Luxury Yacht Charter Market Report 2026

The luxury yacht charter market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $17.18 billion in 2025 to $18.24 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in luxury tourism spending, popularity of private travel experiences, expansion of coastal tourism, increase in corporate hospitality events, rising disposable incomes.

The luxury yacht charter market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $23.16 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in premium travel demand, digital charter platforms expansion, eco friendly charter offerings, destination diversification, demand for privacy focused travel. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for experiential luxury travel, growth of short term and event based charters, expansion of digital booking platforms, demand for customized charter experiences, increase in corporate and group charters.

The increasing marine tourism is expected to drive the growth of the luxury yacht charter market. Marine tourism encompasses recreational activities such as sailing, cruising, water sports, and coastal exploration. Growth in this sector is fueled by improved transportation, better marinas, enhanced facilities, and the promotion of sustainable tourism practices. Luxury yacht charters offer flexible itineraries, enabling travelers to explore secluded coves, vibrant coastal towns, and remote islands often inaccessible to larger cruise ships. For instance, in July 2025, the UK Department for Transport reported that international sea passenger numbers rose to 18.4 million in 2024, a 3% increase over 2023. Therefore, the growth of marine tourism is supporting the luxury yacht charter market.

Key players in the luxury yacht charter market are focusing on developing innovative yachts, such as 56-foot motor yachts, to gain a competitive edge. A 56-foot motor yacht is a mid-sized luxury vessel designed for leisure and recreation, offering a blend of performance, comfort, and amenities suitable for both short trips and extended voyages. For example, in May 2024, Sunseeker, a UK-based luxury performance motor yacht brand, unveiled initial computer renderings of the new Sunseeker Predator 55. This 56-foot motor yacht features sleek styling and impressive performance, equipped with twin Volvo Penta IPS-950 engines that enable speeds of up to 36 knots. This performance capability reinforces Sunseeker's reputation for high-speed luxury yachts.

In September 2023, Fraser Yachts, a US-based yachting firm, acquired Atalanta Golden Yachts (AGY) for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens Fraser Yachts' position in the growing Greek yachting market, leveraging AGY's extensive local expertise and client network. Atalanta Golden Yachts (AGY) is a US-based yacht management and chartering company.

Major companies operating in the luxury yacht charter market report include Burgess Company, Fraser Yachts, Northrop & Johnson, Yachting Partners International, Bluewater Yachting, Dream Yacht Charter, Charterworld, Boatsetter Inc., Boatbound, Inter Yacht Charter, Atalanta Golden Yachts, Martello Yachting, Simpson Marine, Yachtico Inc., Zizooboats, Thai Charters, Windward Islands, Charter Index, Elite World Services, IYC, Camper & Nicholsons, Edmiston, Ocean Independence, Denison Yachting, Royal Yacht International.

Europe was the largest region in the luxury yacht charter market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the luxury yacht charter market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the luxury yacht charter market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The luxury yacht charter market includes revenues earned by entities by yacht charter fees, value-added services, fleet management, brokerage, and platform monetization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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