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Running on Waves by Gdansk – Private Motor Sailer Charter in Qatar

Running on Waves

Motor Sailer Charter in Qatar

"Running on Waves" is a 64m (210ft) long Motor Sailer with 18 cabins and enough space for 100 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2011 by Gdansk and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. You can rent Running on Waves with a crew for $19,386 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Golden Horizon by Custom Made – Private Superyacht Charter in Qatar

Golden Horizon

Superyacht Charter in Qatar

"Golden Horizon" is a 162m (531ft) long Superyacht with 140 cabins and enough space for 300 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 2021 by Custom Made and can reach a top speed of 23 knots. You can rent Golden Horizon with a crew for $168,019 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Emerald by Feadship – Private Superyacht Charter in Qatar

Emerald

Superyacht Charter in Qatar

"Emerald" is a 50m (164ft) long Superyacht with 6 cabins and enough space for 12 guests during day charters. The Yacht was built in 1990 (last refit in 2023) by Feadship and can reach a top speed of 18 knots. You can rent Emerald with a crew for $38,773 per day and enjoy a Yachting holiday with your family and friends.

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Yacht Charter Qatar

Yacht charter Qatar pairs the sleek towers of Doha’s West Bay skyline with the honey-coloured lanes of Souq Waqif and the otherworldly calm of Al Thakira’s kayak-friendly mangroves – a city that rewards exploration on the water every bit as much as on foot. Around 10 charter yachts operate from Lusail Marina and The Pearl-Qatar, ranging from 68′ motor yachts well suited to half-day skyline cruises to superyachts exceeding 100′ and spacious 55′+ catamarans with wide swim platforms and shaded flybridge decks, each offering air-conditioned luxury against the Gulf’s shimmering horizon. The season mirrors the wider Arabian Gulf: November through April, when temperatures ease to a pleasant 22–28°C and events like the Qatar International Food Festival, the Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition, and international tennis and motorsport fill the social calendar. Shoulder weeks in October and early May still deliver sunshine with thinner crowds and more flexible scheduling. Daily rates start from around $3,000/day plus 5% Qatari VAT and 30–35% APA for provisioning, fuel, and port fees. Qatar’s standout quality is intimacy – a compact coastline means you can anchor off a deserted sandbar for morning snorkelling, visit the Museum of Islamic Art over lunch, and dine at Nobu Doha overlooking the dhow harbour that same evening, all without a lengthy sea passage between any of them.

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Explore curated Qatar charter itineraries linking The Pearl, Al Thakira mangroves, and the northern island sandbars.

Above you’ll find around 10 yachts available for Qatar charters – motor yachts from 68′, superyachts over 100′, and catamarans from 55′. Weekly rates start from roughly $21,000. Use the filters to sort by type, guest capacity, length, or rate, then connect with Boatcrowd’s charter specialists to secure your preferred dates and finalise every on-board detail from provisioning to water-toy selection.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book a Qatar yacht charter?

The fleet is boutique in size, so six to eight months’ lead time is recommended for the November–March peak window when the finest vessels are in highest demand. Last-minute availability can sometimes be found in the shoulder months of October and April, though your choice of yachts will be more limited. Contact your Boatcrowd broker early to secure the best vessel and preferred dates.

What is included in the charter price?

The base rate covers the yacht, professional crew, insurance, and standard on-board equipment including the tender and basic water toys. Food, beverages, fuel, and port fees are drawn from the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), typically set at 30–35% of the charter fee. Qatari VAT at 5% is added to the total, and any unspent APA is returned in full at the end of the charter.

Is Qatar suitable for families with young children?

Very much so. The calm, shallow waters around The Pearl and the northern sandbars create a safe, sheltered environment for paddleboarding, swimming, and gentle snorkelling. Most yachts carry child-sized life jackets, inflatable platforms, and paddleboards, and on-board crews are experienced in hosting families with tailored menus and flexible daily scheduling that works around younger travellers.

Can I combine Qatar with Bahrain on a single charter?

Yes – Bahrain lies approximately 40 nautical miles to the north-west, making a two-destination charter very feasible within a seven- to ten-day itinerary. The short overnight passage between the two countries adds cultural variety and new anchorages without consuming too much valuable sea time. Cross-border maritime permits can be arranged by your Boatcrowd broker with a few weeks’ advance notice.

Yacht Charter in Qatar