Overview
ASAHI yacht charter in Mediterranean
A ASAHI charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, the useful question is how full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space fits beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Perini Navi183m12 guests6 cabins
Charter fit
How to use ASAHI
ASAHI 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 larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
ASAHI should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 183'9 / 56m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2009 | 2023 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
- Port logic
- treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop
- 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
When this yacht makes sense
ASAHI suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a larger group day where deck flow matters. The 12 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 6 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for ASAHI, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Season and booking notes
Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. A useful shortlist should also explain why compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean.
Life on board
full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare ASAHI on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for ASAHI should include one reason to choose it and one condition to verify. That keeps the page useful for real charter planning instead of becoming another listing entry.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Perini Navi
- Length
- 183'9 / 56m
- Built
- 2009 | 2023 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 10
- Price context
- €240,000 p/week + expenses Approx $282,000
- Cruising speed
- 12 Knots
- Model
- 56m Series
- Beam
- 37'10 / 11.52m
- Draft
- 12'6 / 3.8m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
ASAHI is positioned around €240,000 p/week + expenses Approx $282,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Perini Navi build, 183m class
Guest experience
The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.
Operating reality
Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.
Guest fit
Who ASAHI suits
Strong
Families and private groups
ASAHI gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
Active charter guests
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Strong
Event or hosting briefs
The guest profile supports larger private groups when service flow, boarding and deck use are planned early.
Inspect style
Design-sensitive clients
Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.
Charter fit scorecard
ASAHI by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 183m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
Toys and activity
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
Wellness and amenities
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Price clarity
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
ASAHI vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. ASAHI should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.
The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.
Profile
About ASAHI
Toys
Asahi has aboard a plentiful range of water toys and accessories ready to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these are two Laser sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. Another excellent feature are waterslides letting guests speed from the sun deck to the water in seconds. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Asahi also features a seabob, wakeboards, kayaks, WindSurfers, fishing equipment and much more. Asahi features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 12.4m/40'8" Protector Chase Tender to transport you in style. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Asahi this summer. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. Experience the magical places, food and experiences of the Mediterranean this summer from the luxury of your own sail yacht. Asahi, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.
Overview
The 56m/183'9" 'Asahi' sail yacht built by the Italian shipyard Perini Navi is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This multi-award winning yacht features interior styling by Remi Tessier. Offering an enticing combination of luxury and adventure, Asahi has all the bells and whistles and a wealth of convivial social spaces for the ultimate sun-kissed yacht charter getaway.
Performance Range
Asahi is built with a aluminium 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 4,000 nautical miles from her 59,190 litre fuel tanks at 11 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2009, Asahi offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite, two VIP cabins and three twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained, notably a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you, notably Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Full-beam master cabin for superior comfort
- Impressive 4
- 000nm range
- Multi-award winning
- Vast array of toys
- RYA water sports centre
Amenities
- Exterior Bar
- Wi-Fi
- Hydraulic Swim Platform
- Sunpads
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- 2 x Laser Sail Boats
- Water-Skis
- Wake Boards
- Kneeboards
- Doughnuts
- Banana
- Scuba Diving Equipment
- Kayaks
- Seabob
- Waterslide
- Windsurfer
- Scooters
Tenders
- 1 x 40'8 / 12.4m Protector Chase Tender
- 1 x 19'8 / 6m Zodiac Tender 40 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€260,000 p/week + expenses Approx $305,500
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics
Winter Season
$260,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether ASAHI's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether ASAHI's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
- Ask why ASAHI beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
- Confirm the port plan: treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop.
- When requesting ASAHI, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request ASAHI charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether ASAHI fits the route.
FAQ
ASAHI charter questions
Is ASAHI a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider ASAHI?
ASAHI is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Ibiza timing fit the brief.
What should I send before requesting ASAHI?
For ASAHI, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.