Officially kicking off on Saturday 2 March, Formula 1 race season is upon us and already the Grand Prix 2024 season is set to be sensational, being the biggest season in history with 24 circuits over 21 countries. Bahrain pre-season testing has already begun with Max Verstappen, Valtteri Bottas, Charles Leclerc and Fernando Alonso revealing their potential for the season ahead.
While every F1 Grand Prix promises excitement, the best way to experience Formula 1 front and centre is by luxury yacht. Wondering how much it costs to watch the Monaco Grand Prix on a yacht? How to find the best Grand Prix party yachts? BOAT has compiled the definitive guide on the Grand Prix by superyacht, identifying the largest and most impressive superyachts available for charter with exclusive trackside views and berths for upcoming races...
Wayfinder
Stats: Astilleros Armon, 68.2m, 2021, 12 guests, large open deck, fold-out beach club
Race availability: Japanese Grand Prix & Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: With a primary use as a catamaran support Wayfinder carries an armada of water toys. The 68-metre yacht also boasts a hugely impressive deck for events and entertaining – a perfect fit for the Japanese Formula 1. It's set apart by a large platform which, when not being used for events, transforms into a pickleball court.
Wayfinder is available to charter with Edmiston with a weekly summer rate from €375,000
Come Together
Stats: Amels, 60m, 2022, 12 guests, DJ decks, 27m sun deck
Race availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: The first of the new generation of Amels 60 limited editions superyachts, Come Together’s vast sun deck and sleek interiors are key selling points for entertaining during the Grand Prix. This is combined with outstanding service and a crew who go above and beyond to ensure charterers have a memorable experience on board. Generous al fresco deck areas make the 60-metre yacht a top choice for post-race parties and entertaining.
Come Together is available to charter with Y.CO with a weekly rate from €450,000
Project X
Stats: Golden Yachts, 2022, 88m, 18 guests, DJ decks, glass-edged swimming pool
Race availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: With her striking triple X design down the waist of the superstructure, the 88-metre superyacht, is certainly a head-turner – it’s not surprising that she finds herself on the list of the most expensive superyachts for charter. Her striking exterior conceals a staggering three-deck atrium, with internal balconies and a circular glass elevator that connects the decks. Project X boasts bright and contemporary spaces throughout with artful lighting by Italy’s Studio Massari. There’s even a library on the main deck and a professional DJ set up, which bridges over the main deck pool.
Project X is available to charter with Camper and Nicholsons with a weekly summer rate from €1,200,000
Zenji
Stats: Perini Navi, 56m, 2004 (2022), 12 guests, water toys, race pedigree
Race availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: Zenji falls into the category of a newer breed Perini Navi and was the second hull delivered from the shipyard’s 56-metre series. But really she is a racer herself having actively raced across the superyacht circuit and is a regular participant at the St Barths Bucket and the Perini Navi Cup. The yacht's interiors were refreshed last year during her yard period and now have a lighter feel with bold blues and white palates. The classical feel of the yacht remains with interesting details such as the bar in the main saloon, an original piece from Hotel de Paris in the 1940s.
Zenji is available to charter with Cecil Wright with a weekly summer rate from €250,000
Seven Sins
Stats: Stats: 52m, Sanlorenzo, 2017, 10 guests, glass bottom pool
Race availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: Seven Sins is a top choice for those who want to spend as much time out on deck lounging or watching the Grand Prix with sprawling outdoor spaces and expansive glass windows to brighten up her interiors. A key feature is the glass bottom swimming pool with a counterflow current, Jacuzzi function and speciality lighting for night-time dips. Underneath the shimmering light of the swimming pool, the vast beach club offers a drive-in tender bay as well as fold-out balconies plus a gym and sauna. Her toybox is well stocked too, offering dive and snorkelling gear, an inflatable slide, Jet Skis, kayaks and more.
Seven Sins is available to charter with YPI with a weekly summer rate from €300,000
Force Blue
Stats: 70.6m, Royal Denship, 2002 (2022), 12 guests, 300 guests quayside, huge spa
Race availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: Following a 2022 refit, Force Blue is considered something of a masterpiece on the charter market and a true entertainer. Capable of hosting up to 60 seated guests and over 300 guests quayside, this 70.6-metre is perfect for the Grand Prix. The bridge deck on the Royal Denship is complete with a cocktail bar, professional DJ station and disco lighting – a setup designed for partying the night away.
