Luxury Yacht Charters & Superyacht Charters
Luxury Yacht Charters & Superyacht Charters
Private. Bespoke. Unforgettable.
Charter & Dreams is a MYBA member agency offering an exclusive collection of motor vessels, sailing boats, catamarans, gulets, and superyachts for fully staffed voyages worldwide. From the Mediterranean to the Caribbean, Bahamas, and Southeast Asia, every trip is built around you, down to the smallest detail.
A yacht charter gives you complete control over your itinerary, your guest list, and your pace, with a dedicated professional team handling everything from navigation to fine dining. Every vessel in our collection has been personally inspected and handpicked. Every booking is managed with discretion and total attention to detail, from your first enquiry to the moment you disembark.
20+
Years of Experience
300+
Yachts Worldwide
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Why Book With Us
A yacht charter should feel effortless, from the first enquiry to the final sundowner at anchor. Here is what sets a Charter & Dreams voyage apart:
Handpicked Collection, Uncompromising Standards
An exclusive selection of motor vessels, sailing yachts, catamarans, gulets, and expedition superyachts, each personally inspected and chosen for quality, condition, and onboard professionalism. Our superyacht charter range spans 20 metre vessels to 60+ metre flagships, each with a trained team and ensuite guest cabins.
MYBA Certified Brokers
As members of MYBA, The Worldwide Yachting Association, we operate under the industry's highest ethical and professional standards. That means standardized MYBA contracts, clear APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) accounting, and total transparency on cost details. No hidden fees. No surprises.
Global Expertise, Local Knowledge
Our international team combines over 20 years of chartering expertise with deep on the ground knowledge in every region we cover. Whether you're exploring the coves of Greece, the beach clubs of Ibiza, the anchorages of the British Virgin Islands, or the atolls of the Maldives, we know these waters intimately.
Fully Bespoke Itineraries
No two trips are the same. We build every itinerary around your group, your pace, your interests, your preferred stops. Want to combine the Amalfi Coast with Sardinia, or add a few days in Miami to a Bahamas run? We make it happen.
Complete Trip Management
From onboard briefings and provisioning to marina reservations and water toy logistics, we handle every detail on your behalf. Your only job is to enjoy the vessel.
Types of Vessels for Charter
A yacht for every dream
A yacht charter covers every style of vessel and every kind of trip, from an intimate couple’s getaway to a multi family adventure or a corporate event at sea.
Motor Yachts & Superyachts
The most versatile choice for a fully staffed voyage, spacious, fast, and equipped with every onboard amenity. This class of superyacht charter spans 20 metres to over 90 metres, carrying 6 to 20+ guests with teams of 4 to 25. Stabilizers at anchor, beach clubs, water toys, and dedicated chefs are standard.
Catamarans
Catamaran charters deliver exceptional deck space, shallow draft access to hidden bays, and a remarkably steady platform even in light chop, stable, spacious, and family friendly. An ideal pick for groups with kids or first time charterers.
Sailing Yachts
A sailing charter offers a more intimate, authentic way to explore a coastline, moving quietly between anchorages under sail and reaching bays motor vessels can’t. It’s the classic boating experience, ideal for smaller groups seeking tranquility and the rhythm of the sea.
Gulets
Gulet charters offer a uniquely relaxed experience, particularly popular in Turkey, Croatia, and Greece. Traditional wooden vessels with wide decks, shaded saloons, and a pace that invites slowing down, the antithesis of a crowded resort.
Explorer & Expedition Yachts
Explorer charters are purpose built for long range, remote voyaging, to Raja Ampat, Komodo, the Seychelles, or Antarctica, delivering every comfort of an elite vessel in waters few boats ever reach. A true adventure charter for guests who’ve seen it all.
Featured Yachts for Charter
Charter & Dreams manages and represents more than 300 luxury yachts and superyachts worldwide, every one in immaculate condition, staffed by experienced professionals, and available for bespoke trips across our global regions. Below is a representative selection, full specs and details on request.
How Booking With Us Works
A yacht charter with Charter & Dreams is managed end to end, from your first message to disembarkation.
1. Enquire
Share your dates, group size, preferred destinations, and any special requests. The more detail, the better we can match you.
