Superyachts gear up for the 2023 Abu Dhabi Formula 1 RaceWeek

By Anna Ingles 15 November 2023

Get set for heart-pounding action at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023, viewed from the unparalleled comfort of your luxury yacht charter. Feel the roar of engines as you bask in opulence at F1's only twilight race in Abu Dhabi. With your favourite drink in hand, you can enjoy a front-row view of the cars racing along the famous Yas Marina Circuit in the Grand Prix’s thrilling finale.

Drone shot over Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023 race track

View of part of the race track from a yacht at sunset

Superyachts docked just meters away from F1 track

Positioned as one of the most exclusive marina-based Grand Prix circuits, it offers the unique opportunity of viewing the race directly from the deck of your Abu Dhabi yacht charter. Enthusiasts eagerly anticipate an intensely competitive race season finale.

F1 car going round track under the red structure built for the Grand Prix

The transition from day to night adds to the drama of Formula 1's singular twilight event, setting the stage for an electrifying atmosphere as the engines rev up and the drivers prepare to take on the season's final challenge. With the championships decided, the racers hold nothing back in their quest for victory in the ultimate showdown.

Crowds gathered to take photos of the winners standing on the podium

Despite Max Verstappen and Red Bull securing both the Driver and Constructor championships, the fight for the prestigious second place is still fierce between Mercedes and Ferrari. The teams are in a high-stakes clash for the lucrative runner-up spot, complete with multi-million dollar prizes and esteemed recognition.

What to expect at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023 Schedule

Scheduled from November 24th to 26th 2023, the weekend is packed with practice runs, qualifying sessions, and the main event. The race spans 58 exciting laps at the Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island near the UAE’s capital.

Friday, November 24th

Practice 1 - 2pm

Practice 2 - 5pm

Saturday, November 25th

Final Practice - 2:30pm

Qualifying - 60 minutes commencing at 6pm, divided into three segments

Sunday, November 26th

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (58 laps) - 5pm

Yas Marina Circuit

Stretching over five kilometers with 21 turns and one of the longest straights in the F1 circuit, the track is a spectacle where drivers exhibit their skills at speeds up to 335 km/hr. The circuit, designed by Hermann Tilke, is renowned for its yacht-friendly design that loops around the luxurious Yas Marina, offering you and your guests a prime viewing spot from your motor yacht, especially between turns 14 and 15. This makes it perfect for a corporate charter as well, where you and your clients alike can soak up the exciting atmosphere.

F1 rounding the corner with modern structure in the background

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Track Guide

VIP Yacht Hospitality Packages

Even those who haven't secured a yacht charter for the grand finale of the F1 season can indulge in the luxury of yacht hospitality packages. These packages offer an unparalleled way to experience the race and partake in the social festivities and glamorous after-parties of the event.

Visitors at the Grand Prix partying on one of the superyachts docked in the marina

View from a boat's aft-deck jacuzzi out over the other superyachts docked in Yas Marina

View from yacht docked next to the track at sunset

Woman dressed in skeleton outfit DJ-ing at a Grand Prix party

While options vary, top-tier packages often include a premium berth with unobstructed track views, opportunities for Q&A sessions with celebrated F1 personalities, access to the F1 Paddock, and an exclusive Pit Lane Walk.