Australia
From iconic harbour cities to hidden coastal gems, discover Australia's breathtaking blend of sun, sea, and sophisticated style.
Cruise Sydney Harbour, explore tropical islands, and discover Australia's most exclusive coastal experiences.
Chartering in Australia offers one of the most diverse yachting experiences in the world: from iconic harbour cruising and tropical island escapes to remote expedition coastlines. With vast distances and dramatically different climates, Australia rewards thoughtful planning, unlocking everything from relaxed coastal charters to once-in-a-lifetime adventures.
Whether you're celebrating on Sydney Harbour, island-hopping in the Whitsundays or exploring the wild Kimberley, Australia delivers scale, variety and freedom.
Best Time to Charter Australia
Australia is a year-round charter destination, but timing matters by region.
East Coast
Destinations
Sydney, Pittwater, Brisbane, Gold Coast
Best Season
September – April
Conditions
Warm temperatures and long daylight hours
Tropical North Queensland
Destinations
Port Douglas, Lizard Island, Whitsundays
Best Season
May – October
Conditions
Drier conditions and calmer seas
Western Australia
Destinations
The Kimberley
Best Season
May – September (Dry season only)
Conditions
Access limited to a defined seasonal window
FIRST-TIMERS' ESSENTIALS
Your quintessential Australian adventure: from iconic harbours to golden beaches and tropical islands.
SEASONED TRAVELLERS, HIDDEN GEMS
For those who've seen the icons and now crave the coastal calm. Tranquil bays, national parks, and local charm.
EAT, PLAY, DO
The finest restaurants, most iconic experiences and unforgettable Australian coastal adventures.
Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise
Iconic waterfront experience
Whitehaven Beach Paradise
World-famous silica sands
Quay Fine Dining
Opera House artistry
Great Barrier Reef
Snorkel or dive adventure
Opera Bar Sundowners
World's most photographed cocktail spot
Broadwater by Yacht
Gold Coast luxury cruising
Yachts
Yachts in Australia now
Live from our charter list, in a different order every visit so you see the range. Every rate is the real weekly figure from the listing.
MISCHIEF
Baglietto · 54m · 2006, refit 2024
12 guests | 6 cabins | 14 crew
$295k
RASCAL
Sunseeker · 35m · 2015, refit 2022
10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew
A$150k
CHAOS
Sunseeker · 30m · 2010, refit 2026
8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew
A$110k
BLUESTONE
Gulf Craft · 31m · 2023
10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew
A$110k
GINGER
ILIAD · 19m · 2024
6 guests | 3 cabins
A$62k
LEGACY
Gulf Craft · 32m · 2017
12 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew
A$150k
LUMIR
Heesen · 37m · 2005, refit 2026
10 guests | 4 cabins | 6 crew
A$120k – 144k
LA MAR
Lazzara · 24m · 2011
8 guests | 4 cabins | 2 crew
A$60k
FENG
Sunreef · 22m · 2013, refit 2023
8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew
$45k
IMPULSIVE
Mondomarine · 40m · 2007
12 guests | 5 cabins | 7 crew
A$175k
ORRAIA
Horizon · 28m · 2024
10 guests | 5 cabins | 4 crew
A$132k
AVA
OLYMPIA · 24m · 2018
3 cabins
A$91k
SUNSET
Sunseeker · 35m · 2019
12 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew
A$145k – 155k
Little Perle
30m · 2008, refit 2023
9 guests | 4 cabins
A$88k – 110k
TELEOST
Feadship · 49m · 1998, refit 2023
12 guests | 5 cabins | 10 crew
$195k
MASTEKA 2
MonteFino · 38m · 2009, refit 2022
12 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew
$125k
PAZIENZA
Cantiere Delle Marche · 35m · 2024
11 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew
$150k
MASTEKA 2
37m · 2009, refit 2021
12 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew
$99k – 125k
TRUE NORTH
null · 50m · 2005, refit 2020
36 guests | 18 cabins | 22 crew
A$645k
SOLACE
Jeanneau · 12m · 2011
6 guests | 3 cabins | 1 crew
A$15k
ORRAIA
Horizon · 27m · 2024
10 guests | 5 cabins | 4 crew
A$13k – 132k
PAZIENZA
Cantiere delle Marche · 35m · 2024
11 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew
$150k
ENCORE
Horizon · 30m · 2011, refit 2021
8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew
A$9k – 90k
NISI
NISI · 25m · 2013
6 guests | 4 cabins | 3 crew
A$56k
S/Y FENG
Sunreef Yachts · 22m · 2013, refit 2023
8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew
$45k – 60k
4A
Sanlorenzo · 39m · 2007, refit 2008
10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew
$120k
ENCORE
Horizon · 30m · 2011, refit 2021
8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew
A$90k
AROONA
null · 22m · 2010
9 guests | 3 cabins | 2 crew
A$52k
PARADISE
Horizon · 35m · 2014
10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew
A$210k
LUMIR
Heesen · 37m · 2005, refit 2013
10 guests | 4 cabins | 6 crew
A$140k
30 yachts in rotation. The order changes with every visit so no boat is always last.
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Australian yacht charter questions
- How much does it cost to charter a yacht in Australia?
- Across the Australian fleet, featured yachts run from about A$95,000 per week for BLUESTONE, which takes eight guests, up to A$235,000 per week for MISCHIEF, a 54m Baglietto for 12. Smaller yachts are available in Sydney from about A$62,000 per week. All are base charter rates covering the yacht and crew; the Advance Provisioning Allowance and applicable taxes are additional.
- Where can you charter a yacht in Australia?
- Ahoy Club charters across nine Australian cruising grounds: Sydney, the Whitsundays, the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Pittwater, Port Stephens, Rottnest Island, Lizard Island and the Kimberley. Sydney Harbour and the Whitsundays are the two most requested, the first for the harbour and the second for the Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach.
- Is Ahoy Club an Australian company?
- Ahoy Club was founded in Sydney in 2018 by Ian Malouf and its head office is at Shop 4/38 Bay Street, Double Bay, Sydney. It is not Australia-only: the company also operates from an office at 67 Av. des Frères Roustan, Vallauris, on the French Riviera, and charters across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, South Pacific and Southeast Asia as well as Australia.
- What is included in an Australian charter rate?
- The published weekly rate covers the yacht and its professional crew. Food and beverage, fuel, mooring and harbour fees and on-board communications are paid from the Advance Provisioning Allowance, typically 20% to 35% of the charter fee, which is reconciled with a full statement and receipts before you disembark.
- Are Australian charters bareboat or crewed?
- All Ahoy Club charters are fully crewed, with the captain and crew included in the weekly rate. Ahoy Club does not offer bareboat charter, where the charterer skippers the yacht themselves.
Rates for individual cruising grounds are on the Sydney and Whitsundays pages, and how charter costs are structured is explained on our charter fees page.