Luxury yacht charters are quoted on a weekly Base Price plus operating expenses. It is an all-inclusive experience excluding certain costs:
Yacht Size/Type Estimated Weekly Base Price (USD)
Luxury Catamaran (65-80ft) $35,000 to $80,000+
What's Included:The yacht and crew salaries. Some smaller crewed catamaran rates may be "all-inclusive" (food/drinks/fuel) in the Caribbean.
Motor Superyacht (80-120ft). $80,000 to $150,000+
What's Included:The yacht, crew salaries, insurance, and equipment/toys.
Mega Yacht (Over 150ft). $150,000 to $3,000,000+
What's Included:The most luxurious vessels, with 12+ crew, multiple tenders, adv technology, and high-end amenities.
The "Plus Expenses" Component (APA)
The final cost will be approximately 25% - 40% higher than the base price due to the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA):
APA: This is an advance payment (typically 30-35% of the base price) that covers variable operating costs during your charter, such as:
Fuel (the largest variable cost)
Food and Beverages (stocked to your specific gourmet preferences)
Dockage Fees (marina slips)
Local Taxes/VAT (these vary significantly by region, e.g., 20% in France, 14% in the Bahamas).