Guide · Updated 2026-08-04
What a Yacht Charter Costs in St Barts: the Real Menu
Every tier priced, plus the forgotten lines: fuel logic, crew tips, reserve fees.
The tiers, plainly
Open boats and RIBs (up to 8): €1,800–€2,500 the day. Sailing catamarans (up to 12): €2,500–€4,500. Day motor yachts (40–60 ft): €4,000–€9,000. Above that, the superyacht market quotes per conversation — €12,000 a day is an entry ticket, not a ceiling.
What the price includes
Captain, fuel for the standard loop, water toys and snorkel gear, apéritif service. Not included: the chef (his own daily rate plus provisioning), extended fuel for far runs, and the crew tip — 10–15% is the water’s custom.
The lines people forget
Marine reserve moorings carry small fees the boat pays and rebills; late returns bill by the hour; and high-season Saturdays price above the identical Wednesday. The cheapest upgrade on the menu: shifting your boat day mid-week.
Value, honestly computed
Per person, a €3,600 catamaran day for ten costs less than many beach-club lunches — for the island’s best hours. Charter is the rare luxury line where the arithmetic flatters the dream; our day charter guide holds the rest.
Questions
Are prices negotiable?
In high season, no — the fleets sell out. Off season, multi-day bookings earn real gestures: the third day often comes gently discounted.
How far ahead should boats be booked?
Good boats for high-season weeks: 2–3 months. The Christmas fortnight: with the villa, months earlier.