intended for use with hot beverages.
3. YETI Cooler
The YETI Cooler Tundra 35 is portable enough for one person to haul while still having an impressive carrying capacity of up to 20 cans with a recommended 2:1 ice-to-contents ratio. Ice stays ice thanks to up to 3 inches of PermaFrost Insulation and an extra thick FatWall design that is certified Bear-Resistant. The Rotomolded Construction makes the Tundra armored to the core and virtually indestructible so wherever you decide to take it, this portable cooler’s sturdy construction will stand up to the rigors of the journey.
4. Garmin Multisport Marine Smartwatch
Garmin Multisport Marine Smartwatch quantix 6 connects with compatible Garmin chartplotters, the GNT 10 transceiver and other devices to stream data to your watch. Enjoy the ease of connecting anywhere, anytime! Even when you’re not at the helm, you can control your boat. Access the autopilot app to change heading, engage pattern steering and follow a GPS route. View data — including water depth, engine RPM, wind, custom data and more — directly on your wrist when you connect your quatix 6 to your boat’s compatible devices. No need to return to the helm to mark each catch. Use your watch to place chartplotter waypoints from anywhere on the boat.
5. Outdoor WiFi Movie Projector
For awesome onboard entertainment, this Outdoor WiFi Movie Projector has advanced fully-sealed optical components design to avoid dust falling on the LCD screen of tv projector to ensure no black spots on the projection image. It provides lower noise than other ordinary LED projectors on the market.
Vintage Gifts for Classic Sailors & Boaters
This Brass Ship History Sextant is a classic gift for any boater or sailor. With an easy to carry case, the functional vintage navigation tool will delight any mariner on your gift list.
7. Master-Mariner Nautical Windless Gift Set
Ready to install, with mounting templates, alignment tool, drill bit and even an extra hanger bar with screws included as well as your own microfiber polishing cloth— the Master-Mariner Nautical Windless Gift Set includes reusable blister pack and storage box for safe seasonal transport; use it on the boat in summer or in your office during winter. This classic, functional gift includes two marine grade gold finish instruments, 5.85” diameter. Includes a navy blue leather finish gift box with magnetic closure.
This hand-blown elegant Whiskey Decanter Globe dispenser features an etched globe design and antique ship in the bottle will undoubtedly enhance your drinking experience while making a bold impression. This patented set includes whisky decanter with two matching globe design old fashioned whiskey glasses fitted onto mahogany stained tray. Gold stopper adds a touch of class while keeping your spirits sealed.
This Nautical Chess Set portrays nesting dolls dressed in brightly colored sailor costumes. The ocean decor art chess board adopts high-quality wood, which makes it durable for use. The folding portable chess set is easy to carry for travel. Boards is held shut with brass clasp. Chess board measures 12 inch (30cm) x 12 inch (30cm). King is 3.1 in and the queen is 2.8 in. The wood chess set with storage makes the perfect gift to loved ones for all occasions.
This beautiful 3D Wooden Map Tide Clock is handcrafted by the longest running manufacturer of lake art, wood charts and bathymetric art in the USA.Topographic nautical charts are laser cut and engraved in beautiful detail. The wood workers then hand stain and assemble our Tide Clocks with the water depicting the bathymetric depth contours, one level below the shoreline.
11. Nautical Pirate Porthole Clock
This classic Nautical Pirate Porthole Clock would make any sailor or boater ecstatic. Made of premium quality, this vintage gift is sure to enhance any nautical decor.
12. Mariners Rope Anchor Sculpture
Moor this Mariners Rope Anchor Sculpture to the mantel and tack a nautical decor-course that captures the easy breezy feeling of summer by the bay. Slack rigging rope accents the heart shaped crest in a knotted lazy loop. Hand crafted of cast aluminum with a radiant silver finish, each hand polished piece features an original craft style finish. Expect to see pitting and artists marks that evidence its origin. Each piece is unique and no two are exactly like.
13. Nautical Porthole Time Clock
This solid brass Nautical Porthole Time Clock on a wooden premium buffed base has been buffed and polished to make it look elegant. This is nautical time clock is heavy and comes with the batteries . There are many size and decor options.
