Argo is more than just a vessel, it’s your go-anywhere, anytime base for expeditions of any kind.
Argo is more than just a vessel, it’s your go-anywhere, anytime base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and beyond.
This 27-metre liveaboard offers a cruising range of up to 3,000 km and comfortably accommodates up to 18 guests. Ideal for multi-day charters including fishing, reef exploration, corporate groups, and research.
From liveaboard dive trips to research support and private getaways, every ARGO charter is built around your itinerary. Choose a charter type to see what’s included.
Your operational base at sea. Supporting research, government, and marine projects across Australia and beyond.
Take your team out of the office and onto the ocean. Corporate retreats, team-building, and events with a difference.
Life is better on the water. Create a personalised adventure that’s all about your family and friends, with the freedom to design your own getaway.
Dive some of the world’s most breathtaking coral reefs. From shallow bommies bursting with tropical fish to dramatic drop-offs and coral gardens.
Unspoiled, untapped, unforgettable. The Great Barrier Reef is a world-class fishing destination, and ARGO takes you to the places most boats can’t reach.
A once in a lifetime experience. Look no further for your next unforgettable encounter, swimming alongside dwarf minke whales on the outer reef.
Whether you’re planning a liveaboard fishing or diving adventure, research expedition, cultural journey, corporate charter, special event accommodation or a completely customised itinerary, Argo is the vessel for you.
With accommodation for up to 18 guests, experienced crew, three tenders and the range and capability to operate throughout Far North Queensland, the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait, Argo provides a flexible platform for extended and remote-area charters.
Argo combines expedition capability with spacious, comfortable onboard living for extended adventures.
We bring practical marine experience and an understanding of what it takes to operate in remote waters.
Our charters can range from relaxed private adventures to complex research expeditions.
We have the ability to remain self-sufficient for up to 21 days, accessing remote destinations other can’t.
Argo combines serious capability with unmatched comfort. Guests enjoy spacious, air-conditioned cabins, premium meals prepared by our onboard chef, and inviting areas to relax in after a day on pristine waters. Offering that perfect balance of function and luxury, life onboard is as memorable as the destinations we explore with every trip becoming a story worth telling.
In our first season of “Below Deck Down Under” it was critical that our support vessel was on queue. Argo provided excellent services and an intimate knowledge of the Whitsundays that enabled our operation to function fluidly and efficiently.
ARGO provided the perfect platform for several weeks of filming on the Great Barrier Reef, with plenty of room onboard for crew and kit! The Captain and crew were excellent, utilising their knowledge of the reef to help us succeed. Last but not least, the food was outstanding, no easy task for 3 weeks at sea. I look forward to my next trip onboard ARGO!
Based on excellent feedback from other operators, we chose to work together with MV Argo for our dive expeditions to the Ribbon Reefs and the Coral Sea. With its ideal size and guest capacity, along with the comfortable cabins and living areas, this was an easy choice, and our trips have been hugely successful with MV Argo being crucial to this success. Added to this, there is excellent service and meals on board, and with the friendly, experienced crew; we couldn’t ask for anything better.
Minke Whales trip of a lifetime! I highly recommend anyone considering a Minke whale trip to go with Argo!! Their professionalism, customer service, and the love and care the crew have for the whales and the ocean is wonderful. The two trips I have done with Argo (July 2022 and 2023) focused purely on snorkelling with Minke whales and allowed for maximum encounters. Will definitely be joining them in future ocean adventures!
Be surprised - book this trip. Most amazing trip. If you have ever wanted to swim with whales this is the easiest, safest and most exhilarating way to do it. Great boat and lovely crew and best captain. You won’t go hungry and you won’t be disappointed, you may see soooo many minkes you are too tired to go back in the water. But just one more time 🤣🤣 And Vanessa - a very knowledgeable and approachable guide, super generous with her underwater photo tips and tricks and making everyone feel like part of an amazing adventure.
10 Stars! This was trip number 5 on Argo and I loved everything about it. The boat is very comfortable and homey, and I love the small group size. The crew is super professional and knowledgeable, attentive and helpful. And don't get me started about the food, it is always so delicious! I also love the fact that the trips have been dedicated to swimming with dwarf minkes which are fascinating little whales. And in the rare occasions when whales didn't want to interact, Argo took us to stunning reef locations. I cannot wait for next year trip. Thank you Argo!
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Argo can accommodate up to 18 guests, with additional accommodation for our professional crew. Our spacious liveaboard layout provides a comfortable base for multi-day expeditions, whether you're travelling with a private group, fishing or diving party, research team or special-interest charter.
Our standard charter rate includes the vessel, professional crew, accommodation, meals and snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, one tender with coxswain, basic snorkelling equipment and onboard water-sports equipment. Additional tenders, specialist equipment, alcohol provisioning, relocation and other charter-specific requirements can be arranged where required.
Argo is designed for extended and remote-area operations, with the range and capability to explore the Great Barrier Reef, Coral Sea, Cape York, Torres Strait and other remote northern Australian waters. Destinations and itineraries are developed around your charter objectives, operating conditions and relevant permits and permissions.
Absolutely. Custom expeditions are what Argo does best. Tell us where you'd like to go, what you'd like to experience and how much time you have, and we'll work with you to develop an itinerary. Fishing, diving, cultural experiences, research activities and remote island visits can all form part of a customised expedition where appropriate.
Argo is an incredibly versatile expedition platform. We cater for liveaboard fishing and diving expeditions, private and corporate charters, research and scientific expeditions, cultural and special-interest journeys, mothership operations and on-water accommodation for remote events and projects. If you have something different in mind, talk to us — Argo can be adapted to suit a wide range of charter requirements.
Argo specialises in multi-day liveaboard expeditions, with a standard minimum charter period of five days. With extensive fuel and water capacity, onboard desalination and the ability to remain self-sufficient for extended periods, Argo is particularly well suited to longer journeys where you can travel further, stay longer and make the most of remote destinations.