Megayacht Charters
Megayacht Charter Greece
Vessels above 50 metres. Reserved for charterers who already know what they want.
Why a megayacht
Best suited for
- Principals stepping up from 35 to 45 metre superyacht charters
- Charters with helicopter, submarine, or limousine-tender requirements
- Two-week+ itineraries crossing Greece, Turkey, and Croatia
- Hosted charters for corporate or sovereign guests requiring full privacy
- Multi-family charters consolidating two households on one platform
When megayachts charter best in Greece
Megayachts hold their value year-round, but Greek waters call them in for early summer (late May to mid-June) and late season (September to mid-October). Peak August weeks (15 to 31) are often pre-booked by repeat clients with multi-year arrangements. If your dates are flexible, ask about shoulder weeks at June and September edges — the same vessel at 20 to 30% off peak rates with quieter anchorages.
Notes from George
- The first conversation with a megayacht captain happens in person, not over email. Plan a yacht-visit week before signing.
- Charter VAT is paid by the charterer, not the broker. Megayacht totals can carry VAT bills of €100,000+; ensure your tax advisor reviews the contract.
- Crew gratuity convention on megayachts is 10 to 15% of base rate, paid in cash to the captain who distributes. €40,000 to €75,000 is typical.
- Megayachts cruise at 12 to 16 knots most of the day. Faster passages compromise the meal-and-service rhythm the crew is set up for.
- The submarine, where the yacht has one, is typically rated for two people including the pilot. The on-board scuba kit will dive deeper than most.
Frequently asked
About megayacht charter greece
What's the minimum charter duration for a megayacht?
Most megayacht owners require a minimum 7-day charter. Some specify 10 or 14 days as a standard. For Greek-water itineraries spanning Cyclades, Dodecanese, and the Cretan coast, we recommend 10 to 14 days; less than that and the megayacht class is wasted on logistics rather than experience.
How much does a megayacht charter cost?
Weekly rates start around €500,000 for a 50-metre and run to €2M+ for an 80-metre vessel. Most of our megayacht weeks settle between €750,000 and €1.4M, before APA (typically 30%, occasionally 35% for high-fuel itineraries) and Greek charter VAT.
Can we charter just one or two days of a megayacht?
No. The economics of megayacht operations require a full week minimum. Day charters are not offered. If your event needs only a day, ask about superyacht charter (smaller vessels, similar service tier, day-charter possible in select cases).
Do megayachts come with private security?
Some do. Approximately a third of the megayachts we represent in Greek waters have ex-military security available as an add-on (€8,000 to €15,000 per week per officer). Ask discreetly; the answer depends on the owner's standing arrangements.
Will the crew sign an NDA?
Yes. Megayacht crews routinely sign NDAs as a condition of employment. For specific charters requiring additional confidentiality (celebrity, sovereign, corporate principal), supplementary NDAs are arranged through our office at no additional charge.