Birthdays
Your people, your décor, your celebration — cake and balloons arranged on request.
Plan a birthday
Exclusive Designer Charter
Private Yacht Charter in Durban — The Versace Yacht
Durban's most head-turning charter — a striking black-and-gold catamaran built for parties, photoshoots, sundowners and VIP celebrations on the Indian Ocean. Step aboard a floating statement of luxury.
Up to 67 guests
Party & mood lighting
Up to 8 daily departures
Departs Wilson's Wharf, Durban
Cruise Times
Book your Versace cruise
Every cruise is exactly one hour, with a 30-minute turnaround between sailings — Monday to Friday at 08:00, 09:30, 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 and the 16:30 Sunset Cruise; Saturday and Sunday at 08:00, 09:30, 11:00, 12:30, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00 and 18:30. Shared cruise seats are R225 per adult · R150 per child · R180 per pensioner, a flat price per session. Pay by ABSA EFT using your booking reference — or, for shared cruises where the booking page offers it, in store at Wilson's Wharf — and your QR tickets are released once your payment is verified or paid at the counter. Prefer exclusivity? Reserve the whole yacht as a private event of 1 to 4 hours, at R12 000 an hour. You can book a Durban yacht cruise online, or view Durban boat ride times first.
Morning Cruises
R225 per adult · R150 child · R180 pensioner · 1 hour
- Calm-water sightseeing hour
- Spacious open sun decks
- Family-friendly morning sailing
- Skipper, crew & safety equipment
Midday Cruises
R225 per adult · R150 child · R180 pensioner · 1 hour
- One full hour on the Indian Ocean
- Spacious sun decks & lounge
- Party lighting across the decks
- Signature black & gold styling
Sunset & Evening Cruises
R225 per adult · R150 child · R180 pensioner · 1 hour
- Golden-hour skyline views
- Perfect for celebrations
- Mood lighting after dark
- Weekend final 18:30 cruise returns at 19:30
Private event
The whole yacht, exclusively yours
R12 000 an hour for the whole yacht — never per person — for up to 67 guests. Choose 1, 2, 3 or 4 hours; the yacht must be completely free for the whole of your event.
Every cruise is exactly 1 hour with a 30-minute turnaround — departures Monday to Friday 08:00 · 09:30 · 11:00 · 12:30 · 14:00 · 16:30 Sunset Cruise, Saturday and Sunday 08:00 · 09:30 · 11:00 · 12:30 · 14:00 · 15:30 · 17:00 · 18:30. Want the yacht to yourself? Book a private event of 1 to 4 hours — the booking page shows which start times fit each length. Talk to our team →
Also from Wilson's Wharf: sunset cruises · boat rides and cruise times · school trips and outings
On Board
Designed to impress
Iconic Black & Gold Livery
An unmistakable head-turning catamaran wrapped in show-stopping black-and-gold styling.
Party & Mood Lighting
Ambient deck lighting sets the scene as the sun goes down — made for golden hour and after-dark cruises.
Spacious Sun Decks
Wide open decks and shaded lounge seating for sunbathing, dancing and photos.
Front-Row Ocean Views
Wraparound rails and open bows put the Indian Ocean and the Durban skyline centre-stage.
Skipper & Crew
An experienced, professional crew handles everything so you simply enjoy the ride.
Red-Carpet Welcome
Arrive in style with a signature red-carpet boarding and VIP treatment throughout.
The Vessel
Built for the spotlight
0Guests per cruise
0Departures a day at weekends · 6 on weekdays
0+Skipper & crew on board
Black & GoldSignature designer livery
Made for occasions
What will you celebrate?
Book seats on a shared cruise, or reserve the whole yacht as a private event of 1 to 4 hours — occasions, add-ons and special requests included.
Proposals
A private golden-hour moment against the Durban skyline — flowers and photography optional.
Plan a proposalPhotoshoots
The black-and-gold decks are a ready-made set for shoots, music videos and brand content.
Book a shootCorporate events
Launches, client entertainment and year-end functions your team will actually talk about.
Plan an eventVIP parties
Exclusive whole-yacht hire with red-carpet boarding and VIP treatment from dock to dock.
Go VIPPrivate events reserve the whole yacht
1 to 4 hours · R12 000 an hour for the whole yacht · the yacht completely free for your event.
Check event slots
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Ideas for your celebration
From golden-hour sundowners to after-dark celebrations — ideas for your own cruise or private event.
Good to know
Versace charter FAQ
The Versace catamaran comfortably hosts up to 67 guests for private charters and parties.
Every sailing includes a skipper and crew, safety equipment and a red-carpet welcome. A shared cruise books you seats alongside other guests; a private event reserves the whole yacht, where catering, décor and entertainment can be added on request.
Absolutely — you're welcome to bring your own caterer and décor, or we can arrange everything for you, from styling to live food stations.
All charters depart from Wilson's Wharf, Victoria Embankment (Margaret Mncadi Ave) at the Durban Point Waterfront.
Yes — the black-and-gold styling makes it a favourite for photoshoots, music videos, brand launches, birthdays and corporate events.
Make it a Versace night
Book cruise seats in under two minutes, or reserve the whole yacht as a private event of 1 to 4 hours. Our team tailors every detail — just bring the guest list.
R225 per adult · R150 per child · R180 per pensioner per 1-hour cruise — private events R12 000 an hour for the whole yacht.