{"id":9052,"date":"2026-04-25T08:48:37","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T08:48:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/mediterranean-yacht-charter-prices-2026-complete-comparison-across-all-destinations\/"},"modified":"2026-04-25T08:50:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T08:50:30","slug":"mediterranean-yacht-charter-prices-2026-complete-comparison-across-all-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/blog\/yacht-guides\/mediterranean-yacht-charter-prices-2026-complete-comparison-across-all-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Mediterranean Yacht Charter Prices 2026: Complete Comparison Across All Destinations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>How much does it really cost to charter a yacht in the Mediterranean in 2026? This is the question all our clients ask before they start their search\u2014and it is also the hardest to answer without concrete data. Rates vary depending on the destination, the season, the yacht\u2019s LOA, and the events taking place during the selected period.  <\/p>\n\n<p>This article provides real 2026 market figures\u2014by destination, by yacht category and by season\u2014so you can plan your budget accurately before contacting a broker. The data comes from <strong>International Yachts Charter and Brokerage<\/strong>, drawn from our charter activity across the entire Mediterranean basin. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Factors That Determine the Price<\/h2>\n\n<p>Before comparing destinations, it is essential to understand the 4 variables that drive rates.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. LOA \u2014 The Number One Factor<\/h3>\n\n<p>The yacht\u2019s length overall is the primary determinant of price. Each LOA category corresponds to a different level of service, comfort, and guest capacity. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>LOA<\/th><th>Passengers<\/th><th>Typical crew<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Compact motor yacht<\/td><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>6-8<\/td><td>2\u20133 crew members<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Motor Yacht<\/td><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>8-10<\/td><td>3\u20135 crew members<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Superyacht<\/td><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>10-12<\/td><td>5\u20138 crew members<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mega Yacht<\/td><td>45-60 m<\/td><td>12-14<\/td><td>8\u201312 crew members<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mega Yacht +<\/td><td>60 m and above<\/td><td>12-20<\/td><td>12+ crew members<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Season \u2014 A 40% to 60% Impact on Rates<\/h3>\n\n<p>The Mediterranean has three distinct seasons with very different rates:<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>High season<\/strong> (July\u2013August) \u2014 peak demand, highest rates. <strong>Shoulder season<\/strong> (May\u2013June, September) \u2014 excellent value for money, often better sailing conditions. <strong>Low season<\/strong> (March\u2013April, October\u2013November) \u2014 lowest rates, fewer crowds.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Destination \u2014 A 20% to 50% Variable<\/h3>\n\n<p>Not all Mediterranean destinations are equal in terms of pricing. Monaco and Cannes during their flagship events are among the most expensive destinations in the world. Greece and certain areas of the French Riviera outside event periods are significantly more accessible.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Events \u2014 A 20% to 100% Surcharge<\/h3>\n\n<p>Event weeks\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/cannes\/festival\/\">Cannes Film Festival<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/monaco\/grand-prix\/\">Monaco Grand Prix<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/monaco\/yacht-show\/\">Monaco Yacht Show<\/a>\u2014carry significant surcharges compared with standard high-season weeks.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparison by Destination \u2014 2026 Rates<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">French Riviera \u2014 The Premium Destination<\/h3>\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/\">French Riviera<\/a> is the global benchmark for luxury yacht charter. It is also the most expensive\u2014especially during event weeks, when demand is concentrated in a market with limited supply. <\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cannes<\/h4>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/cannes\/\">Cannes<\/a> hosts the two most in-demand events of the Mediterranean charter season.