Motor yacht charter. Space, speed and a crew who have thought of it all.
The choice for most Mediterranean weeks: room for everyone, stabilised comfort at anchor, and the range to have breakfast in one bay and dinner in another.
Choosing well
Length is the least interesting number
Charter listings lead with metres, and metres tell you very little. Two yachts of the same length can feel entirely different: one built around a vast sun deck for entertaining, another around quiet cabins and a family-friendly beach club at the stern.
We start from the people. How many cabins do you need, and must they be equal? Are there children, or guests who find steps difficult? Will you eat on board most nights or go ashore? Do you want to cover distance or settle into a few favourite anchorages? The answers narrow hundreds of yachts to a handful, and then the crew decides it.
By size
What each size gives you
| Length | Guests and crew | What it is like | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 to 30 metres | Typically 6 to 8 guests in 3 or 4 cabins, 3 to 5 crew | Intimate and nimble. Reaches small harbours and shallow bays that larger yachts cannot. | Couples, a family, day charters and short breaks |
| 30 to 40 metres | Typically 8 to 10 guests in 4 or 5 cabins, 5 to 8 crew | A full-beam master cabin, a proper sun deck, often a jacuzzi, and a serious toy locker. | Two families or a group of friends for a week |
| 40 to 50 metres | Typically 10 to 12 guests in 5 or 6 cabins, 8 to 11 crew | Several separate living areas, a beach club at the stern, zero-speed stabilisers and longer range. | Multi-generation parties and entertaining |
| 50 metres and above | Usually 12 guests, 12 crew or more | Superyacht territory: lifts, gyms, spa rooms, cinema, large tenders and sometimes a helipad. | Milestone occasions and corporate hosting |
Guest and crew numbers are typical, not fixed. Most charter yachts are licensed to sleep a maximum of twelve guests whatever their length. See motor yachts, 30 to 50 metres for a closer look at the most chartered size.
What to look for
The details that make the week
- Stabilisers that work at anchor as well as under way, for calm nights and steady lunches
- A captain who knows your cruising ground in the month you are going, not just in general
- A chef whose style suits you. We can arrange a conversation before you commit
- Cabin layout: equal doubles for friends, twins that convert for children, a master on the main deck for anyone avoiding stairs
- Tenders and toys that match how you will use the water, from paddleboards to a proper chase boat
- The yacht's age and last refit, which often say more about the experience than her length does
Where motor yachts shine
Cruising grounds
Western Mediterranean
Italy and beyond
The part most charters leave to you
From your front door to the passerelle
We arrange the jet or the flights, the helicopter if it saves an afternoon, and the cars at both ends, on the same itinerary as the yacht and through the same person. If the aircraft is late, the captain already knows.
Request a proposal
Tell us who is coming
Dates, guests, where you would like to be and any yacht you already have in mind. We reply with a shortlist and the full cost of each. Nothing is booked or charged online.
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Questions people ask
About motor yachts
Motor or sail?
Motor yachts offer more interior volume, more stability at anchor and more speed. Sailing yachts offer quieter passages and the pleasure of sailing. For a first charter with a mixed group, motor is usually the easier choice.
How far can we travel in a week?
Further than you should. The best weeks move a little each day and leave long afternoons at anchor. Your captain will suggest a route that avoids spending the holiday under way.
Does a faster yacht cost more to run?
Yes, often much more. Fuel is the largest part of the running costs, and a fast yacht at speed uses several times what a displacement yacht does. See charter costs.
Can we charter a specific yacht we have seen?
Usually, if she is offered for charter and free on your dates. Tell us her name and we will check.