01French Polynesia
Bora Bora
The world's most iconic lagoon. Mount Otemanu rising above turquoise waters, with pristine motus and luxury resorts.
Overwater Bora Bora, Volcanic Peaks & Polynesian Paradise
French Polynesia and Tahiti luxury yacht charter
Charter through French Polynesia, from Bora Bora's iconic lagoon and Moorea's volcanic peaks to the remote Tuamotu atolls and the birthplace of Polynesian culture.
Pacific & Oceania · 16.50° S, 151.74° W
French Polynesia yacht charter at a glance
Updated
The best season for a French Polynesia yacht charter is May to October. Navélia lists 37 crewed yachts in the Oceania cruising region, and yachts of 24m and above charter from $47,600 per week in USD, before APA and taxes.
- Best season
- May to October (dry season). July to August are coolest and driest. Humpback whales August to November.
- Typical duration
- 7 to 10 day charters cover the Society Islands. 14+ days extend to the Tuamotus or Marquesas.
- Yachts, Oceania region
- 37 crewed yachts, 25 of 24m and above
- Weekly rate, 24m and above
- $47,600 to $325,700 per week, typical $96,400 (USD)
- Getting there
- Tahiti Faa'a Airport (PPT) has connections from Los Angeles, Auckland, and Paris. Inter-island flights serve Bora Bora, Moorea, and the Tuamotus.
- Nearby cruising grounds
- Fiji, New Zealand, Australia
- Region
- Pacific & Oceania, 16.50° S, 151.74° W
Yacht counts and rates come from the Navélia charter database and are refreshed with every site update.
Overview
Why charter a superyacht in French Polynesia?
French Polynesia is the ultimate South Pacific superyacht destination. 118 islands and atolls scattered across an ocean area the size of Western Europe. Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora are among the world's most iconic tropical destinations, offering volcanic peaks, crystal lagoons, and overwater luxury that defines paradise.
For superyacht charters, French Polynesia offers extraordinary diversity: the Society Islands (Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Huahine, Raiatea) for volcanic beauty and luxury; the Tuamotu Archipelago (Rangiroa, Fakarava) for pristine atolls and world-class diving; and the remote Marquesas Islands for raw, untouched Polynesian culture and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
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Cruising areas
Society Islands yacht charter: Tahiti, Bora Bora and Moorea
Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora are among the world's most iconic tropical destinations, offering volcanic peaks, crystal lagoons, and overwater luxury that defines paradise.
The Society Islands (Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Huahine, Raiatea): volcanic beauty and luxury.
7 to 10 day charters cover the Society Islands.
14-day charters combine the Society Islands with the Tuamotus.
Inter-island flights serve Bora Bora, Moorea, and the Tuamotus.
The Society Islands offer excellent reef snorkeling.
- Bora Bora
- The world's most iconic lagoon. Mount Otemanu rising above turquoise waters, with pristine motus and luxury resorts.
- Moorea
- Tahiti's heart-shaped sister, dramatic volcanic peaks, Cook's Bay, and some of the South Pacific's best snorkeling.
- Huahine
- The 'Garden of Eden', lush tropical scenery, ancient Polynesian temples (marae), and authentic island culture.
See yachts based in the Oceania region or ask a broker about this area.
Tuamotu Archipelago yacht charter: Rangiroa and Fakarava
The Tuamotu Archipelago (Rangiroa, Fakarava): pristine atolls and world-class diving.
14+ days extend to the Tuamotus or Marquesas.
14-day charters combine the Society Islands with the Tuamotus.
Inter-island flights serve Bora Bora, Moorea, and the Tuamotus.
Rangiroa and Fakarava offer some of the best shark and drift diving on Earth.
- Rangiroa
- The world's second-largest atoll, extraordinary drift diving through passes teeming with sharks and dolphins.
- Fakarava
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, pristine atoll with the famous 'Wall of Sharks' dive at the south pass.
See yachts based in the Oceania region or ask a broker about this area.
Marquesas Islands yacht charter
The remote Marquesas Islands: raw, untouched Polynesian culture and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
14+ days extend to the Tuamotus or Marquesas.
The Marquesas require additional time due to distance.
