Private yacht charter
Charter a private yacht, by the week.
Tell us where in the world, and when. Your private advisor returns with a considered short list of crewed yachts, and a week shaped entirely around you.
Talk to a private advisor
A considered short list, usually within the hour.
- Crewed charters worldwide, by the week or the day.
- One private advisor, from first message to disembarkation.
- A considered short list, usually within the hour.
The fleet
Yachts for the week.
- Request more options
The wider fleet
A longer shortlist, built for your brief.
The full shortlist is wider than what's shown here. Tell us what you have in mind and we'll tailor it.
Prices vary by yacht, dates, itinerary, and inclusions.
The week
A week at sea travels differently.
Wake where you anchored. Lunch in a bay you reach by mid-morning, a different port by evening, and the only thing you unpack is the first night. Over a week, the yacht stops being where you stay and becomes how you travel.
There is time for the longer crossing, the quiet anchorage, the dinner ashore and the swim before breakfast. The crew carry the detail; the days find their own pace. It is the difference between visiting a coast and living it.
Where in the world
Choose your water.
Your advisor arranges crewed charters across the season's finest cruising grounds. A few to begin with.
The Mediterranean
French Riviera, Italian coast, Greek islands, Croatia, Turkey, and the Balearics. May to October.
The Indian Ocean
Maldives, Seychelles, Mauritius, and island routes through warmer waters. Best by season.
The Caribbean
St Barths, Antigua, St Martin, the British Virgin Islands, and the Bahamas. November to April.
Asia & the South Pacific
Thailand, Indonesia, French Polynesia, Fiji, and remote island routes. Season-led.
Why Balthazar
A curated fleet, a private advisor, a clear plan.
Quiet coordination, a short list that fits the brief, and a single point of contact from the first message to disembarkation.
How your charter works
Three steps from enquiry to embarkation.
01
Share your plan
Where, when, how long, and how many. A few lines are enough to begin.
02
Receive a curated selection
A short list of crewed yachts matched to the brief, with clear pricing and honest guidance.
03
Confirm, and step on board
Your advisor arranges the itinerary, the crew, and every detail, so the week is yours from the first morning.
What a week looks like
Four ways to spend seven days.
The Mediterranean week
Begin on the French Riviera and let the coast unfold east to the cap, the islands, and the Italian shore — or turn south for the Greek islands and the Balearics. Long lunches at anchor, evenings in a new port, and the crew handling everything in between.
A week is enough to settle into the rhythm of the Mediterranean without rushing a single day.
The Aegean week
In Greece and along the Turkish coast, a week at sea is built around islands, harbours, open water, and the small changes of pace that make the route feel personal. One morning can begin in a quiet bay, the afternoon can move toward a village harbour, and dinner can happen on deck or ashore.
It is a charter for groups who want movement without feeling rushed. The yacht becomes the calm centre of the week, with the sea, the crew, and the route carrying everything else.
The winter week
When the Mediterranean rests, the season moves toward warmer water. The Caribbean, the Bahamas, the Maldives, Thailand, the Seychelles, and the Arabian Gulf bring a different kind of week, with softer mornings, clear water, and days shaped around sun, swimming, and time outside.
It works especially well for Christmas, New Year, school holidays, or a winter break that needs privacy and ease. The destination changes, but the feeling stays the same: your own yacht, your own pace, and a week arranged around the weather at its best.
The family week
A weekly charter gives families something hotels rarely do: space to be together without managing every hour. Children can swim before breakfast, rest during the crossing, spend the afternoon with water toys, and come back to the same cabins each night.
For parents, the difference is in the ease. Meals, timing, movement, and small requests are handled on board, so the week feels less like organising a trip and more like finally being in it.
Testimonials
In their words.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
What should I send to receive the right options?
A rough idea of where you would like to cruise, your dates, the number of guests, and how long you have in mind. A few lines are enough for your advisor to return with a short list.How far ahead should I book?
The most sought-after weeks in each season are usually arranged months ahead, especially in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Shorter notice can still be possible, but the sooner you speak to an advisor, the wider the choice.How long is a typical charter?
A week is the most common, though charters are arranged for a weekend, several days, or longer. Your advisor will suggest the length that suits the route and the season.Where can I charter?
The Mediterranean through the summer, the Caribbean and Bahamas through the winter, and the Indian Ocean or South Pacific when the season is right. Your advisor will guide you toward the cruising ground that makes sense for your dates.What is included, and what is the running cost?
The charter fee covers the yacht and its crew. A separate allowance, agreed in advance, covers running costs such as fuel, food, and berthing. Your advisor sets it all out clearly before you confirm.How many guests can a yacht take?
Most crewed yachts are arranged by cabin capacity, with the number of guests depending on the yacht. Many private charters sleep up to twelve guests, with crew in addition. Larger yachts and specific arrangements can be discussed on request.Do I need any boating experience?
No. Your yacht comes with a licensed captain and professional crew. You enjoy the week while everything on board is handled for you.Can the itinerary change once we are on board?
Yes. The route is shaped day to day around what you feel like, subject to sea and weather conditions. Nothing is fixed beyond the things you want fixed.
Talk to a private advisor
One advisor, one conversation, one yacht.
Tell us roughly where and when, and we'll come back with a short list.