What does the bareboat motor yacht charter mean?

There are several types of motorboats and powerboats. There is a wide range of vessels available on the market; smaller ones and super boats, watercrafts built from different materials, and driven by different propulsion systems. Bareboat charter means the rental of sailings, where no staff is provided who could be responsible for the yacht’s management. Thus, there must be a captain with a sailing license on board who can navigate the boat and the captain must make sure they have other staff members too.

How does the bareboat motor yacht charter work?

If you decide to rent a boat this way, you’ll ultimately need an international sailing certificate. The VHF-report is also necessary for security reasons, as it is issued for radio use and operation. You can choose from a wide selection of boats, let them be sailing or power yachts or yachts. In the bareboat charter, you don’t only have to play an active role in navigation, but also in route planning that you can put together based on your own preferences. Of course, it is worth visiting the popular destinations of the region, but you can accept other pieces of advice from the basis manager or from the boat commander too. If you have enough experience to set out for the sea alone, don’t hesitate to go. An adventure that is a real challenge can make you richer.

Why is a bareboat motor yacht charter a good choice?

Regardless of whether you are an adrenaline junkie or have a large family, you will definitely find the perfect model that satisfies all your needs. Skim across the waters with crazy speed and draw the attention of the people sunbathing on the beach, or just enjoy the sunshine yourself peacefully on the deck. Motorboats offer you the opportunity to access parts only available on the sea – you can explore all the hidden gems nature has to offer. Some models are designed for use in shallow waters so that you can approach or even dock on a small remote island.

Bareboat rental is ideal for anyone who wants to sail in the company of others and yet to steer the yacht. One of the great advantages of renting a boat is that you can manage your time on your own. Stop for a quick lunch and swim in the wonderful beaches. This is one of the most enjoyable holidays for those who want to get something unusual as a holiday. This vacation is a real team building program, as cooperation as a team dominates during your journey. This is surely a huge experience also for children, you can become small sea explorers, pirates or seamen during the trip.

Did you know this about motorboats?

We distinguish the front part (bow) and the rear part (stern) of every powerboat and motorboat. Another part is the hull, which practically means the bottom of the boat, and there is also an upper part located above the hull. In addition to the ones mentioned above, every boat has its unique parts that all have a distinctive nautical name. Before delving into the topic of motorboat types, let us take a look at the basic components that constitute motorized vessels. The most advanced recreational motorboats are made of fiber-reinforced plastic, or in other cases, aluminum.

Larger boats such as motorized yachts and mega yachts are usually made of fiberglass, aluminum, or steel. Manufacturers use a casting mould during production, which is filled with resin amongst other materials. In some other cases, the vacuum is used to remove the excess resin. This is usually stronger and provides for a lighter hull. It is extremely strong but needs to be applied in multiple layers for its full potential. This results in extra weight which can influence the performance of the powerboat. In order to solve this problem, manufacturers often insert a foam material between two layers of fibreglass. Read more about motor boat types , bareboat charter

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Mediterranean yacht itineraries

Day 1. Dubrovnik – Lopud 13.65 km (8.48 mi), Day 2. Lopud – Vieste (Italy) 170.26 km (105.79 mi), Day 3. Vieste – Manfredonia 42.31 km (26.29 mi), Day 4. Manfredonia – Barletta 47.31 km (29.40 mi), Day 5. Barletta – Molfetta 28.78 km (17.88 mi), Day 6. Molfetta – Bari 24.96 km (15.51 mi), Day 7. Bari – Bar (Montenegro) 213.70 km (132.79 mi), Day 8. Bar – Budva 29.02 km (18.03 mi), Day 9. Budva – Herceg Novi 35, 62 km (22, 13 mi), Day 10. Herceg Novi – Kotor 25.58 km (15.90 mi), Day 11. Kotor – Cavtat 65.19 km (40.51 mi), Day 12. Cavtat – Sobra 54.16 km (33.65 mi), Day 13. Sobra – Ston 27.46 km (17.06 mi), Day 14. Ston – Koločep – Dubrovnik 39.50 km (24.54 mi).