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Low season<\/th><th>High season<\/th><th>Cannes Film Festival<\/th><th>Cannes Lions<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac15,000 \u2013 \u20ac30,000<\/td><td>\u20ac25,000\u2013\u20ac50,000<\/td><td>\u20ac35,000\u2013\u20ac70,000<\/td><td>\u20ac30,000\u2013\u20ac60,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac30,000\u2013\u20ac70,000<\/td><td>\u20ac55,000\u2013\u20ac120,000<\/td><td>\u20ac70,000\u2013\u20ac160,000<\/td><td>\u20ac65,000\u2013\u20ac140,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac80,000\u2013\u20ac160,000<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000\u2013\u20ac250,000<\/td><td>\u20ac150,000\u2013\u20ac350,000<\/td><td>\u20ac130,000\u2013\u20ac300,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac150,000\u2013\u20ac300,000<\/td><td>\u20ac250,000\u2013\u20ac500,000<\/td><td>\u20ac320,000\u2013\u20ac700,000<\/td><td>\u20ac280,000\u2013\u20ac600,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Our fleet in <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/cannes\/price\/\">Cannes<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/abely\/\">ABELY<\/a> \u2014 OCEA 33 m \u2014 from \u20ac28,000\/week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/ascension\/\">ASCENSION<\/a> \u2014 Couach 37 m \u2014 from \u20ac100,000\/week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/annamia\/\">ANNAMIA<\/a> \u2014 Baglietto 43 m \u2014 from \u20ac120,000\/week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/rilassata\/\">RILASSATA<\/a> \u2014 Tankoa 49.8 m \u2014 from \u20ac210,000\/week<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Monaco<\/h4>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/monaco\/\">Monaco<\/a> is the Riviera\u2019s most exclusive destination. Rates during the Grand Prix are the highest of the entire Mediterranean season. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Low season<\/th><th>High season<\/th><th>Grand Prix<\/th><th>Monaco Yacht Show<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac18,000\u2013\u20ac35,000<\/td><td>\u20ac28,000\u2013\u20ac55,000<\/td><td>\u20ac40,000\u2013\u20ac80,000<\/td><td>\u20ac25,000\u2013\u20ac50,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac35,000\u2013\u20ac80,000<\/td><td>\u20ac60,000\u2013\u20ac130,000<\/td><td>\u20ac80,000\u2013\u20ac180,000<\/td><td>\u20ac55,000\u2013\u20ac120,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac90,000\u2013\u20ac180,000<\/td><td>\u20ac130,000\u2013\u20ac270,000<\/td><td>\u20ac180,000\u2013\u20ac400,000<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000\u2013\u20ac250,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac180,000\u2013\u20ac350,000<\/td><td>\u20ac270,000\u2013\u20ac550,000<\/td><td>\u20ac380,000\u2013\u20ac900,000<\/td><td>\u20ac250,000\u2013\u20ac500,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p>See our <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/monaco\/price\/\">Monaco yacht charter prices<\/a> page for detailed seasonal rates.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Saint-Tropez<\/h4>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/saint-tropez\/\">Saint-Tropez<\/a> offers a unique combination\u2014peak summer season and autumn events (Les Voiles, Paradis Porsche)\u2014with rates generally lower than Monaco and event-week Cannes.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Low season<\/th><th>High season<\/th><th>Sails of Saint-Tropez<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac12,000\u2013\u20ac28,000<\/td><td>\u20ac22,000\u2013\u20ac45,000<\/td><td>\u20ac18,000\u2013\u20ac38,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac28,000\u2013\u20ac65,000<\/td><td>\u20ac50,000\u2013\u20ac110,000<\/td><td>\u20ac42,000\u2013\u20ac95,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac70,000\u2013\u20ac150,000<\/td><td>\u20ac110,000\u2013\u20ac230,000<\/td><td>\u20ac95,000\u2013\u20ac200,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac140,000\u2013\u20ac280,000<\/td><td>\u20ac230,000\u2013\u20ac450,000<\/td><td>\u20ac200,000\u2013\u20ac400,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p>See our <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/saint-tropez\/price\/\">Saint-Tropez yacht charter prices<\/a> page for full details.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Balearic Islands \u2014 The Best Value for Money<\/h3>\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/balearic-islands\/\">Balearic Islands<\/a>\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/balearic-islands\/ibiza\/\">Ibiza<\/a>, Formentera, Mallorca, Menorca\u2014offer the best value for money in the Western Mediterranean. Rates are 20% to 30% lower than the French Riviera for sailing quality that is often superior\u2014clearer waters, and less crowded anchorages outside high season. