Exploring the Luxurious Possibilities of Yacht Chartering
Indulge in Unmatched Luxury with a Superyacht Charter
Embark on an unforgettable adventure aboard your luxury yacht, exploring dream destinations with bespoke itineraries. Enjoy first-class service from a dedicated crew, offering seven-star experiences, and a wide range of activities tailored to your family’s every desire. From water toys like jet skis and Sea Bobs to relaxing in the sun, there’s something for everyone.
At SALT, we don’t just provide a list of yachts—we offer expert advice and carefully curate the best options that align with your preferences and budget. Your journey is always our priority, ensuring a seamless, repeat-worthy experience.
WHAT TO CONSIDER
Explore Unique Charter Destinations
Set sail to hidden coves, dive into crystal-clear waters, and discover vibrant marine life. A luxury yacht charter offers one-of-a-kind experiences, impossible to access by land or traditional travel. Whether you dream of secluded islands, bustling coastlines, or pristine natural wonders, we help you choose the perfect destination for an unforgettable journey.
Tailored Accommodation for Your Yacht Charter
Whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or a multigenerational group, we help you find the ideal yacht with the perfect cabin configuration. Our charter consultants work with you to understand your guests’ needs, ensuring every detail is taken into account. From luxurious suites to versatile living spaces, we tailor the yacht experience to suit your group’s unique requirements.
Endless Amenities & Water Toys for Your Luxury Yacht Charter
Whether you’re seeking adrenaline-fueled adventures or relaxing luxury, superyachts are equipped with an array of amenities to satisfy all tastes. From thrilling water toys like jet skis and Sea Bobs to indulgent spa treatments, outdoor cinemas, and private nightclubs, every detail is designed for your ultimate comfort and enjoyment. A bespoke yacht charter experience awaits you.
Exceptional Superyacht Crew for an Unforgettable Experience
The crew is the heart of every superyacht charter, providing unparalleled service and creating lasting memories. From organizing themed nights and beach BBQs to celebrating special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries, the crew ensures your experience is extraordinary. Their dedication and pride in their work guarantee that your time aboard will be filled with incredible moments.
Luxury Yacht Charter: Your Step-by-Step Guide
SALT Charter Consultants are experts in yacht charter regulations and destinations. They carefully select yachts from the global fleet that meet your requirements and budget, saving you time. By gathering detailed information about your needs and activities, they ensure the ideal yacht is chosen to match your preferences, providing a seamless charter experience.
Popular yacht charter destinations include the Mediterranean and Northern Europe in summer, and the Caribbean and Bahamas for winter charters. However, for those looking to explore unique spots, destinations like the South Pacific, Indonesia, the Red Sea, and Antarctica are also available. SALT’s Charter Consultants can provide advice on the best times to visit these off-the-beaten-path destinations and customize your itinerary to suit your preferences.
When setting your luxury yacht charter budget, break it down into five key areas:
- Charter Fee: The weekly or daily yacht rate, with 50% due upon booking.
- Tax or VAT: Charged based on the embarkation or disembarkation location.
- Delivery Costs: Applied if the yacht needs to be delivered to a specific port.
- Provisioning and Expenses: Includes fuel, food, berthing, and other costs, typically referred to as the APA (Advanced Provisioning Allowance).
- Tips: Optional, based on the service level provided.
Our Charter Consultants add significant value by carefully reviewing testimonials and feedback from industry colleagues to create a curated yacht shortlist. They also negotiate the best possible price and handle all contract details. Once you’ve received your shortlist, it’s crucial to confirm your selection quickly, as yachts remain available until an offer is accepted. Act swiftly to avoid missing out on your ideal yacht.
Our Charter Consultants manage every detail of your yacht charter, from itinerary planning and booking activities to arranging transfers, spa reservations, and live entertainment. They ensure all needs are met, including dietary preferences and provisioning. You’ll be introduced to your captain, who will oversee the final details, and we maintain communication throughout the charter to manage expenses and ensure everything runs smoothly.
This comprehensive service guarantees an effortless and luxurious charter experience for you.
Featured Charter Destination
CROATIA
Croatia boasts an expansive coastline dotted with hundreds of stunning islands, each offering unique cruising opportunities, from tranquil, lush isles to vast, arid regions with ancient villages and towns. These islands provide an unmatched sailing experience with crystal-clear waters and breathtaking landscapes. While cruising, indulge in Croatia’s exceptional cuisine, including Michelin-star restaurants and top fine dining establishments that are renowned worldwide for their delicious flavors and innovative dishes.
