Market overview
The global yacht charter market is worth USD 9.6 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 18.1 bn by 2036, growing at a 6.5% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Crewed luxury is the largest by type segment.
| Scope | Bareboat, skippered and crewed yacht charters for leisure, including sail, motor and catamaran charters booked through operators and brokers. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Travel and Tourism |
| Value 2025 | USD 9.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 9.6 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 18.1 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 6.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 2,078 thousand charter weeks |
| Volume 2036 | 2,902 thousand charter weeks |
| Average price 2026 | USD 4,635 per charter week |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Yacht Charter market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 9.6 bn |
| 2027 | USD 10.3 bn |
| 2028 | USD 10.9 bn |
| 2029 | USD 11.6 bn |
| 2030 | USD 12.4 bn |
| 2031 | USD 13.2 bn |
| 2032 | USD 14.1 bn |
| 2033 | USD 15.0 bn |
| 2034 | USD 15.9 bn |
| 2035 | USD 17.0 bn |
| 2036 | USD 18.1 bn |
Yacht Charter market segmentation
By type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bareboat | 34.0% | 30.8% | USD 3.3 bn | 5.5% |
| Skippered | 30.0% | 29.9% | USD 2.9 bn | 6.5% |
| Crewed luxury | 36.0% | 39.3% | USD 3.5 bn | 7.5% |
By yacht
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailing monohull | 26.0% | 20.9% | USD 2.5 bn | 4.2% |
| Catamaran | 30.0% | 35.0% | USD 2.9 bn | 8.2% |
| Motor yacht | 34.0% | 33.0% | USD 3.3 bn | 6.2% |
| Superyacht | 10.0% | 11.2% | USD 963 mn | 7.7% |
By charter duration
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day charter | 12.0% | 11.0% | USD 1.2 bn | 5.6% |
| Weekend charter | 14.0% | 14.0% | USD 1.3 bn | 6.5% |
| One-week charter | 52.0% | 50.0% | USD 5.0 bn | 6.1% |
| Two weeks or longer | 22.0% | 25.0% | USD 2.1 bn | 7.9% |
By guest group
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Families | 34.0% | 32.0% | USD 3.3 bn | 5.9% |
| Friends groups | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 2.7 bn | 6.5% |
| Couples | 20.0% | 21.0% | USD 1.9 bn | 7.0% |
| Corporate and incentive groups | 10.0% | 12.0% | USD 963 mn | 8.5% |
| Weddings and events | 8.0% | 7.0% | USD 770 mn | 5.1% |
By booking channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charter brokers | 44.0% | 38.0% | USD 4.2 bn | 5.0% |
| Online platforms | 24.0% | 32.0% | USD 2.3 bn | 9.6% |
| Fleet operators direct | 24.0% | 22.0% | USD 2.3 bn | 5.6% |
| Travel agents | 8.0% | 8.0% | USD 770 mn | 6.5% |
Top 25 countries for yacht charter by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 82.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 95.3%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 2.1 bn | 22.0% | USD 4.1 bn | 6.8% |
| 2 | France | USD 963 mn | 10.0% | USD 1.7 bn | 5.8% |
| 3 | Italy | USD 867 mn | 9.0% | USD 1.6 bn | 6.3% |
| 4 | Greece | USD 867 mn | 9.0% | USD 1.7 bn | 6.8% |
| 5 | Spain | USD 674 mn | 7.0% | USD 1.2 bn | 5.9% |
| 6 | Croatia | USD 578 mn | 6.0% | USD 1.1 bn | 6.8% |
| 7 | United Kingdom | USD 578 mn | 6.0% | USD 1.0 bn | 5.8% |
| 8 | Germany | USD 578 mn | 6.0% | USD 1.0 bn | 5.8% |
| 9 | Turkey | USD 385 mn | 4.0% | USD 777 mn | 7.3% |
| 10 | Australia | USD 289 mn | 3.0% | USD 524 mn | 6.1% |
| 11 | Netherlands | USD 221 mn | 2.3% | USD 400 mn | 6.1% |
| 12 | Portugal | USD 186 mn | 1.9% | USD 362 mn | 6.9% |
| 13 | Canada | USD 156 mn | 1.6% | USD 304 mn | 6.9% |
| 14 | Thailand | USD 131 mn | 1.4% | USD 273 mn | 7.6% |
| 15 | Bahamas | USD 110 mn | 1.1% | USD 213 mn | 6.9% |
| 16 | Sweden | USD 92 mn | 1.0% | USD 168 mn | 6.2% |
| 17 | United Arab Emirates | USD 78 mn | 0.8% | USD 161 mn | 7.5% |
| 18 | Mexico | USD 65 mn | 0.7% | USD 136 mn | 7.5% |
| 19 | Malta | USD 55 mn | 0.6% | USD 107 mn | 6.9% |
| 20 | Indonesia | USD 46 mn | 0.5% | USD 96 mn | 7.6% |
| 21 | New Zealand | USD 39 mn | 0.4% | USD 76 mn | 7.0% |
| 22 | Norway | USD 33 mn | 0.3% | USD 58 mn | 5.9% |
| 23 | Seychelles | USD 27 mn | 0.3% | USD 56 mn | 7.6% |
| 24 | Brazil | USD 23 mn | 0.2% | USD 45 mn | 6.9% |
| 25 | Denmark | USD 19 mn | 0.2% | USD 34 mn | 6.0% |
| Rest of world | USD 452 mn | 4.7% | USD 875 mn | 6.8% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Dream Yacht Charter
- Sunsail
- The Moorings
- Camper & Nicholsons
- Nautal
- Cosmos Yachting
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Burgess
- Northrop & Johnson
- Fraser
- Navigare Yachting
- Edmiston
- Y.CO
- Ocean Independence
- Moran Yacht & Ship
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Click&Boat
- Boataround
- Samboat
- Boatsetter
- Zizoo
- Sailogy
- Yachtico
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the yacht charter market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 6.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by type, by yacht, by charter duration, by guest group, by booking channel. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the yacht charter market?
The global yacht charter market is estimated at USD 9.0 bn in 2025 and USD 9.6 bn in 2026.
How fast will the yacht charter market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 18.1 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 6.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 8.4 bn.
Which country is the largest market for yacht charter?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 2.1 bn in 2026, 22.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 41.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, Turkey is growing fastest at 7.3% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which yacht charter segment is largest?
In the by type split, Crewed luxury is the largest segment with 36.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading yacht charter companies?
Global leaders include Dream Yacht Charter, Sunsail, The Moorings, Camper & Nicholsons.
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