A Hawaii yacht charter is an incredible
experience and one of the most amazing ways to
enjoy the beauty of the Aloha State. It's not
as expensive as you might think, and the
experience is something you will never forget.
One of the often overlooked ways to enjoy a
vacation to Hawaii is to charter a luxury yacht
for a private cruise.
There are many options for boat rentals in
Hawaii, but they are typically old, rusty boats
that are jam packed with tourists. Not exactly
the best way to enjoy a vacation in paradise.
Luckily, there is an alternative. There are a
number of luxury yachts in Hawaii (especially on
the island of Oahu) that can take you for a
private cruise far away from the sunburned
hordes. Once the exclusive domain of the super
rich, luxury boats can now be rented by the hour
for a lot less money than you might think.
There is a large range of yachts available for
charter ranging from luxury sail boats to
vintage motor yachts. A yacht charter broker
can help you find the perfect boat to meet your
needs, based on the size of your group, your
budget and what you would like to do. Some
luxury boats book months in advance, so don't
wait until you are in Hawaii to book your
charter or your boat may already be booked.
Typically, one half of the total charter price
is required to reserve a yacht charter.
When you book a private yacht charter, you're
the boss. The departure time and itinerary are
completely up to you. Plan your own sightseeing
charters, sunset cruises or even luxury dinner
cruises with a private chef. Most boats have a
two hour charter minimum, which is about the
right amount of time for most people. If you
are a seasoned sailor or want to enjoy a more
leisurely dinner cruise, book your boat for a
three hour charter. With a little imagination
you can create an adventure that will be one of
the most memorable highlights of your vacation
in Hawaii.
For a real adventure you can book an inter-island cruise. The tradewinds in
Hawaii generally blow from east to west, so this is the preferred direction to
travel for the smoothest sailing. As a rule of thumb, it takes about 12 hours
to travel between neighboring islands; from Big Island to Maui, Maui to Oahu,
and Oahu to Kauai. The Maui to Oahu journey is the best, as it is smooth
sailing and can travel (upon your specification) down the dramatic north shore
of Molokai. This unpopulated shoreline features the tallest sea cliffs in the
world, with lush valleys and waterfalls flowing into the sea. A true unspoiled
paradise.
Yacht charters have also become increasingly popular in Hawaii as locations for
wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions and corporate events. A private charter
provides an unforgettable alternative to the hotel banquet room routine, and the
largest boats can accomodate up to eighty passengers. The shared experience of
being together on a unique, private charter is a great way for people to bond
with each other away from the tourist crowds, traffic and towering hotels.
Vacations are all about creating lasting memories. For a little extra money and
imagination you can experience the beautiful waters of Hawaii away from the
crowds and have another great story to tell when you get back home.
