WELCOME TO DREAM YACHT CHARTER
Sail your dreams
Dream Yacht Charter is the world’s largest charter company. It was founded by Loïc Bonnet in 2000, with six yachts based in the Seychelles. Our founder’s experience in the sailing industry has led to the company growing to its current size, with a fleet of +1,000 yachts based in +50 destinations worldwide.
What type of charters do we offer?
Dream Yacht Charter is the pioneer of by the cabin charters. Ideal for non-sailors, charters are offered in +16 destinations across the world including the Caribbean, Bahamas, Asia, Indian Ocean, Pacific and the Mediterranean. Our by the cabin fleet have between four and six cabins and our itineraries have been crafted by destination experts, ranging from three to 11 nights. All by the cabin departures are guaranteed, regardless of how many cabins are sold.
Crewed charters allow sole occupancy of a yacht – a floating five star hotel in stunning destinations worldwide. Our crewed charters are staffed by experienced skippers and hostesses who provide guests with all-inclusive luxury and bespoke tailor made experiences.
For experienced sailors, our fleet of yachts available for bareboat charters worldwide is second to none. Working with the world’s best yacht manufacturers, our fleet includes craft from Catana, Beneteau, Lagoon, Jeanneau, Fountaine Pajot, and Dufour.
Yacht Ownership
For those wanting to spend longer periods on the water, Dream Yacht Sales can help make the dream of yacht ownership a reality. With a range of six charter management programmes, the experienced team can help prospective buyers to develop the best programme for them, from buyback to guaranteed monthly income programmes and the lowest entry price on the market.
Where do we sail?
Our fleet is based in some of the world’s premier sailing areas allowing our customers to experience the cruising grounds of the Caribbean, the Bahamas, the Maldives and closer to home, the islands of Greece and Croatia to name but a few. Take a look at our range of destinations.
Our promise
Dream Yacht Charter’s promise to you:
- An extensive fleet from a wide range of manufacturers
- Charters for every level of sailing experience, from complete novice to seasoned expert
- +50 destinations worldwide covering the world’s greatest cruising grounds
- A commitment to deliver excellent customer service
- Friendly and knowledgeable teams in all our bases
- Trusted seller of new and used boats
Dream Yacht Charter in the UK
In the UK, Dream Yacht Charter is operated by Andy Byham and his team from their base in Port Hamble, Hampshire. The base offers easy access to some of the best sailing in the UK, with opportunities to explore the south coast and Isle of Wight on one of a fleet of 20 matched monohulls and the new Dufour fleet ranging from 38ft to 46ft available for bareboat charters and corporate regattas.
In addition to offering the full range of Dream Yacht Charter products and services, the UK operation can also offer:
- Skippered charters for regattas, industry events, corporate hospitality and team building days via Britannia Events
- Bareboat charters for corporate sailing events and regattas via Fairview Sailing
- RYA accredited sailing courses and racing opportunities for Individuals through associated company Sailing Logic
Proud to support Oarsome Chance
Dream Yacht Charter in the UK is delighted to support local Hampshire based charity Oarsome Chance. Working with young people in the county, Oarsome Chance aims to develop programmes to benefit educational and route to employability outcomes using vocational education and training. Focusing on young people from 9-19 years old who are disengaged from mainstream education and are at risk of exclusion and suffering disadvantage, the charity focusses on marine activities to engage and support young people. From building and rowing coastal skiffs and competing in the National Indoor Rowing Championships, to their social enterprise programme – Canvas Works, which upcycles yacht sails into fashion and home accessories – all the programmes are focussed on or around the marine environment and industry.
Find out more about Oarsome Chance, or donate here.