Her recent refit has presented her in pristine condition and a great choice for charter guests looking for wellness on the water following Grand Prix action. She has one of the largest spa complexes of any yacht afloat, and her recently rebuilt and extended stern has left her with a mammoth swim platform and sunbathing area that offers easy access to the sea.
Force Blue is available to charter with Fraser with a weekly summer rate from €360,000
Laurel
Stats: Delta Marine, 73.1m, 2006 (2014), talented chef, impressive toy box
Race Availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: Instantly recognisable thanks to her blue hull and timeless profile, Laurel's colourful interiors are filled with artwork and offer a hot tub, indoor and outdoor dining, a gym and a master suite with private balconies. A top choice for an action-packed charter as her toybox is bursting at the seams with the likes of a golf tee, fishing gear, a climbing wall, mountain bikes, giant "hamster-wheel" style floating balls and much more. She also has ample deck space, perfect for entertaining after the Grand Prix.
Laurel is available for charter with IYC with a weekly charter rate from $525,000.
Sunrays
Stats: 85.5 metres, Oceanco, 2010, 12 guests, dining for 22, gyroscopic pool table
Race availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: She’s up there with some of the most expensive superyachts to charter in the world; It’s hardly surprising with her lavish spa, home cinema, gyroscopic pool table and a vast bridge deck designed for parties and entertaining. When it comes to race week, Sunrays has got everything you need on board, and her distinctive colour and unique sweeping profile mean that she’s a serious head-turner.
Her outstanding owner's deck features a full-beam lounge, dining for up to 22 guests and a master suite with an adjoining VIP cabin. Here, the master suite boasts its own private terrace with Jacuzzi. A beach suite also lies on the lower deck and offers stunning views from its own sea terrace.
Sunrays is available to charter with Edmiston with a weekly summer rate from €1,150,000.
E-motion
Stats: Sunseeker, 40m, 2016, 10 guests, Jacuzzi, water toys
Race Availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: With bright open spaces and lots of deck space, E-Motion's layout is designed for entertaining, perfect for the Grand Prix. Accommodation on boards is for 12 guests and eight crew, including two VIP cabins and two convertible twin guest cabins, all of which are en-suite. Entertaining spaces on board include the upper-deck skylounge, sun deck Jacuzzi and foredeck seating area, while the extended bathing platform allows water toys and tenders to be launched easily.
E-motion is available to charter with Ocean Independence with a weekly summer rate from €180,000.
Miss Stephanie
Stats: 42.1m, Richmond Yachts, 2004 (2018) 10 guests, hot tub, outdoor bar
Race Availability: Miami Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: The 42.1-metre charter yacht Miss Stephanie is a “retreat” on the water. Not only is she a true state-side entertainer, but a yacht that also focuses on health and wellbeing. Perfect for some post-race relaxation, Miss Stephanie incorporates fitness and physical therapy with nutritional health and relaxation. Guests will have a fleet of toys at their disposal for practising water sports like waterskiing and wakeboarding, or for less-octane activities, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing and snorkelling. After an active race day, unwind in the hot tub.
Miss Stephanie is available to charter with Worth Avenue with a weekly rate from $135,000
Soundwave
Stats: Benetti, 63m, 2015, 12 guests, monochrome interiors, statement bars,
Race availability: Monaco Grand Prix 2024
Highlights: A sleek-looking entertainer, Soundwave is awash with deck space and elegant features designed for gatherings. On board you’ll find a backlit 14-seat dining table and Italian stone bar on the upper deck aft. A mosaic-tiled Jacuzzi, Italian stone bar and indoor-outdoor terrace with intimate seating are positioned on the sun deck. An additional private deck area forward of the master cabin offers another Jacuzzi and secluded sunbathing area.
Soundwave is available to charter with Y.CO with a weekly summer rate from €650,000
Bahrain
Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir
Race Day – Saturday 2 March
Saudi Arabia
Jeddah Corniche Circuit
Race Day – Saterday 9 March
Australia
Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne
Race Day – Sunday 24 March
Japan
Suzuka International Racing Course
Race Day – Sunday 7 April
Miami
Miami International Autodrome in Florida
Race Day – Sunday 5 May
Monaco
Circuit de Monaco
Race Day – Sunday 26 May
Singapore
Marina Bay Street Circuit
Race Day – Sunday 22 September
Abu Dhabi
Yas Marina Circuit
Race Day – Sunday 8 December