Yacht Charter Cape Town

Professional Yacht Charter Services in Cape Town

A yacht charter in Cape Town gives you private use of a crewed motor yacht, sailing yacht, power catamaran or sailing catamaran, departing from the V&A Waterfront Marina. Through Chartercraft, you can book private crewed charters with a 2-hour minimum, for groups of up to 65 guests, across a fleet of motor yachts, sailing yachts and catamarans. Every vessel is fully crewed, SAMSA-compliant, and available for sunset cruises, lunch charters, corporate events, birthdays, proposals and multi-hour coastal voyages along the Atlantic Seaboard.

What’s Included

• Exclusive use of the vessel for the full booking period
• Qualified skipper and crew
• Fuel for the charter
• Safety equipment and briefing
• Vessel sound system

Optional add-ons (quoted separately): catering, bar package, jet skis, photographer / drone videographer, DJ / band.

Departure Point

All yacht charters depart from the V&A Waterfront Marina, Cape Town. GPS: -33.9068, 18.4214. Secure parking at the Waterfront precinct.

Cape Town Yacht Charters

Experience Cape Town from its most breathtaking perspective: on the water. Chartercraft offers an exclusive selection of luxury yacht rentals designed to suit every style of voyage, from relaxed coastal cruising to high-end celebrations and corporate entertaining.

Our premium motor yachts deliver speed, space, and sophistication. Ideal for private parties, milestone celebrations, and executive charters, these yachts feature spacious decks, elegant interiors, and first-class amenities, all operated by professional crew to ensure a smooth and indulgent experience.

Power catamarans are perfect for social charters and scenic cruises along Cape Town’s iconic coastline. With wide decks, exceptional stability, and plenty of room to relax or entertain, they’re a popular choice for sunset cruises, group events, and laid-back luxury on the sea.

Offering the best of both worlds, sailing catamarans provide smooth sailing with ample deck space. Popular for sunset cruises and day charters exploring Cape Town’s coastline.

For a more classic and tranquil experience, our sailing yachts offer timeless elegance and a true connection with the ocean. Harness the power of the wind while enjoying panoramic views of Table Mountain, the Atlantic Seaboard, and beyond.

Best Time for a Yacht Charter in Cape Town

Popular Itineraries

Sunset Charter (2–3 hours) — Depart 1 hour before sunset, cruise the Atlantic Seaboard past Clifton and Camps Bay, sunset over the Twelve Apostles, return to the V&A Waterfront. Sunset cruise details.

Lunch Cruise (3–4 hours) — Cruise to Clifton 4th Beach or Granger Bay, anchor for lunch on board, return via Green Point.

Coastal Discovery (4–6 hours) — South to Hout Bay, pass Chapman’s Peak and Duiker Island’s seal colony, return via the Atlantic Seaboard.

Full-Day Cape Point Charter (8+ hours) — Cape Town to Cape Point and back, weather-dependent. Motor yachts and larger catamarans only.

Corporate & Private Event Charter — Team-building, client entertainment, product launches, year-end functions. Larger vessels accommodate up to 65 guests.

Why Charter Through Chartercraft?

Chartercraft is an independent booking agency. We don’t own any of the vessels we list — every recommendation is based on fit, not on what we need to sell.

• Transparent per-hour pricing — no hidden fees
• Operator-vetted fleet — every vessel inspected annually
• Dedicated booking manager for every charter
• Secure payment — bank transfer or encrypted card
• Proven crews — skippers with 5+ years on the Cape Town coastline

Frequently Asked Questions