What does a super yacht charter cost on average
A superyacht charter from 24 meters usually works with fixed weekly prices per season. The charter price is seasonal: a fixed price in low season and a fixed price in high season. The final cost then depends on the chosen yacht, sailing area, trip duration and consumption during your itinerary.
For Global Yacht Charter's target group, the price level is in practice in the higher segment. Concrete examples from the range show what that can look like:
| Sample yacht | Length | Starting price per week | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Martina | 27 meters | €85.000 | Excl. VAT and APA |
| Premura | 38 meters | €165.000 | Excl. VAT and APA |
| Reliance | 55 meters | €375.000+ | Excl. VAT and APA |
These amounts give a realistic starting point for a luxury superyacht charter, but do not yet represent the full travel budget.
What is included in the charter price
The charter fee is basically the rental price of the yacht for the agreed charter period. With a crewed superyacht charter, you may thereby assume the yacht itself and the professional crew. Since Global Yacht Charter focuses on fully crewed superyachts, you do not need to have a boating licence.
What is not automatically included in that base price are costs that vary during the trip, such as fuel, provisions, moorings, local taxes and personal requests on board. This is precisely why a tailor-made quote is important. For a complete overview of what is and is not included, check out What is included in a superyacht charter.
Which additional costs are usually added
Three items almost always play a central role in the total cost of a superyacht charter: VAT, APA and any tips for the crew.
VAT
VAT is the VAT or local tax that may apply to the charter. The exact percentage varies depending on the sailing area, route and tax structure of the charter. As a result, this component can noticeably affect your final budget. Read more about the VAT rate for yacht charter with crew.
APA
APA stands for Advance Provisioning Allowance. This is an advance payment for variable expenses during your charter, such as fuel, food and drink, port charges and other operational costs along the way. In practice, this is often around 30-40% of the charter fee, depending on the yacht and the itinerary.
Afterwards, this advance is settled based on actual expenses. This gives you more control over the budget than if all costs only become visible afterwards. Here you can read how APA works on a yacht charter.
Tips for the crew
A crew tip is common on luxury charters and is usually budgeted separately. The amount depends on your valuation and regional custom. So this too is wise to factor into your cost estimate in advance.
What affects the total budget the most
- Length and level of yacht - larger and newer superyachts with more space, amenities and service are higher in price.
- Season - high season and low season each have a fixed charter price.
- Sailing area - taxes, demurrage and operational costs vary by destination.
- Route and cruising speed - longer distances and higher speed mainly increase fuel costs.
- Wishes on board - special provisioning, elaborate water toys or extra logistics can increase the total.
Fuel in particular is often an underestimated item. Global Yacht Charter assists in estimating fuel costs based on route and sailing speed, so that you can determine a more realistic budget in advance and better understand whether fuel is included.
Example of a realistic cost breakdown
Suppose you choose a superyacht with a charter fee of €165,000 per week. Then the build-up could look simplified like this:
- Charter fee: €165,000
- APA of 35%: €57,750
- VAT: depending on sailing area and tax application
- Tipping crew: to be budgeted separately
Even without the exact VAT amount, you will see that the total trip price will be significantly higher than just the advertised weekly price. This is normal in the superyacht segment and not a hidden surcharge, as long as it is clearly specified in advance which costs are fixed and which are variable.
What does a superyacht cost per day
A daily price is usually only used as a calculation aid. As superyachts are usually chartered by the week, you can divide the weekly price by 7 to get a rough daily indication. A yacht from €85,000 per week thus works out at around €12,140 per day, excluding VAT and APA. It is important to note that a single day charter is not always available and the cost structure may then be different. For superyachts from 24 meters , the weekly charter remains the relevant basis for your budgeting in most cases.
How to keep a grip on costs without compromising on experience
- Choose the right season - a charter in low season will have a different fixed price than in high season.
- Have the itinerary planned smartly - shorter trips can save a lot in fuel consumption.
- Agree provisioning in advance - clear preferences for gastronomy and drinks will help you better manage the APA.
- Request a tailor-made quote - that way you will see in advance which items are fixed and which may still vary.
FAQ
How expensive is it to charter a superyacht?
In practice, for a crewed superyacht from 24 meters , you should expect weekly prices starting at around €85,000, rising to €375,000 or more for larger and more exclusive yachts. VAT and APA are usually added to this.
What is the price per meters of a superyacht?
There is no reliable fixed price per meters for charter. The cost is determined not only by length, but also by year of construction, service level, sailing area, season, facilities and operational expenses during the trip.
What does Max Verstappen's yacht cost?
For a specific private yacht of a well-known person, without confirmed charter availability, no meaningful charter price can be given. However, a superyacht in a similar premium length class is usually in the higher weekly segment, excluding VAT and APA.
Want to know which budget fits your travel plans, destination and desired experience on board? Requesting a quote is the most reliable way to get upfront clarity on the real cost of a superyacht charter. For comparison, you can also take a look at a sample budget for a yacht charter with crew.
