Yacht Charter Great Barrier Reef

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Orraia by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Orraia

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"Orraia" is a 28m (90ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2024 by Horizon and can reach a top speed of 17 knots. You can rent Orraia with a crew for $15,781 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Pazienza by Cantiere Delle Marche – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Pazienza

Superyacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Pazienza" is a 35m (115ft) long Superyacht with 6 cabins and enough space for 11 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2024 by Cantiere Delle Marche and can reach a top speed of 12 knots. You can rent Pazienza with a crew for $25,000 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Cloudbreak by Abeking & Rasmussen – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Cloudbreak

Superyacht Charter in Auckland

"Cloudbreak" is a 75m (246ft) long Superyacht with 6 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2016 by Abeking & Rasmussen and can reach a top speed of 22 knots. You can rent Cloudbreak with a crew for $110,579 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Aura by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Aura

Superyacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Aura" is a 28m (90ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2023 by Horizon and can reach a top speed of 20 knots. You can rent Aura with a crew for $14,346 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Bluestone by – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Bluestone

Superyacht Charter in Gold Coast

"Bluestone" is a 31m (102ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2023 and can reach a top speed of 19 knots. You can rent Bluestone with a crew for $21,806 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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La Datcha by Damen – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

La Datcha

Superyacht Charter in Tahiti

"La Datcha" is a 77m (253ft) long Superyacht with 6 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2020 by Damen and can reach a top speed of 17 knots. You can rent La Datcha with a crew for $105,000 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Lance by Sanlorenzo – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Lance

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"Lance" is a 38m (125ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2023 by Sanlorenzo and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. You can rent Lance with a crew for $26,301 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Euphoria by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Euphoria

Superyacht Charter in Nadi

"Euphoria" is a 30m (98ft) long Superyacht with 4 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2012 (last refit in 2024) by Horizon and can reach a top speed of 22 knots. You can rent Euphoria with a crew for $9,900 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Northern Escape by Benetti – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Northern Escape

Superyacht Charter in

"Northern Escape" is a 40m (131ft) long Superyacht with 6 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2022 by Benetti and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. You can rent Northern Escape with a crew for $34,311 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Sunset by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Sunset

Motor Yacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Sunset" is a 35m (115ft) long Motor Yacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 16 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2019 by Sunseeker and can reach a top speed of 29 knots. You can rent Sunset with a crew for $11,692 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Oneworld by Gulf Craft – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Oneworld

Motor Yacht Charter in Sydney

"Oneworld" is a 32m (105ft) long Motor Yacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 16 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2018 by Gulf Craft and can reach a top speed of 25 knots. You can rent Oneworld with a crew for $8,895 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Belle by Moonen – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Belle

Motor Yacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Belle" is a 30m (98ft) long Motor Yacht with 4 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2016 (last refit in 2025) by Moonen and can reach a top speed of 13 knots. You can rent Belle with a crew for $14,346 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Ghost II by Gulf Craft – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Ghost II

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"Ghost II" is a 37m (121ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 18 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2016 (last refit in 2018) by Gulf Craft and can reach a top speed of 27 knots. You can rent Ghost II with a crew for $8,966 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Paradise by Horizon – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Paradise

Motor Yacht Charter in Sydney

"Paradise" is a 35m (115ft) long Motor Yacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 16 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2015 by Horizon and can reach a top speed of 20 knots. You can rent Paradise with a crew for $11,900 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Rascal I by Sunseeker – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Rascal I

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"Rascal I" is a 35m (115ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2015 by Sunseeker and can reach a top speed of 26 knots. You can rent Rascal I with a crew for $17,215 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Settlement by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Settlement

Motor Yacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Settlement" is a 35m (115ft) long Motor Yacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 16 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2015 by Sunseeker and can reach a top speed of 22 knots. You can rent Settlement with a crew for $11,262 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Segara by Custom Made – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Segara

Motor Yacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Segara" is a 27m (89ft) long Motor Yacht with 4 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2013 (last refit in 2024) by Custom Made and can reach a top speed of 12 knots. You can rent Segara with a crew for $9,205 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Drumbeat by Alloy Yachts – Private Motor Sailer Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Drumbeat

Motor Sailer Charter in Tahiti

"Drumbeat" is a 53m (174ft) long Motor Sailer with 5 cabins and enough space for 18 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2002 (last refit in 2010) by Alloy Yachts and can reach a top speed of 20 knots. You can rent Drumbeat with a crew for $21,900 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Encore by Horizon – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Encore

Motor Yacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Encore" is a 30m (98ft) long Motor Yacht with 4 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2011 (last refit in 2021) by Horizon and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. You can rent Encore with a crew for $10,760 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Masteka 2 by Kha Shing – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Masteka 2

Superyacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Masteka 2" is a 37m (121ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 80 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2009 (last refit in 2017) by Kha Shing and can reach a top speed of 20 knots. You can rent Masteka 2 with a crew for $16,500 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Mohasuwei by Cantieri di Pisa – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Mohasuwei

Motor Yacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Mohasuwei" is a 33m (108ft) long Motor Yacht with 4 cabins and enough space for 36 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2009 (last refit in 2018) by Cantieri di Pisa and can reach a top speed of 25 knots. You can rent Mohasuwei with a crew for $8,966 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Shorething by Lloyds Ships – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Shorething

