Wedding Yacht Charter

In most countries a legally valid marriage must be completed under local civil law — usually at a town hall or before an authorised officiant, with documents prepared in advance. A ceremony aboard a yacht is therefore normally symbolic, with the legal formalities completed separately before or after.

Please do not rely on the idea that a yacht captain can marry you. In most jurisdictions that is not the case, and where any exception might exist it depends on flag, location and local law. If a legal ceremony matters, speak to a qualified local adviser or your wedding planner early; we can coordinate the yacht around whatever they confirm.

A yacht described as "12 guests" usually means 12 people sleeping aboard. It says nothing about how many can attend a ceremony, sit down to dinner or join a reception.

Event capacity is set separately, and it changes with location: one figure underway, another alongside in port, another for a particular event permit. We confirm the number for your yacht, your location, your berth and your format — and only show verified figures.

Many of the best yacht weddings use the yacht for one or two moments: a welcome evening, a symbolic ceremony at anchor, the couple's arrival, or a day at sea after the celebration. The main reception can then sit at a villa or hotel without the yacht's capacity limits.

A welcome cocktail aboard, alongside or at anchor at sunset, gathers guests on arrival without the constraints of the main day. A rehearsal dinner suits a smaller seated group and a yacht with a proper dining space.

Ceremonies at anchor feel private but are limited by sea state, tender transfers and guest numbers. Ceremonies alongside are more predictable and easier for older guests. Either way, there should be a plan for wind and weather.

Seated dinner capacity is almost always lower than cocktail capacity. A yacht that holds a lively reception may only seat a fraction of those guests. Decide the format first, then choose the yacht.

A week might include a welcome evening, a family day at sea, the couple's arrival on the wedding day, and a day after for close friends — sometimes with the couple and family staying aboard throughout. We plan each moment around the right yacht, rather than one yacht for everything.

A post-wedding day charter is a relaxed way to thank close friends. A honeymoon yacht charter can follow directly, starting in the same port — or the couple can fly to a different region entirely.

Day yacht charter · Long-term yacht charter

Some couples use the yacht as accommodation for parents or grandparents. Boarding is easier alongside than by tender; passerelles, stairs and deck levels matter for older guests. Children need supervision plans, and some families bring a nanny or ask us to arrange childcare.

Family yacht charter

Lund Group is not your wedding planner by default. We source and manage the yacht, crew, berths and travel, and work alongside your planner, or introduce planners where asked. Each yacht has its own rules on external caterers, florists and entertainers, which we confirm before anything is booked.

Yachts do not allow drilling, adhesives or permanent fixings. Floral installations must be freestanding and secured for wind. Naked flames are often restricted; LED candles are the usual answer. Confetti, rice and glitter are normally prohibited; petals may be allowed with the captain's agreement. Fireworks need specific permission and are often not possible.

The yacht's chef can usually cater smaller dinners; larger receptions may need an approved external caterer. Wedding cakes need cool storage and stable transport. Allergies and dietary needs should be shared early. Champagne and wine can be supplied through the yacht or brought aboard, depending on the yacht's policy and APA.

Amplified music may be restricted by the yacht, the marina or local rules, especially late at night. Dancing depends on deck space and guest numbers. Speeches need a reliable microphone and speaker set-up, which we confirm with the crew and any production supplier.

Photographers and videographers work well aboard with a clear shot plan and good light. Drones are subject to aviation rules, restricted zones near airports and towns, and the captain's consent — they are never guaranteed.

Hair and makeup aboard needs a cabin with good light and stable power. Long dresses and trains need thought on passerelles and tenders. Most yachts ask guests to remove heels or wear soft soles to protect teak decks; we can suggest alternatives.

Wind matters more than rain. The captain will decide whether an anchorage, a tender transfer or a ceremony on deck is safe. Every yacht wedding needs a plan B — usually alongside in port or ashore. Charter contracts set out weather and cancellation terms; read them carefully and consider event insurance.

Guests board from a marina berth or by tender; both need timing and a guest list shared with the crew and marina. Private security can be arranged for high-profile couples. Valuables, rings and jewellery should be managed by a named person.

Private security

Lund Group can coordinate private jets and helicopters for the couple and family, group aviation for guests, chauffeured cars, and villas or hotels ashore — so the yacht sits within one plan rather than a separate booking.

Private jets

The charter fee is only part of the wedding budget. Add APA for fuel, food, drink and berths; VAT or local tax where applicable; crew gratuity; external suppliers; and any event permits. Day or event charters are priced differently from weekly charters, and not every yacht offers them. We give a written estimate for your specific plan.

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