Yacht Charter USA
East coast sailing vacations offer so much diversity that the hardest challenge is deciding where to start your yacht charter.
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Diverse sailing areas
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Easy travel from US
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Quaint historic towns
USA East Coast Sailing Vacations
Sailing the east coast of the USA from Rhode Island means you have a huge coastline and cruising ground to explore, known to be ideal for sailing. Our Warwick, Rhode Island base is well-located for access to explore the beautiful coastal town of Newport – famous for it’s seafood, historic mansions and its rich sailing history.
From Rhode Island, learn about New England’s maritime heritage that goes back to the 17th century with its fishing and shipbuilding industries, or relax on its beaches during your yacht charter in the USA.
You won’t be short of impressive views wherever you sail on the east coast of the USA, and we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Yacht Charter USA
Choose your favorite destination in this region
Rhode Island
Considered to be one of the world’s best sailing destinations.
Best places to see on the east coast
Rhode Island
Rhode Island sailing offers historic waterfronts and 400 miles of coast to explore. Home of the America’s Cup, this is a prime New England sailing ground that includes Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket and Cape Cod. Or you can sail the Hamptons and Long Island.
Newport
Stroll the quaint streets of Newport with numerous shops and restaurants. Then enjoy a cocktail on the lawn of the Ocean Cliff Hotel while contemplating where you will sail next. Don’t forget the Sailing Museum, home to the National Sailing Hall of Fame that honors legends of the sport.
When is the best time to visit the USA?
For Rhode Island and New York state, the summer months offer the sunniest days and warmest weather, making them an ideal time for your yacht charter in the USA.
What are the sailing conditions in the USA?
The conditions for sailing the east coast of the USA are generally calm, with pleasant weather and easy sailing in the summer months. New England experiences large tidal ranges.
New England offers plenty of opportunities for short passages where you can stop off and see the sights and explore.
USA wind systems
Calmer winds between April and October for Rhode Island.
What are the mooring fees in the USA?
You’ll find marinas in the main cruising areas, where the fees vary depending on the time of year and chosen destination.
Useful information for USA yacht charters
What is the currency in the USA?
This currency is the US Dollar.
What is the Wi-Fi connection like in the USA?
The Wi-Fi connection and internet access is good, with free Wi-Fi from our marina in Rhode Island.
What is the best way to get to the USA?
Fly into Boston’s Logan International Airport or Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) to sail from Warwick, Rhode Island.
Warwick is a short distance away from the Providence, Rhode Island airport and near main supermarkets and places of interest.
Discover East coast sailing vacations with Dream Yacht Charter
Yacht charter USA
If you have sailing experience, you can check out our catamarans and monohulls available for yacht charter. Enjoy creating your own itinerary, provisioning the boat with favorites and sailing at your own pace.
Captain only yacht charters USA
Sailing experience isn’t required to enjoy the perfect sailing vacation. Just hire a skipper to sail you and your guests while you relax and enjoy the scenery.
USA sailing itinerary
Our local base teams have compiled suggested itineraries to help you plan your yacht charter in the east coast of the USA.
A USA east coast sailing vacation will give you memories that will last a lifetime, and you’ll definitely want to return for more.
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FAQ
See all our FAQsWhat is the cancellation policy for Sail Share?
We highly recommend you arrange travel insurance in case you need to cancel for an unexpected reason to cover non-refundable deposits.
Our Sail Share cabin cancellation fees are:
- More than 90 days before original embarkation date: 25% of the charter fee
- 89 – 60 days before original embarkation date: 50% of the charter fee
- 59 – 30 days before original embarkation date: 75% of the charter fee
- Fewer than 29 days before original embarkation date: 100% of the charter fee
How flexible is the itinerary for a Sail Share charter?
Our yacht itineraries are designed by our destination experts and are set to showcase the best of the destination’s highlights. They are set and not flexible, even if you book all the cabins.
What happens if the weather changes while sailing on a Sail Share charter?
The skipper may decide to change the itinerary if there is bad weather.
Can I choose which cabin I want when I book a Sail Share?
Choose a double cabin with shared bath, or private bath for an additional fee.
Are there child or age restrictions for Sail Share?
Minimum Age: 16 years old
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Absolutely amazing! Fred + Isabelle were so accommodating and did so much for us. Isabelle’s food was incredible. Thanks so much!