Practical & Safety Gifts & Gear for Sailors & Boaters
14. High-Performance Dock Line Set
Nylon is by far the superior material used for dock lines—it can stand the test of time against oil, sun, mold, and rot. Sailors and boaters can never have too many lines, making this an awesome gift for any mariner. This set includes four 15-foot lines with a handy storage bag.
15. Waterproof, Fogproof Marine Binoculars
Marine binoculars with 7x magnification and 50mm objective lens; 22 mm eye relief, 6.8mm exit pupil, and field of view is 396 feet at 1000 yards / 132 meters at 1000 meters. Completly waterproof and float in water. Nitrogen-purged fog proofed and highly durable.
16. Garmin InReach Satellite Tracker
The Garmin InReach Satellite Tracker allows you to track your whereabouts on the seas and communicate directly with family and friends. You have a couple of options as far as this one goes. There is the Explorer+ model, which enables two-way text messaging, shares the user’s location with friends and family, and most importantly, it provides direction for your loved ones and peace of mind for you. The other model is the InReach Mini. It carries most of the same features, and fits in the palm of your hand. You can’t go wrong with either, but if you are notorious for forgetting your keys, you may want to go with the bigger model.
17. Stainless Steel Fender Racks
Holds two fenders of any style, 9" to 11" in diameter, fenders not included. This high gloss 316 stainless steel fender rack mounts on any rail and stanchion system. The moveable "J" hooks mount on 7/8" rails and stanchion system and tightens to accommodate any angle and tightens to blend with any angle, cross-reinforced for extra strength.
This Cable Shore Power Adapter is perfectly designed with 1.5 Feet of cable with an LED power indicator light. The durable 100% pure copper cable STW 10AWGX3 cores 600Volt and provides weather resistant, durable, reliable, outdoor 30 Amp heavy duty power.
19. Boat Safety Kit
This Boat Safety Kit includes all the minimum safety requirements for boating. The kit includes a throw bag with 60 feet floatable rope for safety, disress flag, strobe light, signal mirror, rescue whistle for help, a multitool with 12 functions including heavy-duty knife and water resistant flashlight for survival, a first aid kit and high visibility red bag to hold all the required Coast Guard equipment.
A three-bank Onboard Battery Charger rated at 15-amps - 5-amps per bank. Ideal for 12-volt batteries, including marine, boat, starter, and deep-cycle batteries.Independently charge and control each battery bank with selectable charging modes - including 12V, 12V AGM, 12V Lithium, and 12V Repair Mode - for all types of lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries. An integrated thermal sensor detects the ambient temperature and alters the charge to eliminate over-charging in hot climates and under-charging in cold climates. Charges batteries as low as 1-volt. Or use the all-new force mode that allows you to take control and manually begin charging dead batteries down to zero volts.
21. Coastal Alert Launcher Kit
A basic emergency kit, this Coastal Alert Launcher Kit includes flare gun, flares, and other safety items every boater needs onboard.
22. LED Electronic Distress Signal
Family safe and easy to use, the C-1003 LED Electronic Distress Signal is a complete compliance kit that fulfills USCG night, day, and audible distress signal requirements. It flashes the US Coast Guard spec SOS signal for up to 60 hours, many times longer than USCG requirements; batteries included, and the incredibly bright signal is visible up to 10 nautical miles.
23. Thuraya Satsleeve Plus Satellite Phone System
This device will transform your phone into a satellite smartphone. It assures that you will have a line of communication, including phone calls, emails, instant messages, and social media apps while it is in satellite mode. Check and see the regions that are covered to make sure it suits your needs, but chances are that it does.
24. Iridium GO Satellite Hotspot
This is another great device to make sure your sailor or boater can communicate with you. The Iridium GO Satellite Hotspot enables voice calling and text messaging as well as enhanced data capabilities. The advantage of this device over others is that it can cater to specific needs, and it has a compact and portable design.
25. Olympus Tough TG-6 Digital Camera with Deluxe Accessory Bundle
There are a lot of options out there if you are looking for a waterproof camera to give the sailor or boater in your life. This bundle will give them everything they need to log their voyages, start a video blog, or even shoot that independent sailing film they’ve been talking about for so long. This camera will even allow sailors and boaters to connect to a hotspot device and upload sailing videos while they are still out on the water!
