How much does it cost to charter a superyacht?
Superyacht charters are priced per week for the whole yacht. As a guide, yachts of 30–45 metres typically run from around €90,000 to €250,000 per week, and 45 metres and above climb from roughly €250,000 into the millions for the largest yachts. Add an APA of about 25–35%, local VAT and a crew gratuity.
Key facts
- Indicative base rates: 30–45 m ≈ €90k–€250k/week; 45 m+ from ~€250k upward.
- The largest and newest superyachts run into seven figures per week.
- APA (~25–35%) covers fuel, food, drinks and berthing on top of the base rate.
- Local VAT and a customary 5–15% crew gratuity are additional.
- Rates depend on size, age, brand, crew and season — confirmed on enquiry.
| Length | Typical weekly rate | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| 30–40 m | €90,000–€180,000 | 10–12 |
| 40–50 m | €180,000–€350,000 | 10–12 |
| 50–60 m | €350,000–€600,000 | 12 |
| 60 m+ | €600,000–€2,000,000+ | 12+ |
Indicative ranges — confirmed by your broker on enquiry.
What drives a superyacht's price?
Length is the biggest factor, but not the only one. A newer yacht from a prestigious builder, with a larger crew, a beach club, a spa and an array of toys, commands more than an older yacht of the same size.
Season matters too: peak summer weeks in the Mediterranean and the Christmas–New Year period in the Caribbean carry the highest rates.
What are the extras on top?
As with any crewed charter, running costs are handled through the APA — a float of roughly 25–35% of the fee covering fuel, provisioning, drinks and berthing, reconciled by the captain at the end.
Local VAT applies in most cruising grounds and varies by country, and a crew gratuity of around 5–15% is customary. On a superyacht these figures are large in absolute terms, so a clear estimate up front matters.
Getting the right yacht for the budget
A broker's value shows most at this level: matching the yacht, crew and itinerary to your brief, flagging strong-value yachts and negotiating terms. The service is free to you — the yacht pays the commission.
Common questions
What is the difference between a yacht and a superyacht?
There is no strict legal line, but 'superyacht' generally refers to professionally crewed yachts of roughly 24 metres and above. Above about 60 metres the term 'megayacht' is sometimes used.
Why is there such a wide price range for the same length?
Age, builder, crew size, amenities and season all move the price. A brand-new yacht with a beach club and a large crew costs far more than an older yacht of the same length in the shoulder season.
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