Multi-Yacht Charters
Multi-Yacht Charter Greece for Large Groups
Two, three, four yachts cruising together. The way 14 to 30 guests charter in Greek waters.
Why a flotilla, not a single big yacht
Best suited for
- Friend groups of 14 to 24 with strong organising principal
- Two- or three-family charters with closely-knit families
- Wedding weeks where 20+ guests share the celebration on water
- Corporate retreats requiring 14 to 30 participants
- Multi-generational charters where elder couples prefer separate yacht
Multi-yacht booking timeline
9 to 12 months ahead is the minimum lead time for multi-yacht charters in peak summer months. The complexity of locking two or three yacht owners on the same dates, agreeing rates, coordinating crew capacity, and aligning routes takes time. For wedding weeks specifically, 12 to 18 months ahead is standard. Last-minute multi-yacht (under 8 weeks) is rare but possible at shoulder months for repeat clients.
Notes from George
- Decide the principal at booking. One person makes all major decisions for the flotilla. Splitting this across two captains creates conflict.
- Raft up at anchor is possible in calm-water anchorages and adds the 'one big yacht' feel for evenings. Outer-bay anchorages with chop don't permit it.
- Crew rotation: most captains arrange social interaction across yachts (a chef from yacht A cooking on yacht B for an evening, for example). Brief us at booking on any specific requests.
- Costs scale roughly linearly. A two-yacht flotilla of equivalent yacht sizes typically costs 1.9 to 2.0x a single charter (some shared overhead but not much).
- Don't underestimate the social planning. Cabin allocations, who stays on which yacht, meal-host rotations: all decisions worth making 4 to 6 weeks ahead, not at boarding.
Frequently asked
About multi-yacht charter greece for large groups
What's the minimum group size for a multi-yacht charter?
Practically, 14 guests is the floor. Below that, a single yacht of the right size accommodates the group within the 12-guest cap. Above 12, a two-yacht charter becomes mandatory. We've coordinated flotillas up to four yachts (32 to 36 guests); above that, the logistics typically push clients toward a single very-large megayacht with shore-based add-on facilities.
How much does a multi-yacht charter cost?
A two-yacht charter pairing a 30-metre flagship (€220,000/week) with a 25-metre second (€90,000/week) costs €310,000/week base plus 30% APA each plus VAT. All-in for 18 guests: €450,000 to €550,000/week. Split across guests: €25,000 to €30,000 per guest for a 7-night charter.
Do the yachts always travel together?
Usually. Anchorages and marinas in Greek waters accommodate two or three yachts in coordination. Some legs (long Aegean crossings) the yachts depart at different times to suit cruising speeds and meet up at destination. The captains coordinate; you don't need to.
Can guests move between yachts during the week?
Yes. When yachts are anchored close (within 5 to 10 minute tender ride), guests move freely. When rafted at anchor (yachts tied alongside), movement is immediate. Cabin allocation is typically fixed for the week but day-trip visits between yachts are normal.
Who's responsible for the multi-yacht charter contract?
A single principal signs all sub-contracts. The broker (us) acts as the central coordinator. The yachts have separate owners and separate captains but the booking, payment, and dispute resolution flows through one office. This is how multi-yacht charters protect the principal from coordination chaos.