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Yacht Weddings in Marina del Rey
Your ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing on one private yacht. All-inclusive packages for 12 to 250 guests, from $9,000.
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…Something old, something new, something borrowed, something truly blue
A yacht wedding with FantaSea Yachts puts your ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing aboard one private yacht in Marina del Rey. Our yacht rentals for weddings cover two yachts and 20 to 250 guests, and all-inclusive yacht wedding packages start at $9,000 with the yacht, captain and crew, catering and a personal wedding coordinator included. Most wedding cruises run four hours and can be timed to the sunset.
Your wedding should be unforgettable, and it should be easy on you. With more than four decades of wedding experience, our team has the knowledge and skill to produce the wedding you have in mind. All you have to do is arrive and get ready to walk down the aisle.
Check your wedding date
Tell us the date and guest count. A wedding specialist replies with availability and a personalized quote. No obligation.
One team for the whole wedding
Every FantaSea wedding yacht rental puts your day in the hands of event planning professionals. In-house services cover all catering, the bar and your private venue. We also manage the vendors you choose, including florists, live entertainment and photographers.
A Marina del Rey yacht wedding combines convenience and elegance. Guests board once, and the ceremony and reception both happen on the water with Pacific Ocean views and the sunset behind you.
Ceremony and reception on one yacht
At most venues the ceremony and the reception are two places and a drive apart. With a wedding on a boat they are a few steps apart. You say your vows aboard, and dinner and dancing follow while you cruise the harbor and the coastline.
Marina del Rey is the largest man-made marina in North America, with more than 4,600 boat slips, and it sits about 15 minutes from LAX. Out-of-town guests have a short trip from the airport to the dock.
Each yacht hosts one wedding per day, so the whole vessel and crew are yours.
What an all-inclusive yacht wedding package covers
Every FantaSea wedding package starts with the same foundation. Menus, bar service, linens and add-ons are then tailored to you.
- Four-hour private cruise with captain and crew
- Personal wedding coordinator, from first consultation through rehearsal and the day itself
- Ceremony and reception setup with tables, Chiavari chairs, china and glassware
- Three butler-passed hors d’oeuvres
- Silver buffet with two entrées, a duet of salads and a chef’s trio of accompaniments
- Unlimited soft drinks and fruit juice, with full bar options and upgrades
- Pre-ceremony champagne for the bridal party in the suite
- White or black event linen, with color options available
- Bluetooth sound system and wall-mounted screen with multimedia player
- Uniformed professional service staff
Yacht rentals for weddings: which yacht fits?
When you rent a yacht for a wedding, guest count decides most of it. Start with the number on your list and the choice usually makes itself.
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| Dandeana | FantaSea One | |
|---|---|---|
| Guest capacity | Up to 100 | Up to 250 |
| Best for | Weddings of 50 to 100 guests with a boutique feel | Weddings of 100 to 250 guests with a full dance floor |
| Wedding pricing | From $9,000, with a 50-guest minimum | From $17,000, with a 100-guest minimum |
| Signature spaces | Sleek, modern design with rooftop views from the upper deck | Four decks, a large rooftop deck, the Captain’s lounge and a marble bar |
| Ceremony and reception aboard | Yes | Yes |
Dandeana
Capacity: 100 guests
The elegant Dandeana accommodates up to 100 guests. She has a sleek, modern design with contemporary amenities. Rooftop views from the upper deck make the space onboard seem boundless. It’s the ultimate VIP experience.
FantaSea One
Capacity: 250 guests
The largest yacht in our fleet, FantaSea One sports an enormous rooftop deck (one of four expansive decks), a modern Captain’s lounge and a signature marble bar that is a popular gathering place for guests. With a 250-guest capacity, she handles a full ceremony, dinner and dance floor in one space.
A yacht wedding compared with a two-venue wedding
A room rental fee and an all-inclusive boat wedding package are different kinds of numbers. Compare the completed totals, and compare what the day feels like for your guests.
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| FantaSea yacht wedding | Separate ceremony site and reception hall | |
|---|---|---|
| Venues to book | One | Usually two |
| Guest travel between ceremony and reception | None. Guests board once. | A drive, often with shuttles or parking at both ends |
| What the first quote covers | Yacht, captain and crew, catering, soft drinks, tables, chairs, linens, service staff and a wedding coordinator | Often the room alone. A hotel ballroom rental typically runs $3,000 to $10,000 before food. |
| Exclusive use | The whole yacht. One wedding per vessel per day. | Often one room in a shared property |
| Backdrop | The Pacific, the marina and the Los Angeles skyline at sunset | A neutral room that décor has to dress |
| Who coordinates the day | Your FantaSea wedding coordinator, who is also the onsite liaison for your vendors | You, a hired planner, or a separate contact at each venue |
How to plan a yacht wedding in five steps
Check your date
Each yacht hosts one wedding per day. Saturdays in peak season, May through October, book 6 to 12 months ahead, so ask about your date first.
