Overview
ZIHUATANEJO yacht charter in Mediterranean
ZIHUATANEJO works best when the charter is planned around clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, not treated as another name in a list. Posillipo, 87'3 / 26.6m, 10 guests The strongest fit is a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.
Posillipo87m10 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use ZIHUATANEJO
ZIHUATANEJO 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
ZIHUATANEJO should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 87'3 / 26.6m, 10 guests, 4 cabins, 2004 | 2021 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 10 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
Who this yacht suits
ZIHUATANEJO is not a generic inventory pick. It is a better match when the client wants full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space, a larger group day where deck flow matters, and a route shaped around Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
Local route logic
The local decision is less about distance and more about timing. Around Mediterranean and Ibiza, ZIHUATANEJO should be planned with boarding point, lunch stop, swim time, and return window in one brief. In practice, treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop.
Planning window
May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. For this yacht, confirm preferred dates, guest count, cabin needs, and cruising area together so the quote reflects the real plan. the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board.
Guest experience
For guests, the difference is felt in pace: where people sit, how lunch is handled, where swimming fits, and how the return feels. ZIHUATANEJO should be evaluated against that rhythm, not only against specs.
Shortlist logic
ZIHUATANEJO should be compared against at least one alternative if the brief is flexible. The useful difference may be cabin layout, crew style, speed, toys, berth access, or how naturally the yacht fits Mediterranean and Ibiza.
Broker caveat
Ask the broker to state the limitation as plainly as the advantage. For ZIHUATANEJO, the check should cover availability, owner approval where relevant, cruising area, APA, fuel, and whether the planned route still works in real weather.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Posillipo
- Length
- 87'3 / 26.6m
- Built
- 2004 | 2021 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 4
- Price context
- €35,000 p/week + expenses Approx $41,000
- Cruising speed
- 17 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 20'8 / 6.3m
- Draft
- 6'5 / 1.95m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
ZIHUATANEJO is positioned around €35,000 p/week + expenses Approx $41,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Posillipo build, 87m 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 ZIHUATANEJO suits
Strong
Families and private groups
ZIHUATANEJO 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
ZIHUATANEJO by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 87m 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
ZIHUATANEJO vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. ZIHUATANEJO 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 ZIHUATANEJO
Toys
Equipped with a selection of water-toys Zihuatanejo lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. If that isn't enough Zihuatanejo also features scuba diving equipment, inflatable water toys and paddleboards. Zihuatanejo has a Zodiac Tender to transfer you from ship to shore. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Zihuatanejo is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Zihuatanejo Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Motor yacht Zihuatanejo boasts an impressive array of outstanding amenities for truly out-of-this-world charter vacations that you’ll never forget.
Overview
The 25.51m/83'8" motor yacht 'Zihuatanejo' by shipyard Posillipo offers flexible accommodation for up to 10 guests in 4 cabins. Built in 2004, Zihuatanejo is the ideal luxury yacht for kicking back and relaxing whilst on charter, showcasing clever use of space with an artful combination of integrated systems and luxurious features, she's a crowd-pleaser for sure.
Performance Range
Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she has impressive speed and great efficiency thanks to her planing hull. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 17 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 27 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Zihuatanejo offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you, 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
- Sun Deck
- Gym Equipment
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming platform
- Sunpads
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- Paddleboard
- Inflatable water toys
- Banana
- Scuba Diving Equipment
Tenders
- Zodiac Tender 40 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€40,000 p/week + expenses Approx $47,000
Mediterranean · Italy · Amalfi Coast · Sardinia
Winter Season
€40,000 p/week + expenses Approx $47,000
Mediterranean · Italy · Amalfi Coast · Sardinia
Cruising
Regions
Balearics · Ibiza · Mallorca · Menorca · Formentera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether ZIHUATANEJO's 10 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether ZIHUATANEJO's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
- Ask why ZIHUATANEJO 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.
- When requesting ZIHUATANEJO, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request ZIHUATANEJO charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether ZIHUATANEJO fits the route.
FAQ
ZIHUATANEJO charter questions
Is ZIHUATANEJO 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 ZIHUATANEJO?
ZIHUATANEJO is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The broker should compare the yacht against the occasion, the route length, and the level of privacy expected on board.
What should I send before requesting ZIHUATANEJO?
Send dates, number of guests, preferred start port, and any must-do stops for ZIHUATANEJO. That gives the charter team enough context to check availability and realistic alternatives.