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Transparent Yacht Charter Rates and Fleet Pricing in Dubai

Current private Dubai yacht rental prices start from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour across our fleet. Operating directly out of Dubai Harbour and Dubai Marina, Vela Crest offers 77 suitable boats out of our 88 vessels, with lengths spanning 40-164 ft and capacities reaching up to 75 guests for every cruise.

AED 680
cheapest hour
AED 9 000
top hour
2 h
minimum
26
yachts with crew

Full fleet hourly rates

Guests
Yacht nameRate per hour with VATGuestsFeetMin bookingSailing time: 2Sailing time: 3Sailing time: 4
Oryx ViktoriiaYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 680 12 46 ft 2 AED 1 360AED 2 040AED 2 720
Azimut My ChoiceYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 880 20 55 ft 2 AED 1 760AED 2 640AED 3 520
Sky Walker GibYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 893 17 52 ft 2 AED 1 786AED 2 679AED 3 572
Sky Walker KioYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 893 17 52 ft 2 AED 1 786AED 2 679AED 3 572
Sky Walker KitYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 893 17 52 ft 2 AED 1 786AED 2 679AED 3 572
Sky Walker NeoYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 893 17 52 ft 2 AED 1 786AED 2 679AED 3 572
Vogue HatterasYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 938 21 64 ft 3 AED 1 876AED 2 814AED 3 752
Numarine VeronikaYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 150 19 55 ft 2 AED 2 300AED 3 450AED 4 600
As Marine Wukong 1Yacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 190 25 68 ft 2 AED 2 380AED 3 570AED 4 760
Sky Walker GalaYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 350 25 62 ft 2 AED 2 700AED 4 050AED 5 400
Sky Walker FiboYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 350 25 62 ft 2 AED 2 700AED 4 050AED 5 400
Azimut Lucky StarYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 350 25 62 ft 2 AED 2 700AED 4 050AED 5 400
Sky Walker AuraYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 350 25 62 ft 2 AED 2 700AED 4 050AED 5 400
Sky Walker MakaYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 350 25 62 ft 2 AED 2 700AED 4 050AED 5 400
Sky Walker Amie X63 SportYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 1 658 25 63 ft 3 AED 3 316AED 4 974AED 6 632
Monte Carlo 6Yacht · Dubai Harbour AED 2 250 15 60 ft 3 AED 4 500AED 6 750AED 9 000
Pershing 5X Shark GreyYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 2 720 8 52 ft 3 AED 5 440AED 8 160AED 10 880
Ferretti 67 ftYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 2 930 15 67 ft 3 AED 5 860AED 8 790AED 11 720
Sunseeker SatoshiYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 3 000 15 64 ft 3 AED 6 000AED 9 000AED 12 000
Azimut AnnaYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 3 100 38 85 ft 3 AED 6 200AED 9 300AED 12 400
Azimut Magellano 66 ftYacht · Dubai Marina AED 3 150 18 66 ft 2 AED 6 300AED 9 450AED 12 600
GaleonYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 4 200 15 78 ft 4 AED 8 400AED 12 600AED 16 800
Haigan JacuzziYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 4 490 20 90 ft 3 AED 8 980AED 13 470AED 17 960
PershingYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 4 500 15 82 ft 3 AED 9 000AED 13 500AED 18 000
Ferretti 78 ftYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 5 250 20 78 ft 4 AED 10 500AED 15 750AED 21 000
Riva DivaYacht · Dubai Harbour AED 9 000 16 82 ft 3 AED 18 000AED 27 000AED 36 000

Hourly rates include captain, crew, fuel, insurance and VAT.

Which Boat Sizes Provide the Lowest Hourly Rate?

Navigating charter fees begins with understanding vessel dimensions and baseline pricing across the marina berths. Across our fleet, lengths run from 40-164 ft, providing 77 suitable boats out of our 88 vessels for private outings. The lowest rate starts at AED 680 per hour for our compact craft, rising up to AED 18,900 per hour for the largest craft, with mandatory VAT already included in the figures.

While smaller motor yachts carry the most accessible base cost, selecting yacht rental in Dubai means paying for the entire vessel rather than individual tickets. Every boat in our fleet is fully motor-driven, as we operate motor yachts and power catamarans without sails. Standard rates include the yacht hire, navigational equipment, marine fuel for agreed coastal courses, and service from our certified captain and crew on board.

Unlike bareboat rentals that require personal skipper certification, every cruise with us includes a captain at the helm. That structure ensures smooth cruising through local waterways while you relax with family or colleagues. Transparent pricing means you see the final cost immediately, avoiding surprises on invoice day while securing a modern boat berthed in prime coastal locations.