2. Get Matched
Within 24 hours, your dedicated broker presents a curated shortlist of vessels that fit your brief, budget, and style.
3. Review & Reserve
Walk through each option with your broker. Once you select a vessel, we issue the MYBA charter contract and collect the deposit.
4. Pre Trip Briefing
Share your dates, group size, preferred destinations, and any special requests. The more detail, the better we can match you.
5. Embark & Enjoy
Step aboard and leave everything to your crew. From the moment you cast off, your captain and team handle navigation, meals, water sports, and every detail, so you can simply enjoy the experience.
6. Post Charter Settlement
Once ashore, your broker provides a full APA breakdown with receipts for every expense. Any unspent balance is refunded promptly, complete transparency from start to finish.
Charter Pricing & the APA. What to Expect
A yacht charter can be tailored to suit a wide range of group sizes, durations, and budgets. Pricing depends on the vessel, season, region, and trip length. Below is a general guide.
| Charter Type | Weekly Rate (from) | LOA Range | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Yacht (20 to 30 m) | from €20,000 | 20 to 30 m / 65 to 100 ft | Private crewed charter for couples and small groups of 4 to 6; captain, crew, and chef included |
| Luxury Yacht (30 to 45 m) | from €40,000 | 30 to 45 m / 100 to 148 ft | A yacht charter for groups of 6 to 10; full amenities, water toys, beach club |
| Superyacht (45 to 65 m) | from €100,000 | 45 to 65 m / 148 to 213 ft | Superyacht charter for 10 to 14 guests; cinema, spa, multiple tenders, large team |
| Mega Superyacht (65 m+) | from €200,000 | 65 m+ / 213 ft+ | Flagship superyacht charters, helicopter pads, submarines, staff of 20+, bespoke rates |
Understanding the APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance)
Charter rates are the base fee for use of the vessel and crew. Running costs, fuel, food and beverages, marina fees, port taxes, and water toy consumables, are covered separately by the APA. The APA is typically budgeted at 25 to 35% of the base weekly rate and is paid in advance. Any unspent balance is refunded at the end of the trip; any overspend is settled from the APA account with full receipts.
Our agents will walk you through the full cost breakdown before you book, so there are no surprises.
Top Yacht Charter Destinations
A yacht charter can take you to the world’s most breathtaking waters, from the azure coves of the Mediterranean to the powder beaches of the Caribbean. Our agents specialise in itineraries that go beyond the obvious, combining iconic stops with hidden spots only local knowledge can reveal.
Mediterranean
The world’s premier superyacht charter region. Greek Islands, French Riviera & Monaco, Amalfi Coast, Ibiza & Formentera, Mallorca, Corsica & Sardinia, Croatia, Turkey. Charter season: May to October.
Southeast Asia
A superyacht charter or expedition voyage through Southeast Asia, Raja Ampat, Komodo, Thailand, Bali, offers extraordinary biodiversity and seclusion aboard adventure ready vessels. Best season: October to April.
Caribbean & Bahamas
Crystal clear water, white sand, and a year round charter season make the Caribbean and Bahamas the definitive winter escape for luxury yacht charters. British Virgin Islands, St. Barts, Antigua, the Grenadines, Turks & Caicos.
Indian Ocean & Beyond
The Maldives, Seychelles, and the Red Sea for guests seeking once in a lifetime underwater and cultural experiences. Also available: the Middle East & Arabian Gulf.
When to Charter. Seasonal Guide
Planning around the right window means better availability, fairer pricing, and optimal conditions.
| Region | Peak Season | Shoulder (Best Value) | Off Season / Alt. Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediterranean | July to August | May to June, Sept to Oct | Caribbean / Bahamas |
| Caribbean & Bahamas | December to April | Nov, May | SE Asia / Indian Ocean |
| Southeast Asia | Oct to April | May, Sept | Indian Ocean / Red Sea |
| Indian Ocean / Maldives | Nov to April | May, October | Caribbean |
We recommend booking 3 to 6 months ahead for peak season trips, and 1 to 2 months ahead for shoulder season availability. Last minute charters can be arranged. Contact us for current availability.
