What is 35% APA?

35% APA is the higher end of the Advance Provisioning Allowance range — typical on larger superyachts or charters with fuel-heavy itineraries. Most BVI and Bahamas crewed charters run a 25-30% APA. The percentage climbs to 35% when consumption rises: a 130-foot motor yacht burns far more fuel than a 50-foot catamaran, a Mediterranean island-hopping itinerary covers more miles than a one-base BVI week, and luxury yachts often carry premium provisioning (champagne, sushi-grade fish, fresh truffles) that push the food line. The captain still tracks every dollar and refunds the unused portion at the end. See how the booking process works.