Selecting a mid-sized cruiser allows groups to split costs comfortably while keeping plenty of deck area. From morning departures to calm afternoon sails, these entry-level motor vessels present an efficient balance between spatial comfort and running expenses. Your overall expenditure remains predictable because all foundational cruise essentials remain bundled into the quoted hourly charter rate for your party.

Which Crew Amenities Are Part of Private Charter Rates?

Understanding what is included in standard charter pricing helps guests plan their day on the water without hidden charges. Quoted prices always cover the entire motor vessel, a licensed professional captain, and deck crew to manage lines, anchoring, and guest safety. Our rates also encompass marine fuel for standard cruising courses, leaving no fuel surcharges at the end of your trip.

Complimentary drinking water, ice, and soft drinks remain stocked on board for all guests throughout the charter. Guests have full access to onboard audio sound systems, comfortable salon seating, shaded flybridges, and freshwater deck showers. Furthermore, all hourly rates already include VAT, ensuring that your agreed booking price matches the final cost without unexpected dockside fees.

While our core rates cover complete operations, guests often evaluate the overall cost to charter a yacht when planning larger celebrations. In every case, private boat hire ensures the vessel remains strictly reserved for your gathering, paired with dedicated crew attention. This delivers far higher comfort and personalized pacing for your private group.

Our captain takes care of all navigation, maritime clearances, and mooring procedures, allowing you to relax completely with your guests. From pouring refreshments to assisting with music connections or deck staging, the crew ensures a smooth experience. You receive comprehensive, licensed maritime service built directly into the upfront hourly charter pricing.

Confirming Your Booking Deposit and Cancellation Terms

Securing a yacht on our charter calendar requires clear, dependable steps that protect both your schedule and your vessel selection. Our only contact channel is the direct WhatsApp chat button on this website, ensuring rapid, personalized communication. Between 9:00 and 23:00 Gulf time a reply takes no more than 15 minutes, allowing fast coordination of dates, guest numbers, and routes.

Once you choose your motor yacht and optional services, our manager sends a secure online payment link for card payment. The booking becomes firm once the 30 % deposit is paid; without this deposit, no date is reserved and slots remain open on the fleet calendar. The remaining balance is settled conveniently prior to boarding your vessel on cruise day.

Weather conditions in the Arabian Gulf are monitored continuously by our maritime team to ensure safe sailing conditions. If the weather does not allow sailing, we move the charter to another date or refund the payment — the guest chooses. This transparent approach guarantees you never lose your funds due to unsafe seas or unexpected marine advisories.

We avoid complicated paperwork, verification forms, or automated booking engines that lack personal coordination. Every charter detail is reviewed directly with our team in chat, ensuring clear agreements on boarding times, departure docks, and add-on services. You gain complete peace of mind, knowing your chosen yacht is locked and prepared exclusively for your group.

How Cruise Timing and Season Affect Charter Expense

Planning your voyage around specific hours of the day affects both the cruising ambience and vessel availability across the waterfront. Sunset departures and weekend slots naturally face the strongest demand from guests seeking cooler skies and twilight skylines. Morning departures present quiet open water, while evening voyages highlight the gleaming towers along the coast of Dubai, letting you tailor the trip to your group preferences.

Sailing calendars in the United Arab Emirates see peak activity from late autumn through spring when open deck temperatures remain mildest. Warmer months still offer enjoyable sea breezes and calm waters for swimming or anchored lunches. Exploring options for a yacht for rent Dubai Marina during midday or weekday slots allows flexible planning, giving your group total command over departure hours and route speed.

Hourly rates across our 77 suitable boats stay completely transparent all year, running from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour with VAT included. You can arrange a brief two-hour scenic run or reserve extended hours to explore distant anchorages. Because you lease the complete private yacht, scheduling rests entirely in your hands, rather than conforming to fixed public sightseeing departures.

When scheduling a trip, discussing preferred timing with our chat manager helps align departure points with sea conditions. Whether you choose Dubai Harbour or nearby marina pontoons, aligning your departure with golden-hour views ensures comfortable deck temperatures and stunning photo opportunities. Your group gains private use of the vessel for the entire booked window.

Boarding Guidelines for Children and Guest Id Procedures

Welcoming guests across all generations is standard practice on our motor yachts, making family voyages safe and straightforward. Families cruising with infants, toddlers, or elderly relatives will find comfortable air-conditioned salons and steady cruising performance across our modern fleet. Our crew members prioritize safety, offering continuous support when younger guests move between indoor lounges and exterior sun pads during voyages along the coast of Dubai.

