Chartering the Pacific
The Pacific charter season has just begun and SuperyachtNews.com spoke with charter brokers to see what yachts are on offer for charter in the region, and why cruising the Pacific is now easier than ever before...…
With the Mediterranean and Caribbean charter seasons warming up, the Pacific charter season has also just begun. The season runs from April to September, with April to June the best months to visit. This time of year sees multiple superyachts, many of whom have just completed refit work in Australia and New Zealand, descend upon the beautiful islands of the Pacific. Although remote, the Pacific is attracting more yachts than ever: improved transport links from the yacht transporters and better levels of provisioning mean that visiting the area is increasingly easy.
“The magic of the South Pacific is it’s areas of complete remoteness, friendly peoples and an un-commercialised relaxed innocence about it,” said Captain Phil Jouning of 37 South, who spoke to SuperyachtNews.com “This makes it a region that is very attractive to owners and charterers alike. The economic benefits of visiting superyachts have not been overlooked by the small island nations either, and in most cases commercial chartering can be carried out with the minimal amount of compliance and cost.”
"There is definitely a trend among some yacht owners and charter clients for exploration in a secluded area while in a safe environment and the South Pacific is among one of these few places," said Christelle Holler of Tahiti Private Expeditions. "Located far from the usual Med and Caribbean hubs, which have been sought after for decades, a lot of the newly built yachts can travel further which offers new adventures. Over the past six years Tahiti has been proactive in promoting our destination and "the Tahitian experience" and this is paying off."
The close proximity of the Pacific islands to Australia and New Zealand means that yachts have a base to provision from (see issue 63 of The Crew Report for a detailed article ‘Provisioning the Pacific’) This shore support means that, “High standards of provisioning can be maintained, which means that the charter guest is not compromising anything to explore and discover some of the world remote regions and the vessels are able to maintain their normal high standard of cuisine and service,” said Jouning. "Each season for the past five years has seen a steady growth in the charter market and 2013 is no exception with more vessels coming through who have planned their marketing ahead of time. Although there are still the short notice bookings the majority of bookings are still made several months ahead as charterers plan their lives."
We asked the charter brokers to show us the best of the yachts that are cruising in the Pacific this year. Here’s an overview:
Asteria
LOA: 49m
Builder: Anastassiades Shipyard
Year: 1970 (refit 2011-2002)
Charter Broker: Tim Clark, OCEAN Independence
Rates: $165,000 USD per week MYBA
Asteria is the ideal combination of a go anywhere, rugged expedition yacht with the interior, services, and staff of a world class super yacht. With a range of 6,000+ nautical miles and vast storage capacity she can take guests to the remotest corners of the world in comfort and unique style. With five luxury double or twin cabins, all with en suite bathrooms, and a spacious master state room with bath tub and separate shower, Asteria provides accommodations for up to twelve guests. Three rugged and versatile tenders provide a wide range of activities including fishing, scuba diving, water skiing and wakeboarding.
Other yachts listed with OCI in the Pacific include: 24m Beyond Capricorn
Ethereal
LOA: 58m
Builder: Royal Huisman
Year: 2009
Charter Broker: Y.CO
Rates: From $225,000 USD per week
One of the most eco-friendly yachts afloat, Ethereal combines cutting edge technology and comfort on board. Perfect for exploring, guests on the lookout for whale sharks or giant manta can be hydraulically hauled up to the crow’s nest. When cetaceans are spotted, Ethereal flips into station-keeping stealth mode to shadow the pod using rudders, thrusters and undersea cameras. Ethereal is one of the only Royal Huisman yachts to boast a forward sunken lounge and a massage zone shaded by a Bedouin tent. Toys on board include two Zuma dinghies. Luxury accommodation is available for 12 guests in five cabins.