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Low season<\/th><th>High season<\/th><th>Peak season (August)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac10,000\u2013\u20ac22,000<\/td><td>\u20ac18,000\u2013\u20ac38,000<\/td><td>\u20ac22,000\u2013\u20ac45,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac22,000\u2013\u20ac55,000<\/td><td>\u20ac40,000\u2013\u20ac90,000<\/td><td>\u20ac50,000\u2013\u20ac110,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac55,000\u2013\u20ac120,000<\/td><td>\u20ac90,000\u2013\u20ac200,000<\/td><td>\u20ac110,000\u2013\u20ac240,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac110,000\u2013\u20ac230,000<\/td><td>\u20ac190,000\u2013\u20ac380,000<\/td><td>\u20ac230,000\u2013\u20ac460,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Ibiza vs Formentera:<\/strong> Ibiza is livelier\u2014clubs, restaurants, events\u2014with slightly higher rates. Formentera is more natural, less crowded, with some of the clearest waters in the Mediterranean. Both are accessible from the same anchorage by shuttle or tender.  <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Our fleet available in the Balearics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/ray\/\">RAY<\/a> \u2014 Numarine 32XP 2025 \u2014 draft 2.71 m \u2014 access to Ibiza\u2019s most beautiful coves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/rilassata\/\">RILASSATA<\/a> \u2014 Tankoa 49.8 m \u2014 draft 2.25 m \u2014 access to Formentera\u2019s secret calas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Italy \u2014 Sardinia and Capri<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sardinia<\/h4>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/italy\/sardinia\/\">Sardinia<\/a>\u2014Porto Cervo, Costa Smeralda, La Maddalena Archipelago\u2014is Italy\u2019s benchmark destination for luxury charter. The turquoise waters of the Costa Smeralda and the anchorages of the La Maddalena Archipelago are among the most beautiful in the Mediterranean. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Low season<\/th><th>High season<\/th><th>Porto Cervo (August)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac12,000\u2013\u20ac25,000<\/td><td>\u20ac20,000\u2013\u20ac40,000<\/td><td>\u20ac25,000\u2013\u20ac50,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac25,000\u2013\u20ac60,000<\/td><td>\u20ac45,000\u2013\u20ac100,000<\/td><td>\u20ac55,000\u2013\u20ac120,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac60,000\u2013\u20ac130,000<\/td><td>\u20ac100,000\u2013\u20ac210,000<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000\u2013\u20ac260,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000\u2013\u20ac250,000<\/td><td>\u20ac210,000\u2013\u20ac400,000<\/td><td>\u20ac260,000\u2013\u20ac500,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Porto Cervo in August<\/strong>\u2014the week of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup (usually early September) generates demand comparable to French Riviera events.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Capri<\/h4>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/italy\/capri\/\">Capri<\/a> is more of a stopover than a long-stay destination\u2014the Grotta Azzurra, the Faraglioni, and anchoring opposite Capri town are unforgettable moments on a Campania\/Amalfi itinerary. Rates for Capri alone are difficult to separate from Amalfi itineraries. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Greece \u2014 The Rising Destination<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/greece\/\">Greece<\/a>\u2014Mykonos, Santorini, Cyclades, Dodecanese\u2014is the fastest-growing Mediterranean destination since 2020. Rates are still 15% to 25% lower than the French Riviera, with exceptional sailing conditions and landscapes. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Low season<\/th><th>High season<\/th><th>Mykonos (August)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac9,000\u2013\u20ac20,000<\/td><td>\u20ac16,000\u2013\u20ac35,000<\/td><td>\u20ac20,000\u2013\u20ac42,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac20,000\u2013\u20ac50,000<\/td><td>\u20ac35,000\u2013\u20ac80,000<\/td><td>\u20ac45,000\u2013\u20ac100,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac50,000\u2013\u20ac110,000<\/td><td>\u20ac80,000\u2013\u20ac180,000<\/td><td>\u20ac100,000\u2013\u20ac220,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac100,000\u2013\u20ac210,000<\/td><td>\u20ac170,000\u2013\u20ac350,000<\/td><td>\u20ac210,000\u2013\u20ac420,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Logistical advantage:<\/strong> Greece does not require high berthing fees like Monaco or French Riviera ports. Island anchorages are often free or minimal cost\u2014so the APA is proportionally lower than on the French Riviera. