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Luxury yacht charter Philipsburg 2026 — crewed superyacht anchored on the Caribbean coast
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Philipsburg Yacht Charter

Part of St Martin / Sint Maarten Yacht Charter.

Think of Philipsburg as a precision week inside St Martin / Sint Maarten: embark near Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay, protect swim mornings at Maho Beach approaches, and book Temptation Beach Restaurant early. Blue Ocean Club brokers the berths and APA before contract.

Starting from€80,000per week
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Philipsburg from the water — yacht charter atmosphere
On the water

Privacy, pace, and places you cannot reach by road.

Introduction

Why charter a yacht in Philipsburg.

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A luxury yacht charter Philipsburg rewards guests with a combination you cannot replicate from a hotel: total privacy, an itinerary that flexes around your party, and access to coves, restaurants and reefs that road-bound travellers simply never see. Blue Ocean Club curates Philipsburg cruises across motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans and superyachts — every option live-priced against the global live availability feed and presented with our 100% best-price guarantee.

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Philipsburg sits at the heart of one of the world's great cruising grounds. Days unfold at the pace of the sea: long swims off the platform, lunch at a beach club where your concierge has held the best table, an afternoon cruise to a quieter anchorage, cocktails on the bow as the light softens. The captain rewrites tomorrow's plan based on tonight's weather and your party's mood.

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We work with a small list of crewed yacht charter Philipsburg operators we know personally — captains we have cruised with, chefs whose tasting menus we have eaten, stewardesses who know your children's names by the end of day one. The result is a charter that feels less like a booking and more like a private invitation.

What to Expect

Yacht charter in Philipsburg — what to expect.

Season, route, hull and investment — the four things every guest asks before we lock a yacht.

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The season

The Philipsburg charter season runs from December through April, with warm settled days, calm mornings and a reliable afternoon breeze. Sea temperatures climb into the mid-20s°C through high summer and the prevailing winds rarely exceed a comfortable Force 4.

02
The itinerary

Signature anchorages, swim-only coves and a handful of marquee harbours form the backbone of any Philipsburg sailing itinerary — your captain rotates between them daily based on wind, swell and the rhythm of your party.

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The yacht

A crewed catamaran in the 50–70 ft range remains the most versatile choice for Philipsburg, with shallow draft for tucked-away bays and the deck space families and groups expect. Couples often prefer a sailing yacht of 50–60 ft; larger parties step up to a motor yacht or superyacht with full crew.

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The investment

Typical luxury yacht charter Philipsburg cost starts from around €25,000 per week for a comfortable crewed catamaran and scales to €150,000–€500,000+ for a 40 m superyacht — base rates are exclusive of APA (usually 25–35%), fuel, VAT and crew gratuity. Our charter managers run live availability against your dates and present the best three options, side by side, with a 100% best-price guarantee. Minimum charter duration is seven nights in peak season; short-week and split itineraries are available in shoulder months. Tell us your dates, party size and preferred yacht style and we will revert within the day — by email, WhatsApp or a 20-minute call with the broker who will run your charter.

Philipsburg coastline from above
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Experiences

Things to do on your Philipsburg charter.

From quiet anchorages to marquee beach clubs — a sample of what we routinely arrange.

  • 01
    Beach clubs

    Private beach-club lunches at the coast's most coveted tables

  • 02
    Onboard dining

    Cellar-driven dinners with the yacht's chef sourcing from local markets

  • 03
    Below the water

    Snorkelling, scuba diving and underwater scooter tours of nearby reefs

  • 04
    Water toys

    E-foiling, seabobbing, wakeboarding and paddleboarding from the swim platform

  • 05
    Shore culture

    Private historian or sommelier-led shore excursions in old towns

  • 06
    By air

    Helicopter transfers to inland vineyards, golf courses and Michelin restaurants

  • 07
    Wellness

    Spa treatments and yoga on the foredeck at anchor

  • 08
    Hidden beaches

    Tender picnics on hidden beaches reachable only by water

  • 09
    Golden hour

    Sunset cocktails on the bow with the captain charting tomorrow's course

  • 10
    Night sky

    Stargazing nights in remote anchorages well away from coastal light

Best Time to Visit

When to charter in Philipsburg.

