SFCN276m32 guests16 cabins
SFCN · Mediterranean · Croatia · Greece · Montenegro · Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Mykonos
Overview
LE PONANT is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. 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
LE PONANT 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 high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
LE PONANT should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 276'8 / 84.33m, 32 guests, 16 cabins, 1990 | 2022 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
Use LE PONANT when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 276'8 / 84.33m, 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: availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting LE PONANT as confirmed.
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 LE PONANT is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs, then compare rates and availability.
The main caveat is simple: availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting LE PONANT as confirmed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Profile
Le Ponant has a good selection of water toys and accessories to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these are two kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. Additionally, there are WindSurfers - addictive and great fun. If that isn't enough Le Ponant also features scuba diving equipment, inflatable water toys and paddleboards. When it's time to travel from land to see, it couldn't be easier with a Zodiac Expedition. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Le Ponant this summer. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. Motor/sailer yacht Le Ponant is an outstanding pedigree yacht that delivers on all fronts for superlative luxury yacht vacations.
The 84.33m/276'8" motor/sailer yacht 'Le Ponant' by shipyard SFCN offers flexible accommodation for up to 32 guests in 16 cabins. With an abundance of space and superlative amenities across her luxurious decks, you'll be spoilt for choice on a luxury yacht charter aboard Le Ponant.
Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Le Ponant comfortably cruises at 10 knots.
Built in 1990, Le Ponant offers guest accommodation for up to 32 guests in 16 suites.
Le Ponant 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. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Onboard
Commercial
€483,000 p/week + expenses Approx $567,500
Mediterranean · Croatia · Greece · Montenegro · Mykonos
€483,000 p/week + expenses Approx $567,500
Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts
Cruising
Mediterranean · Croatia · Greece · Montenegro · Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Mykonos
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.
LE PONANT 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.
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Ibiza, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether LE PONANT fits the plan.
Next
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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