Overview
KAWAI yacht charter in Mediterranean
A KAWAI 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.
Mangusta92m7 guests3 cabins
Charter fit
How to use KAWAI
KAWAI 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
KAWAI should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 92'10 / 28.3m, 7 guests, 3 cabins, 2010 | 2021 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 7 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
KAWAI suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 7 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 KAWAI, 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 KAWAI 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 KAWAI 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
- Mangusta
- Length
- 92'10 / 28.3m
- Built
- 2010 | 2021 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 7
- Cabins
- 3
- Crew
- 4
- Price context
- €55,000 p/week + expenses Approx $64,500
- Cruising speed
- 30 Knots
- Model
- Mangusta 92
- Beam
- 21'8 / 6.6m
- Draft
- 5'3 / 1.6m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
KAWAI is positioned around €55,000 p/week + expenses Approx $64,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Mangusta build, 92m 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 KAWAI suits
Check layout
Families and private groups
KAWAI 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
KAWAI by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 92m 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
KAWAI vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. KAWAI 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 KAWAI
Toys
Equipped with a selection of water-toys Kawai lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Principle among these are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Additionally, there are SEABOBs, offering a truly remarkable experience that lets you skim along the surface or swim with the fishes quietly and safely. If that isn't enough Kawai also features paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Kawai has a Williams Jet Tender to transfer you from ship to shore. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Kawai is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Kawai Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Kawai is a unique open yacht and the ideal platform for an adventure charter that will guarantee unforgettable memories.
Overview
The 28.27m/92'9" 'Kawai' open yacht built by the Italian shipyard Mangusta is available for charter for up to 7 guests in 3 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Italian designer Mangusta. Built in 2010, Kawai 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 MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 30 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 37 knots with a range of up to 300 nautical miles from her 8,800 litre fuel tanks at 34 knots. Her low draft of 1.6m/5'3" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines.
Guest Accommodation
Families will particularly love Kawai thanks to her child-friendly setup. She offers guest accommodation for up to 7 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, one double cabin and one twin cabin. There are 5 beds in total, including 1 king, 1 queen, 2 singles and 1 pullman. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 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 Mangusta
- Cruising speed of 30 knots
- Sleeps 7 guests
- Williams Jet Tender
- Able to access shallow bays and coves
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Outdoor Shower
- Swimming platform
- Sunpads
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite TV
Water toys
- Seabob
- Stand Up Paddleboard
- Water-Skis
- Snorkelling Equipment
Tenders
- Williams 395 Jet Tender with GPS
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€65,000 p/week + expenses Approx $76,500
Mediterranean · Italy · Amalfi Coast · Sardinia
Winter Season
€65,000 p/week + expenses Approx $76,500
Mediterranean · Italy · Amalfi Coast · Sardinia
Cruising
Regions
Balearics · Ibiza · Mallorca · Menorca · Formentera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether KAWAI's 7 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether KAWAI's 3 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages.
- Ask why KAWAI 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.
- Ask for KAWAI with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request KAWAI charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether KAWAI fits the route.
FAQ
KAWAI charter questions
Is KAWAI 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 KAWAI?
KAWAI 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 KAWAI?
For KAWAI, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.