Catamaran Charter Seychelles

Charter a Catamaran in Seychelles

A catamaran suits the Seychelles better than almost any other type of vessel, and the reason is the water itself. The inner granitic islands sit close together with shallow, protected anchorages, and a twin-hull boat sits flat on that water instead of heeling the way a monohull does. Families with children, mixed groups, and anyone prone to seasickness feel the difference within the first hour. The deck stays level at anchor, the cabins spread across two hulls rather than stacking below a single waterline, and the shallow draft lets the boat tuck into coves that deeper yachts pass by.

Space and Stability for Groups

A charter catamaran gives each couple or family its own cabin with an ensuite, a wide trampoline at the bow for sunbathing, and a shaded cockpit that seats everyone for dinner. A group fits without anyone feeling on top of each other. On a monohull of similar length, the same group would share far tighter quarters. This is why catamarans dominate family and multi-couple charters across the archipelago.

Shallow Draft, Better Anchorages

Catamarans draw noticeably less water than a comparable monohull — often around half a meter less. That sounds minor until it decides whether you anchor fifty meters off a beach or three hundred. Around the marine parks and the shallow lagoons of the inner islands, that shallow draft turns into swimming distance from the sand and snorkeling straight off the steps.

Our Catamarans

CharterClick runs sailing catamarans based year-round at Eden Island Marina on Mahé. Every catamaran in the fleet is chosen to balance liveaboard comfort with genuine sailing ability — boats built for the mix of families and couples who charter in Seychelles, with the space to live aboard for a week and the handling to sail the inner islands properly. You can browse our fleet to compare vessels and capacity.

Built for Comfort at Anchor

A charter catamaran puts living space where guests actually spend the day — a wide cockpit open to the saloon, a flybridge above, and deck room at the bow. Ensuite cabins across the two hulls give couples and families their own space, and the galley supports full catering on longer trips. The exact layout and capacity depend on the boat; the team confirms which vessel fits your group size when you send dates.

Built to Sail

These are sailing multihulls, not motor boats with a mast. In the steady trade-wind months a catamaran sails the passages between islands under canvas, quietly and with the deck near level, and switches to engines when the wind drops or the schedule is tight. A skippered charter lets you experience the boat under sail without handling the rig yourself.

Catamaran Charter Formats

The same catamaran can be chartered three ways, and the choice shapes both the cost and how hands-on the trip feels. Most first-time guests in Seychelles choose skippered or crewed; bareboat stays available for those who can document the experience.

Bareboat Catamaran Charter

You run the boat yourself. A bareboat charter requires a recognized sailing license — RYA Day Skipper, ICC, or equivalent — plus verifiable recent experience on a multihull, both checked before the boat leaves the marina. It gives full control over route and pace, and suits experienced sailors who want the archipelago on their own terms. The inner islands are forgiving cruising ground for a competent skipper: short hops, protected water, clear landmarks.

Skippered Catamaran Charter

A professional captain handles navigation, anchoring, and the daily read on weather and marine-park boundaries, while you set the broad direction. This is the most common format for guests without a license, and the local knowledge pays off — a skipper who knows which anchorage stays calm in a southeast wind saves you a rough night. You get the autonomy of a private boat without needing the paperwork.

Fully Crewed Catamaran Charter

A captain plus a hostess or chef takes the whole operation off your hands, from route to meals to cleaning. A catamaran gives the crew room to work without crowding guests, which is why crewed catamaran charters are the standard choice for honeymoons and celebration trips. You wake up, the coffee is on, and the day runs itself.

Where a Catamaran Takes You

Most catamaran charters depart Eden Island Marina and work the inner islands, where the distances are short and the anchorages protected. A shallow-draft multihull opens up spots that reward getting close to shore. Day-by-day options are set out in our sailing routes.

Mahé, Praslin and La Digue

The classic inner-island route runs from Mahé northeast to Praslin and La Digue, home to Anse Lazio, the UNESCO-listed Vallée de Mai, and the granite-framed beaches of Anse Source d'Argent. A catamaran anchors close enough to swim ashore at most of these, and the flat deck makes the passages between them easy on everyone aboard. Trips built entirely around this island run under our Praslin charter service.

Curieuse, Cousin and the Marine Parks

The shallow lagoons around Curieuse and Cousin are catamaran country — protected water, easy snorkeling, and giant tortoises ashore on Curieuse. A twin-hull anchors in water too shallow for deeper yachts, putting the reef within a short swim of the steps.

Catamaran Charter Pricing

Catamaran day charters start from €1500 for a full day, covering the whole boat for your group rather than a per-seat ticket. The rate includes a captain and deckhand, soft drinks and water, snorkeling gear, and lunch for a small group. Multi-day charters are quoted by route, season, and format. Marine park fees, fuel beyond the standard allowance, and crew gratuities are quoted separately so the final figure is clear before booking. For current availability, see the price list; the team issues a written quote in EUR, USD, or AED.

What's Included in a Catamaran Charter

Every catamaran charter is whole-boat and private: the rate covers the vessel for your group, not a seat on a shared trip. What sits inside that rate and what is quoted separately is set out below, so the final figure is clear before you book.

Included in the Charter Rate

A professional captain and deckhand run the boat, with soft drinks and water on board, snorkeling gear for the group, and lunch prepared for the day. Fuel for the planned route falls within the standard allowance, as do towels, linens, and the safety equipment carried on every vessel. Marine park permits for the anchorages on your route are arranged by the team before departure.

Quoted Separately

Marine park entrance fees, fuel beyond the standard allowance on longer routes, provisioning for multi-day trips, and crew gratuities sit outside the base rate. Additional guests beyond the included lunch count are charged per head. The team confirms which of these apply to your dates before payment, rather than after.

Arranged on Request

Private transfers between your hotel or the airport and the marina, catering upgrades from a simple lunch service to a chef on board, tailored menus for dietary preferences or a celebration, and extra water toys beyond the standard inventory. Flag anything specific at the quote stage and the team confirms what can be delivered on the vessel available for your dates.

Best Time for a Catamaran Charter

Seychelles sails year-round, and the catamaran's stability widens the good-weather window rather than narrowing it. April–May and September–October bring the calmest water and best underwater visibility, ideal for snorkeling-focused trips. June–September has steady southeast trade winds that suit sailing catamarans well — the extra breeze is where a multihull shines under sail. December–March is warmer and busier with the holidays. Whatever the month, the flat deck handles chop better than a monohull, so a catamaran keeps more days comfortable across the year. Month-by-month conditions are in our climate guide.

Booking a Catamaran in Seychelles

Booking runs in three steps and is usually settled within a day. Catamarans are the most requested format in the archipelago, so dates for the December–March holidays and the July–August school break are worth securing two to three months ahead.

Send Your Dates and Group Size

Submit dates, the number of guests, and whether you want bareboat, skippered, or crewed through the form, WhatsApp, or Telegram. Group size determines which vessel fits, so the team confirms availability against your dates rather than against a general listing. Bareboat requests also need a copy of your sailing license at this stage.

Receive a Written Quote

The team replies with availability and a written quote in EUR, USD, or AED, itemising what falls inside the rate and what is charged separately. Route suggestions come with it, built around the season and the anchorages that stay comfortable on your dates.

Confirm and Sail

Once you approve the quote, the booking is secured through the online payment gateway. A confirmation email follows with marina arrival instructions, the captain's contact details, and a packing list. Bareboat charters also require a security deposit, stated in the quote before payment. Last-minute bookings are possible when a catamaran is free — WhatsApp or Telegram is the fastest way to check.