Read more about Croatia yacht week, or choose from Croatia yacht routes

Day 1. Rhodes – Ano Symi 45.66 km (28.37 mi), Day 2. Ano Symi – Mandraki 72.02 km (44.75 mi), Day 3. Mandraki – Livadia (Tilos Island)36.33 km (22.57 mi) , Day 4. Livadia – Chalki (Chalki island) 34.47 km (21.42 mi) Day 5. Chalki – Lindos 83.93 km (52.15 mi), Day 6. Lindos – Antony Quinn Beach 28.24 km (17.55 mi) Day 7. Antony Quinn Beach – Faliraki – Rhodes 17.14 km (10.65 mi).

Read more yacht week in Greece, or choose from Greek yachting destinations

Day 1. Barcelona – El Masnou 18.90 km (11.75 mi), Day 2. El Masnou – Mataró 13.84 km (8.60 mi), Day 3. Mataró – Calella 20.61 km (12.81 mi), Day 4. Calella – Santa Susanna 5.82 km (3.61 mi), Day 5. Santa Susanna – Malgrat de Mar 2.81 km (1.75 mi), Day 6. Santa Susanna – Blanes 6.45 km (4.01 mi), Day 7. Blanes – Lloret de Mar – Barcelona 70.12 km (43.57 mi). Read more Spain yacht holidays, or choose from Spanish yacht routes

Caribbean yacht itineraries

Day 1. Marsh Harbour – Little Harbour 24, 55 km (15, 25 mi), Day 2. Little Harbour – Abaco National Park – Sandy Point 97, 10 km (60, 34 mi), Day 3. Sandy Point – Wood Cay – Great Abaco 47, 96 km (29, 80 mi), Day 4. Great Abaco – Big Joe Downer Cay -Little Joe Downer Cay – South Riding Point 96, 70 km (60, 09 mi), Day 5. South Riding Point – Nunjack Cay – Green Turtle Cay 103, 35 km (64, 22 mi), Day 6. Green Turtle Cay – Treasure Cay – Man-O-War Cay / Guana Cay 28, 44 km (17, 67 mi), Day 7. Guana Cay – Pelican Cay Land & Sea Park – Elbow Cay – Marsh Harbour 53, 60 km (33, 30 mi).

Read more yacht trips in Bahamas

Day 1. English Harbour – Nonsuch Bay 18, 24 km (11, 33 mi), Day 2. Nonsuch Bay – Low Bay (Barbuda) 55, 26 km (34, 34 mi), Day 3. Low Bay – Coco Point (Barbuda)18, 41 km (11, 44 mi), Day 4. Coco Point – Dickenson Bay 52, 91 km (32, 88 mi), Day 5. Dickenson Bay – St.John’s 6, 34 km (3, 94 mi), Day 6. St.John’s – Jolly Harbour 13, 56 km (8, 42 mi), Day 7. Jolly Harbour – Carlisle Bay – English Harbour 20, 13 km (12, 51 mi).

Read more Antigua yacht itineraries

Day 1. Road Town – Parham Town 9, 38 km (5, 83 mi), Day 2. Parham Town – Spanish Town (Virgine Gorda Island) 14, 02 km (8, 71 mi), Day 3. Spanish Town – Anegada 31, 11 km (19, 33 mi), Day 4. Anegada – Scrub Island 32, 34 km (20, 10 mi), Day 5. Scrub Island – Jost Van Dyke 25, 61 km (15, 91 mi), Day 6. Jost Van Dyke – Cruz Bay 13, 75 km (8, 54 mi), Day 7. Cruz Bay – Nanny Cay – Road Town 25, 25 km (15, 69 mi).

Read more about yacht week in British Virgin Islands, or choose BVI yacht routes