Charter Costs and Discounts
Chartering a luxury yacht can cost tens of thousands per week. Prices range from $140,000 to over $300,000 depending on amenities, size and season. The yachts featured on Below Deck range between $140,000-$275,000 per week. Getting featured on the show earns a 50% discount.
Captain Lee Rosbach’s Compensation
Captain Lee Rosbach is an experienced yacht captain earning an estimated $95,000-$130,000 per Below Deck season. With nearly 40 years in yachting, Captain Lee commands high pay. He first appeared on Below Deck in season 2 becoming a fan favorite.
Original Crew and Charter Ownership
The yachts chartered on Below Deck are usually owned by third parties, not the show. Insurance requires original crew like Captain, first mate and engineers remain onboard. Only the interior crew portrayed on the show are paid cast members.
Tips and Additional Benefits
Tips are a big part of compensation. The largest tip Captain Lee received was $35,000. Overall tips average $25,000 per charter but can range from 5-20% of the base charter fee. Besides high pay and tips, captains enjoy traveling the world while working in beautiful locations.
Charter Pricing for Below Deck Guests
The yachts featured on Below Deck range between $140,000-$275,000 per week. Getting featured earns a 50% discount. Prices range depending on amenities, size and season.
Crew Compensation and Lifestyle
Tips average $25,000 but can range from 5-20% of the charter fee. The largest tip Captain Lee received was $35,000. Tips are a significant part of compensation.