Charter Boat Management
Have You Ever Thought About Owning a Charter Boat?
Owning a charter boat in Sydney is more than just a dream — it’s a lifestyle investment that combines personal enjoyment with genuine earning potential. With Sydney Harbour as your backdrop — one of the most famous and beautiful waterways in the world — you can indulge in the luxury of yachting while offsetting ownership costs through commercial hire.
Picture yourself stepping aboard your own impeccably maintained yacht for a weekend sail, sunset cruise, or special celebration with family and friends — knowing that, when you’re not using it, your boat is out earning for you. Professionally managed, a charter vessel can help cover running costs, marina fees, insurance, and even finance repayments, making ownership of a premium yacht far more attainable than many realise.
Sydney’s charter market is strong all year round, with peak demand in summer, on weekends, during holidays, and at major events such as New Year’s Eve and Australia Day. This gives you the flexibility to enjoy your yacht in quieter periods while benefiting from a steady flow of bookings in high season.
With the right management and marketing, owning a charter boat is a smart, sustainable way to enjoy the boating lifestyle without bearing the full financial load. Whether you’re a keen sailor or simply love being on the water, it gives you the best of both worlds — time aboard your own yacht, and a valuable asset working for you.
How Does It Work?
It’s easier than you think.
When you purchase a yacht to place in charter, Sailcorp takes care of everything — from bookings and marketing to maintenance and compliance — so you can enjoy ownership without the day-to-day stress.
– Here’s the process –
You Buy the Boat
Choose the yacht that suits your lifestyle and investment goals, whether it’s a sleek performance monohull or a spacious, guest-friendly catamaran.
We Manage Everything
Once your vessel joins our fleet, we handle every aspect of its operation as a commercial charter boat: bookings, guest liaison, cleaning, maintenance, crew, and all compliance and safety requirements.
You Enjoy Your Yacht
You retain personal access. Block out time for your own cruising holidays, weekends away, or family adventures. It’s your yacht — we simply run it like a business when you’re not using it.
You Earn an Income
While your yacht is on charter, you earn a share of the revenue. This income helps offset (and can often fully cover) costs such as marina fees, insurance, servicing, and finance.
With Sailcorp’s professional management and Sydney’s strong demand for both skippered and bareboat charters, your yacht becomes more than a luxury — it becomes an income-generating asset that still delivers the freedom and enjoyment of ownership.
How Does Your Boat Make Money?
At Sailcorp, your yacht doesn’t sit idle — it works. We maximise its earning potential through a variety of high-demand charter activities that run year-round on Sydney Harbour.
– Here’s how your boat generates revenue –
Sailing School
Select yachts are used in our RYA-accredited sailing school, training students in seamanship, navigation, and offshore skills. Sessions run mid-week and weekends, ensuring steady utilisation.
Skippered Charters
The most popular option. Locals, tourists, and private groups charter your yacht with a professional skipper for birthdays, proposals, lunch cruises, or sunset sails — all professionally managed for a seamless guest experience.
Corporate Sailing Days
Sydney businesses book yachts for client entertainment, team-building regattas, and executive events. These high-yield bookings often fill mid-week slots that might otherwise go unused.
Bareboat Charters
For suitable yachts and experienced hirers, we offer bareboat hire without a skipper. This reduces operating overheads while maintaining strong margins.
New Year’s Eve & Special Events
Peak revenue opportunities. New Year’s Eve on Sydney Harbour can generate a month’s income in one night. We also secure premium bookings for Australia Day, Boxing Day, Vivid Sydney, and other major events.
Enquire about the Sailcorp Charter Boat Management Program
We can action work on a one-off or regular basis.
All you need to do it call us and we’ll tailor a plan to fit your needs.