Is there a limit to how many people you can have on a boat?
Is there a limit to how many people you can have on a boat? A bit more: A boat's capacity rating delineates how many people or pounds the boat can safely hold in good conditions, as determined by the manufacturer. This rating is typically displayed on what's called a capacity plate that's mounted in the boat, either by the helm or on the transom.
Can a yacht hold 300 people?
Bateaux. The Bateaux is a 200' US Coast Guard certified motor yacht with a capacity up to 300.
What is the 12 person rule on a yacht?
In short, if a yacht carries more than 12 passengers, irrespective of whether payment is made, the vessel is considered a 'Passenger Ship' which puts it into a different category from standard luxury yachts. A 'Passenger Ship' must be SOLAS compliant, which requires rigorous testing, training, and surveying (and cost).