AKULA

Baglietto171m12 guests5 cabins

Baglietto · Mediterranean · France · Caribbean · Bahamas

Overview

AKULA yacht charter in Mediterranean

AKULA is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.

Baglietto171m12 guests5 cabins

Charter fit

How to use AKULA

AKULA is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a private celebration or corporate hosting brief, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

AKULA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 171'8 / 52.32m, 12 guests, 5 cabins, 2024 against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
Guest profile
12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
Route style
Menorca coves with a calmer family pace; strongest when the route protects hosting time on deck
Port logic
shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing
Compare by
compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean
Watch-out
the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board

Best charter fit

Use AKULA when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 171'8 / 52.32m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the route protects hosting time on deck.

Route planning

For Balearic Yacht, the route should start with Menorca coves with a calmer family pace. That keeps the charter practical around turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing.

Before confirming dates

The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. The broker note should be honest about limits: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board.

On-board atmosphere

The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. Water toys and tenders make the day more active when the anchorage is right. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.

How to compare it

A fair shortlist should explain why AKULA is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean, then compare rates and availability.

Decision check

The main caveat is simple: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Baglietto
Model
T52
Built / refit
2024
Length
171'8 / 52.32m
Beam
29'2 / 8.9m
Draft
8'10 / 2.7m
Cruising speed
12 Knots
Guests
12
Cabins
5
Crew
10

Profile

About AKULA

Toys

When not cruising Akula has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. You'll be loving the huge adrenaline rush as you zip over the water on one of the two Yamaha FX SVHO WaveRunners. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Additionally, there are two F5SR SEABOBs, offering a truly remarkable experience that lets you skim along the surface or swim with the fishes quietly and safely. If that isn't enough Akula also features wakeboards, kayaks, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Akula has you covered - with two tenders, including a Fjord Tender. Akula and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. As you can see, luxury motor yacht Akula offers guests the very best onboard experience, from its sun-kissed top deck down to its standout waterside beach club promising truly memorable vacations that you"ll want to repeat again and again.

Overview

The 52.3m/171'7" motor yacht 'Akula' is an excellent new superyacht for the luxury charter market. Delivered by the Italian shipyard Baglietto and featuring interior styling by Italian designer Enrico Gobbi she can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in 5 cabins. From bow to stern, Akula is brimming with an fantastic array of social and dining areas, both inside and out, making her the ideal yacht for relaxing and entertaining whilst on charter. She has sensational features such as beach club and gym.

Performance Range

Akula is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 4,500 nautical miles from her 70,000 litre fuel tanks at 11 knots.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 2024, Akula offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 5 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

Keeping comfortable and entertained on Akula is easy thanks to the available amenities including the pool, useful to practice your technique or just cool off. Even the most discerning of charter guests will enjoy the included beach club or a gym with all the latest equipment is available for a good work out. Soak up the bubbles in style in the deck jacuzzi. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you including Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Impressive 4
  • 500nm range
  • Built in 2024
  • Generous pool
  • Interior design from Enrico Gobbi
  • Intimate beach club

Amenities

  • Exterior Bar
  • Sun Deck
  • Owner Study
  • Foredeck Seating with Table
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Wi-Fi
  • At-Anchor Stabilizers
  • Sunpads
  • Swimming Pool
  • Deck Jacuzzi
  • Gym
  • Beach Club

Water toys

  • 2 x 3 seat Yamaha FX SVHO Waverunners
  • 2 x F5SR Seabobs
  • 2 x 2 Person Seaeagle Kayaks
  • 2 x Paddleboards
  • Water-Ski
  • Wake Board
  • Snorkelling Equipment

Tenders

  • 1 x Fjord Open Tender with 2 x Volvo
  • 1 x Williams Jet Tenders 445 Tender

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

$325,000 p/week + expenses

Mediterranean · France

Winter Season

$325,000 p/week + expenses

Caribbean · Bahamas

Cruising

Regions

Mediterranean · France · Caribbean · Bahamas

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether AKULA's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether AKULA's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Menorca coves with a calmer family pace.
  • Ask why AKULA beats the nearest alternative for a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
  • Confirm the port plan: shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing.
  • When requesting AKULA, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.

FAQ

AKULA charter questions

Is AKULA a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider AKULA?

AKULA is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.

What should I send before requesting AKULA?

Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Ibiza, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether AKULA fits the plan.

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  • Families ask for clear safety, shade, cabins and weather backup before they book.
  • Corporate groups want written timing, access and service expectations before deposit.

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