Charter Yachts Carrying More Than 12 Passengers

12 Passengers Charter Yacht St David Benetti

Most luxury yachts only carry 12 passengers, by law. Here are ones that can carry larger groups for your event or celebration!

For those looking to charter a yacht for an exclusive celebration or family reunion with 12 or more guests, our Charter Advisors have both the global expertise and access to the most beautiful vessels of this size. Contact us for a bespoke itineray to cater to all guests' needs and begin planning your mega yacht charter.
 
Alternatively, for the largest groups wishing to embark on a crewed motor yacht vacation on board the same vessel, O'MEGA can carry up to 270 day guests or 28 overnight guests in 14 cabins. Available to charter during the Cannes Film Festival and prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, we can ensure you will experience the French Riviera at its height and make memories to last a lifetime.

Maritime Law and 12 Passenger Limits

superyachts typically do not carry more than 12 people

 

"Why can't I have more than 12 people on this yacht?" is one of Boatbookings' most commonly asked questions. With lots of ifs and buts in regards to this question, it can be a minefield when trying to get a simple answer to this seemingly easy question.

In short, if a yacht carries more than 12 passengers, irrespective of whether payment is made, the vessel is considered a 'Passenger Ship' which puts it into a different category from standard luxury yachts. A 'Passenger Ship' must be SOLAS compliant, which requires rigorous testing, training, and surveying (and cost). The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) is an international maritime treaty that sets the minimum safety standards worldwide.  

Regardless of the size of the yacht, 9 times out of 10 it will only be licensed to carry 12 passengers. In day charter yachts this can sometimes include the crew, meaning that your group may not be able to exceed 10 or 11. Just to make it even that bit more complicated, some yachts can only be licensed to 6, so it's very important you tell one of our brokers how many people will be on the yacht as this may restrict the number of yachts that are available to you. 

One thing to always remember: Children and babies are still considered passengers!

Children Babies Passengers Mega Yacht Charter

How can I rent a yacht that carries more than 12 people?

With nearly 20 years of industry expertise, we at Boatbookings have found that the need for yachts to carry more than 12 people is only increasing. Extended families wish to vacation together following time apart, and celebrations are getting more important following missed milestones. So we have searched the seven seas for the best mega yachts that have acquired a special 'more than 12 passenger license' and provide the luxury experience our clients demand.

We have sourced event and large party boats worldwide that do have this special license, and therefore have created a specialist portfolio of boats that meets the needs of your charter. Ultimately, this means that you can extend the guest list, and not have to miss out on inviting your favorite people to your special! These yachts are popular for events in Cannes, such as the Film Festival, MIPIM, or MIPCOM as well as the Monaco Grand Prix!


Event Catamarans

Boatbookings Tom celebrating his Birthday on one of our event yachts

Catamarans are a fantastic way of getting a large group on the water.  Catamarans offer huge amounts of space on the aft and foredeck areas - perfect for groups with more than 12 guests! We have several fantastic event catamarans based in the French Riviera and Nassau, Bahamas. Above is the Boatbookings founder, Tom, who celebrated his birthday on one of our event catamarans - Lady Paca, based on the French Riviera


Please see below for boats that have licenses to carry more than 12 passengers. If you require any further information or simply want to have a chat with us about your plans please contact us for all of your group charter and corporate event needs. For further information regarding maritime regulations please read our frequently asked questions page.

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LADY PACA - Riviera Event Catamaran - Cannes - 30 Cruising Guests VIEW 4 REVIEWS 
LADY PACA
    Riviera Event Catamaran - Cannes - 30 Cruising Guests
  • Riviera Event Catamaran Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 24 m
  • Year: 2009
  • Cabins: 11
  • Berths: 0
  • From €6500 per day
VIEW 4 REVIEWS  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 0
  • Cabins: 11
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 24 m (81' )
  • Year: 2009
VIEW 4 REVIEWS
From €6500
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A unique Event Catamaran - perfect for boat parties with large groups!"

SOUTHERN CROSS - Day charter for up to 65 guests - Barcelona VIEW 1 REVIEW 
SOUTHERN CROSS
    Day charter for up to 65 guests - Barcelona
  • Day charter for up to 65 guests Crewed Sailing Yacht
  • Length: 33.4 m
  • Year: 1962
  • Cabins: 5
  • Berths: 10
  • From €4350 to €6000 per day
VIEW 1 REVIEW  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 10
  • Cabins: 5
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Sail
  • Length: 33.4 m (113' 4")
  • Year: 1962
VIEW 1 REVIEW
From €4350 to €6000
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A perfect yacht for Corporate Entertainment or Celebrations in Barcelona"

MATINA - 38m Custom Build - 8 Cabins - Athens - Hydra - Spetses VIEW 2 REVIEWS 
MATINA
    38m Custom Build - 8 Cabins - Athens - Hydra - Spetses
  • 38m Custom Build Luxury Crewed Sailing Yacht
  • Length: 38 m
  • Year: 2000 (2004 Refit)
  • Cabins: 8
  • Berths: 18
  • From €41300 to €48300 per week
VIEW 2 REVIEWS  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 18
  • Cabins: 8
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Sail
  • Length: 38 m (129' 8")
  • Year: 2000 (2004 Refit)
VIEW 2 REVIEWS
From €41300 to €48300
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Incredible sailing performance and extremely stable."

