Discover luxury YACHTS for CHARTER.

A good charter broker combines expert yacht and destination knowledge with personalised service and support throughout your charter. Look for an experienced broker with access to a wide selection of yachts and first-hand knowledge of the charter market. They should take the time to understand your requirements, explain costs and contractual terms clearly, and manage the details on your behalf before, during and after your charter.

A yacht charter gives you exclusive use of a professionally crewed yacht for an agreed period, with an itinerary and onboard experience tailored to your preferences. Once you have selected a yacht, your broker will arrange the charter contract and help coordinate everything from cruising routes and restaurant reservations to menus, watersports and special occasions. During the charter, the captain and crew manage the yacht and deliver your personalised experience.

The cost of your yacht charter depends on the yacht you are chartering. There is the charter fee, which covers the cost of the yacht, plus VAT calculated as a percentage of the charter fee and dependent on the country of embarkation, plus the APA – Advanced Provisioning Allowance. This is an account of your money managed by the captain to pay for fuel, marina/berth fees, food and drink provisions etc. throughout the charter. It is traditionally calculated at 30-35% of the charter fee. A breakdown of all APA costs incurred together with a proof of purchase will be presented to you on the last day of your charter and any remainder can be held on account or reimbursed. ​There is also a crew gratuity, which is customary but given at the client’s discretion. As an industry standard, this is generally between 10-20% of the charter fee.

A luxury superyacht charter typically includes exclusive use of the yacht, its facilities and equipment, together with the services of a professional captain and crew. Exact inclusions vary between yachts and charter agreements, while additional expenses such as fuel, food and beverages, berthing fees, local taxes and crew gratuity are generally charged separately. Your broker will explain the expected costs before you book.

Your crew is always ready to deliver on your wishes, however, anything you require on board, in terms of provisions, food, drink, restaurant reservations, spa treatments, is taken from the APA.

All the yachts offered by Edmiston are fully crewed. All the crew members are highly trained, offering luxury service to an exceptional level. Your crew are there for your every need, from when you start planning your holiday until the moment you step off the yacht at the end of your charter. Edmiston can also arrange for specialists to be added to your crew, if there is a particular instructor, guide or guru you want, let us know.

A week is the standard length of a yacht charter; however, clients regularly choose 10, 14 or more days. We have even had charters for 90 days. ​Occasionally, it is possible to charter a yacht for fewer days, something that is usually only possible during low season.

A luxury yacht charter holiday is like no other. Your charter will be personalised and tailored to match your tastes and travel desires. It will meet and surpass your highest expectations, ​Edmiston’s charter team working to organise an unforgettable bespoke experience from the moment you leave home. The memories you create on a superyacht charter with family and friends will last a lifetime. The supreme levels of privacy, service and choice on board a superyacht are unparalleled. There are many private anchorages only our Captains know of, with access to beaches, coves and even hidden restaurants and beach clubs that no one else can get to. ​Our brokers have excellent knowledge of the most sought-after destinations to ensure that your itinerary is expertly tailored for your luxury adventure. Whether you are looking for quiet bays, beach parties or the newest restaurants on the scene, you will experience destinations like no other.

The most popular yacht charter destinations include the Mediterranean and Caribbean, alongside more remote cruising regions for those seeking adventure and seclusion. In summer, favourites include the French Riviera, Greek Islands, Balearics, Croatia and the Italian coast, while the Caribbean is particularly popular during the winter months. Other sought-after destinations include The Bahamas, Seychelles, Maldives and increasingly adventurous cruising grounds such as French Polynesia and Antarctica.

Luxury yachts available for charter range from sleek motor yachts and traditional sailing yachts to catamarans, explorer yachts and large superyachts with extensive onboard amenities. Options can include swimming pools, beach clubs, spas, gyms, cinemas and a wide selection of water toys. The right yacht will depend on factors such as your destination, group size, preferred style of cruising and the experiences you want to enjoy.

Booking a superyacht several months in advance usually gives you the best choice of yachts, dates and itineraries, particularly during peak charter periods. Popular yachts and destinations can book considerably earlier for high-demand dates such as Christmas, New Year and the height of the Mediterranean summer season. Last-minute charters can also be possible, depending on yacht availability and your flexibility.