Golden Fleet
LOA: 80.15m
Builder: Blohm + Voss
Year: 1990 | 2004
Charter Broker: Edmiston
Rates: from $700,000 USD per week
Cruising in Tahiti this season, the Golden Odyssey fleet consists of three yachts. The fleet comes with a seaplane and over thirty pieces of sport equipment including a hovercraft and is one of the best yachts or exploring destinations like this. Golden Odyssey is the jewel in the crown, a floating haven of spacious sumptuousness, accompanied by two fully-crewed vessels and a seaplane. As a functional support vessel, Golden Shadow mostly follows the Golden Odyssey on her journeys carrying the Golden Eye seaplane, used for provisioning, as well as a myriad of tenders and watersports equipment for guests to enjoy. Golden Osprey is a fast, comfortable sport fisher, promising unfogettable thrilling experiences.
Hemisphere
LOA: 44.2m
Builder: Pendennis
Year: 2011
Charter Broker: Burgess
Rates: $245,000 USD per week
The largest private catamaran in the world, Hemisphere is the ultimate family charter yacht, offering a vast array of watersports toys and a certified PADI dive training centre. Crew include two dive instructors on board and other features of note are a home cinema, 4.8m trampoline and Jacuzzi. Catamarans have the benefit of huge amounts of volume, and Hemisphere has ample space on board to enjoy, with a luxurious yet welcoming interior.
Masteka 2
LOA: 37.1m
Builder: Kha Shing
Year: 2009
Charter Broker: 37 South
Rates: $125,000 US per week + APA + tax
A brand new CA to 37 South’s listings, Masteka 2 will be based in Fiji from March to September. Designed by Dubois, she is an elegant superyacht with expedition capabilities that make her perfectly suited to the South Pacific environment. She is seaworthy enough to comfortably cruise long passages, compact enough to take guests right up close to all the hidden wonders of the pacific and spacious enough to give each guest their own slice of paradise.
Other yachts listed with 37 South in the Pacific include 32.89m M/Y Askari; and 31.1m S/Y Pacific Eagle which will be in Fiji.
Ohana
LOA: 50m
Builder: Fitzroy Yachts
Year: 2012
Charter Broker: Edmiston
Rates: from €160,000 per week
The latest build from Fitzroy Yachts, Ohana is the newest yacht in the Pacific this season and will be chartering in Fiji. She was designed specifically with charter in mind and features a beautiful interior, styled by her owner who drew on a fresh and clean palette, with joinery work in whitewashed oak, to create a modern interior with natural colours. Guests can enjoy a well-appointed Master Cabin located aft with additional accommodation for 8/10 guests in five cabins.
TV
LOA: 78.3m
Builder: Lürssen
Year: 2008
Charter Broker: Edmiston
Rates: €850,000 per week
Beautiful TV is a veteran of South Pacific cruising, having spent a lot of time in the area. TV has five decks and over 13 metres of beam that has allowed for walk-around decks. The sun deck has both a Jacuzzi as well as a swimming jet pool facing a double-sided swim-up bar, and a water slide from sun deck to sea. Four huge VIP cabins are on the main deck with the master suite set over the entire upper deck. Alberto Pinto’s flamboyant design includes a circular fully-glazed dining conservatory, a health, beauty and sports centre and various vast saloons, one of which can be transformed into a luxurious cinema. Available for destinations including Papua New Guinea.
Twizzle
LOA: 57.5m
Builder: Royal Huisman
Year: 2010
Charter Broker: Burgess
Rates: $287,000/$266,000 USD per week
Twizzle spectacularly combines state-of-the-art design with an elegantly refined interior. Archetypally beautiful, with a look and line that seduces the eye, she turns heads wherever she goes. She has a centre board for cruising in shallow water areas and watersport options to enjoy the warm Pacific waters includetwo 6.4m Castoldi jet tenders, two Laser Pico sailing dinghies, kayaks, dive gear (rendezvous diving only) dive compressor with Nitrox system, waterskis, wakeboards & tows and snorkelling gear. Sge will be in the South-Pacific in September
Unbridled
LOA: 58.2m
Builder: Trinity Yachts
Year: 2009
Charter Broker: Burgess
Rates: $300,000 USD per week
Fresh from a refit, Unbridled will be cruising the South Pacific this season. Lavishly luxurious yet effortlessly chic, Unbridled embodies superyacht charter at its best. She is the ultimate yacht for outdoor living with a superb crew. On board features include outdoor gym facilities, a Jacuzzi and a dedicated guest office on lower deck. She is able to welcome 12 guests in five cabins.
