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
Mediterranean · Caribbean · Bahamas · Croatia · Greece
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.