For many successful Australians, owning a yacht in the Mediterranean is more than a dream, it’s a lifestyle goal. Waking up off the coast of Corsica, long lunches in Ibiza, island-hopping through Greece, and hosting friends in Saint-Trope, it’s the ultimate way to experience Europe in style.
But here’s the catch: The reality of buying a yacht in the Med from Australia can be a logistical nightmare. You’re 10,000 miles away, navigating unclear regulations, languages you may not speak, VAT traps, and mooring contracts that make Aussie paperwork look like a picnic. Add to that the back-and-forth flights, timezone issues, and the sheer number of choices and it’s no wonder many potential buyers delay the dream, or give up entirely.
The Typical Mediterranean Yacht Buying Journey (for Australians)
If you’re doing this solo, here’s how it often plays out:
- Weeks of Online Research – Trying to compare yachts, sellers, countries, flagging options, and prices across 7+ marketplaces.
- Endless Broker Emails – Getting bombarded with emails from agents who don’t understand your needs or sometimes your timezone.
- Flying Over – Spending 2–3 weeks in Europe just to view a few boats, hoping one will tick the box. Often, they don’t.
- Confusing Paperwork – Negotiating in a foreign market, unclear on local taxes, import duties, or the fine print.
- Unforeseen Costs – Mooring, insurance, crew, maintenance — no one gives you the full picture.
- Post-Purchase Problems – Now you own it… but who manages it? Charters it? Maintains it? Navigates EU rules?
You end up spending more time managing the purchase than enjoying the boat. surely that wasn’t your plan?
At Go Earth Boating, we eliminate all of this friction for Australian-based buyers. We’ve helped clients across Australia successfully acquire, manage, and enjoy yachts in the Med without the stress. Here’s how we make the process seamless:
Step 1: We start with a call or we listen, really listen, to your ideal boating lifestyle. Are you chasing a charter income? Is this for family getaways? Do you prefer Greece or the South of France? We narrow the options fast, so you’re not overwhelmed by choice.
Step 2: Through our deep network across the Med (and trusted partners on the ground), we source only vetted yachts that meet your goals, no wasted time.
Step 3: We’ll view the yachts on your behalf, shoot video walkthroughs, and give you honest feedback. You don’t need to fly over, you could purchase, as many have, your dream boat completely remotely.
Step 4: Our team handles everything from legal checks & contract negotiation, flagging & registration, EU VAT navigation, Marine surveys & insurance. We’re independent, so we work for you, not the seller.
Step 5: Ongoing support in Europe post-purchase, we don’t disappear. We can connect you with charter management companies, moorings, maintenance & refit yards.
Why Australians Love Owning in the Med
There is so much coastline, more destinations, with 22 countries accessible by sea. There is a very popular charter market in the Med and you can offset the cost of your yacht by using some weeks of the year for chartering out. The season is long from April to October where you can dine, shop, undertake sports and socialise at some of the worlds most glamorous ports.
We turn complex, distant, and frustrating into simple, local, and enjoyable. Our clients say they would never do it any other way and some even come back for a second yacht. Whether you’re just exploring the idea, or already browsing listings, we’re happy to chat and offer some honest guidance with no pressure.
