Crewed Charter

A crewed charter is the most complete and luxurious way to experience a sailing vacation. You charter the entire yacht along with a dedicated professional crew that typically includes a captain, a chef, and one or more stewards or deckhands depending on the vessel size. From the moment you step aboard, every aspect of your trip — navigation, gourmet meals, housekeeping, water toys, and itinerary planning — is handled for you.

The chef is often the highlight of a crewed charter. Before your trip, you will complete a preference sheet detailing dietary requirements, favorite cuisines, allergies, and how formal or casual you want meals to be. Expect restaurant-quality dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients, paired with carefully selected wines, and served wherever you choose — in the cockpit under the stars, on the flybridge at sunset, or on a beach picnic arranged by the crew.

Crewed charter yachts tend to be larger and more luxurious than standard bareboat or skippered fleet boats. You will find yachts ranging from 50 to over 100 feet, equipped with extensive water toy collections — paddleboards, kayaks, snorkeling gear, water skis, and sometimes even jet skis and diving compressors. The crew manages everything from setting up beach barbecues to coordinating shore excursions, creating a seamless, five-star experience on the water.