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The Yacht is a rentable water vehicle available at Starsand Port that provides access to the open ocean and deep-sea fishing zones. Unlike most vehicles in the game, the Yacht cannot be crafted or purchased permanently; it is rented at a cost of 150 Coins per hour. The Yacht becomes available after completing the Starsand Port Construction quest from Marston.
The Yacht fills a critical role in the mid-game by providing deep-sea access before you can afford to craft a Jet Ski (45,000 Coins) or Speedboat (175,000 Coins). For players focused on the Angler profession, the Yacht is often the first way to reach the lucrative Coral Sea, Luminwave, and Celestwave zones where the rarest and most valuable fish are found.
Detail | Value |
|---|---|
Type | Water vehicle (rental only) |
Rental Cost | 150 Coins per hour (in-game time) |
Location | Starsand Port docks (left side, near the Parrot Ship) |
Unlock Requirement | Complete Starsand Port Construction quest |
Riders | 1 |
Purchasable | No (rental only) |
Speed | Medium (comparable to Sailboard) |
The Yacht rental is not available from the start of the game. You must first rebuild Starsand Port by completing the Starsand Port Construction quest. Here is the full process:
Find Marston at the run-down port area on the east side of the island.
Accept the Starsand Port Construction quest. Marston asks you to deliver 15 Stone and 15 Softwood.
Deliver the materials to Marston. Both Stone and Softwood are common early-game resources.
Wait one in-game day. The port opens the following morning.
Visit the rebuilt Starsand Port. The Yacht rental station is on the left side of the dock, near the Parrot Ship.
Interact with the rental station and pay 150 Coins to rent the Yacht for one in-game hour.
Completing the Starsand Port Construction quest unlocks three services at the rebuilt port, not just the Yacht:
Service | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|
Yacht Rental | 150 Coins/hour | Manual sailing. Explore the ocean freely and fish anywhere. |
Fixed fee per trip | Fast travel directly to a specific deep-sea fishing zone. No manual sailing. | |
Free to access | Sells your items at 200% of normal vendor value (double the standard sell price). |
Understanding how the Yacht rental timer works is important for maximizing the value of each trip:
Feature | Description |
|---|---|
In-game time | The 150 Coins/hour cost is measured in in-game hours, not real-world time. One in-game hour passes much faster than a real-world hour. |
Pause-safe | The rental clock stops if you pause the game. You can take a break mid-trip without losing rental time. |
Free exploration | While rented, you can sail the Yacht anywhere in the ocean. There are no boundaries or restricted areas. |
Fishing onboard | You can fish directly from the Yacht while it is stationary. Stop in a deep-sea zone, cast your line, and catch fish without leaving the vehicle. |
Return not required | When your rental time expires, you are transported back to the dock automatically. You do not need to sail the Yacht back to port. |
The primary use of the Yacht is accessing the three deep-sea fishing zones, which contain the rarest and most valuable fish in the game. These zones are only reachable by water vehicles or the Parrot Ship's fast travel service.
Zone | Notable Fish | Bait Required | Best Time | Estimated Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Humphead Wrasse, Blue Tang, Sardine, Swordfish (King) | Meat Bait, Veggie Bait | 08:00 to 18:00 | 500 to 1,500 Coins | |
Mola Mola, Tuna, Megamouth Shark (King), Viperfish | Meat Bait | 08:00 to 18:00 | 1,500 to 4,000 Coins | |
Ribbon Eel, Dolphinfish, Mandarinfish, Long-barbelled Dragonfish (King) | Meat Bait, Veggie Bait | 20:00 to 02:00 (night) | 3,000 to 10,000+ Coins |
The three deep-sea zones also contain the game's legendary Kingfish. Two of the three Kingfish are night-only catches, so plan deep-sea trips around the evening hours for the best results, especially when targeting Celestwave and Luminwave species.
Before heading out on a Yacht trip, make sure you have the right bait and equipment to catch deep-sea fish:
Item | Details |
|---|---|
Minced Fish Bait | The single most important bait type for deep-sea fishing. The majority of Coral Sea, Luminwave, and Celestwave fish require it. |
Meat Bait | Required for carnivorous deep-sea species like Tuna, Mola Mola, and the Megamouth Shark. |
Veggie Bait | Needed for certain species like the Blue Tang and Mandarinfish. |
Noble Fishing Rod | The recommended rod for deep-sea fishing. It needs Prism and Iron Sheets to craft. Basic rods will break against larger deep-sea fish. Upgrade your Fishing Rod before attempting deep-sea catches. |
Starsand Port offers two ways to reach deep-sea zones. Each has advantages depending on your goals:
Option | Cost | How It Works | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
Yacht Rental | 150 Coins/hour | Manual sailing. Explore freely, fish anywhere in the ocean. Time-based cost. | Players who want to explore freely and fish at multiple spots. |
Fixed fee per trip | Fast travel directly to a specific fishing zone. No manual sailing. | Targeted fishing runs to a specific zone. |
The Yacht is better for players who want to explore the ocean freely, fish at multiple spots in a single trip, or simply enjoy sailing. The Parrot Ship is better for targeted fishing runs when you know exactly which zone you want to visit. Many experienced players use the Parrot Ship for quick farming runs and save the Yacht for leisurely exploration.
At 150 Coins per hour, the Yacht rental seems expensive at first glance. However, deep-sea fishing is so profitable that the rental cost is trivial compared to the income from a single trip:
A Coral Sea trip earning 1,000 Coins costs roughly 150 to 300 Coins in rental time, netting 700 to 850 Coins profit.
A Celestwave trip earning 5,000+ Coins costs the same 150 to 300 Coins, netting 4,700+ Coins profit.
If you fish regularly (more than a few trips per in-game week), consider saving for a Jet Ski (45,000 Coins) to eliminate the ongoing rental cost entirely.
The break-even point for buying a Jet Ski versus continuing to rent Yachts is roughly 300 in-game hours of rental time (about 20 to 30 fishing trips, depending on trip length). Beyond that, every deep-sea trip on a Jet Ski is pure profit.
If you fish regularly in deep-sea zones, consider crafting a Jet Ski (45,000 Coins) or Speedboat (175,000 Coins) to eliminate the ongoing rental cost.
Bring plenty of Minced Fish Bait for deep-sea fishing. Most rare ocean fish require it.
A single Celestwave trip can earn 3,000 to 10,000+ Coins, making the 150 Coin/hour rental cost trivial for profitable fishing runs.
The Yacht rental clock runs on in-game time, not real time. Pause your game if you need a break mid-trip to avoid wasting rental time.
Combine your Yacht trip with a visit to the Merchant Ship at Starsand Port to sell your catch at 200% of the normal vendor price.
For Celestwave trips, depart in the evening. The best fish there (Ribbon Eel, Mandarinfish) are only available from 20:00 to 02:00.
The Yacht is a great way to practice deep-sea fishing before committing to the expensive Jet Ski blueprint. Use a few rental trips to learn the zones and decide which ones are most profitable for your playstyle.
Starsand Port
Starsand Port Construction
Deep-Sea Fishing Zones
Coral Sea
Luminwave
Celestwave
Parrot Ship
Merchant Ship
Jet Ski
