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Yacht Charter in Marlborough

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Orraia by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Orraia by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Orraia by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Orraia by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $14,432 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 10 5
$15,683 /day
90' · 27m · Horizon · 2024
New Yacht Recently Booked
Pazienza by Cantiere Delle Marche – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Pazienza by Cantiere Delle Marche – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Pazienza by Cantiere Delle Marche – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Pazienza by Cantiere Delle Marche – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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.
11 11 6
$25,000 /day
115' · 35m · Cantiere Delle Marche · 2024
Award Winner Recently Booked
Cloudbreak by Abeking & Rasmussen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Cloudbreak by Abeking & Rasmussen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Cloudbreak by Abeking & Rasmussen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Cloudbreak by Abeking & Rasmussen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $104,135 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 12 6
$109,558 /day
247' · 75m · Abeking & Rasmussen · 2016
Popular Recently Booked
Aura by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Aura by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Aura by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Aura by Horizon – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $13,120 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 10 5
$11,762 /day
90' · 27m · Horizon · 2023
Recently Booked
Bluestone by – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Bluestone by – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Bluestone by – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Bluestone by – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $19,942 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 10 5
$17,109 /day
102' · 31m · 2023
Award Winner Recently Booked
La Datcha by Damen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
La Datcha by Damen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
La Datcha by Damen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
La Datcha by Damen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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.
12 12 6
$105,000 /day
252' · 77m · Damen · 2020
Recently Booked
Lance by Sanlorenzo – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Lance by Sanlorenzo – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Lance by Sanlorenzo – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Lance by Sanlorenzo – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $24,053 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 10 5
$26,138 /day
125' · 38m · Sanlorenzo · 2023
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Northern Escape by Benetti – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Northern Escape by Benetti – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Northern Escape by Benetti – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Northern Escape by Benetti – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $31,378 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 12 6
$34,098 /day
133' · 40m · Benetti · 2022
Limited Dates
Sunset by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Sunset by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Sunset by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Sunset by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $11,018 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
16 12 5
$11,620 /day
115' · 35m · Sunseeker · 2019
Limited Dates
Oneworld by Gulf Craft – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Oneworld by Gulf Craft – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Oneworld by Gulf Craft – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Oneworld by Gulf Craft – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $8,382 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
16 12 5
$8,839 /day
105' · 32m · Gulf Craft · 2018
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Ghost II by Gulf Craft – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Ghost II by Gulf Craft – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Ghost II by Gulf Craft – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Ghost II by Gulf Craft – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $8,449 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
18 12 5
$8,911 /day
121' · 37m · Gulf Craft · 2016/2018
Settlement by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Settlement by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Settlement by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
Settlement by Sunseeker – Private Motor Yacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $10,612 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
16 10 5
$11,192 /day
115' · 35m · Sunseeker · 2015
Recently Refit Most Water Toys
Knight by Heesen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Knight by Heesen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Knight by Heesen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Knight by Heesen – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Knight
Superyacht Charter in Tahiti
"Knight" is a 50m (164ft) long Superyacht with 5 cabins and enough space for 30 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2011 (last refit in 2023) by Heesen and can reach a top speed of 24 knots. You can rent Knight with a crew for $38,333 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
30 12 5
$38,333 /day
163' · 50m · Heesen · 2011/2023
Drumbeat by Alloy Yachts – Private Motor Sailer Charter in Marlborough
Drumbeat by Alloy Yachts – Private Motor Sailer Charter in Marlborough
Drumbeat by Alloy Yachts – Private Motor Sailer Charter in Marlborough
Drumbeat by Alloy Yachts – Private Motor Sailer Charter in Marlborough
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.
18 11 5
$21,900 /day
174' · 53m · Alloy Yachts · 2002/2010
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Special Offer
Masteka 2 by Kha Shing – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Masteka 2 by Kha Shing – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Masteka 2 by Kha Shing – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Masteka 2 by Kha Shing – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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.
80 12 5
$8,911 /day
121' · 37m · Kha Shing · 2009/2017
Top Rated Most Water Toys
Impulsive by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Impulsive by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Impulsive by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Impulsive by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $17,384 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 10 5
$18,891 /day
131' · 40m · Mondomarine · 2007
Infinity Pacific by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Infinity Pacific by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Infinity Pacific by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Infinity Pacific by Mondomarine – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $12,505 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
50 10 5
$13,188 /day
131' · 40m · Mondomarine · 2007/2017
Mega Yacht Most Water Toys
Mischief by Baglietto – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Mischief by Baglietto – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Mischief by Baglietto – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
Mischief by Baglietto – Private Superyacht Charter in Marlborough
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 $28,973 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.
12 12 6
$31,484 /day
177' · 54m · Baglietto · 2006/2017

