Overview
QARA yacht charter in Caribbean
QARA is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Horizon82m6 guests3 cabins
Charter fit
How to use QARA
QARA 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 high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
QARA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Caribbean and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 82' / 24.99m, 6 guests, 3 cabins, 2001 | 2023 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 6 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
- 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
- check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs
- Watch-out
- availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting QARA as confirmed
Best charter fit
Use QARA when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 82' / 24.99m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
Route planning
For Luxury Yacht Charter, the route should start with Mediterranean summer routes. That keeps the charter practical around balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.
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: availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting QARA as confirmed.
On-board atmosphere
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a high-service event charter.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why QARA is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting QARA as confirmed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Horizon
- Length
- 82' / 24.99m
- Built
- 2001 | 2023 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
- Crew
- 3
- Price context
- $42,000 p/week + expenses
- Cruising speed
- 12 Knots
- Model
- Horizon 82
- Beam
- 20' / 6.1m
- Draft
- 6'6 / 1.98m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
QARA is positioned around $42,000 p/week + expenses, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Horizon build, 82m 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 QARA suits
Check layout
Families and private groups
QARA can work for private groups when the day plan and guest count fit the onboard layout.
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
QARA by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 82m 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
QARA vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. QARA 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 QARA
Toys
Qara knows a thing or two about fun on the water, with a selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to enjoy whilst on charter. Principle among these are See Through kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Qara also features fishing equipment, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it's time to travel from land to see, it couldn't be easier with a 8.23m/27' Sea Hunt Tender. Based in the magical waters of the Caribbean all year round Qara is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Qara Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Caribbean. This luxury motor yacht for charter is in prime condition to host your next holiday of a lifetime.
Overview
The 24.99m/82' motor yacht 'Qara' by the Taiwanese shipyard Horizon offers flexible accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 cabins. For outdoor living nonpareil, Qara is the number one choice, offering a variety of spacious living areas and fabulous amenities, vacations aboard this yacht are sure to be nothing short of spectacular.
Performance Range
Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 23 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2001, Qara offers guest accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 3 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Qara, notably a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. 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. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Amenities
- Sun Deck
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming platform
- Sunpads
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
- BBQ
Water toys
- 2 x Sea-Scooters
- 2 Person See Through Kayak
- 2 x Stand-up Paddleboards
- Floating Mat
- Fishing Equipment
- Snorkelling Equipment
Tenders
- 1 x 27' / 8.23m Sea Hunt Tender
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
$42,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Virgin Islands
Winter Season
$42,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Virgin Islands
Cruising
Regions
Mediterranean · Caribbean · Bahamas · Croatia · Greece
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether QARA's 6 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether QARA's 3 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mediterranean summer routes.
- Ask why QARA 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.
- When requesting QARA, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request QARA charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether QARA fits the route.
FAQ
QARA charter questions
Is QARA 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 QARA?
QARA is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Caribbean.
What should I send before requesting QARA?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Caribbean and Mediterranean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether QARA fits the plan.