Overview
TAIBA yacht charter in Mediterranean
A TAIBA 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.
Columbus Yachts182m12 guests7 cabins
Charter fit
How to use TAIBA
TAIBA 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
TAIBA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 182'9 / 55.7m, 12 guests, 7 cabins, 2015 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 12 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
TAIBA suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 12 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 7 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for TAIBA, 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 TAIBA 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 TAIBA 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
- Columbus Yachts
- Length
- 182'9 / 55.7m
- Built
- 2015
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 7
- Crew
- 12
- Price context
- €275,000 p/week + expenses Approx $323,000
- Cruising speed
- 12 Knots
- Model
- Classic 57M
- Beam
- 33'6 / 10.2m
- Draft
- 10'10 / 3.3m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
TAIBA is positioned around €275,000 p/week + expenses Approx $323,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Columbus Yachts build, 182m 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 TAIBA suits
Strong
Families and private groups
TAIBA 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
TAIBA by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 182m 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
TAIBA vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. TAIBA 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 TAIBA
Toys
When not cruising Taiba has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Principle among these is a Flyboard which is a must for any self-respecting thrill-seeker, prepare for supersize thrills - even beginners will enjoy the thrill of swooping skywards and ‘dolphining’ back into the water. Another excellent feature is a waterslide for hours of fun for all ages. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. If that isn't enough Taiba also features a seabob, kayaks, inflatable water toys, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Taiba has a Tender to transfer you from ship to shore. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Taiba this summer. She is also accepting bookings this winter on request. Showcasing meticulous craftsmanship coupled with high-end luxurious finishes, motor yacht Taiba certainly has the "wow" factor, along with state-of-the-art amenities and array of water toys, promising truly unforgettable yacht charters for even the most discerning guests.
Overview
The 55.7m/182'9" 'Taiba' motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Columbus Yachts is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 7 cabins. Built in 2015, Taiba boasts a multitude of decks ideal for relaxation and entertainment indoors or outdoors, ensuring guests will live la dolce vita on the open waters. She is equipped with a movie theatre, elevator and beach club.
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 MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 5,500 nautical miles at 13 knots. Taiba features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels.
Guest Accommodation
Taiba 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, one VIP cabin, three double cabins and two twin cabins. The master suite incorporates its own study and dressing room as well as a his and her bathroom. There are 12 beds in total, including 1 king, 4 queen, 4 singles and 3 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 12 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, particularly a state-of-the-art movie theatre for movie nights. The swimming pool is perfect for exercising or admiring a romantic sunrise. Head to the beach club and take advantage of indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Taiba benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, particularly an elevator, making any part of the yacht quickly and easily accessible. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Refined interiors
- Excellent alfresco areas
- Large owner's suite
- Selection of water toys
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Tender Garage
- Massage Room
- Outdoor Bar
- Sun Deck
- Foredeck Seating with Table
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Sunpads
- Swimming Pool
- Movie Theatre
- Beach Club
- Elevator
Water toys
- 3 x Jet-Skis
- 1 x Waterslide
- 5 x Inflatable water toys
- 10 x Snorkelling Equipment
- 1 x Flyboard
- 1 x Kayak
- 2 x Paddleboards More Stand up
- 2 x Seabobs
Tenders
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€310,000 p/week + expenses Approx $364,000
Mediterranean · France · Monaco · Corsica · French Riviera
Winter Season
€310,000 p/week + expenses Approx $364,000
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether TAIBA's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether TAIBA's 7 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages.
- Ask why TAIBA 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.
- Ask for TAIBA with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request TAIBA charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether TAIBA fits the route.
FAQ
TAIBA charter questions
Is TAIBA 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 TAIBA?
TAIBA 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 TAIBA?
For TAIBA, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.