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Hong Kong Boat Rental Prices | Private Charter

There are two main ways to go by boat in Hong Kong:

Shared Boat (per person) | Private Charter (per boat)
Depends on group size, timing, and destination.

In most cases, once you know your group size, you can quickly determine the best option.

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Which Boat Option Suits You?

Small Group (1–5 people)

Lower Budget / Flexible Timing

Suitable for Shared Boat

Larger Group (6+ people)

Flexible Timing / Flexible Itinerary

Suitable for Private Charter

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HONG KONG BOAT CHARTER PRICE GUIDE

Hong Kong Private Charter Price Reference

Below are the reference prices for private charter:
Shared Boat For shared boat pricing, please check therespective island pages.

Suitable for 4–6 people

6 Pax Speedboat

  • Most flexible arrangement
  • Group outing/ Family/ Pets allowed
HK$2,000–2,500

Suitable for 7-19 people

10 Pax Speedboat

  • Two 10-person boats can be arranged.
  • Friends gathering/ Outing/ Event transport
HK$4,000–6,200

Suitable for 20-30 people

26 Pax Large Boat

  • Usually equipped with 10-person speedboat for landing.
  • Schools/ Groups/ Corporate events
HK$8,000–11,000

Suitable for 30-46 people

46 Pax Charter Boat

  • Boat river experience can be arranged.
  • Large group private charter/ Brand events
HK$9,000–14,800

Note: The above numbers include 2-4 staff positions reserved. Costs depend on location, boat type, and arrangements.

Shared boat (per person charge) is generally about HK$280–380, depending on location, boat type, and arrangements.

Why is private charter pricing higher than the total of shared boats?

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SHARED BOAT VS PRIVATE CHARTER

Differences between Shared Boat and Private Charter

Fewer people can opt for shared boats,
More people or those seeking stable departures are advised to opt for private charters.

Shared Boat

Fewer people → Shared Boats, lower costs

Approximately HK$280–380 Per person
  • Charged per person, lower costs
  • Suitable for small groups of 1–5 people
  • Must wait for a group to assemble before departing
  • Departure times are more fixed

Private Charter

Larger groups → Private Charter, more stable/flexible

HK$2,000–14,000 Per boat
  • Charged by the whole boat
  • Suitable for 6 people or more
  • Departure times can be arranged freely
  • No need to wait for others, arrangements are more stable

Costs depend on location, boat type, and arrangements.
Generally, for 6 or more individuals or with time requirements, it is recommended to choose private charter.

POPULAR BOAT RENTAL DESTINATIONS IN HONG KONG

Popular Boat Rental Locations in Hong Kong

Below are common boat rental routes in Hong Kong,
Choose suitable boat types and arrangements based on destination

Note: Some routes in the Southern District (Aberdeen) can assist in connecting with local boat resources, and arrangements are generally handled directly by operators.

Arrangements for other locations

SKR currently focuses on boat rentals in the Northeast Islands, Some routes in Sai Kung and the Southern District can assist with inquiries or referrals, but fixed prices or schedules are not established.

How to choose a boat rental company in Hong Kong?

SKR Team

以下為 SKR 團隊過往安排經驗整理， 重點在於提供清晰、可執行的出船方案，而不是單純比較價格。

— Ah Chill｜SKR

Clear, stable, easily verifiable,
rather than complex comparisons
When choosing a rental company, it is advisable to pay attention to:

Clear Pricing (No Hidden Fees)

Avoid hidden charges and repeated communications
(Avoid hidden charges)

Familiar with Local Routes

Familiar with Northeast Islands and departure arrangements
(e.g. Tung Ping Chau, Port island, etc.)

Tailored to Your Group Size

Not just quoting, but assisting in selecting suitable arrangements

Simple & Clear Process

Convenient and quick confirmation to reduce uncertainty
Is there a clear process and communication?

WHAT FACTORS AFFECT PRICING AND ITINERARY?

Pricing/ What factors affect the itinerary?

Boat rental prices are generally affected by the following factors:

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Destination

Different islands vary in distance, directly affecting travel time and fuel costs. For example, Northeast Islands (Tung Ping Chau, Kat O) generally have longer travel times, and prices tend to be higher.

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Weather/ sea conditions

Weather and sea conditions will affect departure arrangements and itinerary stability.
If wind and waves are significant, some routes may need adjustments,
which may also affect stopover times.

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Involvement of multiple pick-up points

If multiple drop-off points or round-trips are needed,
it will increase time and fuel costs.
The simpler the arrangements, the easier it is to control overall costs.

Therefore, each group's actual arrangements and costs may vary; it is recommended to choose appropriately based on the number of people and destination.

Common Boat Rental Usage

Different purposes will affect itinerary arrangements and boat selection

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Corporate events/ Team Building
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NGO/ Environmental Projects
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Filming/ Production
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Picnics/ Snorkeling/ Outdoor Activities

Fishing activities/Charter fishing arrangements

SKR currently focuses primarily on private charters, shared boats, and island transport arrangements.

If fishing or charter fishing needs arise, please inquire, and we will provide referrals or assistance as needed.

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