In high season, luxury yachts can generally be chartered for a minimum of 5 or 7 days, with the option of longer charters lasting weeks or even months.
The general duration of a yacht charter is driven by a number of factors such as your budget, the yacht availability, the owner’s and yacht’s maintenance schedule, the charter company, and your own preferences.
Owner's preference...
Some of the yacht owners do not like to give out their yacht for a month or so.
This might be because of any specific reason such as a personal use of the yacht or keeping worries about the wear and tear that will occur on the vessel, or keeping concerns about the cost for its maintenance and upkeep during the extended charter period.
Besides, some owners may prefer to give a shorter charter time for their yacht to maximize gains or for the convenience of using the vessel themselves.
Maximum and minimum duration
The period within which you can charter a luxury yacht can vary according to:
- the specific yacht,
- its maintenance,
- the charter company,
- the owner’s preference,
- the crew,
- the duration of the charter season
- and of course your planned itinerary, budget, and preferences.
Unspoilt sandy beach in Corsica – Saint Florent area
Typical yacht charter duration
Generally, summer Mediterranean yacht charters range from 7 to 10 days. That leaves plenty of time to explore the French Riviera or Corsica.
In some cases, longer charters-two weeks or even several months-can be possible under expedition yacht charter. Shoulder season luxury yacht charters are more lenient regarding scheduling and enable clients to charter at times convenient to them and their particular needs.
Seasonality
On the other hand, in high season, most of the luxury yacht charters of 35m+ yacht have a minimum length of at least one week.
With longer lengths of time, there is often a considerable rise in the price for the charter of a luxury yacht, and so due consideration should be given to how this can fit into your budget and itinerary before committing to a long-term charter.
Longer-term charters (exploration charter for example) may also be less accessible because fewer numbers of yachts are available; thus, it is in your interest to plan well ahead and book early.
Remi van der Deure, our Senior Charter Broker, says: “It is always best to go through a reputable yacht charter company and discuss your needs with a charter broker to get a better idea of how much time you will need to explore a particular area at your own pace.”
The French Riviera is not overcrowded in June and September – Paloma Beach near St Jean
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About the author: Remi van der Deure – French Riviera Charter broker.
Hello,
I am the senior Yacht Charter Broker at Charterminute, a well-known yacht charter boutique in Antibes.
I have served in the yacht charter industry for over 15 years and have gained a strong reputation among my clients, as evidenced by consistent 5-star ratings on Google Reviews and TripAdvisor.
My specialty is organizing corporate yacht charters for startups and large companies during popular events like the Cannes Lions Festival, MIPIM, TFWA, and MIPCOM.
I am also proud to be a member of esteemed yacht broker associations, e-MYBA and ECPY, demonstrating my unwavering commitment to providing exceptional yacht charter services and memorable experiences in the French Riviera.
You can contact me directly at +33 (0)662.465.991 or remi@charterminute.com.