AQUA BLU - Brooke Marine 60m - 15 Cabins - Komodo National Park,Spice Islands and Raja Ampat VIEW 2 REVIEWS 
AQUA BLU
    Brooke Marine 60m - 15 Cabins - Komodo National Park, Spice Islands and Raja Ampat
  • Brooke Marine 60m Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 60.3 m
  • Year: 1968 (2009 Refit)
  • Cabins: 15
  • Berths: 30
  • From €258000 to €286650 per week
VIEW 2 REVIEWS  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 30
  • Cabins: 15
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 60.3 m (205' 6")
  • Year: 1968 (2009 Refit)
VIEW 2 REVIEWS
From €258000 to €286650
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Dynamic Captain and crew providing 5* service and hospitality aboard former Royal Navy Vessel turned Superyacht."

SHERAKHAN - Verkerk 228 - 13 Cabins - Cannes - Monaco - French Riviera - Italian Riviera - Caribbean
SHERAKHAN
    Verkerk 228 - 13 Cabins - Cannes - Monaco - French Riviera - Italian Riviera - Caribbean
  • Verkerk 228 Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 69.65 m
  • Year: 2005 (2017 Refit)
  • Cabins: 13
  • Berths: 26
  • From €485000 to €650000 per week
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 26
  • Cabins: 13
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 69.65 m (236' 5")
  • Year: 2005 (2017 Refit)
From €485000 to €650000
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"70 metres of pure luxury!"

Broward 100 - St Barts Day Charter Yacht - Anguilla - St Martin
Broward 100
    St Barts Day Charter Yacht - Anguilla - St Martin
  • St Barts Day Charter Yacht Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 100 m
  • Year: 2004
  • Cabins: 5
  • Berths: 10
  • From €8820 to €13440 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 10
  • Cabins: 5
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 100 m (340' 4")
  • Year: 2004
From €8820 to €13440
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The only yachts in St Barts that can carry up to 18 passengers."

MIAPLACIDUS - 3 Cabins - Italy - Spain - Sicily - Balearic Islands
MIAPLACIDUS
    3 Cabins - Italy - Spain - Sicily - Balearic Islands
  • 3 Cabins Luxury Crewed Sailing Yacht
  • Length: 20.4 m
  • Year: 1987
  • Cabins: 3
  • Berths: 8
  • From €11200 per week
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 3
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Sail
  • Length: 20.4 m (69' 11")
  • Year: 1987
From €11200
per week

ATLANTIS II - Sun Boats 80 - Nassau Day Charter Yacht - Paradise Island - Bahamas VIEW 4 REVIEWS 
ATLANTIS II
    Sun Boats 80 - Nassau Day Charter Yacht - Paradise Island - Bahamas
  • Sun Boats 80 Luxury Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 24.3 m
  • Year: 2005
  • Cabins: 4
  • Berths: 8
  • From $36000 to $36000 per week
VIEW 4 REVIEWS  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 4
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 24.3 m (82' 6")
  • Year: 2005
VIEW 4 REVIEWS
From $36000 to $36000
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A one-of-a-kind opportunity for event charters in the Bahamas!"

GHOST II - Gulf Craft 37m - 5 Cabins - Sydney - Whitsundays
GHOST II
    Gulf Craft 37m - 5 Cabins - Sydney - Whitsundays
  • Gulf Craft 37m Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 37.3 m
  • Year: 2016
  • Cabins: 5
  • Berths: 12
  • From AUD100000 to AUD100000 per week
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 12
  • Cabins: 5
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 37.3 m (126' 9")
  • Year: 2016
From AUD100000 to AUD100000
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The newest charter yacht available on the Australian market - ideal for parties or corporate events with capacity up to 110!"

