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Private Luxury Yacht: Day in The Life on a Yacht Charter

You’ve been dreaming of your yacht charter for months. The time is almost here for your departure! Still, there is time to think about everything you will do and see. The “Day in the Life on a Yacht Charter” is an example of a typical day on your private luxury yacht. Of course, your schedule is customized based on your preferences and the weather. So, read on and keep dreaming!

day in the life on a yacht charter
Catamaran AEOLUS in the Virgin Islands

Day of Arrival on Your Yacht Charter

  • Noon: Marina Welcome
  • Group arrival at the Marina: Greeting with Captain and Crew
  • Hors d’oeuvres and welcome drink
  • Safety briefing and weather review
  • Review plans for the rest of the day

1 pm: Marina Departure

  • Departure for 1st destination.

3 – 4 pm | 1st Destination Arrival

  • First Activity: Swimming, snorkeling, diving, or beach visit via tender. Additionally, take a walk and explore the destination.
  • All guests will have equipment for their size, per Dosskit (preferences)

4 – 6 pm | Activity

  • Guests can enjoy activities for varying amounts of time, depending on the rest of the day’s plan

6 pm | Hors d’oeuvres

  • Snacks and drinks will be served after the activity.
  • The chef plans the dinner menu after chatting with the group.

8 pm | Dinner

Dinner time will be based on your preference.

  • Guests sit down for multi-course meals according to their preferences
  • Most diets, such as plant-based or gluten-free, can be accommodated with advanced notification
  • Guests can choose to get dressed up or remain in casual clothes for meals
  • Following dinner, a discussion of your next day’s plans will take place

Full Day Aboard Your Yacht Charter

7 – 11 am | Breakfast

  • Breakfast, according to your preferences, is offered to each guest.
  • Since breakfast timing is customized to guests’ needs, early risers can eat upon waking up, and later risers can eat at their leisure

10 am – 12 pm: Sail to the following location

  • Timing depends on location, distance, and more. You’ll especially want to be on the deck to look for dolphins and other sea life during your voyage.

Noon |  Destination Arrival

  • Arrive at a beach spot or town destination.
  • Relax on the beach or participate in water sports. If you prefer, venture into town.

1 – 3 pm | Lunch on a Day on Charter

  • Have chef-prepared lunch onboard, or perhaps choose to have lunch on the island
  • Whether you prefer a multi-course meal or a casual buffet is up to you.

3 – 5 pm | Afternoon activities in the exact location or a new destination

  • Go hiking on the island, explore historic sites, snorkel, or engage in water sports

5 – 6 pm | Hors d’oeuvres

  • Enjoy pre-dinner drinks, sunset cocktails, and snacks onboard.

7 – 8 pm | Dinner  

  • Guests sit down for multi-course meals according to their preferences
  • Most types of diets can be accommodated with advanced notification
  • Guests can choose to get dressed up or remain in casual clothes for meals

9 – 10 pm | Post Dinner of Day in the life on a yacht charter

  • Captain chats with the group to discuss the following day’s plans and the weather
  • Guests can watch movies, play games onboard or head into town.
  • Following a busy day, head to your stateroom for a good night’s sleep.