Alloy Yachts173m10 guests5 cabins
Alloy Yachts · Mediterranean · Malta · Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts · Cannes · French Riviera · Sardinia · St Tropez
Overview
DRUMBEAT is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Charter fit
DRUMBEAT 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 high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
DRUMBEAT should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 173'11 / 53m, 10 guests, 5 cabins, 2002 | 2022 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
Use DRUMBEAT when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 173'11 / 53m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
For Balearic Yacht, the route should start with Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages. That keeps the charter practical around Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should decide early between Ibiza social energy, Formentera water, Mallorca comfort, or Menorca calm.
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.
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a high-service event charter.
A fair shortlist should explain why DRUMBEAT 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.
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
Profile
Set against the backdrop of your chosen cruising ground, you and your guests can enjoy fun on the water with the collection of water toys and accessories aboard Drumbeat. Principle among these are two Topaz Race X sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. Additionally, there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If you or a member of your party loves diving, then you'll appreciate the dive compressor and diving equipment. If that isn't enough Drumbeat also features wakeboards, kayaks, a WindSurfer, fishing equipment and snorkelling equipment. Drumbeat features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 6.2m/20'4" Castoldi RIB to transport you in style.
The 53m/173'11" sail yacht 'Drumbeat' by the New Zealander shipyard Alloy Yachts offers flexible accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by New Zealander designer Alloy Yachts. For the ultimate sailing experience, Drumbeat offers the perfect mix of luxurious living coupled with plenty of adventure once her sails are unfurled. Step aboard and experience the magic of a sailing yacht charter for yourself.
Swimming platform descends below the water for easy access to yacht for scuba diving & other water sporting activities. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Drumbeat 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. Drumbeat, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.
Drumbeat is built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure. Drumbeat comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 14 knots with a range of up to 8,000 nautical miles from her 49,200 litre fuel tanks.
Drumbeat is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2002, She offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 8 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 doubles, 4 singles and 1 pullman. She is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Drumbeat is easy thanks to the available amenities such as a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine. 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. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Onboard
Commercial
€210,000 p/week + expenses Approx $247,000
Mediterranean · Malta · Cannes · French Riviera · Sardinia · St Tropez
POA
Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts
Cruising
Mediterranean · Malta · Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts · Cannes · French Riviera · Sardinia · St Tropez
Planning notes
FAQ
Yes, if the route is planned around Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
DRUMBEAT 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.
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Ibiza, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether DRUMBEAT fits the plan.
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Trust & booking clarity
We help guests move from enquiry to booking with the right checks in place: suitable yachts, transparent terms, safety context and partner brokers who understand professional charter standards.
Learn about MYBAYour request is reviewed with professional charter partners, including brokers who are members of MYBA The Worldwide Yachting Association when the yacht, contract or market requires it.
Before a deposit, you see the yacht, route assumption, inclusions, exclusions, payment schedule, cancellation terms and any APA, VAT, fuel or delivery notes.
Crew, insurance, weather, guest comfort, tender access and local captain decisions are treated as part of the booking, not details to solve on the day.
A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.
We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.
The shortlist should clarify the exact yacht, dates, guest count, boarding point, route, price assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.
MYBA is a recognised professional association in superyachting. Working with MYBA-member brokers helps align complex charters with established professional standards and widely used charter documentation.
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