Yacht Charter Marlborough Sounds

Yacht charter Marlborough winds through New Zealand’s most intricate cruising ground – a network of drowned river valleys at the top of the South Island where the bush-clad ridges of Queen Charlotte Sound plunge into emerald-green water so deep and sheltered that every cove feels like a private fjord, vineyards producing the world’s most acclaimed sauvignon blanc cascade down sun-drenched hillsides to the shoreline, and the resident population of Hector’s dolphins – the world’s smallest and rarest – surfaces alongside your yacht in Pelorus Sound. Marlborough draws from New Zealand’s fleet of over 20 charter yachts: 68′–98′ motor yachts that navigate the narrow passages between Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds, 100′+ superyachts anchoring in the deeper reaches of Queen Charlotte Sound, and 55′+ catamarans ideal for the sheltered, current-free inlets perfect for family cruising.

December to March is peak season – warm, 22–27°C days, calm waters, and the vineyards at their most photogenic with harvest activity in late February. The shoulder months of November and April deliver cooler mornings, spectacular autumn foliage reflected in mirror-still waterways, and softer pricing. Daily rates start from approximately $4,500/day, rising to $9,000+/day on superyachts, plus 15% New Zealand GST and 30–35% APA for fuel, provisions, and mooring fees. Marlborough’s irreplaceable appeal is the marriage of wine country and wilderness cruising – you can taste sauvignon blanc at a cellar door accessible only by boat in the morning, hike a section of the Queen Charlotte Track through virgin bush at midday, and anchor in a cove so secluded the only sounds are birdsong and the gentle lap of wavelets against the hull.

 

Explore Marlborough

Navigate the Sounds’ narrow passages, cellar-door logistics, and the best anchorages in our comprehensive Marlborough destination guide.

Plan your South Island wine-and-wilderness voyage with curated Marlborough charter itineraries linking Queen Charlotte Sound, Pelorus Sound, and the Kenepuru waterways.

Above you’ll find yachts available for Marlborough charters from New Zealand’s fleet of over 20 vessels – motor yachts from 68′, superyachts over 100′, and catamarans from 55′. Weekly rates start from approximately $31,500. Filter by type, guest capacity, length, or rate to build your shortlist, then let Boatcrowd’s charter specialists handle mooring reservations, vineyard provisioning, and bespoke itinerary design through the Marlborough Sounds.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book a Marlborough charter?

For the peak December–February summer and the harvest season in late February–March, five to seven months’ lead time is recommended, especially over the Christmas–New Year period. Autumn charters in April offer spectacular foliage, cooler temperatures ideal for hiking, and broader vessel availability, and can often be arranged three to four months ahead.

What is included in the charter price?

The base fee covers the yacht, professional crew, insurance, and standard on-board equipment. Fuel, provisions, beverages, mooring fees, and any arranged vineyard visits or hiking transfers are funded through the APA (30–35% of the charter fee). New Zealand GST at 15% applies. Marlborough’s world-class wineries and green-lipped mussel farms make on-board provisioning a highlight, and any unspent APA is refunded.

Can I combine Marlborough with Wellington or the North Island?

Yes – the Cook Strait crossing from Picton to Wellington takes roughly three to four hours on a motor yacht and connects the Sounds’ tranquillity with Wellington’s cosmopolitan dining and cultural scene. The return can be timed to catch the sunset over the Kaikōura Ranges. Your Boatcrowd broker coordinates the inter-island passage, berth reservations, and weather-window planning.

Is Marlborough suitable for families with young children?

Marlborough is superbly family-friendly. The calm, sheltered waters of the Sounds are ideal for young swimmers and kayakers, the Queen Charlotte Track offers gentle bush walks suitable for all ages, and encounters with Hector’s dolphins in Pelorus Sound are unforgettable. Crews tailor menus and daily pace to younger guests, and the short distances between anchorages keep travel time minimal.