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78 ft Yacht Rentals in Dubai

For a private 78 ft yacht rental in Dubai, Barque & Breeze provides 6 suitable boats ranging across lengths of 75-80 ft. Cruising directly out of Dubai Harbour, our charters cost an hourly rate from AED 1,250 to AED 5,250 with a largest capacity accommodating up to 45 guests for private celebrations and coastal cruising.

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6
per hour, from
AED 1 250
minimum charter
2 h

78 ft Yacht Rental Dubai

6

YachtDubai Harbour

Galeon

Hourly fee
AED 4 200an hour · from 4 hours
Capacity
15
Length
78′
Details

What Inclusions Come with Your Yacht Charter?

Every voyage booked with our team comes fully equipped with essential amenities to guarantee smooth sailing along the coast. When you step onto your chosen yacht, you will find complimentary drinking water, soft drinks, clean dining tableware, and fresh ice stored in onboard coolers ready for your party. The agreed hourly rate covers standard route fuel and full vessel protection, ensuring transparent pricing across all voyages.

A licensed captain alongside trained crew members manages navigation, docking, and guest hospitality throughout your cruise. You may bring outside catering, snacks, and your own alcoholic drinks on board without any corkage fee or service surcharge. Guests are also welcome to swim in the sea when weather allows during daylight hours, while exploring alternative fleet sizes such as Luxury 48 Ft Yacht Rentals for smaller gatherings along the city coast.

What Add Ons Can You Request for Your Voyage?

Custom arrangements let you elevate any gathering on the water into a tailored private event. Through our manager in the chat, you can request exhilarating water sports including jet skis, flyboards, towable bananas, seabobs, and snorkelling equipment. High-energy activities bring active entertainment to daytime anchorages while keeping all arrangements organised prior to boarding.

Event styling, live entertainment, and dining upgrades can also be coordinated smoothly before your cruise. We arrange professional photographers, drone video capture, live DJs, sound equipment for speeches, and marina car transfers. If you are celebrating special moments or wish to enjoy an evening Iftar on a yacht, turnkey packages feature rods, tackle, and bait ready on board for AED 150, your catch cooked on board for AED 150, decor set up before arrival from AED 350, celebration cakes from AED 250, photographer hire from AED 500 per hour, served dinners from AED 250 per guest, and candles and flowers set up on deck from AED 400.

Simple Deposit Steps to Book Your Boat

Reserving your preferred motor vessel is handled smoothly without complicated forms or lengthy checkout steps. Guests communicate directly with our team through the dedicated WhatsApp chat button on our website. You simply share your desired cruise date, duration, and guest count, and our manager assists in confirming the ideal craft, custom route, and requested extras.

To lock in the departure slot, a 30 % deposit is required via a secure online card payment link sent right inside the chat window. We do not hold calendar dates without this initial payment, and the remaining balance is settled before you step on board. When harsh sea conditions stop the trip, you can select an alternate date or receive a full refund, ensuring complete security when searching for private boats for rent in Dubai.

Yacht Layout Specifications and Deck Features

Motor vessels in the 75-80 ft range offer generous open-air areas and refined indoor environments for groups. Across the 6 suitable boats featured in this size category, configurations highlight expansive upper flybridges with shaded seating, open aft decks for dining, and spacious foredeck sun cushions designed for relaxing outdoors. Climate-controlled main deck saloons provide cool indoor retreats equipped with media systems, sound setups, and projectors for multimedia presentations.

These crafts provide ample room for entertaining up to our largest capacity of 45 guests comfortably. Built for steady cruising, each yacht features practical layout planning that separates lounge zones from active swimming areas. Whether hosting corporate mixers or family celebrations, the well-proportioned dimensions deliver functional versatility on the water. Every vessel in our Dubai Harbour fleet is a motor-powered yacht maintained to high operational standards.

Onboard facilities support turnkey events with kitchen spaces suitable for serving pre-ordered dinner packages, which start from AED 250 per guest. Dedicated stewardesses ensure smooth service throughout the voyage, keeping beverages chilled and setup smooth. The interior layouts accommodate custom entertainment arrangements, from DJ setups to professional photographer services available from AED 500 per hour. Every charter delivers a completely private environment tailored to your itinerary.

Clear Rules for Alcohol and Outside Beverages

Guests enjoy complete freedom when planning refreshments and drink menus for their voyage. You are fully welcome to bring personal beverages, soft drinks, and outside alcohol on board your chartered yacht without paying any corkage fees. Our attentive crew assists with chilling your bottles, preparing fresh ice, and serving your drinks in clean glassware.

For those who prefer a turnkey experience, bar services and custom drink packages can be coordinated in advance through our chat manager. Onboard galleys provide prep space and cooling storage, ensuring your chosen refreshments stay crisp throughout the voyage. Whether toasting a milestone or relaxing over sunset drinks, our flexible beverage setup allows you to tailor your journey effortlessly.

Why Do Daylight Restrictions Apply for Swimming?

Maritime safety standards govern all open-water swimming activities during private boat charters. Ocean swimming is permitted solely during daylight hours within designated calm coastal lagoons and sheltered anchorages. Because visibility decreases rapidly as the sun sets, our captain ends all in-water activities before twilight to maintain complete oversight of everyone on board. Night swimming is not permitted under any circumstances.

