Motor yacht charters

MOTOR YACHT CHARTERS

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Destinations for Power boat charters

Types of Power boat rentals

Advantages of renting motor yacht

Speed

  • Power boats can reach destinations much faster than sailing boats, making them ideal for short trips, island-hopping, or covering long distances in less time. Their high speed allows you to see more within a limited timeframe, which can be especially appealing for day trips or weekend charters.

Ease of Use

  • Power boats are easier to operate, if you consider bareboat charter, especially for those with limited or no sailing experience. On a power boat, there’s no need to handle sails or adjust to wind conditions, making them a good option for beginners or those looking for a relaxed boating experience.

Comfort

  • Power boats have wider and more spacious interiors since they are designed without masts, rigging, or heavy keels. This layout provides more deck space, larger cabins, and often better headroom, offering more comfortable setting. Additionally, power boats are often more expensive and tend to feature high-quality, more elaborate interior designs.

Powerboat Charters

What Is a Powerboat Charter? 

A powerboat charter is a type of boat propelled by an engine. Commonly referred to as speed or motorboats, they can be outfitted with either an inboard engine mounted inside the hull’s midsection or an outboard engine located off the rear of the boat. There are some motored vessels that are even powered by a hybrid inboard-outboard engine.  

Motorboat rentals come in all shapes and sizes, have different hull designs, are constructed with various materials, and offer different propulsion systems. Whether you want to charter a smaller speedboat for sport fishing or a mega yacht for pleasure, the one thing all powerboats have in common is …speed! 

12 Knots offers a wide variety of powerboats for charter in locations around the world. Modern motorboats not only provide excellent maneuvering performance and exhilarating speed- they also offer comfortable cabins, spacious galleys, as well as expansive deck areas- ideal for sunbathing, socializing, stargazing, and fishing. 

Advantages and Disadvantages of a Powerboat Rental

Advantages: 

Space and comfort -Speedboats for rent are available in a range of shapes and sizes- so, many of them will suit various purposes, as well as be able to accommodate a greater amount of travelers. The larger motorboat charters generally have a substantial deck design (which makes it easier to move about and more room for sunbathing). They also offer a more spacious interior with comfortable cabins and larger galley area. 

Speed - If you only have a week for your vacation and want to explore a few destinations, a motorboat charter is the perfect choice. When you hire a speedboat, its faster cruising speed will allow you to cover a much greater area than a sailboat in a shorter amount of time. 

Performance - Chartering a motorboat is one of the best way to explore locations with limited wind and swell, as they do not rely on sails for movement. 

Maneuverability - Because of their shallow draft, speedboats are effortless to operate and easier to maneuver in harbors, ports, and marinas. You’ll also have low clearance when it comes to bridges, as you’ll have no sails to worry about. 

Convenience - Whether you rent a bareboat or decide on a crewed speedboat charter- all you have to do is turn the key and go! 

Disadvantages: 

Cost - Motorboat charters will be more expensive than a sailboat rental because of the cost of fuel. Their fuel consumption will be greater because they are able to travel faster and travel longer distances. 

Sound - The constant sound of a motor’s powerful engine is not as tranquil as a boat that relies on sails. 

Not Eco-friendly - This type of boat needs diesel fuel to run; so, the carbon footprint of a charter motorboat is greater than that of a sailboat. 

Cost of a Motorboat Charter

At 12 Knots, we offer different price levels for our motorboat charters. Generally speaking, the price of a one cabin bareboat charter will start at about $700 for the week with larger powerboat yacht rentals costing $10,000 US dollars and up. Often, the price of a larger powerboat charter will be all inclusive- where a captain/crew, meals, beverages, amenities, etc. will be included in the total cost 

With special offers and booking discounts offered at 12 Knots, renting a powerboat is one of the most fun and exciting ways to travel the globe. Whether you decide on a bareboat rental or a hire a crewed motorboat for your next vacation, the cost of your charter will always depend on the following factors: 

  • Powerboat size, age, and model 

  • Type of charter 

  • Destination  

  • Duration of trip  

  • Season/time of year  

  • Amenities 

For the best price and value for your money, you’ll want to contact 12 Knots to take advantage of their booking discounts and charter special offers   

How to Choose the Right Motorboat Charter

With a vast number of motorboat rentals on the market, learning about how they are constructed, how they perform on the water, and which purpose they best serve, can help narrow your choices- so you can choose the best charter motorboat for your next high-seas adventure. 

