Yacht Charter

Advice on renting sailing yachts and motorboats in Masuria.

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A sailing trip as a gift: how to give a charter in Masuria and how much to load on the card

A charter gift card is an amount, not a booking: the recipient picks the yacht and the dates. Here is how much to load for a specific scenario and what the card will not cover.

12 October 20267 min read

What Isn't Included in the Charter Price? Cleaning, Deposit, Bed Linen, Parking and Dogs in Numbers

The price you see in search covers the charter itself, and a few more items get added on site. We collected the extra fees from yacht owners' listings on NaCzarter (2026 season): how much they are, how often they apply and when you pay them.

21 September 20268 min read

A yacht for 8 or 10 people in Masuria: how many berths, how many cabins and what it costs per head

"A yacht for 10 people" hides three different numbers: people, berths and lockable cabins. We break them down using listings on NaCzarter (2026 season) and work out the cost per head per night on a sailboat, a houseboat and a motor yacht.

10 September 20268 min read

Futura 40 Horizon in Masuria: what a week costs and who this houseboat suits

Seven owners list the Futura 40 Horizon on NaCzarter, 13 boats in total. We worked out the median weekly prices for the 2026 season and checked what is on board, who will be comfortable on it and what its downsides are.

3 September 20268 min read

Tydzień na Mazurach kosztuje tyle co tydzień w Chorwacji. I słusznie

Sam czarter żaglówki 10 m potrafi być końcem września w Chorwacji tańszy niż na Mazurach. Ale pełny tydzień dla 6 osób to 7 112 zł kontra 14 721 zł. Policzyliśmy wszystko: porty, dopłaty, dojazd i patenty, z każdym źródłem podanym w tekście.

19 August 202621 min read

Nautiner 40 or Sun Camper 35 Flybridge? Cabins, deck and crew needs

Nautiner 40 offers a different cabin layout; Sun Camper 35 Flybridge has an upper helm. What those differences mean for families and six adults.

12 August 20263 min read

Yacht charter by the day or by the week. Who gets the better deal in Masuria

Masuria used to run on Saturday-to-Saturday charters only; these days you can more often take a yacht for two or three days. See who a short charter suits, when a full week wins, and how far you can realistically get over a weekend.

8 August 20266 min read

Antila 33 vs Maxus 33.1 RS: which one to take to Masuria

Antila 33 or Maxus 33.1 RS? Both sleep ten, both have three cabins, both need a licence. They differ in centreboard versus lifting keel, in length, and in whether you want space below deck or sailing performance. A practical comparison from Gizycko, without the forum myths.

3 August 20266 min read

Stillo 30 or Stillo 31? Choosing a houseboat for your crew

Three cabins do not always mean separate sleeping space for everyone. Compare the berths, equipment and propulsion of Stillo 30 and Stillo 31 before choosing dates.

30 July 20263 min read

When to book a charter in Masuria to get the choice and a good price

For July and the first half of August, the best yachts disappear in winter, because regulars lock in their dates well in advance. Here's when to book depending on your cruise dates and what you gain outside the peak.

22 July 20265 min read

Antila 33.3 in Masuria: a charter guide from the owner's perspective

The Antila 33.3 is the newest generation of the most popular yacht family in Masuria and the workhorse of Masurian chartering. NaCzarter lists boats built 2021-2025, based in Giżycko. Find out who this boat is for, how it handles and what chartering looks like in practice.

22 July 20265 min read

August in Masuria: peak season or a good time to charter?

August in Masuria is two different months in one. Until August 15 it's peak season: the warmest water, packed harbours and the highest prices. After August 15 it gets quieter and cheaper, while the lake stays warm. Here's which half to aim for and how to handle harbours at peak season.

21 July 20265 min read

Delphia 33 MC: a spacious sailing yacht for Masuria

10 berths, 3 enclosed cabins, approx. 2 m of headroom and a draft from 0.5 m. We look at who the Delphia 33 MC is for and why only a handful of them sail in Masurian charter.

21 July 20265 min read

Toilet and water on a charter yacht: how it actually works on the Masurian Lakes

A chemical toilet or a marine bowl with a holding tank, tap water that isn't drinkable, a shower in the marina, and one iron rule: nothing ends up in the lake. Water and the WC on a charter boat, explained simply for beginners.

16 July 20265 min read

Maxus in Masuria: a charter guide to Northman's family yachts

The Maxus 28, 33 and 33.1 RS are spacious family sailboats from the Northman shipyard near Węgorzewo — yachts built in Masuria and sailing in Masuria. We explain which model to choose, how many people to realistically take on board, and how the Maxus differs from the sporty Twister.

14 July 20265 min read

Twister 26 in Masuria — berths, equipment and choosing for your crew

A Twister 26 for a crew that wants to sail. Check sleeping places, the specific boat’s equipment and required qualifications.

13 July 20262 min read

Houseboats without a licence in Masuria — rules and practical checks

A houseboat is not automatically licence-free. Check the combined boat limits, rental training requirements and the terms of the specific offer.

7 July 20262 min read

Antila 33 — Guide to the Queen of Masurian Charters

The Antila 33 is one of the most frequently chartered yachts in Masuria: 10.79 m long, three enclosed cabins, full standing headroom in the saloon and a centreboard that lets her slip into the shallowest bays. Check the technical specs, the model's history and the differences between the 33 and 33.3 versions.

7 July 20265 min read

Motor Yacht in Masuria With No Experience — You Can Do It

After 25 years on the Masurian lakes we've watched hundreds of first-timers take the helm of a houseboat and cruise around with a smile within two hours. Here's why chartering a motor yacht with no experience really is within your reach.

6 July 20264 min read

Sportina — the Iconic Masurian Sailboat (and Where Delphia Came From)

For generations of Masurian sailors, the Sportina was the first boat — budget, nimble and built to teach real sailing. Discover its history and specs, and how the little Olecko shipyard grew into the global Delphia Yachts.

4 July 20264 min read

Yacht Charter Deposits in Masuria — How Much, When You Get It Back, and How to Avoid Deductions

A deposit is a refundable security you pay on-site when you collect the boat — it is not added to your online payment. We explain the real ranges in Masuria, the ways to pay, and how to get the full amount back with no deductions.

30 June 202610 min read

Sailing Yacht or Motorboat in Masuria? How to Choose Your Charter Boat

Sail or motor for your Masurian charter? The law often decides for you: most charter sailing yachts need a licence, while houseboats within the 75 kW / 15 km/h limits don't. Here's how the rules, running costs and your crew tip the scales.

18 June 20267 min read

Skippered Yacht Charter in Masuria — Who It's For, How It Works, What It Costs

Dreaming of sailing Masuria but you have no licence — or simply want to relax? Find out who a skippered charter suits, what the skipper does, how it works and what it really costs.

22 April 20264 min read

Sailing yachts in Masuria — which to choose?

Comparison of the most popular sailing yachts for charter in Masuria: Antila, Twister, Maxus, Nautiner.

16 April 20261 min read

Houseboats in Masuria — complete guide

Everything about houseboats on Masurian Lakes: types, prices, license requirements, best routes.

15 April 20261 min read

How much does a yacht charter in Masuria cost? Budget for the whole trip

A daily rate is not a budget for the whole trip. Check the charter price, local charges and the money you need for a refundable deposit.

12 April 20262 min read