Large Group Yacht Charters in The Grenadines (12+ guests)
Chartering a yacht for more than 12 guests in the Grenadines requires more planning than a standard private yacht charter. Most luxury yachts, regardless of their physical size, are certified to accommodate a maximum of 12 charter guests.
For groups of 13 or more, there are two main options. The first is to charter a specially certified passenger yacht capable of legally accommodating more than 12 guests. These yachts do exist within the wider Caribbean fleet, including exceptional vessels designed for groups of 20, 30, or even 36 guests, but the selection is much smaller than the conventional charter market.
The second option is a tandem charter, where two yachts follow the same Grenadines itinerary together. This can provide significantly more choice and works particularly well for large families, groups of friends, celebrations, and corporate retreats. Each yacht provides its own cabins, crew, and living spaces while both groups meet throughout the day for beaches, watersports, meals, and island excursions.
Our Most Recommended Yacht Charters in Grenadines for 12+ Guests
OKTO
From €590,000 / week
YCM FIFTY
From €150,000 / week
CUPCAKE
From $132,000 / week
PANORAMA
From €107,000 / week
Is a large group yacht charter in the Grenadines right for you?
A large group yacht charter is an excellent option if you are planning something beyond a standard vacation, such as:
- A milestone birthday, anniversary, or retirement celebration
- A wedding, pre-wedding trip, or post-wedding vacation
- A corporate retreat, incentive trip, or executive gathering
- A multi-family or multi-generational vacation with everyone traveling together
These charters are designed for groups who want:
- Private yacht accommodation for more than 12 guests
- A fully crewed experience with captains, chefs, and professional hospitality teams
- A personalized itinerary through Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, the Tobago Cays, and beyond
- The choice between one passenger-certified yacht or two yachts cruising together
- More privacy, flexibility, and shared experiences than a traditional resort can provide
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Frequently Asked Questions About Large Group Yacht Charters in The Grenadines (12+ guests)
Can you charter a yacht in the Grenadines for more than 12 guests?
Yes, but most standard charter yachts in the Grenadines are limited to 12 guests, even when the yacht itself is extremely large.International passenger-ship regulations apply additional safety and certification requirements once a vessel carries more than 12 passengers. As a result, groups of 13 or more usually need either a specifically certified passenger yacht or multiple yachts cruising together.
Can one yacht accommodate 20 guests on a Grenadines charter?
Yes, provided the yacht is specifically certified to carry more than 12 passengers.Passenger-certified superyachts capable of accommodating 20 or more guests are available within the international charter fleet, but they are significantly less common and generally sit at the very highest end of the luxury yacht market.For a group of 20, it is often worth comparing one large passenger yacht against two conventional yachts carrying approximately 10 guests each. Depending on your budget and dates, the tandem option may provide substantially more yacht choices.
Is it better to charter one yacht or two yachts for a group of more than 12 in the Grenadines?
It depends on your group.One passenger-certified yacht keeps everyone under the same roof, making it particularly attractive for celebrations, corporate retreats, and families who want the entire group together throughout the charter.Two yachts traveling together provide considerably more choice and can create useful separation between families, generations, or groups of friends. Both yachts can follow the same itinerary through Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, and the Tobago Cays while meeting for swimming, beach lunches, watersports, and dinners ashore.For many groups between approximately 14 and 24 guests, we recommend comparing both options before making a decision.
Why are most Grenadines charter yachts limited to 12 guests?
The 12-guest limit is primarily about maritime certification and safety requirements, not the physical size of the yacht.Under international SOLAS definitions, vessels carrying more than 12 passengers fall into the passenger-ship category for international voyages and become subject to additional safety, construction, equipment, and certification requirements.This is why even very large superyachts frequently advertise accommodation for only 12 charter guests. A yacht can measure more than 200 feet and still be limited to 12 passengers unless it holds the additional certification required to carry larger groups.
Best Itineraries for Yacht Charters in Grenadines
One Way
The Grenadines Grand Passage: St. Vincent to Carriacou in 7 Days
7 Days / 6 Nights
Round Trip
The Luxury Grenadines Loop: Mustique, Canouan and the Tobago Cays
7 Days / 6 Nights
Round Trip
The Southern Grenadines Explorer: Reefs, Private Islands and Barefoot Bays
7 Days / 6 Nights
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