To further understand your options for renting a powerboat, it will be important to understand the two types: flying and displacement. 

Flying 

  • By design, flying boats are constructed with strong, lightweight materials and equipped with powerful engines that significantly increase the vessel’s speed.  

  • Flying motor boats have quickly gained popularity for those have a need for speed, are less concerned about fuel consumption, and want to cover as much area as they can- in the least amount of time. 

  • Sleek and swift, a flying motor yacht is also not designed for cruising in rough conditions, so the route will depend on varying weather conditions. 

Displacement 

  • Displacement motor yacht charters are in high demand among those who love comfort, space, and security. 

  • These vessels have a high level of stability, allowing them to make long and safe passages. 

  • Displacement boats are not designed for racing, so they are equipped with less powerful, but much more efficient engines. 

  • This type of powerboat charter offers ample space on board, which makes it possible to take a large supply of fresh water, food, and various watersport equipment. 

  • Chartering a motor yacht equates to having a modern home on the water that offers vacationers a comfortable journey in almost any weather. 

Motor yachts can also be categorized by the following: cruising, fishing trawlers, houseboats, and power catamarans  . 

Cruising motorboat charters  

  • Cruising speedboats are usually equipped with everything you need to have fun and relax during your trip.  

  • They are ideal for family vacations, corporate retreats, and romantic getaways. 

  • The most popular models for cruising powerboat charter are: DonatBayliner, Chaparral, Four Winns, and Larson. 

Fishing trawler charters 

  • Trawler charters are both comfortable and fast-providing the ultimate fishing experience. 

  • Many of these fishing charters are equipped with sophisticated equipment- they are ideal for people who love the thrill of deep sea fishing. 

Houseboat rentals 

  • Houseboats are a terrific option for navigating coastal shorelines, large bodies of water, and internal channels.  

  • These motor houseboats can often accommodate up to 16 people- so it’s a great choice if you want to bring along the whole family for vacation or just a close group of your friends. 

  • Houseboats are easily to operate, offer a safe and smooth ride, as well as a spacious and comfortable living areas 

  • The most popular models of houseboats for rent are: Thoroughbred, Stardust cruisers, Destination Yachts, Sumerset Houseboats. 

Power catamaran charters   

  • Powercat rentals have quickly gained popularity amongst both fishing enthusiasts looking for that ‘perfect catch’ and those who love to relax and soak up the sunshine.  

  • Motor catamarans are comfortable, spacious, and offer a smooth ride so they are ideal for fishermen looking for a bareboat adventure or vacationing families with children and elderly passengers. 

  • The most common models of power catamarans for rent are Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot, Catana, Corsair Marine, CraigCatf 

The Best Destinations for Speed Boat Rentals

With a powerboat charter, the sky really is the limit for just about any global destination. A motorboat’s speed will allow you to cover more territory (open sea or coastal areas)-especially when you have a limited amount of time for your vacation. 

Some of the popular destinations for powerboat charters are: 

The Mediterranean - Croatia, Italy, France, Spain, Turkey, Greece 

The Caribbean -Bahamas, British Virgin Islands (BVI), US Virgin Islands 

Far East - Thailand 

Indian Ocean - Seychelles, Maldives 

Charter Powerboat Requirements

Chartering any type of a powerboat comes with responsibilitybut, with a licensed captain on board you’ll be able to just sit back and enjoy the ride. 

When you charter a boat, the qualifications you need will be contingent upon which countries (destinations) you plan on cruising to. Some local authorities will require an official certificate or simply a boating resume that states your experience and competency; while other countries may require a boating license. 

If you are planning on chartering any type of bareboat charter yacht it’s always a good idea to be licensed, or in the very least obtain a certificate that states your formal training. If you are unsure of the requirements/documentation you’ll need for your sailing charter, our team at 12 Knots is always available to help. 

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