Overview
DHAMMA II yacht charter in Ibiza
DHAMMA II is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Arcadia85m12 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use DHAMMA II
DHAMMA II 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
DHAMMA II should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Ibiza and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 85'4 / 26m, 12 guests, 4 cabins, 2011 | 2023 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
- Port logic
- match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic
- Compare by
- ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier
- Watch-out
- the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change
Best charter fit
Use DHAMMA II when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 85'4 / 26m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Route planning
For Luxury Yacht Charter, the route should start with Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising. That keeps the charter practical around matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic.
Before confirming dates
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. The broker note should be honest about limits: the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change.
On-board atmosphere
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a larger group day where deck flow matters.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why DHAMMA II is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Arcadia
- Length
- 85'4 / 26m
- Built
- 2011 | 2023 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 4
- Price context
- €54,000 p/week + expenses Approx $63,500
- Cruising speed
- 10 Knots
- Model
- A85
- Beam
- 23'5 / 7.15m
- Draft
- 5'5 / 1.65m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
DHAMMA II is positioned around €54,000 p/week + expenses Approx $63,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Arcadia build, 85m 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 DHAMMA II suits
Strong
Families and private groups
DHAMMA II 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
DHAMMA II by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 85m 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
DHAMMA II vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. DHAMMA II 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 DHAMMA II
Toys
When not cruising Dhamma II has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. In addition there are two F5S SEABOBs, that allow you to skim along the surface or steer under the crystal water and experience life swimming with the fish. Dhamma II has a 5.19m/17' Williams Jet Tenders Tender to transfer you from ship to shore. Dhamma II offers you and your guests the perfect platform from which to enjoy your next luxury yacht charter. Please enquire for details of her summer and forthcoming winter cruising grounds and availability. Dhamma II is a unique motor yacht and the ideal platform for an adventure charter that will guarantee unforgettable memories.
Overview
The 25.9m/85' 'Dhamma II' motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Arcadia is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 4 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Italian designer Francesco Guida. Built in 2011, Dhamma II's bespoke fittings and design ensure guests can explore the ocean's wonders in style and comfort.
Performance Range
Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Dhamma II comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 1,500 nautical miles from her 6,300 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots. Her low draft of 1.65m/5'5" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines.
Guest Accommodation
Dhamma II offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 4 suites. 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 including 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
Special features
- 1
- 500nm range
- Interior design from Francesco Guida
- Sleeps 12 guests
- 5.19m/17' Williams Jet Tenders Tender
- Able to access shallow bays and coves
Amenities
- Stabilizers Underway
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming platform
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Sunpads
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- 1 x Stand-up Jet-Ski
- 2 x F5S Seabobs
- 2 x Efoils Foilboard
- 2 x Paddleboards
Tenders
- 1 x 17' / 5.19m Williams Jet Tenders SportJet 520 Tender
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€62,000 p/week + expenses Approx $73,000
Ibiza · The Balearics
Winter Season
€54,000 p/week + expenses Approx $63,500
Ibiza · The Balearics
Cruising
Regions
Mediterranean · Caribbean · Bahamas · Croatia · Greece
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether DHAMMA II's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether DHAMMA II's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising.
- Ask why DHAMMA II beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
- Confirm the port plan: match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic.
- When requesting DHAMMA II, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request DHAMMA II charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether DHAMMA II fits the route.
FAQ
DHAMMA II charter questions
Is DHAMMA II a good fit for Ibiza?
Yes, if the route is planned around matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider DHAMMA II?
DHAMMA II is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Ibiza.
What should I send before requesting DHAMMA II?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Ibiza and Mediterranean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether DHAMMA II fits the plan.