Overview
RED DRAGON yacht charter in Mediterranean
A RED DRAGON charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, the useful question is how full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space fits balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed and whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
Alloy Yachts169m10 guests5 cabins
Charter fit
How to use RED DRAGON
RED DRAGON 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
RED DRAGON should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Caribbean. The decision should weigh 169'7 / 51.7m, 10 guests, 5 cabins, 2008 | 2023 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 10 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 Mediterranean
- Watch-out
- the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board
When this yacht makes sense
RED DRAGON suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 10 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 5 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for RED DRAGON, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
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 against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean.
Life on board
full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare RED DRAGON on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Mediterranean summer routes easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for RED DRAGON 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
- Alloy Yachts
- Length
- 169'7 / 51.7m
- Built
- 2008 | 2023 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 9
- Price context
- €230,000 p/week + expenses Approx $270,000
- Cruising speed
- 12 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 33'6 / 10.2m
- Draft
- 16'1 / 4.9m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
RED DRAGON is positioned around €230,000 p/week + expenses Approx $270,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Alloy Yachts build, 169m 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 RED DRAGON suits
Strong
Families and private groups
RED DRAGON 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.
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
RED DRAGON by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 169m 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
RED DRAGON vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. RED DRAGON 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 RED DRAGON
Toys
Equipped with an extensive selection of action-packed water toys Red Dragon lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Principle among these are two Reverso sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. Another excellent feature are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Red Dragon also features a Kite Surfer, a seabob, wakeboards, kayaks, WindSurfers and much more. When it comes to Tenders, Red Dragon has you covered - with two tenders, including a 7m/23' Castoldi Jet Tender. Red Dragon and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. With its superlative combination of luxurious styling and superb amenities, sail yacht Red Dragon has everything you could possibly want for unforgettable yacht charter vacations.
Overview
The 51.7m/169'7" 'Red Dragon' sail yacht built by the New Zealander shipyard Alloy Yachts is available for charter for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Wilmotte & Associates. Offering an enticing combination of luxury and adventure, Red Dragon has all the bells and whistles and a wealth of convivial social spaces for the ultimate sun-kissed yacht charter getaway.
Performance Range
Red Dragon is built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by 1 x Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 4,900 nautical miles from her 46,200 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2008, Red Dragon offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 suites comprising a master suite, three double cabins and one twin cabin. There are 7 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen, 2 doubles and 2 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 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, particularly a beach club for you to relax on the edge of the water. Red Dragon benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, particularly 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
- Full Crestron System
- Kaleidascape Video and Audio
- 100' Projector screen on the aft deck
- Night vision camera
Amenities
- Gym Equipment
- Wi-Fi
- Video On-Demand
- Swimming platform
- Beach Club
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- 2 x FS5 Seabobs
- 2 x Reverso Sail Boats
- Inflatable Kayak
- Kite Surfer
- Wake Board
- Stand up Paddleboard
- Water-Ski
- Scuba Diving Equipment
- Windsurfer
- Towable Toys
- Snorkelling Equipment
Tenders
- 1 x 23' / 7m Castoldi Jet Tender
- 1 x 18'1 / 5.5m Zodiac crew Tender
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€245,000 p/week + expenses Approx $288,000
Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Amalfi Coast · Calvi · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Mykonos · Sardinia · The Balearics
Winter Season
$245,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether RED DRAGON's 10 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether RED DRAGON's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mediterranean summer routes.
- Ask why RED DRAGON 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.
- Send the first-choice port, backup dates, and whether RED DRAGON is for a day, a week, or a specific occasion.
Availability
Request RED DRAGON charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether RED DRAGON fits the route.
FAQ
RED DRAGON charter questions
Is RED DRAGON a good fit for Mediterranean?
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 RED DRAGON?
RED DRAGON is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Caribbean timing fit the brief.
What should I send before requesting RED DRAGON?
For RED DRAGON, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.