Private Charter · Seafarer Cruises
A private charter means an entire vessel to yourselves — your group, your itinerary, your pace. No shared spaces, no fixed schedules, no strangers at dinner.
What is a Private Charter
A private charter is, at its simplest, the freedom to go where you like, when you like, with whomever you choose. Your vessel, your crew, your itinerary — shaped entirely around your group rather than a published schedule.
Whether you spend the morning swimming off a deserted beach, linger over lunch in a harbour town, or ask the captain to alter course because somewhere on the horizon looks more interesting — that decision is entirely yours. There are no fellow passengers you haven’t personally invited, no shared dining rooms, no compromise.
We handle the practicalities — finding the right vessel, arranging flights, transfers and hotel stays — so that by the time you step aboard, everything is already in order.
30+
Years arranging charters
4.6/5
Feefo rating
ATOL
Protected packages
98%
Would rebook
Who Charters With Us
Find Your Vessel
Private charters work for groups of two to fifty or more. The vessel changes — the experience of having it entirely to yourselves does not. From surprisingly affordable to reassuringly expensive, we have the right solution for you.
Start the Conversation
Tell us where you want to go and who you’re travelling with. We’ll come back to you with honest options and straightforward advice — no obligation, no pressure.
Where We Sail
Our most requested charter destination. The Ionian, the Aegean and the Cyclades each offer a distinct character — from the sheltered sailing of Lefkas to the dramatic scenery of the Dodecanese.
The Turquoise Coast — ancient Lycian ruins, hidden coves, pine-scented hillsides and superb local food. Gulets were made for these waters and the pace that goes with them.
The Dalmatian Coast combines sheltered waters, beautifully preserved island towns, excellent food ashore and well-organised marinas — ideal for a first charter.
Full ATOL-protected packages including flights and transfers. The Seychelles in particular rewards a charter — the islands are best seen from the water.
Sicily, the Amalfi Coast and the Aeolian Islands offer some of the most dramatic sailing in the Mediterranean, with extraordinary culture and cuisine at every anchorage.
French Polynesia, the Pacific and beyond. If you have a destination in mind that isn’t listed here, tell us — some of the most memorable charters we’ve arranged were the ones that required a little more thought.
We know Greece, Croatia, Turkey, Italy, France, the Seychelles and the Caribbean particularly well — our team have travelled to all of these and can advise from genuine first-hand experience. We also arrange charters further afield, and can share examples of popular itineraries to help you plan.
Why Book With Us
The Process
Common Questions
Charter costs vary considerably depending on vessel size, destination and time of year. A sailing yacht for two to six guests starts from a few thousand pounds per week. Larger vessels and peak season dates will be higher. Call us for a straightforward estimate based on your specific plans.
No. On a fully crewed vessel or with a skipper aboard, no sailing experience is needed at all. You are simply a guest. On a skippered yacht you may be invited to help from time to time, but there is no requirement and no expectation.
There is no minimum. Charters work equally well for two people as for twenty. The cost of the vessel is fixed regardless of group size, so larger groups naturally share the cost across more people.
A skippered charter includes a qualified captain who handles navigation and sailing. A fully crewed vessel includes a captain, chef and deck crew — meals are cooked for you, the boat is maintained and your only role is to enjoy it.
For peak summer dates in the Mediterranean, six to twelve months ahead is advisable for the best vessel availability. Outside peak season there is more flexibility, but earlier is always better — particularly for larger groups or unusual destinations.
Not necessarily — particularly for larger groups. When the cost of a vessel is shared across eight or ten people, it can compare favourably with equivalent hotel stays and flights. The experience, however, is not comparable at all.
Yes — private charters are particularly well suited to families with children. With the whole vessel to yourselves, children can move freely and safely, and itineraries can be shaped around what works for the family rather than a fixed schedule.
Yes, if you’d like us to. We can arrange flights from the UK, airport transfers and hotel stays before and after your charter — all under one roof. Flight-inclusive packages carry full ATOL protection. Equally, if you prefer to arrange your own flights, we are happy to arrange the vessel alone.
Start the Conversation
Tell us about your group and what you have in mind. We will come back to you with options and honest advice — with no obligation whatsoever.
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