Top 5 Leading Companies in the Global Yacht Charter Market

The global yacht charter market reached a value of about USD 19.78 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.2% in the forecast period of 2024-2034 to reach around USD 55.69 billion by 2034. As per the analysis by Expert Market Research, the market is expected to be driven by rising interest in sea exploration activities.

The market for yacht charter is fuelled by the growing demand for marine tourism activities such as cruising and boat parties, along with consumers’ growing disposable income. European countries with coastal lines such as Spain and Italy incur substantial amounts of revenue from such marine activities.

The growing number of yacht manufactures and development projects are likely to propel the market for yacht charter to significant growth. Yachts are the epitome of luxury, frequently furnished with opulent features like hot tubs, saunas, helipads, and swimming pools. As a result, tourists interested in luxury tourism expand the demand for yacht charters.

The rising demand for private islands has contributed to the surge in demand for private islands as luxury real estate. The growth of water sports and recreation activities and the increase in a number of private islands on cruise itineraries drive the growth of the yacht charter market.

Top Yacht Charter Companies in the World

1. Charter Yachts Australia

Charter Yachts has established its position as a prominent provider of high-quality yachts that are perfect for maritime and cruising activities. The company’s product range includes sailing yachts, sailing catamarans, power catamarans, and charter boats. The company provides a wide selection of high-quality, immaculate charter boats to accommodate different skill levels and charter needs.

2. Princess Yachts Limited

Princess Yachts is a leading British luxury yacht manufacturer with meticulous attention to detailing with sustainable techniques. About 80% of each Princess yacht is crafted in-house. The company’s product portfolio includes F Class and Y Class motor yachts, dynamic V Class sports yachts, ground-breaking S Class sport bridge yachts and expansive X Class Super Flybridge yachts.

3. Sailogy S.A.

Sailogy Group is a preferred distribution partner for professional charter companies around the world. Sailogy offers the best range of professional boats with original images, descriptions, and detailed equipment through its powerful proprietary software that is connected to the top platforms and databases already in place. The company’s yacht range includes Master Yachting and Sailogy Premier, based on traveller purposes.

4. Yachtico Inc.

YACHTICO has developed a renowned international booking platform for boat charters and yacht vacation rentals. The YACHTICO.com platform offers more than 16,000 charter yachts in over 40 countries worldwide, which can be booked directly online.

5. Northrop & Johnson Inc.

Northrop & Johnson is a prominent yacht brokerage that offers every customer dependable and professional services. The company provides services, including yacht purchase and new construction, yacht charter, charter management, and crew placement with brokerage offices in key global yachting hubs, such as the Americas, Europe, and Asia.