Watch Formula 1 from your superyacht at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Yas Marina Circuit wraps around its marina on three sides, offering trackside berths for vessels under 90 metres and limited spots for yachts up to 175 metres.
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 6 is one of only three races on the Formula 1 calendar where spectators can watch from a superyacht, according to Burgess, the yacht brokerage firm. The floodlit Yas Marina Circuit, opened in 2009, wraps around its marina on three sides.
The circuit accommodates 227 wet berths for superyachts measuring 8 to 90 metres, plus 93 dry berths for smaller vessels. Yachts under 90 metres can access trackside waterway berths, where demand is fierce. For larger vessels up to 175 metres, six berths are available outside the marina, though Burgess notes that early reservation is essential given their scarcity.
The trackside experience
A yacht berthed at Yas Marina puts guests within minutes of VIP lounges and grandstands. The circuit hosts 58 laps and features night racing under floodlights, creating what Burgess describes as a “spectacular backdrop” unique among Grand Prix venues. Monaco and Saudi Arabia are the only other races accessible from the water.
The 5.281-kilometre marina offers what the brokerage calls “a prime selection of berths,” with track-view spots providing unobstructed sightlines. Crew can serve drinks and canapés while guests watch the action unfold.
Beyond race day
Grand Prix weekend extends beyond the circuit. After-race concerts have featured Jennifer Lopez, Imagine Dragons, Lewis Capaldi and Zara Larsson, according to the source. Yas Island itself offers Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World and SeaWorld.
Those extending their stay can explore the Louvre Abu Dhabi or the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the largest mosque in the UAE. Desert excursions and yacht charters in nearby Dubai are also available for guests seeking experiences beyond the racetrack.
Planning ahead
Burgess reports that hospitality packages for 2026 are already on sale, with premium trackside berths filling quickly. The brokerage works with superyacht crew to arrange bespoke menus, spa treatments and daily itineraries tailored to guests’ preferences. Potential charterers should confirm what is included in any package before booking, as offerings vary by vessel and berth location.
This article was compiled by the CityLifeBytes editorial desk from the official announcements and reporting listed under Sources.
