RHEA

Ark Yacht177m26 guests13 cabins

Ark Yacht · Mediterranean · Greece · Italy · Turkey · Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Amalfi Coast · Mykonos · Sardinia · Virgin Islands

Overview

RHEA yacht charter in Mediterranean

A RHEA 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.

Ark Yacht177m26 guests13 cabins

Charter fit

How to use RHEA

RHEA 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

RHEA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 177'2 / 54m, 26 guests, 13 cabins, 2017 against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a high-service event charter
Guest profile
26 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

RHEA suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 26 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 13 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.

Where to use it

Mediterranean can work well for RHEA, 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 RHEA 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 RHEA 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
Ark Yacht
Model
Custom
Built / refit
2017
Length
177'2 / 54m
Beam
31'10 / 9.7m
Draft
13'11 / 4.25m
Cruising speed
11 Knots
Guests
26
Cabins
13
Crew
10

Profile

About RHEA

Toys

Equipped with a selection of water-toys RHEA lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Principle among these are sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. 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. If that isn't enough RHEA also features kayaks, scuba diving equipment, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. RHEA features two tenders, but leading the pack is a Tender to transport you in style. RHEA and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. 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 classic yacht. RHEA, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.

Overview

The 54.6m/179'2" classic yacht 'RHEA' by shipyard Ark Yacht offers flexible accommodation for up to 26 guests in 13 cabins. Beautifully maintained, luxury yacht charters aboard the magnificent RHEA promise to be nothing short of spectacular. Showcasing a classic hull and rigging, this iconic yacht is certainly no wallflower.

Performance Range

RHEA comfortably cruises at 11 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 12 knots.

Guest Accommodation

RHEA offers excellent versatility with her thirteen cabin layout, seldom seem in a charter yacht of her size. Built in 2017, She offers guest accommodation for up to 26 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, nine double cabins and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

RHEA benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, 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

Experience

Special features

  • Thirteen cabins
  • Sleeps 26 guests
  • Tender

Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Sunpads
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • 2 x Kayaks
  • Wake Board
  • Paddleboard
  • Water-Ski
  • Doughnuts
  • Scuba Diving Equipment
  • Sail Boat
  • Tube
  • Snorkelling Equipment

Tenders

  • 1 x Tender 25 HP engine
  • 1 x Tender 60 HP engine

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€99,000 p/week + expenses Approx $116,500

Mediterranean · Greece · Italy · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Mykonos · Sardinia

Winter Season

€99,000 p/week + expenses Approx $116,500

Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Virgin Islands

Cruising

Regions

Mediterranean · Greece · Italy · Turkey · Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Amalfi Coast · Mykonos · Sardinia · Virgin Islands

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether RHEA's 26 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether RHEA's 13 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages.
  • Ask why RHEA 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 RHEA, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.

FAQ

RHEA charter questions

Is RHEA 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 RHEA?

RHEA 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 RHEA?

For RHEA, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.

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