ARCHIPEL I

Custom88m16 guests8 cabins

Custom · South America

Overview

ARCHIPEL I yacht charter in Caribbean

ARCHIPEL I 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. Custom, 88'7 / 27m, 16 guests The strongest fit is a high-service event charter around Caribbean and Mediterranean, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.

Custom88m16 guests8 cabins

Charter fit

How to use ARCHIPEL I

ARCHIPEL I 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

ARCHIPEL I should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Caribbean and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 88'7 / 27m, 16 guests, 8 cabins, 2003 | 2019 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a high-service event charter
Guest profile
16 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
Route style
Mediterranean summer routes; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
Port logic
confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season
Compare by
compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Caribbean
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

ARCHIPEL I 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 high-service event charter, and a route shaped around Mediterranean summer routes.

Local route logic

The local decision is less about distance and more about timing. Around Caribbean and Mediterranean, ARCHIPEL I should be planned with boarding point, lunch stop, swim time, and return window in one brief. In practice, confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.

Planning window

peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. 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. ARCHIPEL I should be evaluated against that rhythm, not only against specs.

Shortlist logic

ARCHIPEL I 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 Caribbean and Mediterranean.

Broker caveat

Ask the broker to state the limitation as plainly as the advantage. For ARCHIPEL I, 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
Custom
Length
88'7 / 27m
Built
2003 | 2019 (Refitted)
Guests
16
Cabins
8
Crew
9
Price context
$73,520 p/week + expenses
Cruising speed
10 Knots
Model
Custom
Beam
36'1 / 11m
Draft
-

Charter price

What the charter price is really buying

ARCHIPEL I is positioned around $73,520 p/week + expenses, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.

Build and scale

Custom build, 88m 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 ARCHIPEL I suits

Strong

Families and private groups

ARCHIPEL I 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

ARCHIPEL I by charter criteria

Space and comfort

5/5

The 88m 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

ARCHIPEL I vs newer 80m+ yachts

Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. ARCHIPEL I 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 ARCHIPEL I

Toys

Onboard Archipel I has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these are two Zodiac Inflatable sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. In addition there is a kayak - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. Based in the magical waters of South America all year round Archipel I is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Archipel I Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the South America. Catamaran yacht Archipel I boasts an impressive array of outstanding amenities for truly out-of-this-world charter vacations that you’ll never forget.

Overview

The 27m/88'7" catamaran yacht 'Archipel I' by shipyard Custom offers flexible accommodation for up to 16 guests in 8 cabins. Built in 2003, Archipel I celebrates the ocean in style, offering relaxed luxury with her abundance of deck space and grants access to the world's most beautiful, hard-to-reach anchorages thanks to her shallow draft.

Performance Range

Archipel I is built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure. Archipel I comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 10 knots. With a shallow draft of Archipel I can anchor closer to coves and sheltered bays overnight.

Guest Accommodation

Archipel I is notable for her eight cabin layout, offering great flexibility for a charter yacht of this size. She offers guest accommodation for up to 16 guests with a layout comprising six double cabins and two cabins that can operate as twins or doubles. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

Archipel I benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including air conditioning to keep your comfortable throughout your charter.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Sleeps 16 guests
  • Shallow draft and fast speeds for reef exploration

Amenities

  • Exterior Bar
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • 2 x Zodiac Inflatable Sail Boats
  • 4 x 2 Person Kayaks
  • 1 x 1 Person Kayak
  • Snorkelling Equipment

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

$73,520 p/week + expenses

South America

Winter Season

$83,120 p/week + expenses

South America

Cruising

Regions

South America

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether ARCHIPEL I's 16 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether ARCHIPEL I's 8 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Mediterranean summer routes.
  • Ask why ARCHIPEL I beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
  • Confirm the port plan: confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.
  • For ARCHIPEL I, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on Caribbean and Mediterranean.

Availability

Request ARCHIPEL I charter availability

Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether ARCHIPEL I fits the route.

FAQ

ARCHIPEL I charter questions

Is ARCHIPEL I a good fit for Caribbean?

Yes, if the route is planned around balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider ARCHIPEL I?

ARCHIPEL I 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 ARCHIPEL I?

Send dates, number of guests, preferred start port, and any must-do stops for ARCHIPEL I. That gives the charter team enough context to check availability and realistic alternatives.

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What is checked before I pay?

The shortlist should clarify the exact yacht, dates, guest count, boarding point, route, price assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.

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  • Families ask for clear safety, shade, cabins and weather backup before they book.
  • Corporate groups want written timing, access and service expectations before deposit.

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