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Best Private Yacht Charters — Our Top 15

124 charters  ·  from $47 a head

Private means the hull is yours: your group, your music, your swim stop. The 15 below are quoted for the boat rather than the seat, so bring the number of people that makes the maths work and check what the skipper includes.

Miami: 2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise - What the two-hour route includes
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Miami: 2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

1.Miami: 2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 899 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98Our pick

Spend two hours on a private Miami yacht for your own group, with a cooler, ice, restroom, Bluetooth sound system, and a captain selected through the required charter process. Cruise past Bayside Marketplace and Star Island, with sunset and evening departures especially appealing for photos.

“It was a great experience ! Jorge was a great captain ! We were so excited to book for my best friends birthday and she loved it ! We will book again when we are back !”

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Dubai 3 Hour Private Luxury Yacht Charter with Jet Ski Option - Palm Jumeirah and the view toward Atlantis
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Dubai 3 Hour Private Luxury Yacht Charter with Jet Ski Option

2.Dubai 3 Hour Private Luxury Yacht Charter with Jet Ski Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 886 reviews

You’ll leave Dubai Marina on a private yacht for up to 10 people, passing Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. A red-carpet arrival, crew service, drinks, restroom, and optional one-hour Jet Ski session make this a polished three-hour outing.

“This was an amazing experience. When we arrived, check in process was easy. Everything we had added such as balloons and BBQ lunch was all ready and presented as promised. The crew on the yatch was exceptional Suchin being one of them. I highly recommend this excursion.”

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Dubai: Private Luxury Yacht Tour on a 50-Foot Yacht - Leaving Dubai Marina after the safety briefing
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Dubai: Private Luxury Yacht Tour on a 50-Foot Yacht

3.Dubai: Private Luxury Yacht Tour on a 50-Foot Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 724 reviews · 2 - 8 hours

Take a private 50-foot yacht around Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Atlantis, and Ain Dubai. An English-speaking guide and skipper handle the route, photos, drinks, and safety briefing. Bring food, or ask about using the electric BBQ, fridge, and onboard dining gear.

“Honestly, like a lot of other have said. This has been the highlight of our trip so far. The guys on board were class. Would 100% do this again when we come to Dubai. 1st class!”

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Private Luxury Yacht 55FT Rental in Cancun - Starting in Nichupte Lagoon
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Private Luxury Yacht 55FT Rental in Cancun

4.Private Luxury Yacht 55FT Rental in Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · 1 to 8 hours (approx.)

Charter a private 55-foot Sea Ray in Cancun for 1, 2, 4, 6, or 8 hours. A captain and crew take you through Nichupte Lagoon, Cancun Bay, snorkeling spots, and Isla Mujeres. Bring your own food and alcohol, enjoy the lily pad and paddle board, and plan around weather and dock fees.

“The guys did a great job and made us feel welcome and comfortable all day. They communicated well and customized they day for us.”

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Dubai: Private Yacht Cruise for Unforgettable Memories - Meeting the crew at Dubai Harbour
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Dubai: Private Yacht Cruise for Unforgettable Memories

Dubai: Private Luxury Everest Yacht Cruise from Dubai Marina - Jumeirah Beach Residence and Ain Dubai
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Dubai: Private Luxury Everest Yacht Cruise from Dubai Marina

6.Dubai: Private Luxury Everest Yacht Cruise from Dubai Marina

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 518 reviews · 1 - 8 hours

Hire a private 42-foot yacht from Dubai Marina for 1 to 8 hours, with a skipper and crew, onboard restroom, music, towels, water, and swimming stops. Sail past Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Bring your own food and music, and request fishing gear or a BBQ on qualifying cruises.

“We had an amazing time - will be doing it again next year”

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Porto: Private Yacht Tour with Wine, Snacks & 6 Bridges - Moving beneath Porto’s six bridges
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Porto: Private Yacht Tour with Wine, Snacks & 6 Bridges

7.Porto: Private Yacht Tour with Wine, Snacks & 6 Bridges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 515 reviews

Join a private yacht cruise from Freixo Marina toward the Douro estuary. Your crew, often including guides such as Leo, Kika, Alex, or Inês, serves local green or rosé wine, regional snacks, and stories about Porto, Gaia, the bridges, Afurada, and Foz.

“We can not say enough about how wondering this experience was. Certainly a highlight of our time in Porto. Leo and Antonio were phenomenal hosts and we learned so much about Porto and local wines. Would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing evening activity!”

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Porto: Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine, Snacks and 6 Bridges - The six bridges, each with its own story
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Porto: Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine, Snacks and 6 Bridges

8.Porto: Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine, Snacks and 6 Bridges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 489 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from Marina do Freixo for a two-hour private yacht cruise with up to 10 people. António, Carlos, Carolina, Mariana, or another family host may guide you beneath Porto’s six bridges while serving local wine, Port, sparkling wine, and a cheese and charcuterie board.

