The Moorings Booking Promise
Your sailing vacation should be exciting, not stressful. With The Moorings, you’ll book with total confidence. Here’s exactly what that means.
🛡️ Total Trust — 55 Years of Charter Excellence
Over 55 years on the water The Moorings was founded in 1969. More than five decades at the helm of the world’s finest charter fleet means we’ve refined every detail — before you even step aboard. Nothing is left to chance.
No hidden costs Your charter price includes everything you need for a seamless experience:
- Dinghy and outboard motor
- Linen
- Chart pack and boat briefing
- Boat cleaning and changeover
- Dock assistance
No unexpected charges at the base.
4-hour on-water service commitment If essential equipment on your yacht breaks down, a qualified technician will be with you within 4 hours of your call — guaranteed during base operating hours. Your time on the water is protected. Learn more about our service commitment.
Expert vacation planners Our specialist team handles the details that set a great charter apart from a good one — boat selection, destination planning, provisioning, crew briefings. Every vacation is planned to the standard the name demands.
Award-winning fleet across 20+ destinations Bareboat sailing yachts, skippered charters, crewed catamarans, power yachts — across more than 20 of the world’s finest sailing destinations. Explore our fleet
Tailored to you Enhance your charter with optional extras — skippered or fully crewed experiences, provisioning, water toys — all clearly priced, all arranged in advance. See charter extras.
⭐️ Highly Rated — By Over 8,000 Guests
More than 8,000 guests gave their Moorings charter a perfect 10 out of 10 rating last year.
- 🏆 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award — 2021 to 2025
- 🏆 Southern Boating Readers’ Choice Award — 2024 & 2025
- ⛵ Cruising World Boat of the Year 2025
- ⛵ Multihull of the Year 2025
- 🏆 European Power Boat of the Year 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book my vacation?
You can arrange your charter online or by phone. While online, simply choose your destination, dates, yacht and book safely right here on Moorings.com 24 hours a day. If you would prefer to request a reservation by telephone, call one of our Vacation Planning Specialists. They are standing by to assist you in planning the perfect yachting vacation.
Hours of operation: Mon – Fri 8am – 8pm EST.
What payment types are accepted?
The Moorings preferred form of payment is Debit Card or Bank Transfer. Most major credit cards are accepted.
What travel documents do I need?
All destinations require a passport for entry unless of course you are a US citizen traveling within the US. For detailed entry requirements, call your Vacation Planning Specialist, visit the “Useful information” tab on the destination page you are interested in or check with the consulate or embassy of the nation you wish to visit.
Is The Moorings a full-service travel agency?
No, but our experienced holiday planners are very familiar with everything required to get you to your destination quickly and on time. The Moorings can assist in booking select travel arrangements, such as: select hotel accommodations, and airport taxi’s.
Please note: The Moorings does not assist with flight bookings.
Can I change my charter dates after booking?
Yes. Every new Moorings booking includes a free date, boat and destination change up to 4 months before your departure, at no charge. Your deposit moves with you for up to 12 months.
What's included in my charter price?
Every Moorings charter includes dinghy and outboard, linen, chart pack and boat briefing, end-of-charter cleaning, and dock assistance. No hidden extras — what you’re quoted is what you pay.
What happens if I need to cancel?
Cancellation terms vary by how far in advance you cancel and are set out in our full booking terms. We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect against unforeseen cancellation costs.
What if The Moorings has to change or cancel my charter?
In the unlikely event we need to make a significant change, we will contact you promptly and offer alternatives — including a change of date, destination, or a refund as applicable under our booking terms.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes — we strongly recommend it. Trip Mate’s Travel Protection Plan covers US customers for trip cancellation, interruption, and more. Find out more
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