How Much Does It Cost to Charter a Yacht?

What's Included in the Charter Price?

Every Navélia charter includes the yacht itself, a professional captain, crew, full insurance coverage, fresh towels, water, and soft drinks. For day charters, this is your base cost — simple and transparent. For weekly charters, you'll also get an onboard chef who prepares gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, plus port fee arrangements and linen service.

What's not included in the base price: fuel (varies by route), food provisioning for weekly charters (covered by APA), premium drinks and wine, water sports equipment rental (if not already onboard), port and marina fees (for day charters), and crew gratuity.

Day Charter Pricing — Detailed Breakdown

A day charter is the most popular way to experience the Riviera. Prices are quoted per day (typically 8–10 hours on the water). Here's what you can expect:

• Sport boats & tenders (8–12m): €2,500–€4,000/day. Perfect for couples or small groups. Think Axopar, Pardo, or similar open boats. Fast, fun, and ideal for island-hopping.
• Mid-range motor yachts (15–25m): €4,000–€12,000/day. The sweet spot for families and groups. Spacious sundeck, cabin below, and often a swim platform with toys.
• Large motor yachts (25–35m): €10,000–€25,000/day. Premium vessels with multiple cabins, professional chef, full crew, and extensive water toys. Ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

Add-ons: Gourmet catering (€50–€150/person), premium wine & champagne (from €200), water sports package (€500–€1,500), and photographer/videographer (from €800).

Weekly Charter Pricing — What to Expect

Weekly charters offer the ultimate Riviera experience. The base charter fee is quoted per week and includes the yacht, full crew, and chef. On top of this, you'll pay an APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) of 25–35% to cover running costs.

For example, a 20m motor yacht at €30,000/week would have an APA of approximately €7,500–€10,500. This covers fuel (roughly €2,000–€4,000 depending on route), food and drinks (€3,000–€5,000 for 8 guests), port fees (€500–€1,500), and miscellaneous expenses. Any unspent APA is refunded after the charter.

How to Reduce Your Charter Cost

• Book in shoulder season: May, June, September, and October rates are 15–30% lower than peak July–August.
• Split with friends: A €6,000 day charter for 12 people = €500/person. That's less than many high-end restaurant experiences.
• Choose the right size: Don't oversize your yacht. A well-chosen 15m vessel is perfect for 6–8 guests and costs a fraction of a 25m yacht.
• Book early: Early-bird discounts of 5–10% are common for bookings made 4+ months in advance.
• Flexible dates: Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) sometimes offer better availability and pricing.

Is Yacht Chartering Worth It?

Compared to other luxury experiences on the Riviera — a five-star hotel suite (€800–€3,000/night), a Michelin-starred dinner for eight (€2,000–€4,000), or a VIP table at a beach club (€1,500–€5,000) — a day yacht charter offers an extraordinary value. You get a private vessel, professional crew, access to hidden beaches and anchorages, and an experience that's completely bespoke. For many guests, it's the highlight of their Riviera trip.