The prime window for a yacht charter Philipsburg runs December through April. Use the table below to balance weather, value and crowds.

MonthWeatherProsConsCrowd
November27°C, trade windsSeason opens, fresh fleetSome squallsLow
December27°C, sunnyFestive bookings, calm seasHoliday peak ratesHigh
January26°C, idealSteady trade winds, crisp daysHigh demandHigh
February26°C, dryBest visibility for divingRegatta-week congestionHigh
March27°C, breezyLong sunny days, spring breakCrowded popular baysModerate
April28°C, warmEaster charters, calmer windsSome yachts repositioningModerate
May29°C, hotEnd-of-season valueHurricane watch from JuneLow
Cruising Grounds

Top cruising areas & highlights of Philipsburg.

A handful of signature experiences that define a charter on this coast.

Powder-soft anchorages yacht charter
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Powder-soft anchorages

Slip between deserted cays and protected swimming bays unique to Philipsburg.

World-class reefs yacht charter
02

World-class reefs

Coral gardens, drop-offs and wreck dives within minutes of the yacht.

Beach-club lunches yacht charter
03

Beach-club lunches

Front-row tables at the region's most coveted barefoot clubs, reserved by your concierge.

Trade-wind sailing yacht charter
04

Trade-wind sailing

Reliable 15–20 knots make this one of the world's great cruising grounds.

Sample Itineraries

Suggested routes for Philipsburg.

Starting points — every itinerary is rewritten around your party, weather and the captain's local knowledge.

7 Days

The Classic Philipsburg Week

  1. Day 1Embarkation, welcome lunch on board, short cruise to a quiet first anchorage.
  2. Day 2Morning swim, lunch at a coastal restaurant by tender, afternoon cruise.
  3. Day 3Full day at a marquee island — beach club lunch, sunset cocktails ashore.
  4. Day 4Quiet anchorage day — water toys, paddleboarding, private chef dinner.
  5. Day 5Cultural town visit, historic old harbour, dinner in a candlelit courtyard.
  6. Day 6Long swim morning, lunch under way, final marquee anchorage.
  7. Day 7Champagne breakfast, gentle return to base, disembarkation.
10 Days

Extended Philipsburg Cruising

  1. Day 1Embarkation, settle aboard, short repositioning.
  2. Day 2Two days exploring the most photogenic coastline.
  3. Day 3Cultural day ashore with a private guide.
  4. Day 4Diving / snorkelling day on the best reef in range.
  5. Day 5Long cruising day to a quieter archipelago.
  6. Day 6Beach-club lunch and shopping in a marquee port.
  7. Day 7Sunset crossing, chef's tasting menu on the aft deck.
  8. Day 8Final swim morning, leisurely return to base.
  9. Day 9Disembarkation after breakfast on board.
14 Days

The Grand Philipsburg Voyage

  1. Day 1Embarkation and welcome dinner on board.
  2. Day 2Week one: classic seven-day route in slow motion — twin nights at the best anchorages.
  3. Day 3Repositioning across to a neighbouring cruising ground.
  4. Day 4Three days exploring a less-visited archipelago.
  5. Day 5Cultural shore day with a private historian.
  6. Day 6Return cruise via marquee ports with beach-club lunches.
  7. Day 7Final sunset crossing and farewell dinner.
Private shortlist

Plan your week in Philipsburg.

Share a few details and we will return a private yacht shortlist — availability, APA guidance and a clear next step — within one working day.

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Airports & private jets

Fly in. Transfer. Board.

Private-jet gateways for Philipsburg Yacht Charter — each airport links door-to-deck transfers and Limitless Sky charter.

Princess Juliana (St Martin) (SXM) →

Private jet capable

Top transfer: Chauffeur SUV to Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay · 15–25 min from SXM

Private jet into SXM →
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Empty legs

No empty legs right now for Philipsburg Yacht Charter.

