Overview
RIVA yacht charter in Mediterranean
A RIVA 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 turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca and whether the route protects hosting time on deck.
Custom158m36 guests18 cabins
Charter fit
How to use RIVA
RIVA 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
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
RIVA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 158'2 / 48.2m, 36 guests, 18 cabins, 2018 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
- Guest profile
- 36 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Menorca coves with a calmer family pace; strongest when the route protects hosting time on deck
- Port logic
- shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing
- 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
RIVA suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a private celebration or corporate hosting brief. The 36 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 18 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for RIVA, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when the route protects hosting time on deck.
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. Water toys and tenders make the day more active when the anchorage is right. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare RIVA on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Menorca coves with a calmer family pace easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for RIVA 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
- Custom
- Length
- 158'2 / 48.2m
- Built
- 2018
- Guests
- 36
- Cabins
- 18
- Crew
- 12
- Price context
- €69,000 p/week + expenses Approx $81,000
- Cruising speed
- 9 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 28'3 / 8.6m
- Draft
- 8'2 / 2.5m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
RIVA is positioned around €69,000 p/week + expenses Approx $81,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Custom build, 158m 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 RIVA suits
Strong
Families and private groups
RIVA gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
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.
Strong
Event or hosting briefs
The guest profile supports larger private groups when service flow, boarding and deck use are planned early.
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
RIVA by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 158m 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
RIVA vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. RIVA 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 RIVA
Toys
Riva knows a thing or two about fun on the water, with a selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to enjoy whilst on charter. Principle among these are towable toys offering fun and adventure. Also there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Additionally, there are kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Riva also features fishing equipment, inflatable water toys, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Riva is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Riva Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. With a highly experienced and talented crew of 12, you can be sure that each and every need will be met and exceeded while on board this prestigious motor yacht.
Overview
The 48.2m/158'2" motor yacht 'Riva' by shipyard Custom offers flexible accommodation for up to 36 guests in 18 cabins. Built in 2018, Riva offers beautifully proportioned decks for exquisite indoor/outdoor living during a luxury yacht charter . She has sensational features such as a movie theatre and gym.
Performance Range
Riva comfortably cruises at 9 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Riva offers excellent versatility with her eighteen cabin layout, seldom seem in a charter yacht of her size. She offers guest accommodation for up to 36 guests with a layout comprising fifteen double cabins and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 12 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Riva, particularly a state-of-the-art movie theatre for movie nights. A gym with all the latest equipment is available for a good work out and in addition sit back with a glass of champagne in the deck jacuzzi. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you, particularly 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
Experience
Special features
- Comfortable Movie Theatre
- Eighteen cabins
- Sleeps 36 guests
Amenities
- Exterior Bar
- Sun Deck
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming platform
- Sunpads
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Movie Theatre
- Gym
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- Kayak
- Paddleboard
- Water-Ski
- Inflatable water toys
- Towable Toys
- Fishing Equipment
- Snorkelling Equipment
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€89,000 p/week + expenses Approx $104,500
Mediterranean · Croatia · Montenegro
Winter Season
€89,000 p/week + expenses Approx $104,500
Mediterranean · Croatia · Montenegro
Cruising
Regions
Balearics · Ibiza · Mallorca · Menorca · Formentera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether RIVA's 36 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether RIVA's 18 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Menorca coves with a calmer family pace.
- Ask why RIVA beats the nearest alternative for a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
- Confirm the port plan: shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing.
- When requesting RIVA, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request RIVA charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether RIVA fits the route.
FAQ
RIVA charter questions
Is RIVA a good fit for Mediterranean?
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.
Who should consider RIVA?
RIVA 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 RIVA?
For RIVA, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.