Boarding procedures remain refreshingly uncomplicated for our guests. You will not face document verifications, security checkpoints, or passport checks before stepping aboard your chosen yacht. We maintain a relaxed arrival environment, meaning nobody checks passports or IDs when guests come aboard. Your group can walk directly onto the deck, meet the captain, and begin the voyage without administrative delays at the dock.

To preserve the quality of the teak wood decks and uphold immaculate cleanliness inside the cabins, a barefoot cruising policy is observed. Shoes are safely stored in dockside or entryway bins upon boarding, allowing everyone to move naturally across spotless indoor and outdoor floors. Soft interior carpeting and clean exterior surfaces keep children comfortable as they explore the yacht.

Parents can relax knowing our crew keeps watch over safety barriers, stairways, and side decks while underway. Comfortable shaded seating areas protect younger guests from direct sun exposure, while spacious salon tables provide ideal setups for snacks, games, or quiet downtime between sightseeing stops across local waters.

Which Entertainment Add-ons Can Guests Add to a Cruise?

Elevating your ocean gathering is simple with our comprehensive selection of turnkey marine additions and deck entertainment. Water sports lovers can request jet ski sessions, flyboards, paddle boards, seabobs, banana boat rides, towables, and snorkelling gear through our manager. All water activities are coordinated in advance and operated under responsible conditions, with jet ski operators meeting the required 18+ age threshold.

Specialty deep-sea fishing gear can also be arranged directly on your private motor boat. We provide rods, tackle and bait ready on board for AED 150, allowing guests to cast lines along productive coastal spots. If you catch fish, the crew can prepare your catch cooked on board for AED 150 in the yacht galley.

For celebratory events, anniversaries, or corporate functions, custom deck enhancements create a memorable atmosphere. You can have the yacht decorated before you arrive from AED 350, or choose elegant candles and flowers set up on deck from AED 400. Capturing those special highlights is smooth with a professional photographer on board from AED 500 per hour, while drone filming and live DJ setups remain available on request.

Corporate presentations benefit from onboard sound systems and projectors arranged by our team. Luxury car transfers can also be coordinated to transport your party directly to the departure berth. Every entertainment enhancement is agreed upfront in the chat, creating a customized cruising itinerary tailored specifically to your private celebration.

How Does Guest Capacity Separate Yacht Categories?

Grouping yachts by their guest volume ensures every gathering enjoys ample deck lounge space, comfortable seating, and proper safety allocations. Our fleet spans lengths from 40-164 ft, with our largest vessel supporting up to 75 guests for major celebrations. Matching group size to appropriate deck capacity ensures that your party never feels crowded during the cruise.

Smaller motor cruisers comfortably fit intimate family outings or private gatherings of close friends. Mid-range vessels offer expansive flybridges and open foredecks, which prove ideal for milestone birthdays, relaxed social gatherings, or small business meetings. When clients seek exclusive yachts Dubai, our largest power catamarans and mega yachts deliver wide social areas capable of hosting grand corporate events or formal receptions.

Every vessel functions as a private charter dedicated strictly to your party, eliminating strangers from your deck areas. This setup stands apart from crowded shared tours, ensuring complete personal privacy across the lounge, salon, and swimming platforms. Your group can converse freely, play selected music over onboard sound systems, and stroll between decks without interruption from outside tour groups.

Capacity limits are strictly observed to preserve guest comfort and ensure attentive crew service across every nautical mile. Whether entertaining an intimate gathering of six or coordinating a full event for 75 guests, our 77 suitable boats provide dedicated layout options. Every category offers spacious indoor cabins alongside sun decks to keep everyone comfortable throughout the voyage.

Popular Cruise Paths Connecting Coastal Marina Hubs

Charting a private course allows your group to experience iconic architecture and open Gulf waters at your preferred pace. Cruising from Dubai Marina Yacht Club or modern pontoons at Dubai Harbour positions your vessel minutes from open water. From there, your captain navigates scenic waterways framed by towering residential spires before venturing past Bluewaters Island and Ain Dubai.

Selecting the best yachting routes in Dubai lets you take in world-famous coastal sights from panoramic water angles. A standard two-hour voyage typically circles the outer crescent of Palm Jumeirah, bringing the majestic facade of Atlantis into clear view. Longer charters of four to six hours let you proceed toward Burj Al Arab, cruise past the World Islands, or explore the Dubai Water Canal.

Because every booking is completely private, the captain adapts the route to your specific interests and prevailing sea conditions. If your guests wish to anchor near JBR for a swim, the crew easily adjusts the itinerary. You can linger near architectural landmarks for photography or cruise steadily along open coastal horizons.

Departing from Dubai Harbour provides rapid access to open Gulf waters, saving cruising time for sightseeing and relaxation. The surrounding skyline creates an impressive backdrop during daytime excursions and starlit evening sails alike. Your private voyage guarantees unobstructed panoramic views, away from crowded shorelines and busy observation platforms across the city.

