Charter Yachts Carrying More Than 12 Passengers
Most luxury yachts only carry 12 passengers, by law. Here are ones that can carry larger groups for your event or celebration!
Maritime Law and 12 Passenger Limits
"Why can't I have more than 12 people on this yacht?" is one of Boatbookings' most commonly asked questions. With lots of ifs and buts in regards to this question, it can be a minefield when trying to get a simple answer to this seemingly easy question.
In short, if a yacht carries more than 12 passengers, irrespective of whether payment is made, the vessel is considered a 'Passenger Ship' which puts it into a different category from standard luxury yachts. A 'Passenger Ship' must be SOLAS compliant, which requires rigorous testing, training, and surveying (and cost). The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) is an international maritime treaty that sets the minimum safety standards worldwide.
Regardless of the size of the yacht, 9 times out of 10 it will only be licensed to carry 12 passengers. In day charter yachts this can sometimes include the crew, meaning that your group may not be able to exceed 10 or 11. Just to make it even that bit more complicated, some yachts can only be licensed to 6, so it's very important you tell one of our brokers how many people will be on the yacht as this may restrict the number of yachts that are available to you.
One thing to always remember: Children and babies are still considered passengers!
How can I rent a yacht that carries more than 12 people?
With nearly 20 years of industry expertise, we at Boatbookings have found that the need for yachts to carry more than 12 people is only increasing. Extended families wish to vacation together following time apart, and celebrations are getting more important following missed milestones. So we have searched the seven seas for the best mega yachts that have acquired a special 'more than 12 passenger license' and provide the luxury experience our clients demand.
We have sourced event and large party boats worldwide that do have this special license, and therefore have created a specialist portfolio of boats that meets the needs of your charter. Ultimately, this means that you can extend the guest list, and not have to miss out on inviting your favorite people to your special! These yachts are popular for events in Cannes, such as the Film Festival, MIPIM, or MIPCOM as well as the Monaco Grand Prix!
Event Catamarans
Catamarans are a fantastic way of getting a large group on the water. Catamarans offer huge amounts of space on the aft and foredeck areas - perfect for groups with more than 12 guests! We have several fantastic event catamarans based in the French Riviera and Nassau, Bahamas. Above is the Boatbookings founder, Tom, who celebrated his birthday on one of our event catamarans - Lady Paca, based on the French Riviera.
Event Yacht Charters | Celebrations | Family Vacations
- Riviera Event Catamaran Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 24 m
- Year: 2009
- Cabins: 11
- Berths: 0
- From €6500 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A unique Event Catamaran - perfect for boat parties with large groups!"
- Day charter for up to 65 guests Crewed Sailing Yacht
- Length: 33.4 m
- Year: 1962
- Cabins: 5
- Berths: 10
- From €4350 to €6000 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A perfect yacht for Corporate Entertainment or Celebrations in Barcelona"
- 38m Custom Build Luxury Crewed Sailing Yacht
- Length: 38 m
- Year: 2000 (2004 Refit)
- Cabins: 8
- Berths: 18
- From €41300 to €48300 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Incredible sailing performance and extremely stable."
- St Barts Day Charter Yacht Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 100 m
- Year: 2004
- Cabins: 5
- Berths: 10
- From €8820 to €13440 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The only yachts in St Barts that can carry up to 18 passengers."
- 3 Cabins Luxury Crewed Sailing Yacht
- Length: 20.4 m
- Year: 1987
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 8
- From €11200 per week
- Gulf Craft 37m Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 37.3 m
- Year: 2016
- Cabins: 5
- Berths: 12
- From AUD100000 to AUD100000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The newest charter yacht available on the Australian market - ideal for parties or corporate events with capacity up to 110!"
- Custom Build Inherit Charter Catamaran
- Length: 20.8 m
- Year: 2023
- Cabins: 0
- Berths: 0
- From €17500 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The best party yacht on the French Riviera for up to 50 guests!"
- 3 Staterooms Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 21.9 m
- Year:
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 6
- From $3565 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect yacht for large gatherings around the beautiful Cabo San Lucas"
- CRN 40m Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 40 m
- Year: 1976
- Cabins: 5
- Berths: 11
- From €21000 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A classic motor yacht specially set up for corporate entertainment in Monaco and the French Rivera. Very experienced in Events such as the Cannes Film Festival, Monaco Grand Prix and MIPEM."
- 5 Cabins Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 30.48 m
- Year:
- Cabins: 5
- Berths: 8
- From $9500 to $12500 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"One of the largest Cancun day charter yachts, perfect for entertaining your friends, family or colleagues!"
- Guest Capacity 18 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 12 m
- Year: 2013
- Cabins: 3
- Berths: 8
- From SGD1700 to SGD2600 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Stand up paddle boards for fun in the water, and under hull lighting!!"
- Barcelona Day Charter Catamaran Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 15.94 m
- Year: 2005
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From €1670 per day
- Riviera Event Catamaran Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 16 m
- Year: 2012
- Cabins: 0
- Berths: 0
- From €4500 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect events yacht on the French Riviera!"
- Guest Capacity 45 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 18.9 m
- Year: 2011
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From SGD4000 to SGD7000 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Huge luxury Sunreef yacht for day charters in Singapore for 45 guests!"
- Guest Capacity 37 Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 18.9 m
- Year: 2011
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From SGD4000 to SGD6700 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Massive day charter catamaran for 37 guests"
- 7 Cabins Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 32 m
- Year: 1961 (2013 Refit)
- Cabins: 8
- Berths: 16
- From €38000 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"An impressive luxury yacht for events and parties in Marseille."
- Day charter / Week charter Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 44 m
- Year: 2017
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 4
- From €2300 to €13200 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Modern and elegant Heilia 44 suiting people with style and sophistication!"
- Guest Capacity 149 Crewed Sailing Yacht
- Length: 47 m
- Year: 2001
- Cabins: 0
- Berths: 0
- From SGD25000 to SGD50000 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The biggest charter yacht in Singapore!"
- 49 metres Custom Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 49 m
- Year: 2017
- Cabins: 18
- Berths: 0
- From €110000 to €110000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Almost fully booked for Summer 2023, newly refitted in 2022, a rare gem for 18 guests in Croatia!"
- 90m Custom Build Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 90 m
- Year: 2002 (2008 Refit)
- Cabins: 20
- Berths: 36
- From €695000 to €695000 per week
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"One of the only crewed charter yachts of this size - the perfect yacht for your next event!"
- Cannes Event Charter Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 23.8 m
- Year: 2017
- Cabins: 0
- Berths: 0
- From €6500 to €8600 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect boat for large group events, meetings and celebrations on the French Riviera"
- Luxury Crewed Catamaran
- Length: 23.8 m
- Year: 2017
- Cabins: 0
- Berths: 0
- From €9000 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect boat for large group events, meetings and celebrations on the French Riviera"
- Day Charter for 20 Guests or 4 Cabins Live Aboard Crewed Motor Yacht
- Length: 23 m
- Year: 2008
- Cabins: 4
- Berths: 8
- From THB180000 to THB250000 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"One of the most stylish luxury motor yachts in Phuket."
- Day Charter Corporate Event Yacht
- Length: 22 m
- Year: 2004
- Cabins: 0
- Berths: 0
- From €2950 to €5200 per day
BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A fantastic catamaran, which can host up to 100 guests for just about any event you require!"