How much does it cost to rent a yacht for a week in 2026?
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To rent a yacht for a week costs about $6,500 to $13,000 for a 40 to 50 ft yacht in popular sailing destinations, typically without crew, and $39,000 to $139,000 for a crewed 62 to 140 ft yacht listed out of Miami and Florida, based on 2026 prices. Shorter trips from Miami start around $8,000 for 2 to 3 days to Bimini in the Bahamas.
The weekly rate is rarely the whole bill: food, fuel, taxes, marina fees and crew gratuity can be added on top.
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Weekly yacht prices: three levels
| Level | Yacht | Weekly price |
|---|---|---|
| 40–50 ft yacht, typically bareboat | Bahamas | $7,420–13,070 |
| 40–50 ft yacht, typically bareboat | British Virgin Islands | $6,490–10,140 |
| 40–50 ft yacht, typically bareboat | Greece / Croatia | $3,490–7,180 / $3,040–6,670 |
| Crewed power catamaran | Rodriguez 62 | $39,000 |
| Crewed motor yacht | Ferretti 88 | $40,000 |
| Crewed motor yacht | Azimut 77S / Mangusta 92 | $48,000 |
| Crewed motor yacht | Johnson 103 | $62,500 |
| Crewed superyacht | Custom 140 | $119,000–139,000 |
Sources: 12knots (October 6, 2026; lowest and highest monthly averages from a sample of 40 to 50 ft yachts; new catamarans, motor yachts and crewed charters can cost well above these) and Boatbookings listings tagged Miami, Fort Lauderdale or the Bahamas. Checked October 15, 2026.
Multi-day trips from Miami
| Trip | Length | Published price |
|---|---|---|
| Miami to Bimini | 2–3 days | $8,000–20,000 |
| Miami to Nassau and Paradise Island | 4–5 days | $20,000–50,000 |
| Miami to the Exumas | 5–7 days | $30,000–80,000+ |
| Luxury multi-day Bahamas charters | per week | $30,000–150,000+ |
| Multi-day Bahamas trips, 70 ft and up | per day | from $7,500, all-in |
Sources: YATR Miami to Bahamas and luxury page; Miami Yacht Connect. YATR says multi-day charters are typically 20 to 30% cheaper per hour than day charters.
What is added to the weekly price
- Food and drinks. Provisioning for the trip is arranged before you leave; ask whether it is included or charged at cost.
- Fuel, dockage and marina fees on longer runs.
- Bahamas fees and taxes: a cruising permit of $150 to $600 by yacht length, a $30 departure tax per person beyond three, and on charters in Bahamian waters a 10% VAT plus a 4% charter fee (Bahamas government).
- Crew gratuity. 12knots advises confirming the guidance for the specific yacht rather than assuming one percentage.
When to book a week
- November to May is the most comfortable season for Miami and the Bahamas, with March and April the calmest crossing months (YATR).
- Hurricane season in the Atlantic runs from June 1 to November 30, peaking around September 10 (NOAA National Hurricane Center). Summer charters are cheaper but need flexible dates and clear cancellation terms.
- Peak dates (Christmas, New Year, spring break) book early and cost the most.
Route ideas for a week from South Florida: Miami to the Bahamas, Fort Lauderdale to the Bahamas and the Florida Keys. For the largest yachts, see mega yacht rental in Miami.
Is a week worth it over day charters?
For a group that wants several days on the water, usually yes: you skip daily hotel and transfer costs, and per hour the yacht costs less than day charters. For one or two days out, a day charter in Miami is simpler and far cheaper.
FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a yacht for a week?
About $6,500 to $13,000 for a 40 to 50 ft yacht without crew in popular destinations such as the Bahamas or the Virgin Islands, and $39,000 to $139,000 for crewed 62 to 140 ft yachts listed out of Miami and Florida in 2026. Food, fuel, taxes and gratuity can be extra.
How much is a 3 day yacht charter?
From Miami, YATR lists 2 to 3 day trips to Bimini from about $8,000 to $20,000. Miami Yacht Connect lists multi-day Bahamas trips on 70 ft and larger yachts from $7,500 a day.
How much is 3 days on a superyacht?
At the weekly rates listed for 88 to 140 ft crewed yachts out of Florida ($40,000 to $139,000), three days would cost very roughly $17,000 to $60,000 before extras, if the yacht accepts a short charter. Many superyachts set minimum charter lengths, so ask.
Can you rent a yacht for a week without a captain?
Yes, as a bareboat charter, if you hold the sailing or boating qualifications the charter company requires. In Florida, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 also needs a boating safety identification card to operate a vessel with a motor of 10 horsepower or more.
Sources
Pages we used for the figures in this guide, last checked Oct 15, 2026. Operator and marketplace price lists are their own published figures; rules and fees come from official government sources.
- 12knots: How much does it cost to rent a yacht for a week (Oct 6, 2026; 40–50 ft sample)
- Boatbookings: Crewed yacht charters listed for Miami and Florida (weekly prices)
- YATR: Miami to Bahamas yacht charter (multi-day itinerary prices)
- YATR: Miami luxury yacht charter (weekly Bahamas price range)
- YATR: Yacht charter cost guide 2026 (multi-day vs day pricing)
- Miami Yacht Connect: Miami yacht rental cost 2026 (multi-day from $7,500 a day)
- The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism: Boating regulations and fees
- Florida Statutes 327.395: Boating safety education
- NOAA National Hurricane Center: Tropical cyclone climatology (hurricane season)
Prices on this page are estimates from published sources, not quotes or offers. Yacht prices change with the season, the day of the week, the yacht and availability; only the booking confirmation from the operator or booking platform is binding. Rules and taxes shown are general information, not legal or tax advice.