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“The magic of the South Pacific is it’s areas of complete remoteness, friendly peoples and an un-commercialised relaxed innocence about it,” said Captain Phil Jouning of 37 South, who spoke to SuperyachtNews.com “This makes it a region that is very attractive to owners and charterers alike. The economic benefits of visiting superyachts have not been overlooked by the small island nations either, and in most cases commercial chartering can be carried out with the minimal amount of compliance and cost.”
"There is definitely a trend among some yacht owners and charter clients for exploration in a secluded area while in a safe environment and the South Pacific is among one of these few places," said Christelle Holler of Tahiti Private Expeditions. "Located far from the usual Med and Caribbean hubs, which have been sought after for decades, a lot of the newly built yachts can travel further which offers new adventures. Over the past six years Tahiti has been proactive in promoting our destination and "the Tahitian experience" and this is paying off."
The close proximity of the Pacific islands to Australia and New Zealand means that yachts have a base to provision from (see issue 63 of The Crew Report for a detailed article ‘Provisioning the Pacific’) This shore support means that, “High standards of provisioning can be maintained, which means that the charter guest is not compromising anything to explore and discover some of the world remote regions and the vessels are able to maintain their normal high standard of cuisine and service,” said Jouning. "Each season for the past five years has seen a steady growth in the charter market and 2013 is no exception with more vessels coming through who have planned their marketing ahead of time. Although there are still the short notice bookings the majority of bookings are still made several months ahead as charterers plan their lives."
We asked the charter brokers to show us the best of the yachts that are cruising in the Pacific this year. Here’s an overview:
Asteria
LOA: 49m
Builder: Anastassiades Shipyard
Year: 1970 (refit 2011-2002)
Charter Broker: Tim Clark, OCEAN Independence
Rates: $165,000 USD per week MYBA
Asteria is the ideal combination of a go anywhere, rugged expedition yacht with the interior, services, and staff of a world class super yacht. With a range of 6,000+ nautical miles and vast storage capacity she can take guests to the remotest corners of the world in comfort and unique style. With five luxury double or twin cabins, all with en suite bathrooms, and a spacious master state room with bath tub and separate shower, Asteria provides accommodations for up to twelve guests. Three rugged and versatile tenders provide a wide range of activities including fishing, scuba diving, water skiing and wakeboarding.
Other yachts listed with OCI in the Pacific include: 24m Beyond Capricorn
Ethereal
LOA: 58m
Builder: Royal Huisman
Year: 2009
Charter Broker: Y.CO
Rates: From $225,000 USD per week
One of the most eco-friendly yachts afloat, Ethereal combines cutting edge technology and comfort on board. Perfect for exploring, guests on the lookout for whale sharks or giant manta can be hydraulically hauled up to the crow’s nest. When cetaceans are spotted, Ethereal flips into station-keeping stealth mode to shadow the pod using rudders, thrusters and undersea cameras. Ethereal is one of the only Royal Huisman yachts to boast a forward sunken lounge and a massage zone shaded by a Bedouin tent. Toys on board include two Zuma dinghies. Luxury accommodation is available for 12 guests in five cabins.
Golden Fleet
LOA: 80.15m
Builder: Blohm + Voss
Year: 1990 | 2004
Charter Broker: Edmiston
Rates: from $700,000 USD per week
Cruising in Tahiti this season, the Golden Odyssey fleet consists of three yachts. The fleet comes with a seaplane and over thirty pieces of sport equipment including a hovercraft and is one of the best yachts or exploring destinations like this. Golden Odyssey is the jewel in the crown, a floating haven of spacious sumptuousness, accompanied by two fully-crewed vessels and a seaplane. As a functional support vessel, Golden Shadow mostly follows the Golden Odyssey on her journeys carrying the Golden Eye seaplane, used for provisioning, as well as a myriad of tenders and watersports equipment for guests to enjoy. Golden Osprey is a fast, comfortable sport fisher, promising unfogettable thrilling experiences.