680 Bluewater Yacht - 3 Staterooms - Cabo San Lucas - La Paz - Mexico
680 Bluewater Yacht
    3 Staterooms - Cabo San Lucas - La Paz - Mexico
  • 3 Staterooms Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 21.9 m
  • Year:
  • Cabins: 3
  • Berths: 6
  • From $3565 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 6
  • Cabins: 3
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 21.9 m (74' 6")
  • Year:
From $3565
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect yacht for large gatherings around the beautiful Cabo San Lucas"

ANTISAN - Alalunga 33m - 5 Cabins - Cannes Corporate Events - Monaco Grand Prix VIEW 2 REVIEWS 
ANTISAN
    Alalunga 33m - 5 Cabins - Cannes Corporate Events - Monaco Grand Prix
  • Alalunga 33m Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 33 m
  • Year: 1985 (2011 Refit)
  • Cabins: 5
  • Berths: 10
  • From €56000 to €63000 per week
VIEW 2 REVIEWS  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 10
  • Cabins: 5
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 33 m (112' )
  • Year: 1985 (2011 Refit)
VIEW 2 REVIEWS
From €56000 to €63000
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Excellent entertainment space inside and out, superb chef - one of our favourite boats for events in the French or Italian Riviera"

AVA - CRN 40m - 5 Cabins - up to 49 passengers cruising - Monaco VIEW 1 REVIEW 
AVA
    CRN 40m - 5 Cabins - up to 49 passengers cruising - Monaco
  • CRN 40m Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 40 m
  • Year: 1976
  • Cabins: 5
  • Berths: 11
  • From €21000 per day
VIEW 1 REVIEW  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 11
  • Cabins: 5
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 40 m (136' 4")
  • Year: 1976
VIEW 1 REVIEW
From €21000
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A classic motor yacht specially set up for corporate entertainment in Monaco and the French Rivera. Very experienced in Events such as the Cannes Film Festival, Monaco Grand Prix and MIPEM."

Azimut 100 - 5 Cabins - Cancun - Isla Mujeres - Playa Del Carmen
Azimut 100
    5 Cabins - Cancun - Isla Mujeres - Playa Del Carmen
  • 5 Cabins Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 30.48 m
  • Year:
  • Cabins: 5
  • Berths: 8
  • From $9500 to $12500 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 5
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 30.48 m (103' )
  • Year:
From $9500 to $12500
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"One of the largest Cancun day charter yachts, perfect for entertaining your friends, family or colleagues!"

Lagoon 400 - Guest Capacity 18 - Singapore VIEW 3 REVIEWS 
Lagoon 400
    Guest Capacity 18 - Singapore
  • Guest Capacity 18 Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 12 m
  • Year: 2013
  • Cabins: 3
  • Berths: 8
  • From SGD1700 to SGD2600 per day
VIEW 3 REVIEWS  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 3
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 12 m (40' )
  • Year: 2013
VIEW 3 REVIEWS
From SGD1700 to SGD2600
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Stand up paddle boards for fun in the water, and under hull lighting!!"

Cat 23 - Barcelona Day Charter Catamaran - Puerto Olimpico
Cat 23
    Barcelona Day Charter Catamaran - Puerto Olimpico
  • Barcelona Day Charter Catamaran Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 15.94 m
  • Year: 2005
  • Cabins: 4
  • Berths: 8
  • From €1670 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 4
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 15.94 m (54' 10")
  • Year: 2005
From €1670
per day

CIAO - Riviera Event Catamaran - 28 Cruising - St Raphael VIEW 1 REVIEW 
CIAO
    Riviera Event Catamaran - 28 Cruising - St Raphael
  • Riviera Event Catamaran Luxury Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 16 m
  • Year: 2012
  • Cabins: 0
  • Berths: 0
  • From €4500 per day
VIEW 1 REVIEW  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 0
  • Cabins: 0
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 16 m (54' 4")
  • Year: 2012
VIEW 1 REVIEW
From €4500
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect events yacht on the French Riviera!"

Sunreef 62 - Guest Capacity 45 - Singapore VIEW 5 REVIEWS 
Sunreef 62
    Guest Capacity 45 - Singapore
  • Guest Capacity 45 Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 18.9 m
  • Year: 2011
  • Cabins: 4
  • Berths: 8
  • From SGD4000 to SGD7000 per day
VIEW 5 REVIEWS  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 4
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 18.9 m (64' 5")
  • Year: 2011
VIEW 5 REVIEWS
From SGD4000 to SGD7000
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Huge luxury Sunreef yacht for day charters in Singapore for 45 guests!"

Lagoon 620 - Guest Capacity 37 - Singapore
Lagoon 620
    Guest Capacity 37 - Singapore
  • Guest Capacity 37 Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 18.9 m
  • Year: 2011
  • Cabins: 4
  • Berths: 8
  • From SGD4000 to SGD6700 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 4
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 18.9 m (64' 5")
  • Year: 2011
From SGD4000 to SGD6700
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Massive day charter catamaran for 37 guests"

M/Y CLARA ONE - 7 Cabins - Marseille Event Charter
M/Y CLARA ONE
    7 Cabins - Marseille Event Charter
  • 7 Cabins Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 32 m
  • Year: 1961 (2013 Refit)
  • Cabins: 8
  • Berths: 16
  • From €38000 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 16
  • Cabins: 8
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 32 m (108' 8")
  • Year: 1961 (2013 Refit)
From €38000
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"An impressive luxury yacht for events and parties in Marseille."