Every swimming pause requires the captain's explicit approval based on prevailing currents, wave heights, and surrounding maritime traffic. Once the vessel drops anchor during daytime hours, guests can dive into the water, use paddle boards, or enjoy snorkelling gear arranged for the trip. When sea conditions stop the trip entirely or render anchoring unsafe, guests pick a new departure date or receive a full refund of their payment.

Daylight swim stops are typically integrated into charters lasting four hours or longer, allowing ample time to drop anchor near iconic coastal points. Guests can combine their swim stop with exciting add-ons arranged through our team, including jet skis, flyboards, towable banana rides, or Seabob underwater scooters. Safe supervision by the captain ensures a relaxed experience while anchored along the Dubai coastline.

Sensible Guest Guidelines and Boarding Etiquette

Boarding a private charter is designed to be straightforward and stress-free for all attendees. Guests do not need to show a passport or identity document when stepping on board at Dubai Harbour. Arriving at the designated berth approximately fifteen minutes prior to your scheduled departure ensures timely departure and uninterrupted time on the water, letting your party make the most of your reserved hours.

To preserve teak decks and clean interior spaces, street footwear is generally removed upon boarding into dedicated storage baskets. Guests are encouraged to move carefully across wet deck surfaces and follow any basic instructions provided by the crew during mooring and anchoring. By observing these sensible marine courtesies, everyone enjoys a secure, comfortable private voyage along the shoreline.

Every trip operates under the professional leadership of a certified captain and attentive crew members who handle all navigation and onboard hospitality. Whether you are hosting a casual gathering or a formal event, maintaining safety guidelines ensures a smooth journey. Barque & Breeze ensures all baseline operating costs, fuel for standard routes, and full vessel insurance are completely taken care of, allowing your group to focus entirely on the experience.

Transparent Hourly Pricing and Clear Rate Structure

Our private charters feature honest, all-inclusive pricing with zero unexpected fees at checkout. Hiring a craft within our 75-80 ft selection costs an hourly rate from AED 1,250 to AED 5,250 depending on the specific boat model and build you choose. Every quoted price represents the final figure with VAT inside, ensuring total clarity before you confirm your voyage.

All baseline operational necessities are included within the standard rate, covering the vessel, navigation crew, cruising fuel along standard paths, drinking water, and ice supplies. Our team responds to all inquiries within a quarter of an hour between 9 in the morning and 11 at night Gulf time. Furthermore, if rough sea conditions prevent your journey, you retain the choice of rescheduling or claiming a full refund without penalty.

Which Iconic Sights Define Our Cruising Paths?

Cruising paths starting from Dubai Harbour reveal world-famous architecture across varied booking lengths. A standard two-hour cruise guides your motor yacht along the towering Dubai Marina channel, passes the lively JBR shoreline, and circles Bluewaters Island for uninterrupted views of Ain Dubai. This popular route delivers direct sightseeing without venturing far offshore.

Selecting a three-hour itinerary extends the cruise past the outer crescent of Palm Jumeirah, where your captain positions the motor vessel near Atlantis The Palm for photographs. Charter durations of four hours or more allow extended cruising toward Burj Al Arab alongside scheduled anchor stops for daytime swimming. If you prefer multi-day journeys, choosing a yacht charter for a week unlocks complete regional flexibility across the open water.

Charter FAQ

What is the charter cost for a 78 ft yacht?

A 78 ft yacht rental costs an hourly rate from AED 1,250 to AED 5,250 across our 6 suitable boats. Every quote represents the final figure with VAT inside, covering crew service, cruising fuel, ice, and drinking water.

What is the guest capacity for a 78 ft yacht?

Our selection of 6 suitable boats in the 75-80 ft range provides spacious deck space, with our largest capacity hosting up to 45 guests for private gatherings, parties, and sightseeing cruises.

What features are part of the standard yacht charter?

Each charter includes a licensed captain and professional crew, cruising fuel along standard routes, vessel insurance, fresh ice, dining tableware, and soft drinks. All quoted prices include VAT with no corkage charges.

Are identity documents mandatory to board the yacht?

No passport or identity document is asked for at boarding. You simply arrive at the Dubai Harbour berth before departure, step aboard, and enjoy your private charter with your guests.

Is it permitted to bring outside snacks and alcoholic drinks?

Yes, guests may bring their own food, snacks, and alcoholic beverages on board without any corkage fee. Our crew helps chill your drinks and provides glassware and tableware throughout the voyage.

Is daytime swimming permitted during the yacht charter?

Yes, swimming is allowed during daylight hours in designated anchorages, subject to sea conditions and captain approval. For safety reasons, in-water activities conclude before sunset while cruising continues.

Do I require a boat license to rent a yacht?

No, you do not need any boat license or qualifications. A licensed captain and trained crew manage navigation, vessel operations, and safety for your entire group throughout the charter.

Which landmarks are visited on a 2 to 4-hour trip?

A 2-hour voyage covers Dubai Harbour, Dubai Marina, and Ain Dubai. A 3-hour cruise reaches Palm Jumeirah and Atlantis The Palm, while a 4-hour charter continues to Burj Al Arab with daytime swimming time.

Can catering or live BBQ cooking be arranged on the boat?

Yes, we arrange turnkey catering including your catch cooked on board for AED 150, served dinners from AED 250 per guest, and tailored BBQ menus coordinated in advance with our manager.

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