Choose your yacht by guest count
Dandeana holds up to 100 guests and FantaSea One up to 250. A range such as “80 to 100” is enough to start.
Tour the yacht and customize your package
Walk the decks with a wedding specialist, then choose your menu, bar service and linens. Floral, DJ, officiant coordination and uplighting can be added.
Secure your date with a deposit
A deposit holds the yacht for your day. Bring your own photographer, florist and DJ, or ask us for recommendations.
Finalize the details, then arrive and celebrate
Menus, timeline and vendor details are finalized 60 to 90 days before the wedding. Your coordinator runs the rehearsal and the day.
What couples say
FantaSea Yachts is rated 4.75 stars across 300+ reviews.
“We recently had our wedding on the Dandeana and it was the wedding of our dreams!!”
“I have nothing but incredible things to say about FantaSea Yachts.”
Yacht Wedding FAQs
How much does a yacht wedding cost in Marina del Rey?
FantaSea Yachts wedding packages start at $9,000. The total depends on the yacht, the guest count, the length of the cruise and the day of the week, and weekends and peak-season dates cost more. Yacht weddings in Los Angeles typically run from $10,000 to more than $20,000. A FantaSea package includes the private yacht, captain and crew, catering, soft drinks, tables, Chiavari chairs, linens, service staff and a personal wedding coordinator, so one quote covers most of what a separate venue, caterer and rental company would each bill.
Can you rent a yacht for a wedding in Los Angeles?
Yes. FantaSea Yachts offers private yacht rentals for weddings from Marina del Rey, about 15 minutes from LAX. A wedding yacht rental includes the yacht, captain and crew, catering, tables, chairs, linens and a personal wedding coordinator for a four-hour cruise. Two yachts are available: Dandeana for up to 100 guests and FantaSea One for up to 250 guests.
How many guests can attend a yacht wedding with FantaSea Yachts?
FantaSea Yachts hosts weddings for 20 to 250 guests across two yachts. Dandeana holds up to 100 guests for an intimate celebration. FantaSea One, the largest charter yacht in Marina del Rey, holds up to 250 guests.
What is included in your all-inclusive yacht wedding packages?
All-inclusive packages cover a four-hour private cruise, captain and crew, catering, soft drinks and juice, tables, Chiavari chairs, china, glassware, linens, a sound system, uniformed service staff and a personal wedding coordinator. Full bar service is available as an option. We also coordinate with the outside vendors you choose, including florists, photographers, DJs and live entertainment, so the day runs as one plan.
Can we have both our ceremony and reception on the yacht?
Yes. One of the greatest advantages of a yacht wedding is hosting your entire celebration in one location. Your guests enjoy the ceremony with ocean views, then move straight into the reception. No transportation between venues is required.
What happens if the weather is bad on our wedding day?
Our yachts have spacious enclosed interior areas with climate control, so your celebration continues comfortably in any weather. Marina del Rey has mild weather year-round, and our crew monitors conditions closely and can adjust the cruising route to keep the ride smooth.
How long does a typical yacht wedding cruise last?
Most yacht wedding charters run four to five hours, and the standard package is a four-hour private event. That allows time for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, dancing and photos. The length can be customized to your timeline.
Where does the yacht cruise during the wedding?
We depart from Marina del Rey and cruise along the Southern California coastline. Guests see the Pacific Ocean, the marina and the Los Angeles skyline. The captain can adjust the route for weather and time it to the sunset for photos.
Can we bring our own vendors (photographer, florist, DJ)?
Yes. We handle all catering and bar service in-house, and we welcome and coordinate with your preferred outside vendors. Our team has worked with many photographers, florists, DJs and officiants over more than 45 years in business and can recommend vendors if you need them.
How far in advance should we book our yacht wedding?
Book 6 to 12 months in advance for a Saturday in peak wedding season, which runs from May through October. Each yacht hosts one wedding per day, so popular dates go first. Shorter timelines are sometimes possible, so it is worth asking even if your date is close.
Is there a backup plan if guests get seasick?
Our yachts cruise at a gentle pace through the protected waters of Marina del Rey and Santa Monica Bay, which keeps motion low. The vessels are large and stable, and most guests feel no discomfort. Anyone who is sensitive to motion can stay on the lower decks, where it is least noticeable.
How do we get started planning our yacht wedding?
Call FantaSea Yachts at (310) 827-2220 or send the online request form with your date, guest count and budget. A wedding specialist replies with a personalized quote and builds a custom package around your plans. The next step is a yacht tour, so you can see the venue in person before you book.
Check your wedding date
Each yacht hosts one wedding per day, and peak-season Saturdays book 6 to 12 months ahead. Send us your date and guest count and a wedding specialist will reply with availability and a personalized quote.
