Seasonal Yacht Shipping and Transport Services
Serving Naples, Marco Island, Bonita, Fort Myers & Surrounding Areas
Comprehensive Seasonal Transport Planning
Smart Scheduling and Route Strategies
Prestige Yacht Management builds a customized transport plan around your vessel’s specifications, operating range, and preferred arrival window. We analyze seasonal patterns, weather routing, tides, and yard availability to identify the safest and most efficient schedule. From overland heavy-haul to captain delivery or carrier shipping, we recommend the right method based on size, timeline, and budget.
Every project begins with a detailed pre-transport survey, including LOA, beam, draft, air draft, and verified weights. We plan disassembly of arches or hardtops when needed, document lifting points, and map route constraints such as bridge and roadway clearances. Our team coordinates haul-out and launch windows with marinas and yards to keep the process on time and on budget.
Proven Methods for Safe Transit
Your yacht is handled using purpose-built equipment and industry best practices. We use soft slings for lifts, custom cradles, keel blocking, and chocking to distribute loads correctly and protect structural integrity. For overland moves, hulls are supported with adjustable pads set according to manufacturer guidelines. We can shrink wrap with vents, pad and protect hardware, secure loose gear, and stabilize systems for the road or sea.
Risk management is central to our approach. We vet carriers and captains, confirm licensing and DOT/MC compliance, and arrange oversize permits and escort vehicles where required. Insurance coverage options are tailored to the move, and we provide condition reports with photo documentation at pick-up and delivery. A clear lashing and tie-down plan minimizes movement and safeguards finishes throughout transit.
Transparent Process from Pickup to Launch
Choose from multiple transport methods to fit your schedule and goals. Overland heavy-haul offers speed and predictable timelines for many vessels. Captain delivery keeps the boat in the water and can double as a shakedown, while ocean carriers (RO/RO or LO/LO) are ideal for long distances or larger yachts. We outline pros, cons, and costs for each so you can make an informed decision.
Our process is straightforward: consultation and data collection, accurate quoting with route analysis, and a preparation checklist for you and your yard. We coordinate haul-out, cradle build or trailer setup, permitted routes if overland, and any disassembly and packing. Before departure, we finalize insurance certificates, provide a communications plan, and schedule milestones so you always know what’s next.
During transit, you receive status updates and milestone notifications. At delivery, we handle offload, reassembly of removed components, recommissioning coordination, and a post-transport inspection. If desired, we can arrange detailing, systems checks, and sea trials, ensuring your yacht is ready to enjoy the moment it arrives.
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Service Areas and Seasonal Windows
Availability and Local Logistics
Peak seasonal demand drives earlier booking in Naples, with marina calendars filling quickly during prime months. We coordinate haul-outs, bridge clearance planning, and yard time to streamline arrivals and departures, and we recommend locking in target dates early for Naples to secure optimal weather windows.
Access and scheduling on Marco Island can require careful timing for tides and channel traffic. Our team plans load-outs and deliveries to minimize wait times, works closely with local yards, and prepares appropriate cradle or trailer configurations for Marco Island to ensure a smooth handoff.
For boats moving through Bonita and Fort Myers, we account for seasonal congestion, yard availability, and preferred launch sites. Lead times can tighten in Bonita during peak periods, while Fort Myers often benefits from flexible river access; we tailor timelines and logistics for Bonita and Fort Myers so your itinerary stays on track.
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