What Is a Fully Crewed & All-Inclusive Yacht Charter?
A fully crewed and all-inclusive yacht charter offers the ultimate hands-free luxury experience. Your yacht comes with a professional crew, gourmet meals, a premium open bar, and all water toys included—so you can simply relax and enjoy your time on the water.
What’s Included in an All-Inclusive Charter?
- Professional captain and crew
- Private chef preparing all meals, snacks, and hors d’oeuvres
- Ship Standard bar service, wines, and cocktails
- All linens, towels, and beach accessories
- Water toys and recreational equipment
- Fuel, local cruising taxes, and dockage fees (varies by yacht)
- Onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment systems
Personalizing Your Experience
Before your charter begins, you’ll complete a detailed preference sheet that allows the crew to tailor your trip. This includes:
- Favorite foods, wines, and spirits
- Dietary needs or allergies
- Preferred activities, excursions, and pace of itinerary
- Celebrations and special occasions
- Children’s menus if needed
Beverage & Bar Service
- Standard bar stocked with premium liquors, wines, and beers
- Special requests available with advance notice
- Some yachts offer curated wine or champagne lists at an additional charge
Crew Services
- Expert captain and navigation
- Professional chef for daily meals
- Steward/ess for service and cabin refresh on larger yachts
- Daily housekeeping and turn-down service on larger yachts
Prefer a more hands-on experience? Learn about Captain-Only Yacht Charters to see if it’s a better fit.
Special Considerations
- Crew gratuity is not included (typically 15-20%, adjusted at your discretion)
- Optional nanny or childcare services available on select yachts
- Premium excursions or activities may incur additional fees
All-Inclusive vs. APA (Plus Expenses)
A fully crewed, all-inclusive yacht charter means nearly everything is included in your rate. For larger yachts or charters outside the Caribbean, many operate under the APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) system instead.
👉 Read our guide to APA in yacht charters to understand how plus-expenses pricing works and compare the two options.
Not sure which charter type is right for you? Explore our FAQ on Captain-Only vs. Fully Crewed Charters
Browse our fleet of luxury crewed catamarans and yachts in the Caribbean and Mediterranean to see which model works best for you.