Motor Yacht Charter in Whitsundays

"Shorething" is a 34m (112ft) long Motor Yacht with 4 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2009 (last refit in 2025) by Lloyds Ships and can reach a top speed of 14 knots. You can rent Shorething with a crew for $8,369 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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De Lisle III by Gulf Craft – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

De Lisle III

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"De Lisle III" is a 42m (138ft) long Superyacht with 4 cabins and enough space for 16 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2008 (last refit in 2022) by Gulf Craft and can reach a top speed of 21 knots. You can rent De Lisle III with a crew for $15,700 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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4A by Sanlorenzo – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"4A" is a 39m (128ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 10 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2007 (last refit in 2018) by Sanlorenzo and can reach a top speed of 27 knots. You can rent 4A with a crew for $20,000 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Impulsive by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Impulsive

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"Impulsive" is a 40m (131ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2007 by Mondomarine and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. You can rent Impulsive with a crew for $19,009 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Infinity Pacific by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Infinity Pacific

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"Infinity Pacific" is a 40m (131ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 50 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2007 (last refit in 2017) by Mondomarine and can reach a top speed of 29 knots. You can rent Infinity Pacific with a crew for $13,270 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Mischief by Baglietto – Private Superyacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

Mischief

Superyacht Charter in Sydney

"Mischief" is a 54m (177ft) long Superyacht with 6 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2006 (last refit in 2017) by Baglietto and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. You can rent Mischief with a crew for $31,681 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Yacht Charter Great Barrier Reef

Yacht charter Great Barrier Reef takes you to the largest living structure on earth – a 2,300-kilometre mosaic of 2,900 individual reef systems and 900 islands stretching from Bundaberg to the Torres Strait, where Technicolor parrotfish crunch on coral in gin-clear shallows, manta rays barrel through the channels of Ribbon Reef Number 10, and the predawn glow illuminates a seascape so vivid it looks painted. The reef draws from Australia’s fleet of over 40 charter yachts: 68′–98′ motor yachts with dive platforms for accessing the outer-reef walls, 100′+ superyachts equipped for multi-day expedition cruising, and 55′+ catamarans whose shallow drafts open up the inner-reef lagoons between Cairns and Lizard Island. June to October is peak season – the dry tropical winter brings calm seas, 24–27°C air, water visibility exceeding 25 metres, and the annual dwarf minke whale encounters off the Ribbon Reefs.

November to May offers warmer water and coral spawning in late November – one of nature’s great underwater spectacles. Daily rates start from $7,500/day, climbing to $12,500+/day on superyachts above 89′, plus 10% Australian GST, a Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Environmental Management Charge, and 30–35% APA for fuel, provisions, and dive logistics. The reef’s singular promise is the sheer scale of natural wonder – you can snorkel a different bommie every day for a month and never see the same coral garden twice, all from a yacht that lets you access remote outer-reef sites the day-trip boats simply cannot reach.

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Navigate reef access zones, marine-park permits, and the best seasonal dive windows in our comprehensive Great Barrier Reef destination guide.

Charter through the world’s largest reef with curated Great Barrier Reef charter itineraries linking the Ribbon Reefs, Lizard Island, and the Cod Hole.

The grid above features yachts available for Great Barrier Reef charters from Australia’s fleet of over 40 vessels – motor yachts from 68′, superyachts over 100′, and catamarans from 55′. Weekly rates start from approximately $52,500. Use the filters to sort by type, guest capacity, length, or rate, then connect with Boatcrowd’s charter specialists for marine-park permits, dive-guide coordination, and bespoke itinerary design across the reef’s outer and inner systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book a Great Barrier Reef charter?

For the peak June–October dry season, six to nine months’ lead time is strongly recommended, especially for the dwarf minke whale season (June–July) and Australian school holidays. The Ribbon Reefs and Lizard Island attract the highest demand. Shoulder months in May and November – the latter coinciding with the spectacular annual coral spawning – can often be arranged four to five months ahead.

Do I need a special permit for the Great Barrier Reef?

All vessels entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park must carry a valid permit and pay the Environmental Management Charge (EMC) per passenger per day. Certain reef zones have additional access restrictions to protect sensitive coral areas. Your Boatcrowd broker arranges all permits, zone approvals, and EMC payments before the charter begins.

What is included in the charter price?

The base rate covers the yacht, professional crew, insurance, and dive equipment on most vessels. Fuel, provisions, beverages, the Marine Park EMC, and specialist dive-guide services are funded through the APA (30–35% of the charter fee). Australian GST at 10% applies to the base rate, and any unspent APA is refunded at the end of the voyage.

Can I combine the Great Barrier Reef with the Whitsundays?

Yes – the Whitsunday Islands sit inside the southern section of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, and the outer reef is roughly 40 nautical miles east, making combined itineraries both popular and practical. Your Boatcrowd broker can design a voyage that balances Whitsunday island-hopping with dedicated outer-reef diving at Hardy Reef, Bait Reef, or the Ribbon Reefs further north.

Yacht Charter in Great Barrier Reef

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book a Great Barrier Reef charter?

Do I need a special permit for the Great Barrier Reef?

What is included in the charter price?

Can I combine the Great Barrier Reef with the Whitsundays?

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