The Limitless Sky feed has no matching arrivals or departures for these gateways. Request a private jet timed to your embarkation instead — we never invent inventory.

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Embark utility

Door-to-deck · Philipsburg

We choreograph SXM arrivals into Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay.

Meeting point

Meeting point: Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay — confirm quay / pontoon with the captain the morning of embarkation.

Arrival buffer

Plan 60–90 minutes from wheels-down to passerelle for chauffeur corridors; helicopter windows are tighter when helipad access is confirmed.

Berth lead time

8–16 weeks peak / holidays

Captain / crew

Dutch lagoon megayacht hub — bridge openings and LOA confirmation mandatory.

Tender fallback

When berths are scarce we hold a sheltered anchorage + tender (or captain-only standby) plan before you fly — never a last-minute scramble at the mole.

Luggage / night before

Night-before hotel near the gateway (or marina) when late arrivals risk missing the embarkation slot — we hold rooms against the transfer plan.

Gateways

  • SXM →

    15–25 min from SXM

    SXM → Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay: 15–25 min from SXM.

[Indicative / draft] Indicative seasonal berth ranges are shared on request — confirm with the marina agent before contract. We never publish unverified nightly rates as fact.

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Enquire

Enquire for Philipsburg

Tell us dates, party size and yacht style — we shortlist live availability with APA and door-to-deck before you fly.

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Yacht Types

Charter types suitable for Philipsburg.

Sample photography from yachts that regularly cruise this coast — tap through to the full listing when a match is live.

CHRISTINA O — example Motor yachts
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Motor yachts

Distance, range and interior volume — ideal for guests prioritising comfort, climate control and easy long crossings.

Example · CHRISTINA O →

LE PONANT — example Sailing yachts
02

Sailing yachts

The most romantic way to charter — silent passages under canvas, classic teak decks and timeless aesthetics.

Example · LE PONANT →

Catamarans yacht charter Philipsburg
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Catamarans

Two hulls equal stability, shallow draft and generous deck living space — a favourite for families and groups of 8–12.

CC-SUMMER — example Superyachts
04

Superyachts

40m and beyond: full-time chef, spa, gym, dive team, helicopter pad and water-toy hangars to rival a private resort.

Example · CC-SUMMER →

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Charter Cost

What does a Philipsburg yacht charter cost?

Weekly base rates for a Philipsburg yacht charter vary by yacht type, size and season. Below are typical ranges our clients see — exclusive of APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance, usually 25–35%), fuel, VAT and crew gratuity.

01Weekly base · EUR

Sailing yacht (40–55 ft)

€8,000 – €18,000

Crewed or bareboat, ideal for couples and small families.

02Weekly base · EUR

Catamaran (45–60 ft)

€15,000 – €40,000

Space and stability for 6–10 guests; the most popular choice in many regions.

03Weekly base · EUR

Motor yacht (60–90 ft)

€35,000 – €90,000

Crewed, faster cruising radius, full service on board.

04Weekly base · EUR

Superyacht (90 ft +)

€100,000 – €500,000+

Full crew, tenders and toys; pricing scales with length, build year and brand.

What affects the final price

Beyond the weekly base.

The published range is the starting point — season, yacht pedigree and on-board provisioning shape the true week cost.

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    Season — peak July / August commands a 20–40% premium over shoulder months.

    02

    Yacht age, refit year and brand reputation.

    03

    APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) covers fuel, food, dockage and concierge extras.

    04

    Local VAT and cruising taxes depending on flag and itinerary.

    05

    Crew gratuity, customarily 5–15% of the base charter fee.

Beach Clubs

Beach clubs in Philipsburg.

Tender bookings, table reservations and jetty access — addresses, phones and sites below. Your Blue Ocean Club concierge can hold the table — request via the enquiry form.

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Primary Dutch-side beach club.

Karakter Beach

Simpson Bay

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02
Pinel Island tender day.

Oriel Beach / Pinel clubs

Pinel

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Restaurants

Real restaurants worth a tender in Philipsburg.

