September 17, 2026 · By CDM Yachts · 2 min read
Guest count is the single biggest factor in which yacht fits your charter. Here's how CDM Yachts' current fleet breaks down by capacity.
| Guest count | Recommended vessel | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 2–4 guests | Sea Ray 52 or Sea Ray 56 | Most intimate option in the fleet — well suited to a proposal or small couples' outing |
| 5–13 guests | Sea Ray 52 or Sea Ray 56 | Both are certified up to 13 passengers, with a salon, flybridge, and foredeck to spread out across |
| 14–25 guests | Westport 100 | The only fleet vessel certified above 13 — enters the Westport's lowest pricing tier |
| 26–50 guests | Westport 100 | Main-deck lounge and beverage bar built for a mingling crowd, not rows of seating |
| 51–100 guests | Westport 100 | Multiple deck levels (main salon, aft deck, forward sun deck) keep a larger crowd from feeling packed onto one level |
| 101–134 guests | Westport 100 | Certified capacity ceiling for the CDM fleet |
Our fishing charters aboard the Jesse Girl are a separate case, sized for small groups rather than events — see that page for details.
A few things capacity numbers don't tell you
USCG passenger certification is a maximum, not a target. A group of 13 will have a very different feel on the Sea Ray 52 than a group of 4 — both are within capacity, but a smaller group gets more room to spread out. The same is true at the Westport 100's upper end: 134 guests fills the vessel for a true party atmosphere, while 30–50 guests leaves considerably more breathing room.
If your event is genuinely on the edge between two tiers — say 12–16 guests — it's worth talking through with our team rather than guessing, since crossing from the Sea Ray 52/56 to the Westport 100 changes both the vessel style and the pricing structure (see our pricing guide for how each is priced).
Not sure which fits? Request availability with your expected guest count and we'll recommend a vessel before you book.
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