GALILEO

Picchiotti182m12 guests5 cabins

Picchiotti · Indian Ocean · Maldives · Seychelles · South East Asia · Myanmar (Burma) · Philippines · Thailand

Overview

GALILEO yacht charter in Bahamas

A GALILEO charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, the useful question is how a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status fits matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

Picchiotti182m12 guests5 cabins

Charter fit

How to use GALILEO

GALILEO is best considered for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, with a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. 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

GALILEO should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Bahamas and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 182'9 / 55.7m, 12 guests, 5 cabins, 2011 | 2023 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a larger group day where deck flow matters
Guest profile
12 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
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
compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone
Watch-out
the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed

When this yacht makes sense

GALILEO suits larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting when the brief is a larger group day where deck flow matters. The 12 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 5 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.

Where to use it

Bahamas can work well for GALILEO, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

Season and booking notes

Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. A useful shortlist should also explain why compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone.

Life on board

a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.

Compare before booking

Do not compare GALILEO on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.

What to verify

A good recommendation for GALILEO 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
Picchiotti
Length
182'9 / 55.7m
Built
2011 | 2023 (Refitted)
Guests
12
Cabins
5
Crew
11
Price context
€280,000 p/week + expenses Approx $329,000
Cruising speed
12 Knots
Model
Custom
Beam
34'1 / 10.4m
Draft
9'10 / 3m

Charter price

What the charter price is really buying

GALILEO is positioned around €280,000 p/week + expenses Approx $329,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.

Build and scale

Picchiotti build, 182m 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 GALILEO suits

Strong

Families and private groups

GALILEO 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

GALILEO by charter criteria

Space and comfort

5/5

The 182m 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

GALILEO vs newer 80m+ yachts

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

Toys

Galileo knows a thing or two about fun on the water, with an extensive selection of action packed water toys and accessories for you and your guests to enjoy whilst on charter. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Another excellent feature are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Also there are SEABOBs providing agile cruising and diving. If that isn't enough Galileo also features wakeboards, canoes, fishing equipment, scuba diving equipment and paddleboards. Galileo features three tenders, but leading the pack is a 9.5m/31'2" Zodiac to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Indian Ocean and South East Asia all year round Galileo is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Galileo Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Indian Ocean and South East Asia. With a highly experienced and talented crew of 11, you can be sure that each and every need will be met and exceeded while on board this prestigious expedition yacht.

Overview

The award winning 55.2m/181'1" expedition yacht 'Galileo' by the Italian shipyard Picchiotti offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by Italian designer Perini Navi. A launchpad for adventure, Galileo is primed for practically every expedition imaginable across the globe.

Performance Range

Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 14 knots with a range of up to 9,000 nautical miles from her 150,000 litre fuel tanks at 11 knots.

Guest Accommodation

Galileo is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2011, She offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. The bed configuration includes 3 doubles, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 11 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained including a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine. Galileo benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter 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

  • Highly experienced expedition yacht
  • Circumnavigated the globe twice
  • Vertebrae from humpback whale in main salon
  • Classic interiors
  • Ice-class hull

Amenities

  • Tender Garage
  • Gym Equipment
  • Bathing Platform
  • Wi-Fi
  • At-Anchor Stabilizers
  • Diving Platform
  • Gym
  • Air Conditioning
  • Inflatable Water Slide

Water toys

  • Yamaha Jet-Ski
  • Seadoo Jet-Ski
  • Seabob
  • Canoe
  • Wake Board
  • Water-Ski
  • Paddleboard
  • Floating Pool
  • Inflatable jet-ski dock
  • Scuba Diving Equipment
  • Fishing Equipment
  • Snorkelling Equipment

Tenders

  • 31'2 / 9.5m Zodiac Hurricane
  • 18'1 / 5.5m Williams Jet Tenders
  • 13'9 / 4.2m Williams Jet Tenders

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€280,000 p/week + expenses Approx $329,000

Indian Ocean · Maldives · Seychelles · South East Asia · Myanmar (Burma) · Philippines · Thailand

Winter Season

€280,000 p/week + expenses Approx $329,000

Indian Ocean · Maldives · Seychelles · South East Asia · Myanmar (Burma) · Philippines · Thailand

Cruising

Regions

Indian Ocean · Maldives · Seychelles · South East Asia · Myanmar (Burma) · Philippines · Thailand

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether GALILEO's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether GALILEO's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising.
  • Ask why GALILEO 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 GALILEO, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.

Availability

Request GALILEO charter availability

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

FAQ

GALILEO charter questions

Is GALILEO a good fit for Bahamas?

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 GALILEO?

GALILEO is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Bahamas and Mediterranean timing fit the brief.

What should I send before requesting GALILEO?

For GALILEO, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.

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Safety-led planning

Crew, insurance, weather, guest comfort, tender access and local captain decisions are treated as part of the booking, not details to solve on the day.

Human contact

A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.

Booking FAQ

Who handles the yacht booking?

We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.

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.

How do MYBA member brokers help?

MYBA is a recognised professional association in superyachting. Working with MYBA-member brokers helps align complex charters with established professional standards and widely used charter documentation.

What guests tell us matters

  • Guests value a shortlist built around their route, not a random catalogue.
  • 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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