A Croatian yacht charter combines luxury sailing with rich cultural experiences and culinary delights.
Featured Charter Destination
BAHAMAS
The sun-kissed archipelago of the Bahamas boasts an enchanting array of islands, each with its own unique charm and allure. From secluded, palm-fringed islets to larger expanses adorned with vibrant towns and historic settlements, the Bahamas offers a wealth of captivating destinations for an unforgettable cruising experience. Indulge in the delectable Bahamian cuisine, where local flavors and culinary artistry converge in a symphony of taste. Explore renowned dining establishments, some of which have garnered international acclaim and Michelin-worthy recognition, making the Bahamas a gastronomic paradise for discerning palates.
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FAQ
In most cases you will be required to pay (by wire transfer) a deposit of 50% of the total charter fee upon signing the Charter Agreement. The remaining 50% of the charter fee plus the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), and any applicable taxes, delivery fees and security deposit are due no less than one month before the beginning of your charter.
The charter fee generally covers the rental cost of the yacht and any crew that comes with it. There are some exceptions particularly seen in the Indian Ocean and South East Asia cruising area, these yachts may be detailed as “all inclusive”. In addition to the charter fee the APA covers all other variable expenses such as: fuel, berthing,customs, communications, food and drink. The APA essentially creates a bank account for the Captain (and chef) on the yachts to provision on your behalf.
Most cruising destinations do have a local tax or VAT levy to pay which is a percentage of the charter fee (not on the APA). It is fairly complex and varies depending on the region you charter in. Your charter consultant will advise you on this in more detail once you have a better idea of the destination.
If your charter has been everything you hoped it would be, by all means, show your appreciation with a gratuity. However, please note that 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.
We would strongly recommend you take out Cancellation and Curtailment Insurance to protect your investment if unforeseen circumstances prevent or curtail your charter plans. Additionally, all guests should be covered by Personal Accident and Medical Insurance, with their personal effects insured against theft, loss or damage. Other forms of insurance, such as Charterer’s Liability may also be prudent. Our Charter Consultants will be pleased to assist you with additional advice in this matter.
It is common practice on most yachts for small quantities of personal laundry to be 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.
Throughout the pandemic, Most owners were flexible and understood that you might have concerns over travel restrictions. During this period we include a special clause to the charter contract allowing a change to the dates or ports if you were not able to travel to the place of embarkation or disembarkation for the charter period.
Clauses varied depending on the individual owner and the yacht’s schedule. We initiated a 12-month postponement clause to be written into the contract and in some instances, Owners offered a full cancellation if there was a restriction on travel to the yacht’s destination. COVID tests were arranged for crews before guests boarded the yacht and longer periods between bookings were mandatory to allow yachts to undertake a thorough COVID clean.
Should we find a similar situation occur in the future – the charter industry is able to adapt to the specific requirements set out by health and Safety guidelines.
We suggest packing your personal items in soft luggage bags as this enables easier storage on board.
No pets are allowed on board unless previously agreed and permitted by the Owner.
Culinary excellence is often the highlight of any charter and your yacht’s chef will customise this and arrange a menu selection in advance. 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 give as much information as possible, as it helps the crew to have a detailed understanding before you step on board.
It is perfectly acceptable to go barefoot on the yacht, most guests find it is more comfortable as well! Deck shoes may be worn but shoes for ashore should be taken off before coming back on board.
Cruising distances will vary according to your preferred itinerary; however, to maximise your enjoyment, we suggest cruising no more than 4 hours during the day and being flexible to change course for weather or more time to enjoy a particular new location. If longer cruising periods are required, we suggest discussing with your captain the options to cruise during the night.
In many cruising destinations, the use of personal watercraft (i.e. wave-runners) is restricted or forbidden unless the operator holds a PWC Licence based on local operating regulations. We can advise where these licences are required, though it remains the charters’ and their guests’ responsibility to obtain the correct licence should they wish to operate the yachts’ personal watercraft while on charter.
If a yacht does not advertise scuba diving as a guest facility, it is usually possible to arrange a local shore based diving company to bring all the necessary equipment and take you and your guests on a specific diving trip subject to local law restrictions. This is commonly referred to as “rendezvous diving”.
In most cases, smoking is not permitted inside the yacht for safety reasons. Many yachts operate a policy of smoking permitted on deck only, however, please check the policy as each yacht varies in their approach to smoking on board.