What Our Guests Say
Meet the Team
Our team of dedicated yacht charter agents brings together decades of combined experience across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and beyond. We’re not a booking platform, we’re specialists who know the vessels, the staff, the regions, and the nuances of every MYBA contract.
Based across key yachting hubs, including Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Monaco, and Miami, our agents are on hand throughout the season and beyond, providing personal support from the moment you enquire.
Frequently Asked Questions
A luxury yacht charter is the exclusive hire of a fully staffed vessel for a set period, typically a week, or longer. Unlike a cruise ship, a chartered vessel is entirely yours: you set the itinerary, the pace, and the guest list. A professional captain, chef, and team are included, managing navigation, cuisine, and all onboard service while you enjoy the vacation. In the US market, this is also called a luxury yacht rental, the key distinction is that a fully staffed charter includes a professional captain, chef, and full team as standard.
A superyacht charter typically involves vessels of 24 metres (79 feet) and above. The distinction from a standard luxury yacht is size and specification, a superyacht charter offers multiple decks, larger guest cabins, cinema rooms, beach clubs, stabilizers, helipads, and staff to guest ratios of up to 1:1. Charter & Dreams offers both luxury yachts (20 m+) and superyachts (40 m to 90 m+).
Weekly charter rates start from approximately €20,000 for a 20-meter luxury yacht and range to €500,000+ per week for large superyachts in peak season.
| Yacht Charter Pricing | Approx. Range |
|---|---|
| Starting weekly rate (20-meter luxury yacht) | From €20,000 |
| Large superyachts, peak season | €500,000+ per week |
| APA (fuel, food, marina fees, crew gratuity) | 25–35% of the weekly rate |
Our brokers provide a full cost breakdown before you commit to anything.
Our main activity is full week superyacht charter (typically 3 to 7 days, though longer trips can be arranged). On an occasional basis, and only when there’s a gap in availability between two weekly bookings, we may offer a day trip on selected vessels, always premium boats, starting from €7,000 to 10,000 per day.
The APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) is a pre paid fund that covers all running costs during the trip, fuel, provisioning, marina fees, port taxes, and gratuity. It is held by the captain and managed transparently with full receipts. Any unspent APA is refunded at the end of the trip; any overspend is settled from the APA account. The APA is standard in every MYBA contract.
Crewed yacht charters include the vessel, the full professional crew (captain, chef, steward/stewardess, and deck crew depending on vessel size), use of all onboard water toys and tenders, and the vessel’s standard inventory. Food, beverages, fuel, marina fees, and gratuity are covered by the APA.
The best destinations for a luxury yacht charter vary by season and experience sought. The table below breaks down the world’s top charter regions by best time to visit and signature destinations.
| Region | Best Time to Visit | Signature Destinations | Why Charter There |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediterranean | May to October | Greek Islands, French Riviera, Amalfi Coast, Balearic Islands | The world’s premier luxury charter region, iconic coastlines, glamorous ports, and centuries of yachting infrastructure |
| Caribbean & Bahamas | December to April | British Virgin Islands, Bahamas, St. Barths | Year-round warm-weather alternative with calm, turquoise waters during the Northern winter |
| Southeast Asia | Year-round (dry season varies by country) | Raja Ampat, Komodo, Thailand | Remote, adventurous cruising through untouched marine biodiversity |
| Indian Ocean | Year-round (varies by monsoon) | Maldives, Seychelles | Extraordinary remote island-hopping with world-class diving and privacy |
None at all. A fully staffed trip means the captain and team handle all navigation, anchoring, provisioning, and safety, guests simply enjoy the vessel. Our agents will also recommend boats and itineraries suited to first time charterers.
Agencies vary significantly in quality. Look for MYBA membership, which guarantees standardized contracts, transparent APA accounting, and professional standards; a collection that’s been personally inspected rather than pulled from a third party database; and a team that takes time to understand your specific requirements. Charter & Dreams ticks all three.
Charter & Dreams operates across 13 cruising regions worldwide and more than 70 destinations, from the classic anchorages of the Mediterranean and Adriatic to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Miami, Central & South America, Northern Europe, Southeast Asia, the Indian Ocean, the Middle East, the United States, Australia, and Antarctica. Wherever you want to go, our agents know these waters and can build a tailored trip around them.
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