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11Overview2233The 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.4455The 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.6677Quick Reference8899DetailValueTypeWater vehicle (rental only)Rental Cost150 Coins per hour (in-game time)LocationStarsand Port docks (left side, near the Parrot Ship)Unlock RequirementComplete Starsand Port Construction questRiders1PurchasableNo (rental only)SpeedMedium (comparable to Sailboard)1010How to Unlock11111212The 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:13131414Find 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.15151616What the Port Unlocks17171818Completing the Starsand Port Construction quest unlocks three services at the rebuilt port, not just the Yacht:19192020ServiceCostDescriptionYacht Rental150 Coins/hourManual sailing. Explore the ocean freely and fish anywhere.Parrot ShipFixed fee per tripFast travel directly to a specific deep-sea fishing zone. No manual sailing.Merchant ShipFree to accessSells your items at 200% of normal vendor value (double the standard sell price).2121Rental Mechanics22222323Understanding how the Yacht rental timer works is important for maximizing the value of each trip:24242525FeatureDescriptionIn-game timeThe 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-safeThe rental clock stops if you pause the game. You can take a break mid-trip without losing rental time.Free explorationWhile rented, you can sail the Yacht anywhere in the ocean. There are no boundaries or restricted areas.Fishing onboardYou 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 requiredWhen your rental time expires, you are transported back to the dock automatically. You do not need to sail the Yacht back to port.2626Deep-Sea Fishing27272828The 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.29293030ZoneNotable FishBait RequiredBest TimeEstimated ProfitCoral SeaHumphead Wrasse, Blue Tang, Sardine, Swordfish (King)Meat Bait, Veggie Bait08:00 to 18:00500 to 1,500 CoinsLuminwaveMola Mola, Tuna, Megamouth Shark (King), ViperfishMeat Bait08:00 to 18:001,500 to 4,000 CoinsCelestwaveRibbon Eel, Dolphinfish, Mandarinfish, Long-barbelled Dragonfish (King)Meat Bait, Veggie Bait20:00 to 02:00 (night)3,000 to 10,000+ Coins3131The 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.32323333Bait and Equipment Recommendations34343535Before heading out on a Yacht trip, make sure you have the right bait and equipment to catch deep-sea fish:36363737ItemDetailsMinced Fish BaitThe single most important bait type for deep-sea fishing. The majority of Coral Sea, Luminwave, and Celestwave fish require it.Meat BaitRequired for carnivorous deep-sea species like Tuna, Mola Mola, and the Megamouth Shark.Veggie BaitNeeded for certain species like the Blue Tang and Mandarinfish.Noble Fishing RodThe 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.3838Yacht vs Parrot Ship39394040Starsand Port offers two ways to reach deep-sea zones. Each has advantages depending on your goals:41414242OptionCostHow It WorksBest ForYacht Rental150 Coins/hourManual sailing. Explore freely, fish anywhere in the ocean. Time-based cost.Players who want to explore freely and fish at multiple spots.Parrot ShipFixed fee per tripFast travel directly to a specific fishing zone. No manual sailing.Targeted fishing runs to a specific zone.4343The 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.44444545Cost Analysis46464747At 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:48484949A 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.50505151The 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.52525353Tips54545555If 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.56565757Related Articles58585959VehiclesStarsand PortStarsand Port ConstructionDeep-Sea Fishing ZonesCoral SeaLuminwaveCelestwaveParrot ShipMerchant ShipAll FishFishingFishing RodsJet SkiBoat