Quick answer: A first yacht charter in Singapore takes less planning than most people expect. You send a date and guest count, pick food, and turn up at the marina. The captain and crew run the boat, the route and safety, and you need no licence. Seawind sails from One°15 Marina, Sentosa Cove, for up to 40 guests.
A private yacht can feel like something other people do. In practice, most of our guests are on their first charter, booked for a birthday, a proposal, a family day or a team treat. They usually arrive with the same handful of questions: what happens if it rains, will anyone get seasick, what do we wear, can we bring drinks, and do we tip the crew.
The answers are below. We walk through your first yacht charter in Singapore in six steps, from the first message to the walk back along the marina, then covers weather, packing, drinks and cost. For the bigger picture on routes and occasions, see our complete yacht charter guide.
Step 1: send an enquiry
Tell us three things: your date, how many guests, and the occasion. Use the enquiry form or WhatsApp +65 8405 8094, and a real person replies within 2 hours. We confirm availability, suggest a time slot and route, and send you the rate.
Weekends and public holidays fill first, so booking 7 to 14 days ahead is ideal. If you have a fixed date, like a birthday on a Saturday, earlier is better. Deposit and cancellation terms are confirmed when you book, so ask any question you have at that point rather than on the day.
Step 2: choose food and drinks
Food is added to the charter, so you choose what suits the day:
- Surf & Turf BBQ from S$660 for 20 guests, S$990 for 30 and S$1,320 for 40: ribeye, tiger prawns, satay and salads.
- Chef on board in three tiers from S$2,600, S$3,000 and S$3,800, with canapés, caviar, lobster and wagyu.
- Free-flow bar at S$100 per guest, plus champagne by the bottle.
Halal options are available for all meat items. Water and ice are on board for everyone. If you would rather bring your own food and drinks, tell us first, because a surcharge may apply.
Step 3: arrive at the marina
Seawind is berthed at One°15 Marina, 11 Cove Drive, Sentosa Cove, Singapore 098497. Boarding instructions arrive after your booking is confirmed, so you know exactly where to go and who to meet.
Plan to arrive 15 minutes early so the whole group can board together. The yacht leaves when everyone is on, which means the whole party waits for the last guest. Share the address and a meeting time with your group a day before, and nominate one person to round up latecomers.
Step 4: meet the crew and set off
The MPA-licensed captain and uniformed crew welcome you on board, show you around and run through the safety basics. Life jackets are on board for every guest. Then you cast off, and from that point your only job is to enjoy it.
Seawind is a 75 ft S07 Spider by MandaYachts, built in Italy in 2025. The model won “Reveal of the Year” at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024. With a 6.1 m beam, it has room for a group to spread out between the deck, the air-conditioned saloon and 3+1 cabins.
Step 5: cruise, swim and relax
A typical charter heads to the Southern Islands, such as Lazarus Island, St John’s and the Sisters’ Islands, anchors for a swim, and returns past the skyline. The route is confirmed up to 3 days before your charter, based on the forecast and what your group wants.
Kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and a floating water mat are included, and the swim platform makes getting in and out of the water easy. The Sisters’ Islands are a protected marine park, and NParks rules keep vessels out of the lagoon, so the captain picks a spot where swimming is safe and allowed. When you need a break from the sun, head inside to the cool saloon.
Evening charters swap the swim for the view. If golden hour is the main event, read our guide to the best sunset cruise in Singapore.
Step 6: back to the marina
The crew brings you back on time. If the party is going well, extra hours can be added on the day when the schedule allows: S$1,000 per hour on weekdays and S$1,300 on weekends. Charters that end at midnight or later carry a S$500 surcharge.
When to go: weather and monsoon seasons
Singapore has no true dry season, so a good day on the water is about timing more than the month. According to the Meteorological Service Singapore, the year splits into four periods:
- Northeast Monsoon, December to early March. The first half brings the most rain, from November to January. February is usually the driest month.
- Inter-monsoon, late March to May. Hot mornings, with thunderstorms in the afternoon and early evening.
- Southwest Monsoon, June to September. Short afternoon showers, plus occasional early-morning squalls blowing in from Sumatra.
- Inter-monsoon, October and November. Afternoon and evening storms, and generally wetter than March to May.
Tropical showers are often short and pass quickly. The captain watches the forecast and sea conditions, adjusts the route, and if it is not safe to sail we contact you to reschedule.
What to wear and bring
Dress for a beach club. Most of the day is spent on deck or in the water, so comfort wins.
- Light, breathable clothes and flat, non-marking shoes, or go barefoot on deck
- Swimwear, a towel and reef-friendly sunscreen if you plan to swim
- Sunglasses, a hat and a light layer for the air-conditioned saloon
- A waterproof pouch for phones if you plan to kayak or paddleboard
- Any seasickness remedy you normally use
- Decorations or a cake for a celebration: tell us in advance so we can plan around it
Skip heels and anything that marks the deck. For a corporate group, smart casual is plenty; our corporate charter guide covers dress codes and planning for teams and clients.
Will anyone get seasick?
It is the worry we hear most, and on this route it rarely turns into a problem. The route to the Southern Islands stays in sheltered water close to shore, and a 75 ft yacht with a wide beam sits steadier than a small boat.
If someone in your group is sensitive, a few simple habits help. Take your usual remedy about an hour before boarding, eat a light meal beforehand, and stay on the open deck looking at the horizon. Keep the first drink for when you are at anchor.
Drinks, music and tipping
You can order the free-flow bar or ask about bringing your own drinks, with a surcharge that may apply. Plan the swim before the drinks rather than after, because open water and alcohol do not mix.
Music is easy: connect a phone to the yacht’s sound system and build a playlist in advance. As for tipping, it is not mandatory in Singapore. If the crew looked after your group well, a thank-you is a kind gesture, but it is your call.
What it costs
You pay for the whole yacht, not per person, and the captain and crew are included. Weekday charters (Monday to Thursday) start from S$3,500 and weekends and public holidays from S$4,000 for up to 15 guests. The rate steps up by group size to S$6,000 on weekdays and S$6,500 on weekends for 35 to 40 guests.
For smaller groups, the opening promotion runs until 31 October 2026: S$2,500 on weekdays and S$2,800 on weekends for up to 10 guests, with extra guests at S$80 each. Prices exclude public holidays and eves and are subject to GST. See the rate table for every tier.
Ready for your first charter? Send your date and we will take it from there.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a boating licence?
No. Every charter includes an MPA-licensed captain and uniformed crew, so guests do not need any licence or sailing experience.
What if it rains?
Guest safety comes first. The captain watches the forecast and sea conditions, and if it is unsafe we contact you to reschedule. Short tropical showers usually pass, and the saloon keeps everyone dry.
How much does it cost to rent a yacht in Singapore?
It depends on the yacht, the day and the group size. Seawind starts from S$3,500 on weekdays and S$4,000 on weekends for up to 15 guests, for the whole yacht, subject to GST.
How far ahead should I book?
7 to 14 days ahead is ideal. Weekends and public holidays go first, so book earlier if your date is fixed.
What is the cancellation policy?
Deposit and cancellation terms are confirmed at booking. If the captain cancels a trip because conditions are unsafe, we contact you to reschedule.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Yes, but tell us first, because a surcharge may apply. Water and ice are always on board.
Do I need to tip the crew?
No. Tipping is not mandatory in Singapore. Some guests leave a thank-you when the crew has looked after them well, and that is entirely up to you.
Can we play our own music?
Yes. Connect your phone to the yacht’s sound system.