Maldives

Twenty-six atolls, a thousand reefs, and the only charter ground where every anchorage is its own island.

The Maldives is unlike any other yachting destination in the world. Twenty-six atolls strung along a 540-mile spine of the Indian Ocean. Water visibility that runs to thirty metres on the right day. A pace that's set by the tide and the manta migration. And a private-yacht experience that turns the resort model on its head — instead of moving from one fixed island to the next, you take the island with you.

Cruise from Malé north through North Male Atoll, dive the Manta Point at Lankan, anchor for the evening off an empty stretch of Baa Atoll. Day two: drift-dive the Hanifaru Bay manta aggregation in season. Day three: surf the breaks at Pasta Point or Sultan's. Day four: south to Ari Atoll's whale shark waters. By day, it's electric blue water and the sound of nothing. By night, it's a private chef on deck and the brightest stars on a charter route anywhere.

This is the Indian Ocean at its most untouchable.

Why charter here

  • Drift-dive Hanifaru Bay’s manta aggregation (Jun–Nov)
  • Whale sharks at Ari Atoll (year-round; peak Aug–Nov)
  • Surf the breaks at Pasta Point, Sultan’s, Coke’s
  • Each anchorage is a private island reef
  • Yacht-as-floating-villa: take the island with you
  • Year-round season — the inter-monsoon shift is the only complication

Best yachts for charter in Maldives

ASTERIA
Year:
1970
Length:
49.38 m
275.000 €/week
BOMBAY
Year:
2016
Length:
49.98 m
265.000 €/week
GALILEO
Year:
2011
Length:
55.7 m
280.000 €/week
MEMORIES
Year:
2025
Length:
60 m
485.000 €/week
KATINA
Year:
2015
Length:
60 m
320.000 €/week
MAGNA GRECIA
Year:
1986
Length:
63.8 m
350.000 €/week
AHS
Year:
2005
Length:
66 m
600.000 €/week
ALFA
Year:
2020
Length:
70 m
750.000 €/week
SALUZI
Year:
2003
Length:
69 m
480.000 €/week
STARLUST
Year:
2020
Length:
68.2 m
750.000 $/week
VERTIGO
Year:
2007
Length:
67.2 m
325.000 €/week
PLAN B
Year:
2012
Length:
73.07 m
800.000 €/week
BLEU DE NIMES
Year:
1980
Length:
72.25 m
490.000 €/week
STELLA MARIS
Year:
2015
Length:
72.1 m
690.000 $/week
AQUA LARES
Year:
1974
Length:
77.4 m
625.000 €/week
593.600 $/week
LA DATCHA
Year:
2020
Length:
77 m
650.000 $/week
CHAKRA
Year:
1998
Length:
86 m
495.000 €/week
SUNRAYS
Year:
2010
Length:
85.5 m
1.150.000 €/week
EMIR
Year:
2004
Length:
82.5 m
800.000 €/week
SEA EAGLE
Year:
2020
Length:
81 m
650.000 €/week

Our benefits

Access an exceptional portfolio of yachts worldwide
Charter across the Mediterranean, Middle East, Caribbean & Asia
Discreet crew, experienced captains, and dedicated charter specialists
Secure transactions with traditional and crypto payment solutions for modern convenience
Bespoke itineraries & exclusive experiences

Sample itinerary — 7 days from Malé (most charters extend to 10–14 days)

  • Day 1 — Malé to North Male Atoll. Embark afternoon, anchor at Bandos for the first evening.
  • Day 2 — North Male to Baa Atoll (Hanifaru in season). Long northern run. Drift-dive the manta aggregation if Jun–Nov.
  • Day 3 — Baa Atoll. Reef diving and snorkel. Quiet anchorage in the evening.
  • Day 4 — Baa to North Ari. Move south. Two dives at the Ari pinnacles.
  • Day 5 — Ari Atoll. Whale shark snorkel, Maaya Thila dive.
  • Day 6 — Ari to South Male. Surf or snorkel day, depending on swell.
  • Day 7 — South Male to Malé for disembarkation.

Practical

Embark
Malé Velana International (MLE) — direct flights from Dubai, Doha, Singapore, London, Frankfurt. Seaplane to the yacht.
Season
Year-round. Inter-monsoon (Apr–May, Oct–Nov) gives the steadiest weather. Manta peak: Jun–Nov in Baa. Whale sharks: peak Aug–Nov in South Ari.
Indicative weekly rate
€265,000 to €1,150,000+ per week. Most charters here run €325,000 – €650,000 per week. Based on 20 yachts in the region.
Settlement
Wire, escrow, MYBA-standard. Crypto settlement available through licensed counterparties.
Currency
EUR or USD (USD is the regional working currency).
Pairs well with
Seychelles (transit), Sri Lanka, Mergui (extended cruise).

Yacht Charter Questions Answered

Planning a yacht charter or acquisition involves important considerations. Below are answers to some of the most common questions from our clients. For personalised guidance, our advisors are always available.

A standard charter includes the yacht, professional crew, and onboard amenities. Additional expenses such as fuel, provisioning, berthing, and bespoke services are managed transparently through an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), with full accounting provided.

For peak Mediterranean and Caribbean seasons, we recommend securing your preferred yacht several months in advance. High-demand yachts and major event periods often book early.

Every charter is fully bespoke. We tailor routes, onboard experiences, dining preferences, and shore arrangements to your individual requirements.

Yes. Marina Yachts operates across premier cruising regions including the Mediterranean, Middle East, Caribbean, and emerging destinations. Our global network ensures seamless coordination in every location.

We offer secure and flexible payment solutions, including cryptocurrency options, subject to compliance procedures.

Absolutely. Through our global concierge network, we arrange private aviation, ground transfers, security, entertainment, and bespoke event planning both onboard and ashore.

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