“Very relaxed. The snacks and drinks were great. Antonio and Thomas were excellent. Overall a lovely afternoon.”

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Dubai: Private Luxury Cruise on a Stylish 50ft Yacht - Starting at Dubai Harbour Yacht Club
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Dubai: Private Luxury Cruise on a Stylish 50ft Yacht

9.Dubai: Private Luxury Cruise on a Stylish 50ft Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 485 reviews

Board a private 50ft yacht at Dubai Harbour for a one or two-hour cruise with Captain Sameer and crew members such as Abinesh, Mosim, and Rachelle. Enjoy air-conditioned space, a sundeck, bottled water, music, photo help, and views of Dubai Marina, JBR, Ain Dubai, Atlantis The Palm, or Burj Al Arab.

“My partner and I visit Dubai frequently however this boat made this trip extra special. The staff was very attentive and was on time to meet us. They were so very kind and helpful in every way. The boat was clean and beautiful. This truly felt like a luxurious experience from the cake, decorations, food, staff, amazing boat 🚢. And most of all the excellent customer service and communication from booking up until departure. 10/10”

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Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins - Leaving from 33 Lockwood Drive
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Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

10.Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 395 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from 33 Lockwood Drive with a private crew for up to six people. Bring drinks and snacks, then sail past Charleston waterfront sights, Fort Sumter, and the Ravenel Bridge. Sunset departures can bring golden views and dolphins, while captains such as Will, Holly, Brian, and Glenn add local context.

“Very relaxed good time. Our crew was a set of perfessional, and entertaining guys. I will absolutely book again when I have family or friends come in town.”

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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter - Sail, Beach, Snorkel. - Getting aboard at Havensight
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Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

11.Private Luxury Catamaran Yacht. Full or Half Day Charter – Sail, Beach, Snorkel.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews

Sail aboard S/Y Pisces, a 47-foot Leopard catamaran, with your private group of up to 12. Captain AnneMarie, JP, Megan, and other crew members tailor the day around snorkeling, turtle watching, beaches, swimming, music, and island views.

“Such a relaxing and wonderful way to spend the day! Loved snorkeling in areas that we've never gone to. Honeymoon beach is our new favorite spot!”

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Private Luxury Sailing Cruise in Los Cabos with Lunch and Open Bar - El Arco and Land’s End from the water
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Private Luxury Sailing Cruise in Los Cabos with Lunch and Open Bar

12.Private Luxury Sailing Cruise in Los Cabos with Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set sail from San Jose del Cabo on a private 4-hour cruise for up to 15 people. You’ll pass El Arco, swim and snorkel in a bay, use paddleboards, and enjoy seafood ceviche, pasta, appetizers, and an open bar. Crew members may include Roger, Pablo, Victor, or Miguel.

“Pablo and his crew were fantastic! Professional and fun to spend the day with. Food serviced was wonderful.”

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Corfu: Private Yacht Cruise - Starting from the marina at 10 AM or 4 PM
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Corfu Private Yacht Cruise

13.Corfu Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 356 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Gouvia Marina with an English-speaking skipper such as Spiros, Takis, Themis, or Orestis. Choose a 2 to 8 hour private cruise, swim near Vido and the Royal Baths, admire Corfu’s fortresses, and enjoy snorkel gear, towels, drinks, and light snacks onboard.

“Spiros was an amazing tour guide who provided great Corfu history, was a safe skipper and then a legend by diving into the ocean to recover my daughter’s kindle! Exceptional experience and day spent with Spiros.”

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Istanbul Private Luxury Yacht on Bosphorus - Thirty minutes along the European shore
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Istanbul Private Luxury Yacht on Bosphorus

14.Istanbul Private Luxury Yacht on Bosphorus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Sail the Bosphorus for one hour with only your group, spending 30 minutes along Istanbul’s European shore and 30 minutes by the Asian side. An English audio guide, tea or coffee, Wi-Fi, restrooms, and a photo stop near Maiden Tower are included.

“It’s was an amazing experience. It was easy to get to the meeting place and overall process was quick and easy……………………….”

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Private Luxury Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus - What the private yacht adds
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Private Luxury Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus

15.Private Luxury Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Sail Istanbul’s Bosphorus on a private yacht with fresh fruit, cookies, baklava, tea, coffee, lemonade, and water. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden’s Tower, and the Golden Horn. A guide may be arranged separately, so confirm what is included before booking.

“The trip was perfect with great weather and a knowledgeable guide. Lunch was wonderful as well. Thank you to Cilil and our crew! This is an amazing excursion for families, small groups and couples.”

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