Baglietto137m11 guests5 cabins
A TIMBUKTU 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.
Baglietto · Monaco · French Riviera
Overview
A TIMBUKTU 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.
Charter fit
TIMBUKTU 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
TIMBUKTU should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 137'10 / 42m, 11 guests, 5 cabins, 2009 | 2021 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
TIMBUKTU suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 11 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 5 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Mediterranean can work well for TIMBUKTU, 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 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.
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.
Do not compare TIMBUKTU 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.
A good recommendation for TIMBUKTU 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
Charter price
TIMBUKTU is positioned around €139,000 p/week + expenses Approx $163,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Baglietto build, 137m class
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.
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
Strong
TIMBUKTU gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Selective
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
Inspect style
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
5/5
The 137m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. TIMBUKTU 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
Set against the backdrop of your chosen cruising ground, you and your guests can enjoy endless days of fun on the water with the exceptional collection of water toys and accessories aboard Timbuktu. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. Also there are four towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Timbuktu also features a seabob, wakeboards, kayaks, bikes and paddleboards. Timbuktu features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 12m/39'4" Scorpion RIB to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Timbuktu is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Timbuktu Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. With its superlative combination of luxurious styling and superb amenities, expedition yacht Timbuktu has everything you could possibly want for unforgettable yacht charter vacations.
The 41.8m/137'2" 'Timbuktu' expedition yacht built by the Italian shipyard Baglietto is available for charter for up to 11 guests in 5 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by English designer Bannenberg & Rowell. Offering a wealth of uncluttered spaces throughout, expedition yacht Timbuktu is tailor-made for adventures across the high seas; from the tropics to the poles, where all you need to do is kick-back, relax and enjoy the spectacular vistas as you cruise on by.
Built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 15 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 20 knots with a range of up to 2,000 nautical miles from her 41,730 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots. Her low draft of 2.2m/7'3" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines. 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.
Timbuktu is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2009, She offers guest accommodation for up to 11 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 10 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen, 5 singles, 1 pullman and 1 convertible. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Timbuktu is easy thanks to the available amenities such as a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine. Soak up the bubbles in style in the deck jacuzzi. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you such as 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
Commercial
€159,000 p/week + expenses Approx $187,000
Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Mykonos · Sardinia
€139,000 p/week + expenses Approx $163,500
Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Mykonos · Sardinia
Cruising
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether TIMBUKTU fits the route.
FAQ
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.
TIMBUKTU 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.
For TIMBUKTU, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.
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