See yachts based in the Oceania region or ask a broker about this area.
Highlights
What can you see and do on a French Polynesia yacht charter?
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Moorea
Tahiti's heart-shaped sister, dramatic volcanic peaks, Cook's Bay, and some of the South Pacific's best snorkeling.
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Rangiroa
The world's second-largest atoll, extraordinary drift diving through passes teeming with sharks and dolphins.
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Fakarava
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, pristine atoll with the famous 'Wall of Sharks' dive at the south pass.
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Huahine
The 'Garden of Eden', lush tropical scenery, ancient Polynesian temples (marae), and authentic island culture.
When to go
When is the best time for a French Polynesia yacht charter?
Best time to visit
May to October (dry season). July to August are coolest and driest. Humpback whales August to November.
Recommended duration
7 to 10 day charters cover the Society Islands. 14+ days extend to the Tuamotus or Marquesas.
Marine life
Humpback whales (Aug to Nov), dolphins, manta rays, reef sharks, sea turtles, and world-class coral lagoon ecosystems.
Real yachts, live rates
Superyachts available for charter in French Polynesia
A selection of crewed yachts based in the Oceania region, with weekly rates in USD.
Sailing yacht · Van der Graaf · 2010
ATLANTIC
65m / 212ft- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 12
From$164,000 per week
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Motor yacht · Baglietto · 2006
MISCHIEF
54m / 177ft- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 14
From$265,000 per week
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Motor yacht · 2004
PANORAMA II
50m / 164ft- Guests
- 49
- Cabins
- 24
- Crew
- 16
From$189,000 per week
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Motor yacht · Feadship · 1998
TELEOST
49m / 161ft- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 10
From$195,000 per week
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Motor yacht · Fassmer Werft · 2006
HANSE EXPLORER
48m / 157ft- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 7
- Crew
- 15
From$235,000 per week
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Motor yacht · Freeport Shipbuilding · 1981
SAFARI EXPLORER
44m / 145ft- Guests
- 36
- Cabins
- 18
- Crew
- 16
From$325,700 per week
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How much does a French Polynesia yacht charter cost?
Yachts of 24m and above in the Oceania cruising region charter from $47,600 to $325,700 per week, typical $96,400, in USD. The weekly rate depends on the yacht, the season and the length of your trip. The advance provisioning allowance (APA), taxes and crew gratuity come on top.
| Yacht length | Yachts | From per week | Typical per week | Up to per week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 to 30m yachts | 6 | $53,800 | $75,000 | $93,700 |
| 30 to 40m yachts | 10 | $47,600 | $83,900 | $205,000 |
| 40 to 50m yachts | 6 | $115,000 | $235,000 | $325,700 |
| 50 to 60m yachts | 2 | $189,000 | $265,000 | $265,000 |
| 60 to 80m yachts | 1 | $164,000 | $164,000 | $164,000 |
Live figures from the Navélia database, October 2026. USD, base rate before APA and taxes. Typical is the median published rate.
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FAQ
French Polynesia yacht charter FAQs
How much does a French Polynesia superyacht charter cost?
Weekly charters start from EUR 100,000. The remoteness and extraordinary beauty of these islands command premium rates. This is a broker guide figure in euros. Live weekly rates in USD are shown in the price table on this page.
Can I combine multiple island groups?
Yes. 14-day charters combine the Society Islands with the Tuamotus. The Marquesas require additional time due to distance.
How do I get to French Polynesia?
Tahiti Faa'a Airport (PPT) has connections from Los Angeles, Auckland, and Paris. Inter-island flights serve Bora Bora, Moorea, and the Tuamotus.
What is the diving like?
World-class. Rangiroa and Fakarava offer some of the best shark and drift diving on Earth. The Society Islands offer excellent reef snorkeling.
How many yachts can I charter in French Polynesia?
Navélia lists 37 crewed yachts in the Oceania cruising region, which covers French Polynesia. 25 are 24m or longer and 16 are sailing yachts. Yachts of 24m and above charter from $47,600 to $325,700 per week, typical $96,400, in USD and before APA and taxes (figures from our database, October 2026). Availability for your dates is confirmed on request.
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