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Exumas CabinExcellent. Very professional and great service!
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Antigua BareboatJust what we needed coming out of a year of lockdown, to see new places and connect with nature. Highly recommended for your next sailing adventure!
Johan
St. Martin BareboatExcellent cruise and very good stay. Skipper attentive, very pleasant and very professional.
Maxime
Guadeloupe SkipperedJust returned from another fantastic sailing week at your base in Pula and I would like to thank everyone involved for making this possible on such short notice and without any problems.
Mathias
Croatia BareboatThe marina itself is a perfect starting point with great facilities! The Lagoon 42 was in good condition and the skipper was amazing and very knowledgeable of the area.”
Jonathan
Spain SkipperedWhat an AMAZING experience. We’ve just returned from a week long skippered charter from Corfu, sailing around the beautiful islands of the Ionian. Paxos, Antipaxos and Corfu Old Town were beautiful and the secluded bays we had the pleasure of visiting thanks to our local skipper, Nicholas, were simply overwhelming. Fly and flops are no longer for us – we’ll be chartering with DYC for the foreseeable future.
David
Greece SkipperedOur group of 10 had an AMAZING time in French Polynesia from May 21-28, 2022! The food was amazing, our captain and chef, husband and wife: Henry and Mehee (sp), were incredible and the whole experience on board was a dream! We can’t wait to book another trip through DYC
Katie
Tahiti Crewed PremiumDYC provided a great sailing experience for my extended family on 2 monos out of Scrub Island. The boats were in great shape and preformed perfectly and the staff were friendly and helpful. Having worked for a number of charter companies over the years DYC is one of the best.
Charlie
British Virgin Islands BareboatI’m currently in the Maldives and having the time of my life. Captain Jack and the crew are professional, safe and FUN! The boat is immaculate and the food is delicious. He even makes CAKE! The beds are surprisingly comfortable and we are all sleeping 9 hours a night. If you like island hopping, there is no other better option than Dream Yacht Charter. We will be booking Tahiti next year.
Cynthia
Maldives CabinThe new boat was in fabulous shape. We had the greatest possible experience exploring archipelago waterways and islands. I could never imagine this might be so much fun and joy and we are already looking forward for the another upcoming trip in Ionian.
Vyautas
Scandinavia BareboatBaja is my favorite place now. There was something for everyone: sailed under northerlies with mostly calm evenings, snorkeled, fished, bummed it on the sandy beaches, enchanted by pelicans feeding, greeted by the barking sea lions and explored the Ispiritu Santo island geology. DYC La Paz base provided competent professional support with a well provisioned and maintained boat. We were nourished well by an onboard cook arranged with DYC freeing us all for more play. A vacation and an adventure connected with nature.
Taiyoko
Mexico Crewed PremiumAll staff were fantastic and made our trip very memorable. Incredibly friendly and welcoming, the food was amazing. The service throughout the trip was always first class!
Tommy
Thailand CabinAbsolutely recommended. Perfect service and set up. Will charter again and will recommend Dream Yacht Charter anytime.
Zahradnik
Turkey BareboatI just returned from 3 weeks of amazing sailing with my family on one of your catamarans in Sardinia. I would like to express my thanks to our skipper Simone and Daniela, our hostess.
Giles
Sardinia SkipperedFor a first cruise as a skipper, the Mediterranean is great. The Dream Yacht Charter service is too!
Thomas
France BareboatWe had an incredible trip and actually got engaged on the first night of our sail! We will certainly be back one day. Thank you for getting us ready for our charter. We were definitely beginners but he gave us a very thorough but very easy to follow training and it gave us a lot of confidence.
George
Australia BareboatThe on board experience was way beyond our expectations. Isabelle provided exceptional three course meals. We could not believe her creativity and delicious meals. Thomas was an excellent skipper. He was always on the lookout for our needs. Thanks guys!” Spira, New Caledonia bareboat with crew charter
Spira
New Caledonia Easy CrewedYet again another fantastic sail with another great crew. Thanks again to a great captain and cook. Was totally fantastic.
Connie
Seychelles CabinIt’s always a pleasure sailing with DYC in the UK. Great team, great boats, great sailing. Very flexible and work hard to make your trip a success. Many thanks.
Derek
Brittany BareboatUnforgettable spots to snorkel and beaches. Very experienced crew. Highly recommend.
Simone
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