Overview
HOUBARA yacht charter in Mediterranean
A HOUBARA 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 Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages and whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
Sunreef Yachts78m6 guests3 cabins
Charter fit
How to use HOUBARA
HOUBARA 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
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
HOUBARA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 78'8 / 23.99m, 6 guests, 3 cabins, 2012 | 2024 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 6 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
- Port logic
- decide early between Ibiza social energy, Formentera water, Mallorca comfort, or Menorca calm
- 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
HOUBARA suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 6 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 3 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for HOUBARA, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
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. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare HOUBARA on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for HOUBARA 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
- Sunreef Yachts
- Length
- 78'8 / 23.99m
- Built
- 2012 | 2024 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
- Crew
- 3
- Price context
- €34,000 p/week + expenses Approx $40,000
- Cruising speed
- 9 Knots
- Model
- Sunreef 82 DD
- Beam
- 36'9 / 11.2m
- Draft
- 6'7 / 2m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
HOUBARA is positioned around €34,000 p/week + expenses Approx $40,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Sunreef Yachts build, 78m 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 HOUBARA suits
Check layout
Families and private groups
HOUBARA can work for private groups when the day plan and guest count fit the onboard layout.
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
HOUBARA by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 78m 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
HOUBARA vs newer 60m+ superyachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. HOUBARA 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 HOUBARA
Toys
Equipped with a selection of water-toys Houbara lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Another excellent feature are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. In addition there are wakeboards so guests can show off at speed. Houbara also sports a 5.5m/18'1" Zodiac Tender to transport you with ease. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Houbara this summer. She is also accepting bookings this winter on request. A charter on catamaran yacht Houbara will offer you a week of unforgettable family memories
Overview
The 25m/82' 'Houbara' catamaran yacht built by the Polish shipyard Sunreef Yachts is available for charter for up to 6 guests in 3 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Polish designer Sunreef Yachts. For those looking for a little more space without compromising on luxury, Houbara has everything you need. Boasting a wealth of spacious living areas and charter-focused amenities, this yacht is purpose-built for fabulous vacations with families and friends.
Performance Range
Houbara is built with a composite hull and composite superstructure. Powered by twin Cummins engines, she comfortably cruises at 9 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 12 knots with a range of up to 2,400 nautical miles from her 8,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2012, Houbara offers guest accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 suites comprising a master suite, one double cabin and one twin cabin. She is also capable of carrying up to 3 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Houbara such as a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Houbara benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter 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
- Impressive 2
- 400nm range
- Recent refit in 2024
- Interior design from Sunreef Yachts
- Sleeps 6 guests
- 5.5m/18'1" Zodiac Tender
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- Jet-Ski
- Wake Board
- Water-Ski
- Doughnut
- Scuba Diving Equipment
Tenders
- 18'1 / 5.5m Zodiac Tender 80 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€37,999 p/week + expenses Approx $44,500
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Winter Season
€42,000 p/week + expenses Approx $49,500
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether HOUBARA's 6 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether HOUBARA's 3 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages.
- Ask why HOUBARA beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
- Confirm the port plan: decide early between Ibiza social energy, Formentera water, Mallorca comfort, or Menorca calm.
- When requesting HOUBARA, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request HOUBARA charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether HOUBARA fits the route.
FAQ
HOUBARA charter questions
Is HOUBARA a good fit for Mediterranean?
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.
Who should consider HOUBARA?
HOUBARA 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 HOUBARA?
For HOUBARA, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.