Tables held in advance by your concierge — addresses, phones and sites below, from beachfront classics to Michelin dining rooms. Request via the enquiry form.

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Beach dining near the megayacht marina.

Temptation Beach Restaurant

Simpson Bay

Beach dining near the megayacht marina.

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02
Beach club plates on the sand.

Karakter

Simpson Bay

Beach club plates on the sand.

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03
Marina energy for embarkation nights.

The Boathouse

Simpson Bay

Marina energy for embarkation nights.

Concierge enquire →
04
French-side grill culture — book against marina nights.

Lolo’s / Grand Case lolos

French-side grill culture — book against marina nights.

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Lagoon-side convenience when services nights are held.

Tropismo / Marina restaurants

Lagoon-side convenience when services nights are held.

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Anchorages

Best anchorages & bays in Philipsburg.

Hover a marker for a quick brief — click to open the approach notes below. The protected coves and roadsteads your captain will plot into your week.

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Where to find it
Captain confirms approach for Simpson Bay Lagoon.
Captain's notes
Inside holding — bridge timing matters.
Where to find it
Captain confirms approach for Maho Beach approaches.
Captain's notes
Day spectacle — aircraft on short final.
Where to find it
Captain confirms approach for Great Bay Philipsburg.
Captain's notes
Cruise-ship density — prefer lagoon overnight.
Where to find it
Captain confirms approach for Pinel Island.
Captain's notes
French-side day-stop with beach clubs.
Where to find it
Captain confirms approach for Tintamarre.
Captain's notes
Nature islet day-hook.
Team Pick

A personal recommendation from Naomi.

Hidden anchorage
Simpson Bay Lagoon
“My hidden gem in Philipsburg is Simpson Bay Lagoon — drop the anchor mid-morning before the day-boats arrive and you'll have it almost to yourself. Late June and early September are my personal favourite weeks — warm water, lighter traffic, and the crews are at their sharpest. Happy to walk you through the itinerary personally — there are a few stops worth building the week around.”
Naomi Clarke, Caribbean Specialist at Blue Ocean Club
Naomi Clarke
Caribbean Specialist
Questions

Philipsburg yacht charter FAQs.

When is the best time for yacht charter in Philipsburg?+
Shoulder months usually balance weather, water and berth availability for Philipsburg. Peak midsummer adds density and premium quay pricing at Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay.
Which marina should we embark from in Philipsburg?+
Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay is the primary embarkation for Philipsburg, with anchorage fallbacks when LOA or events block the preferred quay.
How far ahead should we book berths in Philipsburg?+
For peak season around Philipsburg, 4–12 weeks is typical for larger yachts; shoulder season is more flexible. We open the berth conversation with the yacht shortlist.
What does APA usually cover on a Philipsburg charter?+
Fuel, berthing, food and beverage, and most guest concierge extras. For Philipsburg we set an honest APA band before contract — not a vague percentage.
Can you arrange airport transfers into Philipsburg?+
Yes — chauffeur and helicopter where available from SXM, timed to the embarkation slot at Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay.
How does a Philipsburg week use Simpson Bay Lagoon?+
Simpson Bay Lagoon is a core Philipsburg pocket — we sequence Port de Plaisance / Dock Maundo area, Simpson Bay nights and day-anchors so the week feels unhurried. Philipsburg sits inside St Martin / Sint Maarten as a focused stop, not a duplicate of the country hub.
Why Blue Ocean Club

Why charter Philipsburg with us.

Independent brokerage with live inventory, transparent pricing, and a concierge that works the coast before you step aboard.

  • 01
    Speed

    Real-time availability

    Live availability feed across 2,000+ yachts — hold and confirm in hours, not weeks.

  • 02
    Trust

    100% best-price guarantee

    We do not mark up the charter fee. The price you see is the operator's price.

  • 03
    Integrity

    Independent advice

    Our recommendations follow the boat, not a commission — owners pay us, not introducing brokers.

  • 04
    Craft

    Concierge depth

    Restaurants, transfers, private guides, helicopters and beach clubs handled long before you board.

Tell us your dates and party — we return three live options within the day.

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