Marquesas Islands Yacht Charters - Catamarans, Sailboats & M/Y

BEST TIME TO CHARTER A YACHT IN Marquesas Islands

BEST SEASON June-October

HIGH SEASON May-September

LOW SEASON June-October

The best season to charter a yacht and sail in Marquesas Islands is during the dry season from May to October, when the tradewinds are at their most favorable for smooth sailing experiences.

WHY SHOULD YOU RENT A YACHT IN Marquesas Islands?

When chartering a luxury yacht in the Marquesas Islands, you can experience the thrill of sailing through remote and unspoiled waters, surrounded by breathtaking volcanic landscapes and lush green valleys. The remote location allows for a truly off-the-beaten-path adventure.

The Marquesas Islands offer a unique sailing experience with a variety of anchorages and secluded bays to explore. Chartering a sailboat or catamaran allows you to navigate the rugged coastlines and discover hidden caves and waterfalls, while motoryachts provide the opportunity to cover more ground and visit multiple islands in a shorter time.

Inland, the Marquesas Islands are known for their rich Polynesian culture and archaeological sites, offering a chance to immerse yourself in the history and traditions of the local people. Whether you choose to relax on board or explore the wonders of the islands, a luxury yacht charter in the Marquesas Islands promises an unforgettable and authentic experience.

Bareboat license

To rent a boat bareboat in the Marquesas, you typically need the following internationally recognised licences:

International Certificate of Competence (ICC)
Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Day Skipper or higher
Sailing Certificates from accredited sailing schools

If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to contact us!

Marquesas Islands Yacht Charter FAQ

The Marquesas can be a challenging sailing destination for first-time yacht charters due to its remote location and variable weather conditions. It's advisable to consider hiring a skipper or opting for a crewed yacht charter to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Prices displayed only include the base yacht rental fee.

For a bareboat rental, you'll have to add the operating costs and the skipper daily rate should you need one.

For a crewed yacht charter, you need to add the Advance Provisioning Allowance aka APA (20 - 40% on top of base fee), taxes and tipping to the crew.

Contact us if you want a more detailed quote for yachts that match your criterias.

Crew members included in your yacht charter in Marquesas depend heavily on the length of your boat.

Bareboat rentals can include one professional skipper.

Smaller yacht charters typically include one captain and one or two stewardesses.

Bigger yachts can include chefs, deckhands, engineers, cleaning staff and even watersports guides.

Get in touch with our team for more details about a yacht you've seen.

For the Marquesas, it is ideal to book a yacht charter 6 to 12 months in advance, particularly during peak season from June to September, to ensure availability and secure the best options from the limited yacht fleets.

You are free to customize your sailing itinerary as long as it meets the sailing safety criterias from your captain. You can also ask us to make a specific itinerary based on your wishes and islands or landmarks you'd like to include.

A deposit of 50% of the yacht charter fee is due at the signature of the contract to confirm your booking.

The remaining 50%, the APA, taxes and delivery charges are due one month before the start of the cruise.

We strongly advise our charterers to take a cancellation insurance to protect their deposit and investment if unforseen circumstances prevent their charter. Get in touch with us to get our broker's assistance on that matter.

Yes, we have a broad range of water toys and other equipment (snorkeling gears...) that we can usually add to your yacht on request. Contact our team for more details.

Yes, we can arrange food to your liking and according to your diet restrictions or allergies for your Marquesas yacht charter. We can also include specific alcoholic beverages and cigars onboard.

Yacht charter in Marquesas Islands

BEST TIME TO CHARTER A YACHT IN Marquesas Islands

Base rental fees for bareboat charters in the Marquesas

Base rental fees for crewed charters in the Marquesas

Cost add-ons

YACHTS AVAILABLE FOR CHARTER IN Marquesas Islands

Bareboat or Skippered boats for Rental in Marquesas Islands

Crewed Catamaran charter in Marquesas Islands

Motoryacht charter in Marquesas Islands

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SAILING ITINERARIES in Marquesas Islands

Itinerary are subjects to weather conditions and will be adapted to your choice of yacht.

How to get to Marquesas Islands

Commercial plane

Travelling to Marquesas by Commercial Plane

Private jets

Travelling to Marquesas by private jet

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