Fountaine Pajot Helia 44 - Day charter / Week charter - 4 cabins(4 double)- 2017 - Cannes
Fountaine Pajot Helia 44
    Day charter / Week charter - 4 cabins (4 double) - 2017 - Cannes
  • Day charter / Week charter Luxury Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 44 m
  • Year: 2017
  • Cabins: 4
  • Berths: 4
  • From €2300 to €13200 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 4
  • Cabins: 4
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 44 m (149' 8")
  • Year: 2017
From €2300 to €13200
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Modern and elegant Heilia 44 suiting people with style and sophistication!"

Classic Sailing Yacht - Guest Capacity 149 - Singapore
Classic Sailing Yacht
    Guest Capacity 149 - Singapore
  • Guest Capacity 149 Crewed Sailing Yacht
  • Length: 47 m
  • Year: 2001
  • Cabins: 0
  • Berths: 0
  • From SGD25000 to SGD50000 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 0
  • Cabins: 0
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Sail
  • Length: 47 m (159' 8")
  • Year: 2001
From SGD25000 to SGD50000
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The biggest charter yacht in Singapore!"

OLIMP - 49 metres Custom - 18 Cabins - Spilt
OLIMP
    49 metres Custom - 18 Cabins - Spilt
  • 49 metres Custom Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 49 m
  • Year: 2017
  • Cabins: 18
  • Berths: 0
  • From €110000 to €110000 per week
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 0
  • Cabins: 18
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 49 m (166' 4")
  • Year: 2017
From €110000 to €110000
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"Almost fully booked for Summer 2023, newly refitted in 2022, a rare gem for 18 guests in Croatia!"

LAUREN L - 90m Custom Build - 20 Cabins - Monaco - Maldives - Greece
LAUREN L
    90m Custom Build - 20 Cabins - Monaco - Maldives - Greece
  • 90m Custom Build Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 90 m
  • Year: 2002 (2008 Refit)
  • Cabins: 20
  • Berths: 36
  • From €695000 to €695000 per week
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 36
  • Cabins: 20
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 90 m (306' )
  • Year: 2002 (2008 Refit)
From €695000 to €695000
per week

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"One of the only crewed charter yachts of this size - the perfect yacht for your next event!"

NINAH II - Cannes Event Charter - 80 guests - St Raphael - Cannes - Frejus - St Tropez VIEW 1 REVIEW 
NINAH II
    Cannes Event Charter - 80 guests - St Raphael - Cannes - Frejus - St Tropez
  • Cannes Event Charter Luxury Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 23.8 m
  • Year: 2017
  • Cabins: 0
  • Berths: 0
  • From €6500 to €8600 per day
VIEW 1 REVIEW  Details Enquire
  • Berths: 0
  • Cabins: 0
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 23.8 m (80' 4")
  • Year: 2017
VIEW 1 REVIEW
From €6500 to €8600
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect boat for large group events, meetings and celebrations on the French Riviera"

Iladora
Iladora
  • Luxury Crewed Catamaran
  • Length: 23.8 m
  • Year: 2017
  • Cabins: 0
  • Berths: 0
  • From €9000 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 0
  • Cabins: 0
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 23.8 m (80' 4")
  • Year: 2017
From €9000
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"The perfect boat for large group events, meetings and celebrations on the French Riviera"

Tachou Flybridge - Day Charter for 20 Guests or 4 Cabins Live Aboard - Phuket,Thailand
Tachou Flybridge
    Day Charter for 20 Guests or 4 Cabins Live Aboard - Phuket, Thailand
  • Day Charter for 20 Guests or 4 Cabins Live Aboard Crewed Motor Yacht
  • Length: 23 m
  • Year: 2008
  • Cabins: 4
  • Berths: 8
  • From THB180000 to THB250000 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 8
  • Cabins: 4
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Motor
  • Length: 23 m (78' 8")
  • Year: 2008
From THB180000 to THB250000
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"One of the most stylish luxury motor yachts in Phuket."

Sun Cat 22 - Day Charter - Event Catamaran for Up to 100 guests!
Sun Cat 22
    Day Charter - Event Catamaran for Up to 100 guests!
  • Day Charter Corporate Event Yacht
  • Length: 22 m
  • Year: 2004
  • Cabins: 0
  • Berths: 0
  • From €2950 to €5200 per day
Details Enquire
  • Berths: 0
  • Cabins: 0
  • Crew: Crewed
  • Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 22 m (74' 4")
  • Year: 2004
From €2950 to €5200
per day

BOATBOOKINGS SAYS:
"A fantastic catamaran, which can host up to 100 guests for just about any event you require!"

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