Superyacht Charter
in Dubai
80ft and up, for 25 guests and more.
A superyacht charter in Dubai costs about AED 2,500–4,000 an hour for an 80–100 ft yacht and AED 4,000–7,500 for 100–130 ft. Boats from 80ft, taking twenty-five guests and up. A different product from a standard charter: longer minimums, a larger crew, and a berth that only a few marinas in Dubai can handle.
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What Does a Superyacht Charter in Dubai Include?
Minimum charter
Three hours is the usual floor, and many operators will not run a superyacht for less on a weekend.
Crew
Captain, deckhands and often a steward or hostess. On the larger boats the crew is four or more and is included in the rate.
Guest limits
Typically 25 to 50 depending on the licence. Above that number a boat needs a different classification, so confirm before inviting.
Berths
Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Harbour take the larger boats. Not every Marina berth can, so the departure point may not be the one you expect.
How Much Does a Superyacht Charter in Dubai Cost?
Market benchmarks, not quotes. Every listing shows the operator’s own price.
80–100 ft
AED 2,500–4,000 per hour
About 25–35 guests
100–130 ft
AED 4,000–7,500 per hour
About 35–50 guests
130 ft and above
On request
Usually quoted per day, not per hour
Superyacht Charter in Dubai: Planning an Event on Board
What changes when the boat is 80 ft or more — guest limits, crew, catering, berths and how far ahead the larger boats are booked.
1How is a superyacht charter different?
- Longer minimums: three hours is the usual floor, and some operators will not run a large boat for less at weekends.
- A larger crew — often a steward or hostess as well as the captain and deckhands — included in the rate.
- A licensed guest limit, typically 25 to 50, that decides the whole plan.
- A berth that can take the boat: Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Harbour handle the larger yachts.
2Planning a party or corporate event
- Catering is rarely in the hourly rate — menus are quoted per head, and outside caterers sometimes allowed for a fee.
- Ask what the boat allows for music, decorations and a photographer before you plan around them.
- Alcohol is at the operator's discretion and subject to UAE law — get the answer in writing.
- Confirm how guests board, and whether the berth has parking for the whole group.
3How far ahead to book
- Two to three weeks ahead in the winter season.
- Several months ahead for New Year's Eve and National Day.
- Above about 130 ft, boats are usually quoted per day rather than per hour.
Superyacht Charter in Dubai: FAQ
View all FAQs →How many people can a superyacht take in Dubai?
Usually 25 to 50, set by the boat's licence rather than its size. Ask for the licensed number in writing — it is the one figure an operator cannot stretch.
Is catering included?
Rarely. Crew, fuel and soft drinks are in the rate; a menu is quoted per head on top, and outside catering is sometimes allowed for a fee.
How far in advance should I book?
Two to three weeks in winter, longer for New Year's Eve and National Day, when the larger boats are taken months ahead.
Can we hold a party on a superyacht?
Yes, within the boat's licensed guest limit. Agree music, decorations and catering with the operator in advance — each is usually quoted on top of the hourly rate.
Is alcohol allowed on board?
It is at the operator's discretion and subject to UAE law. Get the answer, and any corkage fee, in writing before the day.
Where do superyachts depart from?
Usually Palm Jumeirah or Dubai Harbour, which can berth the larger boats. Confirm the exact berth — it may not be the marina you expect.