SOJO

Benetti177m12 guests6 cabins

Benetti · Mediterranean · Greece

Overview

SOJO yacht charter in Mediterranean

A SOJO 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 beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

Benetti177m12 guests6 cabins

Charter fit

How to use SOJO

SOJO 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 larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

SOJO should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 177'2 / 54m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 1984 | 2025 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a larger group day where deck flow matters
Guest profile
12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
Route style
Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
Port logic
treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop
Compare by
ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier
Watch-out
the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change

When this yacht makes sense

SOJO suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a larger group day where deck flow matters. 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 SOJO, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

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 ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier.

Life on board

full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.

Compare before booking

Do not compare SOJO on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.

What to verify

A good recommendation for SOJO 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
Benetti
Model
Custom
Built / refit
1984 | 2025 (Refitted)
Length
177'2 / 54m
Beam
29'6 / 9m
Draft
11'4 / 3.46m
Cruising speed
12 Knots
Guests
12
Cabins
6
Crew
18

Profile

About SOJO

Toys

Sojo has a good selection of water toys and accessories to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these is a waterslide letting guests speed from the sun deck to the water in seconds. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Another excellent feature are two SEABOBs, offering a truly remarkable experience that lets you skim along the surface or swim with the fishes quietly and safely. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Sojo is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Sojo Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. With its luxurious interiors, vast array of onboard facilities and a highly-trained and professional crew, a luxury yacht vacation onboard motor yacht Sojo promises to be nothing short of spectacular.

Overview

The 53.87m/176'9" motor yacht 'Sojo' by the Italian shipyard Benetti offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and features interior styling by British designer Evan K Marshall. From bow to stern, Sojo is brimming with an fantastic array of social and dining areas, both inside and out, making her the ideal yacht for relaxing and entertaining whilst on charter.

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. Sojo comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 13 knots with a range of up to 2,890 nautical miles from her 147,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 1984, Sojo offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, two double cabins and two twin cabins. Additionally, there are 2 staff cabins aboard. She is also capable of carrying up to 18 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained such as a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Sojo benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter such as the underwater lights, adding spectacle and style after dark. With Wi-Fi connectivity you don't have to lose contact with the outside world, unless you want to or guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Impressive 2
  • 890nm range
  • Recent refit in 2025
  • Interior design from Evan K Marshall
  • Sleeps 12 guests

Amenities

  • Jacuzzi
  • Stabilizers Underway
  • Bow Thruster
  • Underwater Lights
  • Sun Deck
  • Foredeck Seating with Table
  • Wi-Fi
  • Swimming platform
  • At-Anchor Stabilizers
  • Sunpads
  • Deck Jacuzzi
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • 2 x 2 seat Jet-Skis
  • 4 x Paddleboards
  • 2 x Seabobs
  • 1 x Inflatable Pontoon
  • 1 x Waterslide
  • 1 x Doughnut

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€160,000 p/week + expenses Approx $188,000

Mediterranean · Greece

Winter Season

€160,000 p/week + expenses Approx $188,000

Mediterranean · Greece

Cruising

Regions

Mediterranean · Greece

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether SOJO's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether SOJO's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
  • Ask why SOJO beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
  • Confirm the port plan: treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop.
  • For SOJO, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on Mediterranean and Ibiza.

FAQ

SOJO charter questions

Is SOJO a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider SOJO?

SOJO 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 SOJO?

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

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