26. Drone
Maybe you want to help the sailor or boater in your life to take their sailing videos to the next level! Most sailors and boaters would think a drone is cool anyway, but now they will be able to use this to show off his life on the water.
27. Ultimate Ears Boom 3 Waterproof Speaker
If the boater or sailor in your life likes music, it should go without saying that they need a speaker that is waterproof. Plus, this would pair well with a solar charger.
Clothing & Gear Make Great Gifts for Sailors & Boaters
28. Waterproof, Windproof, Breathable Sailing Jacket
This Waterproof, Windproof, Breathable Sailing Jacket provides a waterproof and breathable outer layer between you and the elements. Its unique membrane will keep water molecules out, while allowing sweat vapor to pass through – keeping you dry from the outside and comfortable on the inside. This has a tough weatherproof outer layer, specially designed for the harshest conditions. It is a combination of a DWR-treated outer fabric, a highly breathable and waterproof membrane, and often a highly breathable inner fabric, mesh or lining.
In cold water, Wetsuits for Diving can keep the body extra warm. The working principle of diving suits is that when water enters the clothes, and then leaves a thin layer of water on the body. Then the body keeps moving to generate heat, heating and keeping the body warm. At the same time, in open water, you can avoid being injured by marine organisms, and avoiding water pollution causing skin sensitivity. The wetsuits provide you with better protection.
Costa Fantail sunglasses are the smaller but no less mighty kin of the Blackfin. The best polarized sunglasses on the water, these men's performance sport fishing sunglasses with mirrored options are polarized, co-molded and are perfect for any Angler.
Classic Books Sailors and Boaters Will Love
Celebrating more than eighty-five years of the prestigious yacht company, Hinkley Yachts traverses decades, oceans, and seas, capturing the joy, excitement, and serenity of the ultimate boating experience. A highly respected name in the yachting world, Hinckley sets the standard for high quality, performance, and lasting beauty. This book showcases the rich history, classic design, and legendary work of the handcrafted Hinckley yachts from 1928 to today. With historic and contemporary photographs and drawings from Hinckley's extensive archive-featuring the incredible craftsmanship and technical innovations of both its sailing yachts and jet boats-this is the first book to celebrate Hinckley's rich history.
32. Herreshoff: American Masterpieces
Elegant by design and spectacular in performance, thirty-six iconic Herreshoff boats are showcased in magnificent photographs and original drawings in Herreshoff: American Masterpieces. The Herreshoff Manufacturing Company―led by its founding spirit, the brilliant designer Captain Nathanael Greene Herreshoff (1848–1938)― constructed the most thrilling, innovative, and graceful boats ever built in the United States, not only lavish yachts and thoroughbred racing classes but also daysailers and dinghies, weekend cruisers and motor launches. Marine historian Maynard Bray and Herreshoff expert Claas van der Linde, in collaboration with renowned nautical photographer Benjamin Mendlowitz,
33. Sailing America
The closest you'll get on land to the feeling of being on deck - sailing through the eyes of a true master of both sail and lens.
This deluxe, grand-scale, limited-edition book, Sailing America is a voyage across America, capturing the joy, excitement, and serenity of sailing in the waters of every region of the United States - from Puerto Rico to the tip of Alaska.
34. Complete Aubrey/Maturin Novels Collection
Patrick O’Brian’s twenty-one-volume Complete Aubrey/Maturin Novels Collection has delighted generations of devoted fans, inspired a blockbuster film, and sold millions of copies in twenty-four languages. These five omnibus volumes, beautifully produced and boxed, contain 7,000 pages of what has often been described as a single, continuous narrative. They are a perfect tribute for such a literary achievement, and a perfect gift for the O’Brian enthusiast.
The Atlantic Crossing Guide is expanded and refreshed in its 7th edition for a new generation of Atlantic cruisers, is the well-established and definitive reference, relied upon by thousands of cruisers crossing the Atlantic in both directions.It is packed with information and collective wisdom of cruising sailors from over four decades.