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dubai \u2014 The Winter Destination<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/dubai\/\">Dubai<\/a> is the benchmark charter destination for the winter season (November to March)\u2014when the Mediterranean is cold. Temperatures of 25\u201328\u00b0C, calm waters of the Persian Gulf, and Dubai\u2019s skyline in the background. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Winter season (Nov\u2013Mar)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac18,000\u2013\u20ac40,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac40,000\u2013\u20ac90,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac90,000\u2013\u20ac190,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac190,000\u2013\u20ac380,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caribbean \u2014 The Premium Winter Alternative<\/h3>\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/caribbean\/\">Caribbean<\/a>\u2014and in particular <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/caribbean\/saint-barthelemy\/\">Saint Barth\u00e9lemy<\/a>\u2014is the benchmark destination for clients seeking the service level and prestige of the French Riviera in a tropical setting.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>LOA<\/th><th>Caribbean low season<\/th><th>High season (Dec\u2013Feb)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>20-25 m<\/td><td>\u20ac14,000\u2013\u20ac30,000<\/td><td>\u20ac20,000\u2013\u20ac45,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25-35 m<\/td><td>\u20ac30,000\u2013\u20ac70,000<\/td><td>\u20ac45,000\u2013\u20ac110,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35-45 m<\/td><td>\u20ac70,000\u2013\u20ac150,000<\/td><td>\u20ac110,000\u2013\u20ac240,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45\u201355 m<\/td><td>\u20ac150,000\u2013\u20ac290,000<\/td><td>\u20ac230,000\u2013\u20ac450,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/rilassata\/\">RILASSATA<\/a> (Tankoa 49.8 m) is available in the Caribbean from December to February\u2014from \u20ac385,000\/week in high season.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Global Comparison \u2014 Same LOA, All Destinations<\/h2>\n\n<p>For a <strong>35\u201345-metre superyacht<\/strong> in high season, here is the complete comparison:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Destination<\/th><th>High-season weekly rate<\/th><th>Value for money<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/monaco\/grand-prix\/\">Monaco Grand Prix<\/a><\/td><td>\u20ac180,000\u2013\u20ac400,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Exclusivity<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/cannes\/festival\/\">Cannes Film Festival<\/a><\/td><td>\u20ac150,000\u2013\u20ac350,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Prestige<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/\">French Riviera<\/a> standard<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000\u2013\u20ac250,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very good<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/italy\/sardinia\/\">Sardinia<\/a> Porto Cervo<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000\u2013\u20ac260,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very good<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/balearic-islands\/\">Balearics<\/a> Ibiza<\/td><td>\u20ac90,000\u2013\u20ac200,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Excellent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/greece\/\">Greece<\/a> Mykonos<\/td><td>\u20ac80,000\u2013\u20ac180,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Excellent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/saint-tropez\/\">Saint-Tropez<\/a><\/td><td>\u20ac110,000\u2013\u20ac230,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very good<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/caribbean\/\">Caribbean<\/a> Saint Barth<\/td><td>\u20ac110,000\u2013\u20ac240,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very good<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/italy\/capri\/\">Capri<\/a><\/td><td>\u20ac90,000\u2013\u20ac190,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very good<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/dubai\/\">Dubai<\/a><\/td><td>\u20ac90,000\u2013\u20ac190,000<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very good<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">APA \u2014 What to Add to the Base Rate<\/h2>\n\n<p>The base rate covers only the provision of the yacht and crew. The APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) covers fuel, port fees, provisions, and taxes\u2014it represents 25% to 35% of the base rate. <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Concrete example \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/ascension\/\">ASCENSION<\/a> Couach 37 m in Cannes in high season:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Item<\/th><th>Amount<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Base rate<\/td><td>\u20ac125,000 excl. VAT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Estimated APA (30%)<\/td><td>\u20ac37,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Estimated Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u20ac162,500 excl. VAT<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Example \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/ray\/\">RAY<\/a> Numarine 32XP in the Balearics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Item<\/th><th>Amount<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Base rate<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000 excl. VAT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Estimated APA (25% \u2014 lower port fees)<\/td><td>\u20ac30,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Estimated Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>\u20ac150,000 excl. VAT<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Why is the APA lower in the Balearics and Greece?<\/strong> Port fees on the islands are significantly lower than in Monaco or Cannes. In Monaco during the Grand Prix, port fees alone can represent \u20ac15,000 to \u20ac25,000 over a week\u2014i.e., 10% to 20% of the base rate of a 40-metre superyacht. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Fleet \u2014 Real 2026 Prices<\/h2>\n\n<p>Here are the exact rates for our fleet available in the Mediterranean:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Yacht<\/th><th>LOA<\/th><th>Low-season rate<\/th><th>High-season rate<\/th><th>Destinations<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/abely\/\">ABELY<\/a><\/td><td>33 m<\/td><td>\u20ac28,000<\/td><td>\u20ac35,000<\/td><td>French Riviera<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/ray\/\">RAY<\/a><\/td><td>32 m<\/td><td>\u20ac90,000<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000<\/td><td>Mediterranean + Caribbean<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/ascension\/\">ASCENSION<\/a><\/td><td>37 m<\/td><td>\u20ac100,000<\/td><td>\u20ac125,000<\/td><td>French Riviera<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/annamia\/\">ANNAMIA<\/a><\/td><td>43 m<\/td><td>\u20ac120,000<\/td><td>\u20ac145,000<\/td><td>French Riviera<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/locations-yachts\/rilassata\/\">RILASSATA<\/a><\/td><td>49.8 m<\/td><td>\u20ac210,000<\/td><td>\u20ac385,000<\/td><td>Mediterranean + Caribbean<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yachts-for-charter\/\">View our entire available fleet \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Optimise Your Charter Budget<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>Choose the shoulder season<\/strong> \u2014 May, June, and September offer rates 20% to 35% lower than July\u2013August, with often better sailing conditions (fewer crowds, more consistent winds, less congested ports).<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Combine two events<\/strong> \u2014 a charter covering the <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/monaco\/grand-prix\/\">Monaco Grand Prix<\/a> + <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/yacht-charter\/french-riviera\/cannes\/cannes-lions\/\">Cannes Lions<\/a> on the same yacht is less expensive than two separate charters.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Prefer anchoring over berthing<\/strong> \u2014 during events in Cannes and Monaco, anchoring in the bay with tender rotations can save \u20ac8,000 to \u20ac20,000 in port fees over a week.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Book early<\/strong> \u2014 the best yachts for high season and events are booked from January. By March\u2013April, the best-positioned yachts are often already taken. <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Choose the Balearics or Greece<\/strong> \u2014 for an equivalent level of comfort, these destinations are 20% to 30% cheaper than the standard French Riviera\u2014and often offer superior waters and anchorages.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Receive a Personalised Quote<\/h2>\n\n<p>Each <strong>International Yachts Charter and Brokerage<\/strong> quote includes a detailed line-by-line APA estimate, a destination recommendation based on your budget and dates, and a selection of 3 to 5 yachts suited to your project.<\/p>\n\n<p>Total transparency on costs \u2014 response within 48 hours.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalyachtscharterandbrokerage.com\/en\/contact\/\">Request a Mediterranean charter quote 2026<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How much does it really cost to charter a yacht in the Mediterranean in 2026? 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