Choose Your Charter Style
From hands-on bareboat sailing to fully crewed luxury, there is a charter type for every experience level, budget, and dream vacation.
Five Ways to Charter
Each charter style offers a unique experience. Explore the details below to find the one that suits you best.
Bareboat Charter
Your Boat, Your Rules, Your Adventure
Take the helm and chart your own course with a bareboat charter. You get the boat, the freedom, and the open sea — everything else is up to you.
intermediate
$1,500 - $8,000
Typically Included
- Yacht with full safety equipment and navigation instruments
- Dinghy with outboard engine
- Bed linens, towels, and basic galley equipment
- Snorkeling gear
Usually Not Included
- Provisioning (food, drinks, and cooking supplies)
- Fuel and marina fees
- Travel insurance and optional damage waiver
- Port and national park fees
Cabin Charter
Share the Adventure, Split the Cost
Book an individual cabin on a shared yacht and join a crewed sailing trip with like-minded travelers. All the magic of a yacht charter at a fraction of the price.
beginner
$800 - $3,000
Typically Included
- Private cabin with en-suite bathroom
- Professional crew (captain and hostess/cook)
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Basic beverages (water, coffee, tea, and sometimes wine)
Usually Not Included
- Premium alcoholic beverages beyond basic bar
- Travel insurance
- Tips for crew (customary 10-15%)
- Personal shore excursions and activities
Crewed Charter
Full-Service Luxury on the Water
Step aboard a fully crewed yacht with a professional captain, chef, and steward. Every detail is taken care of so you can simply enjoy the sea.
any
$5,000 - $30,000
Typically Included
- Luxury yacht with professional crew (captain, chef, steward)
- All gourmet meals prepared by the onboard chef
- Premium bar with wines, spirits, and cocktails
- Water toys and sports equipment
Usually Not Included
- Crew gratuity (customary 15-20% of charter fee)
- Special shore excursions and activity bookings
- Scuba diving with certified operators
- Marina fees at premium ports of call
Motor Yacht Charter
Speed, Comfort, and Style
Cover more ground, arrive in comfort, and enjoy spacious living aboard a powerful motor yacht. For those who want luxury without waiting for the wind.
any
$5,000 - $50,000
Typically Included
- Motor yacht with full professional crew
- All gourmet meals prepared by the onboard chef
- Premium beverages including wines, spirits, and cocktails
- Water toys and sports equipment
Usually Not Included
- Fuel (typically covered by APA, can be significant on motor yachts)
- Crew gratuity (customary 15-20% of charter fee)
- Marina and port fees
- Special shore excursions and activity bookings
Skippered Charter
Expert Captain, Unforgettable Journey
Sail with a professional captain who knows the waters, handles the yacht, and shares local insights — while you relax and enjoy the voyage.
beginner
$2,000 - $10,000
Typically Included
- Yacht with full safety equipment and navigation instruments
- Professional licensed skipper
- Dinghy with outboard engine
- Bed linens, towels, and galley equipment
Usually Not Included
- Provisioning (food and drinks for guests and skipper)
- Fuel and marina fees
- Skipper gratuity (customary 10-15%)
- Travel insurance and optional damage waiver
Need Help Deciding?
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