Yacht charter USA spans a coastline so vast and varied it rivals any cruising ground on earth – from the neon-lit superyacht rows of Fort Lauderdale and the art-deco glow of Miami’s Star Island to the granite headlands and lobster-pot harbours of New England, the coral-fringed shallows of the Florida Keys, and the Gilded Age mansions of Newport framed by America’s Cup racing waters. Over 77 charter yachts operate across US waters, including 68′–98′ motor yachts built for island-hopping the Keys and Bahamas, 100′+ superyachts with full toy garages and Jacuzzis on the sundeck, and 55′+ luxury catamarans whose shallow drafts open up the backcountry flats of the Everglades and the sandbars of Biscayne Bay. Florida’s season runs year-round with a winter peak from November to April, while New England shines brightest June through September when long, golden days and 24–28°C sea temperatures draw the fleet north. Daily rates start from $6,000/day on a well-appointed motor yacht, climbing to $11,500+/day on superyachts above 89′, plus applicable state sales tax and a 30–35% APA covering fuel, provisions, and dockage. America’s unique charter advantage is sheer diversity – no other country lets you cruise tropical reefs and snow-capped New England harbours in a single season, all backed by world-class marina infrastructure, Michelin-starred provisioning, and the freedom to tailor every voyage to your own pace.
Explore the full scope of American charter waters – from Florida to New England – in our comprehensive USA destination guide.
Browse curated USA charter itineraries linking Miami, the Keys, Palm Beach, and the classic New England coastline.
The grid above showcases over 77 yachts available for USA charters – from 68′ motor yachts to 100′+ superyachts and 55′+ luxury catamarans. Weekly rates start from approximately $42,000. Use the filters to narrow by yacht type, guest capacity, overall length, or daily rate, and once you’ve shortlisted your favourites, Boatcrowd’s charter specialists can coordinate marina reservations, provisioning, and bespoke itinerary planning across both coasts.
For Florida’s peak winter season and holiday charters over Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and Presidents’ Day weekend, booking eight to twelve months ahead is strongly recommended – the most popular superyachts commit early. New England summer charters fill quickly once the Newport and Nantucket calendars are published. Shoulder-season cruises in October or May can often be arranged with four to six months’ notice at more competitive rates.
The base rate covers the yacht, professional crew, insurance, and standard on-board equipment including the tender and water toys. Fuel, provisions, beverages, dockage fees, and any special excursions are funded through the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), typically set at 30–35% of the charter fee. Applicable state sales tax varies by embarkation point, and any unspent APA is refunded at the end of the voyage.
Most US-based motor yachts in the 80′–98′ range comfortably accommodate 10 guests in four to five staterooms with en-suite bathrooms. For larger groups or those wanting more social space, superyachts above 100′ offer additional salons, sundecks, and crew-to-guest ratios that elevate the experience. Your Boatcrowd broker can match the right layout and crew configuration to your group’s size and style.
Absolutely – the crossing from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Bimini takes roughly four hours, making a Florida–Bahamas combination one of the most popular itineraries in the Western Hemisphere. Customs clearance into the Bahamas is straightforward, and your Boatcrowd broker can design a seamless route linking South Beach’s energy with the turquoise solitude of the Exumas.
