CHARTERING A YACHT AND CREATING CAPTIVATING MEMORIES
LUXURY YACHTS FOR
CHARTER & RENTAL
WHY CHOOSE WONDER YACHTS?
Discover the pinnacle of luxury yachting with Wonder Yacht, blending high-touch service with unrivalled expertise for your ultimate charter experience.
The Charter Lifestyle
The life style of Charter’s yachts beyond compare
best marine technology
Our yachts offer the best in marine technology, design, entertainment, equipment and crew.
tailor made experiences
Our “tailor made charter experience” takes into consideration the preferences of every guest and every day of your charter will offer a different view and a new and exciting experience.
Discover The World’s Best-Kept Secrets
Visit remote and unusual destinations from the comfort when you hire a luxury yacht. Go where you want, when you want, and visit secret hideaways and remote islands that can only be reached by water.
tailored to you
Even the very best hotels in the world cannot deliver the level of personal service you will receive on board our superyachts for charter. Your Captain and crew are on hand day and night to orchestrate every detail, while a dedicated chef will create world-class cuisine tailored to your individual requirements and preferences.
Your Private Luxury Resort At Sea
Wake up to stunning views of your choice every morning and spend the day relaxing or seeking adventure, whilst enjoying round the clock 7-star service dedicated entirely to you and your guests all in complete privacy.
Why charter a yacht with WONDER YACHTS?
At Wonder Yachts, our Team is passionately committed to ensuring that your superyacht charter is designed and tailored specifically to you. We focus on every detail of your luxury yacht rental to create an unforgettable, unsurpassed experience of a lifetime.
Your dedicated yacht charter broker will use their unrivalled knowledge, contacts and insights to help you choose the ideal luxury charter yacht. Alongside your yacht hire, you also select a cruising area and itinerary to suit your interests, whether it’s a family holiday, a romantic break or a corporate event.
THE WONDER YACHTS DIFFERENCE
The World’s Largest Luxury Charter Fleet
Operating the largest luxury yacht fleet available for charter in the world today, Wonder Yachts charter and brokers offer huge diversity. Whether you are planning a family holiday, a catch-up with friends, a jet-set adventure or a significant corporate event, and whether you require a motor yacht or sailing yacht, our yachts for charter include the very best in design, technology, entertainment and crew.
Local Knowledge And Expertise
Chartering is about more than just the yacht – it is discovering unusual yachting destinations only accessible by water, exploring the extraordinary and capturing those perfect Instagram moments. With our local knowledge, specialist contacts and complete flexibility, we can create a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
The Ultimate In Personalised Service
You will have a dedicated consultant from the moment you first get in touch until after your holiday has ended. We will work with you to guide your yacht charter and craft your perfect experience, with every detail carefully considered and personalised – from the food prepared by your private onboard chef to ensuring you have every comfort catered for during your stay.
A Dedicated End-To-End Experience
In addition to helping you choose the perfect yacht and itinerary, your dedicated yacht charter broker can assist in providing private jets, transfers, hotels and luxury cars to complete your charter experience. Our service is 24/7 so that, whatever you need, wherever you are, there is always a member of our team on hand to help.
Charter Management
Getting the most from your
private yacht
Thinking of offering your private yacht for charter? Our Team of professional charter management specialists have years of experience in all aspects of the yachting industry, allowing us to efficiently market, book and manage your yacht for charter.
Find the Answers to the Most Commonly Asked Questions About Yacht Charter
YACHT CHARTER FAQS
Why should I use a broker when booking a superyacht for charter?
As the ultimate luxury holiday, a superyacht rental can be tailored uniquely to your needs and preferences. Our experienced brokers work with you to understand which private yacht for charter is perfect for you. Then, using their global network of over 3,000 luxury yachts for charter, they will find all available yachts that match your requirements. Using their extensive local knowledge, your Charter Broker can work with the Captain to advise a charter itinerary that is totally unique to you. Should you have questions at any stage of the charter process, your broker will be available to assist.
Is there a contract involved in my yacht booking?
Once you have decided you wish to proceed with booking your superyacht for charter, we will issue you with a contract. This is likely one of two standard contracts depending on the cruising region. The most common is the Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Association (MYBA) charter agreement, endorsed by a leading London maritime lawyer. This contract has evolved over the last 20 years and is now regarded as the reliable industry standard. The two-part American Yacht Charter Association (AYCA) agreement is primarily used in the U.S. and with U.S.-flagged vessels, also adopting terms from the MYBA agreement.
What additional costs will I pay on top of the yacht charter rate?
What is and is not included in the price of your superyacht for charter varies from yacht to yacht and you may be expected to pay the following in addition to the set charter rate:
– APA – The APA, or Advanced Provisioning Allowance, represents the operating expenses that you will incur during your stay on board, including but not limited to fuel, berthing fees, customs charges and food and beverages.
– Shipping/supply agent fees
– Local taxes
– Delivery fees
Your broker will gladly advise you on all additional charges during the process of selecting your luxury yacht for charter.
When do I transfer funds?
In most cases, you will be required to pay (by wire transfer) a 50% deposit of the total yacht hire fee upon signing the Charter Agreement. The remaining 50% of the charter fee plus the APA and any applicable taxes, delivery fees and security deposit are due one month before the beginning of your charter.
How does the chef know our likes and dislikes?
Culinary excellence is often the highlight of any yacht charter, and your personal chef will ensure your dining experience is no different. Prior to your charter, we will ask you to complete an information sheet noting your culinary preferences or any special dietary requirements, beverages, newspapers, flowers or other special requests. Details on any medical issues, allergies and special occasions can be noted. We encourage you to divulge as much information as possible to give the crew a detailed understanding before you step on board your luxury yacht for a charter like no other.
Will the steward / stewardess deal with my laundry?
It is common practice on most luxury yachts for charter that small quantities of personal laundry are carried out by the yacht’s crew as a service. Please note that these terms also allow the crew to refuse politely to do excessive quantities of laundry on board or to handle particularly delicate items. It may be possible to have certain laundry done ashore professionally if time allows, the cost of which will be deducted from the APA.
Do I pay a gratuity?
If your time on board a private yacht rental has been everything you hoped it would be, by all means, show your appreciation with a gratuity. However, please note that, on all superyachts for charter, although crew gratuities are customary, they are left at your sole discretion. As a guideline, we would suggest between 10% and 20% of the charter fee to be split equally between the crew depending on the level of service.
Can I smoke on board?
Generally, on luxury yachts for charter, smoking is not permitted inside the yacht for safety reasons. Many private yachts operate a policy of smoking permitted on deck only; however, please check the policy as each yacht varies in its approach to smoking on board.
How long is a yacht charter season?
Typically, two seasons are ideal for chartering a private yacht. The summer season lasts from the beginning of May until the end of October and mainly revolves around the Mediterranean, whereas the winter season runs from November until April when the Caribbean and Bahamas are traditionally the destination of choice. We have many superyachts for charter during these periods in destinations around the globe, however it is crucial to keep in mind that popular yachts in the most exclusive destinations are typically booked months in advance.
How much to charter a yacht?
The total cost of your private yacht hire will depend on a variety of factors. This includes the size and type of yacht you charter, alongside your cruising area, travel itinerary and any other special requirements you have for your luxury yacht experience. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our specialist team to find more information on our yacht rental prices and our services.
Make a charter Enquiry
Please get in touch to discuss your enquiry. One of our consultants will get back to you as soon as possible.