Dayboating Boats For Sale

There's a saying: "the smaller the boat the bigger the smile". Dayboating is all about pure enjoyment—cruising the waters and returning to base by day's end, free from the complexities that larger yachts bring, like cabins, maintenance, and size. It's a straightforward and joyful form of boating.

Dayboats can exceed 10 meters in length, offering some protection from the elements, whether sun, wind, or rain. Their hulls are designed to handle local sea conditions comfortably.

Many dayboats also feature a separate cabin, providing a place to change or rest after a day on the water. A galley area, fridge, and storage space for food and extra clothes are essential, especially if you plan to enjoy lunch onboard, the weather changes or you decide to spend a night out on anchor somewhere beautiful.

Dayboating boat types

  • Sportsboat
  • RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat)
  • Centre Console
  • Sportsfisher

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Recent Award Winning Dayboating Yachts

Check out the recent award-winning and finalist Dayboating yachts and models.

Sunseeker

Superhawk 55

17.13m

Winner

Sportscruisers (over 45ft)

Motor Boat Awards 2024

Azimut

Verve 48

15.03m

Winner

Highly Commended

Motor Boat Awards 2024

Quarken Boats

Quarken 27 Cabin

8.35m

Winner

Highly Commended

Motor Boat Awards 2024

Azimut

Verve 48

15.03m

Winner

Dayboat

Robb Report 2024

Quarken Boats

Quarken 27 T-Top

8.35m

Winner

Sportboats

Motor Boat Awards 2023

Sunseeker

Superhawk 55

17.13m

Winner

Best Exterior Design

World Yachts Trophies 2023

Axopar

22 T-Top

7.2m

Winner

Up to 10m

European Powerboat of the Year 2022

Brabus Marine

Shadow 900 XC

11.73m

Winner

SUVs

Motor Boat Awards 2022

Axopar

22 Spyder

7.2m

Winner

Sportsboats (up to 30ft)

Motor Boat Awards 2022

Windy Boats

SLR/SR60

18.15m

Winner

Best Exterior Design

World Yachts Trophies 2022

Dayboating Yachts FAQ

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  • You do not need a licence to operate a yacht under 24m, however, common sense, and quite possibly local laws, require you to be competent. It is advisable to take lessons, such as the RYAs internationally recognised Day Skipper course, and ensure your guests are aware of and comfortable with the boat's operation.      

  • Let us presume you will be staying close to shore, and your home port. The list can then be broken down into a few different categories. Firstly you need to ensure the crew is catered for, so water, food, warm clothes, sunscreen and First Aid. The next is some basic safety equipment such as an anchor, flares, a GPS and VHF. Then you must ensure the boat itself is fuelled and correctly prepared for a day on the water. Always prepare as if you are to be away from port for a day, even if you only intend an hour.

    If you plan to go further afield, a proper passage plan is required. More information on this subject can be found in the Guide section.