AirboatSet sail
in style.
The world's finest yachts, charters and on-water experiences — curated, verified, and effortless to book.
A higher class of charter.
Hand-picked fleet
Every vessel is reviewed and approved. From classic sloops to 100ft superyachts.
Trusted hosts
Identity verified captains and owners. Secure payments protected end-to-end.
Dedicated support
Real humans, available before and during your charter. Anywhere in the world.
Featured charters
An entirely new way to charter.
From half-day sunset escapes to multi-week Mediterranean voyages — Airboat brings the world's finest boats and most discerning travellers together in one curated platform.
How Airboat works
Find, book and step aboard — in three simple steps.
Search the UK's verified fleet
Browse hundreds of boats across the UK — yachts, motor cruisers, sailing boats and on-water experiences. Filter by location, dates, group size and budget to find the perfect vessel.
Book securely in seconds
Confirm dates, review the host profile and complete checkout via Stripe. Your card details never touch our servers. Booking confirmations land in your inbox instantly.
Meet your host and set sail
Your host meets you at the marina with a full safety briefing. Many trips include a qualified skipper; some are bareboat for licensed sailors. Enjoy the water — we'll handle the rest.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you wanted to know about booking a boat.
Do I need a boating licence to book?+
For most listings, no. Many of our hosts include a qualified skipper, so you can simply enjoy the trip. Some bareboat charters require you to hold a valid RYA Day Skipper certificate or equivalent — this is clearly shown on each listing.
What's included in the price?+
The price covers your time on the boat, the skipper (where included), insurance and fuel for standard cruising. Extras like food, drinks, longer routes or watersports equipment may be listed separately by the host.
Are all hosts verified?+
Yes. Every host is required to upload government-issued ID, valid commercial insurance and any required safety certificates before their listing goes live. Our moderation team reviews each application manually.
How does payment work?+
Guests pay securely via Stripe at the time of booking. Funds are held by our payment partner and released to the host shortly after your trip, less Airboat's commission. You never need to hand over cash or pay the host directly.
What if the weather is bad?+
Safety always comes first. If your host decides the conditions are unsafe, the trip will be cancelled and you'll receive a full refund or the option to rebook for a different date.
Can I list my own boat?+
Absolutely — Airboat is built for boat owners. List your boat, set your own rates, manage your availability calendar and receive automatic payouts via Stripe. Hosts keep 90% of every booking.
Where are Airboat's listings?+
We're a UK-focused marketplace covering the South Coast, Cornwall, Scotland, the Norfolk Broads, the Thames and beyond. New locations are added as new hosts join the platform.
How do I cancel a booking?+
Cancellation policies are set by each host and shown clearly before checkout. To cancel, head to your Trips page and follow the cancellation link. Refunds are issued to the original payment method according to the listing's policy.