Overview
SEAHORSE yacht charter in Mediterranean
A SEAHORSE 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.
Amels173m12 guests6 cabins
Charter fit
How to use SEAHORSE
SEAHORSE 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
SEAHORSE should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 173'11 / 53m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 1999 | 2019 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
- Guest profile
- 12 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
SEAHORSE suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a private celebration or corporate hosting brief. The 12 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 6 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for SEAHORSE, 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 SEAHORSE 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 SEAHORSE 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
- Amels
- Length
- 173'11 / 53m
- Built
- 1999 | 2019 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 13
- Price context
- €190,000 p/week + expenses Approx $223,000
- Cruising speed
- 12 Knots
- Model
- Tigre D'Or 50
- Beam
- 29'6 / 9m
- Draft
- 10'6 / 3.2m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
SEAHORSE is positioned around €190,000 p/week + expenses Approx $223,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Amels build, 173m 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 SEAHORSE suits
Strong
Families and private groups
SEAHORSE 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
SEAHORSE by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 173m 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
SEAHORSE vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. SEAHORSE 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 SEAHORSE
Toys
Seahorse has aboard a plentiful range of water toys and accessories ready to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. Another excellent feature are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there is a Conelly waterski that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Seahorse also features a seabob, kayaks, fishing equipment, scuba diving equipment, inflatable water toys and much more. Seahorse features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 6m/19'8" Castoldi Jet Tender to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Seahorse is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Seahorse Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. This ocean-going luxury charter motor yacht carries up to 13 professional crew who will cater to your every need.
Overview
The award winning 52m/170'7" motor yacht 'Seahorse' by the Dutch shipyard Amels offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and features interior styling by English designer Terence Disdale. Built in 1999, Seahorse boasts a multitude of decks ideal for relaxation and entertainment indoors or outdoors, ensuring guests will live la dolce vita on the open waters.
Performance Range
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. Powered by twin Cummins engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 14 knots with a range of up to 6,800 nautical miles from her 119,100 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.
Guest Accommodation
Seahorse is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. She offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins, two twin cabins and one single cabin. The bed configuration includes 1 king, 2 queen, 5 singles and 1 pullman. She is also capable of carrying up to 13 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Seahorse, particularly a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. 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
- Flexible accommodation setup
- Approved RYA water sports centre
- Well-appointed sundeck with Jacuzzi
- Regularly updated and immaculately maintained
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Stabilizers Underway
- Gym Equipment
- Exterior Bar
- Sun Deck
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming platform
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Sunpads
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
- BBQ
Water toys
- 1 x 2 seat Seadoo RXT 300 RS Jet-Ski
- 2 x F5s Seabobs
- Inflatable jet-ski dock
- 2 x SUP Paddleboards
- 4 x Inflatable Kayaks
- 1 x Conelly Water-Ski
- 1 x Jobe Slalom Water-Ski
- 1 x Jobe Kneeboard
- Inflatable water toy More Mini inflatable park (trampoline & log)
- 6 x Scuba Diving Equipment
- 1 x Cargo Net
- Towable Toys
Tenders
- 1 x 19'8 / 6m Castoldi Jet Tender
- 1 x 20'3 / 6.17m Ribeye Yamaha 150 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€250,000 p/week + expenses Approx $293,500
Mediterranean · Greece · Turkey · Mykonos
Winter Season
€250,000 p/week + expenses Approx $293,500
Mediterranean · Greece · Turkey · Mykonos
Cruising
Regions
Balearics · Ibiza · Mallorca · Menorca · Formentera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether SEAHORSE's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether SEAHORSE's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Menorca coves with a calmer family pace.
- Ask why SEAHORSE 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 SEAHORSE, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request SEAHORSE charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether SEAHORSE fits the route.
FAQ
SEAHORSE charter questions
Is SEAHORSE 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 SEAHORSE?
SEAHORSE 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 SEAHORSE?
For SEAHORSE, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.