Arranging Onboard Food Catering and Outside Dining

Dining at sea adds excellent value to any private cruise, whether you choose casual appetizers or an elaborate hot meal. Guests may bring their own food and drinks, alcohol included, with no corkage fee applied at any point. You are welcome to pack fresh picnic platters, homemade dishes, or chilled refreshments to enjoy throughout the outing.

For those who prefer turnkey dining, our team arranges professional catering directly to your vessel before departure. Fresh dinner served on board is available from AED 250 per guest, featuring hot entrees, side dishes, and fresh salad selections. If you plan an anniversary or birthday, a celebration cake brought on board can be coordinated through the manager from AED 250.

Anglers who reel in fresh fish can have their catch cooked on board for AED 150, prepared directly in the yacht galley by crew. We also provide bar service setups, BBQ menus, and custom canapes upon advance request. Our team sets up dining tables in the air-conditioned salon or on the flybridge, allowing scenic views as you dine.

Cold storage, ice boxes, and preparation areas on board ensure your personal provisions remain fresh and chilled. Whether setting out an informal lunch, enjoying outside beverages with friends, or having multi-course gourmet courses served by crew, dining options adapt entirely to your budget and specific culinary preferences for the day.

What the rate depends on

  1. The yacht itself

    The hourly rate grows with length and build year. Small boats from AED 680; the largest yachts in the fleet go up to AED 9000 per hour.

  2. When you sail

    Longer bookings cost less per hour, and a newer yacht of the same length is priced higher than an older one; the hourly figure covers captain, crew, fuel and insurance.

  3. Charter length

    Charters start at 2 hours; from four hours on, the per-hour rate drops, and a full day is priced as one amount.

  4. Catering and entertainment

    Catering, a DJ, decoration or a photographer are added on top of the yacht rate and quoted per request.

Essential facts

What is the hourly price for a yacht charter?

Private yacht rental rates across our fleet range from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour. The final price depends on vessel length, which spans from 40-164 ft, and guest capacity. All quoted hourly rates already include VAT, fuel for standard routes, and a licensed captain with crew.

How Much Does a Full Day Boat Charter Cost?

Full-day rental prices are calculated using the hourly rate of the selected yacht, which ranges from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour. Rates already include VAT, fuel for agreed coastal courses, and professional crew. Our manager coordinates specific day packages and multi-hour itineraries via WhatsApp chat.

Which services are covered in the standard yacht charter fee?

The charter fee covers private use of the motor yacht, a licensed captain, deck crew, fuel for standard coastal courses, and VAT. Guests also receive complimentary drinking water, ice, and soft drinks. Optional services such as catering, water sports, and decorations are arranged separately on request.

Is reserving a private yacht less expensive than shared cruise tickets?

Shared cruises charge per seat, which can suit solo travellers, but private rentals charge for the whole boat from AED 680 per hour. For families and groups, private charters provide far better value, complete privacy, custom routes, and the freedom to bring your own food and drinks.

Do clients need a skipper license to hire a yacht?

No boating license is required. Every vessel in our fleet comes with a professional, licensed captain and experienced crew who manage all navigation, mooring, and safety on the water. Guests can simply relax and enjoy their private cruise without any maritime qualifications or operational responsibilities.

Are guests allowed to supply their own meals, drinks, and playlists?

Yes. Guests may bring their own food and drinks, alcohol included, with no corkage fee charged. Onboard sound systems are available to connect your personal music playlists. Alternatively, our team can coordinate catering menus, celebration cakes, and live BBQ setups through the manager before sailing.

Do guests have to present passports or identity cards at boarding?

No identity documents are required to board our yachts. Nobody checks passports or IDs when guests come aboard. Once your charter is booked and the deposit is settled, your group can step directly onto the vessel at the marina and begin your voyage without paperwork.

Can babies and young children join a private yacht charter?

Yes, children and infants of all ages are welcome on board our private yachts. Our motor vessels feature stable cruising performance, enclosed air-conditioned salons, and secure deck railings. Our crew is attentive to family safety, though parents remain responsible for supervising their children during the charter.

How are charters handled if bad weather prevents sailing?

If the weather does not allow sailing, we move the charter to another date or refund the payment — the guest chooses. Maritime conditions are monitored closely before departure, ensuring that you never cruise in unsafe seas or lose your money to unforeseen weather cancellations.

Is swimming or fishing permitted while on board the yacht?

Yes. Guests can swim during daylight anchorages in designated coastal spots. Fishing is also available; our manager can arrange rods, tackle and bait ready on board for AED 150. If you catch fish, our crew can have your catch cooked on board for AED 150.