Overview
WEATHERBIRD yacht charter in Mediterranean
A WEATHERBIRD 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.
Chantelot & Lemaistr98m8 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use WEATHERBIRD
WEATHERBIRD 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
WEATHERBIRD should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 98'5 / 30m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 1931 | 2021 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 8 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
WEATHERBIRD suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 8 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 4 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for WEATHERBIRD, 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 WEATHERBIRD 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 WEATHERBIRD 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
- Chantelot & Lemaistr
- Length
- 98'5 / 30m
- Built
- 1931 | 2021 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 4
- Price context
- €45,000 p/week + expenses Approx $53,000
- Cruising speed
- 7.5 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 21'4 / 6.5m
- Draft
- 11'6 / 3.5m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
WEATHERBIRD is positioned around €45,000 p/week + expenses Approx $53,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Chantelot & Lemaistr build, 98m 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 WEATHERBIRD suits
Strong
Families and private groups
WEATHERBIRD 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.
Selective
Event or hosting briefs
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
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
WEATHERBIRD by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 98m 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
WEATHERBIRD vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. WEATHERBIRD 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 WEATHERBIRD
Toys
Onboard Weatherbird has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. When it's time to travel from land to see, it couldn't be easier with a 3.85m/12'8" Williams Jet Tenders Tender. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Weatherbird is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Weatherbird Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Weatherbird is a unique classic yacht and the ideal platform for an adventure charter that will guarantee unforgettable memories.
Overview
The 30.48m/100' 'Weatherbird' classic yacht built by shipyard Chantelot & Lemaistre is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. The eternally elegant Weatherbird will take your breath away as she unfurls her sails and sets a course to her next destination. Offering a wealth of luxurious spacious living areas befitting her pedigree build, a yacht charter aboard this classic vessel has all the ingredients to be truly magical.
Performance Range
Weatherbird is built with a wood hull and wood superstructure. Weatherbird comfortably cruises at 7 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 11 knots with a range of up to 1,000 nautical miles from her 2,500 litre fuel tanks at 9 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 1931, Weatherbird offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite, one double cabin and two twin cabins. There are 6 beds in total, including 2 doubles and 4 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Weatherbird is easy thanks to the available amenities, notably a stunning fireplace, providing the perfect place to curl up and relax. You and your guests can enjoy an evening of entertainment with the beautiful on board piano. Weatherbird benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, notably 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
Amenities
- Piano
- Fireplace
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite TV
Water toys
- Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 Jet-Ski
Tenders
- 1 x 12'8 / 3.85m Williams Jet Tenders Tender
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€45,000 p/week + expenses Approx $53,000
Mediterranean · Greece · Turkey · Mykonos
Winter Season
€40,000 p/week + expenses Approx $47,000
Mediterranean · Greece · Turkey · Mykonos
Cruising
Regions
Balearics · Ibiza · Mallorca · Menorca · Formentera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether WEATHERBIRD's 8 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether WEATHERBIRD's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages.
- Ask why WEATHERBIRD 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 WEATHERBIRD with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request WEATHERBIRD charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether WEATHERBIRD fits the route.
FAQ
WEATHERBIRD charter questions
Is WEATHERBIRD 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 WEATHERBIRD?
WEATHERBIRD 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 WEATHERBIRD?
For WEATHERBIRD, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.