Hemisphere
LOA: 44.2m
Builder: Pendennis
Year: 2011
Charter Broker: Burgess
Rates: $245,000 USD per week
The largest private catamaran in the world, Hemisphere is the ultimate family charter yacht, offering a vast array of watersports toys and a certified PADI dive training centre. Crew include two dive instructors on board and other features of note are a home cinema, 4.8m trampoline and Jacuzzi. Catamarans have the benefit of huge amounts of volume, and Hemisphere has ample space on board to enjoy, with a luxurious yet welcoming interior.
Masteka 2
LOA: 37.1m
Builder: Kha Shing
Year: 2009
Charter Broker: 37 South
Rates: $125,000 US per week + APA + tax
A brand new CA to 37 South’s listings, Masteka 2 will be based in Fiji from March to September. Designed by Dubois, she is an elegant superyacht with expedition capabilities that make her perfectly suited to the South Pacific environment. She is seaworthy enough to comfortably cruise long passages, compact enough to take guests right up close to all the hidden wonders of the pacific and spacious enough to give each guest their own slice of paradise.
Other yachts listed with 37 South in the Pacific include 32.89m M/Y Askari; and 31.1m S/Y Pacific Eagle which will be in Fiji.
Ohana
LOA: 50m
Builder: Fitzroy Yachts
Year: 2012
Charter Broker: Edmiston
Rates: from €160,000 per week
The latest build from Fitzroy Yachts, Ohana is the newest yacht in the Pacific this season and will be chartering in Fiji. She was designed specifically with charter in mind and features a beautiful interior, styled by her owner who drew on a fresh and clean palette, with joinery work in whitewashed oak, to create a modern interior with natural colours. Guests can enjoy a well-appointed Master Cabin located aft with additional accommodation for 8/10 guests in five cabins.
TV
LOA: 78.3m
Builder: Lürssen
Year: 2008
Charter Broker: Edmiston
Rates: €850,000 per week
Beautiful TV is a veteran of South Pacific cruising, having spent a lot of time in the area. TV has five decks and over 13 metres of beam that has allowed for walk-around decks. The sun deck has both a Jacuzzi as well as a swimming jet pool facing a double-sided swim-up bar, and a water slide from sun deck to sea. Four huge VIP cabins are on the main deck with the master suite set over the entire upper deck. Alberto Pinto’s flamboyant design includes a circular fully-glazed dining conservatory, a health, beauty and sports centre and various vast saloons, one of which can be transformed into a luxurious cinema. Available for destinations including Papua New Guinea.
Twizzle
LOA: 57.5m
Builder: Royal Huisman
Year: 2010
Charter Broker: Burgess
Rates: $287,000/$266,000 USD per week
Twizzle spectacularly combines state-of-the-art design with an elegantly refined interior. Archetypally beautiful, with a look and line that seduces the eye, she turns heads wherever she goes. She has a centre board for cruising in shallow water areas and watersport options to enjoy the warm Pacific waters includetwo 6.4m Castoldi jet tenders, two Laser Pico sailing dinghies, kayaks, dive gear (rendezvous diving only) dive compressor with Nitrox system, waterskis, wakeboards & tows and snorkelling gear. Sge will be in the South-Pacific in September
Unbridled
LOA: 58.2m
Builder: Trinity Yachts
Year: 2009
Charter Broker: Burgess
Rates: $300,000 USD per week
Fresh from a refit, Unbridled will be cruising the South Pacific this season. Lavishly luxurious yet effortlessly chic, Unbridled embodies superyacht charter at its best. She is the ultimate yacht for outdoor living with a superb crew. On board features include outdoor gym facilities, a Jacuzzi and a dedicated guest office on lower deck. She is able to welcome 12 guests in five cabins.
Related Profiles
37 South
Burgess
Edmiston
Ocean Independence
Y.CO
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