Overview
THUMPER yacht charter in Mediterranean
A THUMPER 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.
Sunseeker131m12 guests5 cabins
Charter fit
How to use THUMPER
THUMPER 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
THUMPER should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 131'5 / 40.05m, 12 guests, 5 cabins, 2014 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
- 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
THUMPER 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. 5 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for THUMPER, 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 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. 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 THUMPER 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 THUMPER 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
- Sunseeker
- Length
- 131'5 / 40.05m
- Built
- 2014
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 9
- Price context
- €168,000 p/week + expenses Approx $197,500
- Cruising speed
- 14 Knots
- Model
- 40 Metre Yacht
- Beam
- 26'7 / 8.09m
- Draft
- 9'4 / 2.85m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
THUMPER is positioned around €168,000 p/week + expenses Approx $197,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Sunseeker build, 131m 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 THUMPER suits
Strong
Families and private groups
THUMPER 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
THUMPER by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 131m 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
THUMPER vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. THUMPER 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 THUMPER
Toys
Thumper has a good selection of water toys and accessories to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these are Aquaglide waterslides 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. Additionally, there are towable toys offering fun and adventure. If that isn't enough Thumper also features waterskis, a seabob, wakeboards and paddleboards. When it's time to travel from land to see, it couldn't be easier with a Williams Jet Tender. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Thumper is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Thumper Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Luxury motor yacht Thumper is one of a kind, offering world-class onboard amenities coupled with an overflowing toy box full of the latest water sports gear for unforgettable yacht charters wherever you are.
Overview
The 40.05m/131'5" motor yacht 'Thumper' by the British shipyard Sunseeker offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by British designer Sunseeker. Motor yacht Thumper boasts a wealth of convivial spaces, perfect for luxury yacht charters with families of friends, offering ample opportunities to kick back and relax, or enjoy the water on the yacht's array of water toys, the choice is yours.
Performance Range
Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 14 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 24 knots with a range of up to 1,500 nautical miles from her 23,000 litre fuel tanks at 10 knots. 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
Families will particularly love Thumper thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2014, She offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 9 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 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 including 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 including 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
- One of the largest Sunseekers in the global charter fleet
- Chic and relaxed beach house style interior
- Leathers
- pale timbers and semi-precious stones
- Drop-down side balconies
- Bespoke furnishings and artworks
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Stabilizers Underway
- Wi-Fi
- ipod Docking
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite TV
Water toys
- 2 x 2 seat SeaDoo Spark Trixx 90HP Jet-Skis
- 1 x Seabob
- 2 x Paddleboards
- Towable Toys
- Wake Board
- Water-Ski
- Aquaglide Waterslide
- Inflatable water park
Tenders
- 1 x Williams 565 Jet Tender
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€189,000 p/week + expenses Approx $222,000
Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics
Winter Season
€189,000 p/week + expenses Approx $222,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether THUMPER's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether THUMPER's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
- Ask why THUMPER 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 THUMPER, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on Mediterranean and Ibiza.
Availability
Request THUMPER charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether THUMPER fits the route.
FAQ
THUMPER charter questions
Is THUMPER 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 THUMPER?
THUMPER 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 THUMPER?
For THUMPER, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.