Overview
BLACK ZEN yacht charter in Mediterranean
BLACK ZEN is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. 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.
Sunseeker82m8 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use BLACK ZEN
BLACK ZEN is best considered for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, with a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. 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
BLACK ZEN should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 82' / 25m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 2006 | 2023 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
- Guest profile
- 8 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
- 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 by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone
- Watch-out
- the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed
Best charter fit
Use BLACK ZEN when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 82' / 25m, 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 best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed.
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 BLACK ZEN is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Sunseeker
- Length
- 82' / 25m
- Built
- 2006 | 2023 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 3
- Price context
- €28,800 p/week + expenses Approx $34,000
- Cruising speed
- 26 Knots
- Model
- Predator 82
- Beam
- 19'8 / 6m
- Draft
- 5'8 / 1.72m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
BLACK ZEN is positioned around €28,800 p/week + expenses Approx $34,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Sunseeker build, 82m 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 BLACK ZEN suits
Strong
Families and private groups
BLACK ZEN 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.
Selective
Event or hosting briefs
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
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
BLACK ZEN by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 82m 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
BLACK ZEN vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. BLACK ZEN 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 BLACK ZEN
Toys
When not cruising Black Zen has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. Another excellent feature is a waterski that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Also there is a wakeboard so guests can show off at speed. Black Zen has a Avon Jet Tender to transfer you from ship to shore. Black Zen and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is also accepting bookings this winter on request. Open yacht Black Zen has an array of charter-focused amenities to ensure a memorable experience onboard whatever the destination.
Overview
The 24.97m/81'11" 'Black Zen' open yacht built by the British shipyard Sunseeker is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by British designer Sunseeker. Built in 2006, Black Zen provides the exhilarating thrill of a sports car while providing charter guests the utmost outdoor comfort onboard.
Performance Range
Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she has impressive speed and great efficiency thanks to her planing hull. Powered by twin MAN engines, she comfortably cruises at 26 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 33 knots. With a shallow draft of 1.72m/5'8" Black Zen can anchor closer to coves and sheltered bays overnight.
Guest Accommodation
Families will particularly love Black Zen thanks to her child-friendly setup. She offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, one double cabin and two twin cabins. There are 8 beds in total, including 2 queen, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 3 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you such as 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
- Interior design from Sunseeker
- Cruising speed of 26 knots
- Sleeps 8 guests
- Avon Jet Tender
- Able to access shallow bays and coves
Amenities
Water toys
- 1 x SeaDoo Sea-Scooter
- 1 x SeaDoo Spark Jet-Ski More 90HP
- 1 x Wake Board
- 1 x Water-Ski
- 2 x Paddleboards More SUP
Tenders
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€28,800 p/week + expenses Approx $34,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Cannes · Corsica · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez
Winter Season
€30,000 p/week + expenses Approx $35,500
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · Cannes · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · St Tropez
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether BLACK ZEN's 8 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether BLACK ZEN's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Menorca coves with a calmer family pace.
- Ask why BLACK ZEN 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.
- Ask for BLACK ZEN with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request BLACK ZEN charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether BLACK ZEN fits the route.
FAQ
BLACK ZEN charter questions
Is BLACK ZEN 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 BLACK ZEN?
BLACK ZEN is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
What should I send before requesting BLACK ZEN?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Ibiza, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether BLACK ZEN fits the plan.