JFA Yachts82m8 guests3 cabins
IKIGAI 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.
JFA Yachts · Monaco · French Riviera
Overview
IKIGAI 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.
Charter fit
IKIGAI 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
IKIGAI should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 82'5 / 25.13m, 8 guests, 3 cabins, 2002 | 2018 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
Use IKIGAI when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 82'5 / 25.13m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the route protects hosting time on deck.
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.
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. 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.
A fair shortlist should explain why IKIGAI 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
Charter price
IKIGAI is positioned around €28,000 p/week + expenses Approx $33,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
JFA Yachts build, 82m class
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.
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
Check layout
IKIGAI can work for private groups when the day plan and guest count fit the onboard layout.
Strong
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Selective
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
Inspect style
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
5/5
The 82m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. IKIGAI 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
When not cruising Ikigai has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Principle among these are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Extreme sports fans will appreciate the included Kite Surfers. 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 Ikigai also features a seabob, wakeboards, fishing equipment, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Ikigai features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 3.96m/13' SC Outboard to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Ikigai is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Ikigai Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Ikigai is a unique sail yacht and the ideal platform for an adventure charter that will guarantee unforgettable memories.
The 25.07m/82'3" 'Ikigai' sail yacht built by shipyard JFA Yachts is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 3 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by J.J. Miret. Boasting ample deck spaces for sunbathing and relaxation, voluminous sailing yacht Ikigai is built for global cruising.
Ikigai is built with a aluminium hull and GRP superstructure. Powered by 1 x Yanmar engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 10 knots with a range of up to 622 nautical miles from her 1,500 litre fuel tanks at 9 knots.
Families will particularly love Ikigai thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2002, She offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests with a layout comprising a master suite and two twin cabins. There are 5 beds in total, including 1 king, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 2 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
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
Commercial
€32,000 p/week + expenses Approx $37,500
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics
€28,000 p/week + expenses Approx $33,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics
Cruising
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether IKIGAI fits the route.
FAQ
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.
IKIGAI 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 IKIGAI fits the plan.
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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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