Best 'Below Deck' Seasons Ranked

Season three brought the yacht Eros, but Captain Lee remained the captain. Chief Stewardess Kate Chastain and Chef Leon Walker created much of the season's tension. Eddie Lucas, the bosun, and his bond with Rocky Dakota, a deckhand and third stewardess, also became a main focus.

Season two saw the crew aboard the Ohana, under Captain Lee's command, face Caribbean seas and close quarters. Kate Chastain joined as chief stewardess. Her often difficult relationship with crew members like Amy Johnson and Jennice Ontiveros played out.

Below Deck presents its.Fourth season continued on the Valor with Captain Lee and Chief Stewardess Kate Chastain. Nico Scholly joined as a new crew member, struggling to adjust to yachting life. Tensions flared between Kate and her stewardess Emily Warburton-Adams over the latter's relationship with Chef Ben Robinson.

Season five returned to the Caribbean with the Valor. Captain Lee, Kate Chastain, and Nico Scholly, promoted to bosun, were familiar faces. Stewardess Brianna Adekeye and deckhand Bruno Duarte added new dynamics. Chef Matt Burns struggled to meet the high culinary standards aboard the yacht.

Sixth season introduced the yacht My Seanna, with Captain Lee back in command. Ashton Pienaar returned as a deckhand, and his near-death accident took place. Conflicts between Chef Adrian Martin and Stewardess Laura Betancourt increased the drama.

Seventh season featured the Valor and Captain Lee again. Ashton Pienaar, now a bosun, showed tension with deckhand Tanner Sterback. Chef Kevin Dobson's conflict with Chief Stewardess Kate Chastain kept appearing throughout the season.

Season 9 of Below Deck.Below Deck.Season nine brought new adventures to the yacht crew in St. Kitts. Tensions rose between Chef Rachel Hargrove and new Chief Stewardess Heather, adding stress to high-end service. Issues about guest needs, like special diets and an '80s surprise, unfolded. Crew members dealt with professional errors and personal thoughts. The reunion episode, hosted by Andy Cohen, ended with surprise reveals.

Season 10 of Below Deck.A new voyage started in St. Lucia with surprising events. Captain Lee Rosbach stepped back due to health. Captain Sandy Yawn took over. Crew tension showed; Chef Rachel Hargrove struggled with hard dining requests and rising crew issues. Captain Lee pulled a prank on a guest. Crew member Tyler wrestled with coming out to his mother.

Below Deck'sThe debut season showed viewers the luxury yacht Honor and its crew. Captain Lee Rosbach led the crew. The first season occurred in the Caribbean. It showed the tough yachting industry and crew dynamics. Key crew members included stewards Adrienne Gang and Kat Held, plus chef Ben Robinson.

Season 8 ofBelow DeckCrew members start a charter season with unexpected events on My Seanna in the Caribbean. Returning crew member Eddie Lucas and new chief stewardess Francesca Rubi faced power struggles and crew changes. Conflict involved Francesca and Chef Rachel Hargrove disagreeing on professional standards and communication. Crew members dealt with personal issues; Elizabeth focused on her relationship with James instead of duties. Izzy and Rob's relationship worsened. COVID-19 fears increased tension as the pandemic started at home.