Overview
SAMURAI yacht charter in Mediterranean
SAMURAI is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. 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.
Alia Yacht197m12 guests6 cabins
Charter fit
How to use SAMURAI
SAMURAI 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
SAMURAI should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Caribbean. The decision should weigh 197'10 / 60.3m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2016 | 2019 (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
Best charter fit
Use SAMURAI when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 197'10 / 60.3m, 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 best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed.
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 SAMURAI is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Alia Yacht
- Length
- 197'10 / 60.3m
- Built
- 2016 | 2019 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 15
- Price context
- €445,000 p/week + expenses Approx $523,000
- Cruising speed
- 15 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 37'6 / 11.44m
- Draft
- 11' / 3.35m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
SAMURAI is positioned around €445,000 p/week + expenses Approx $523,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Alia Yacht build, 197m 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 SAMURAI suits
Strong
Families and private groups
SAMURAI 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
SAMURAI by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 197m 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
SAMURAI vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. SAMURAI 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 SAMURAI
Toys
Samurai 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. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Also there are three SEABOBs, that allow you to skim along the surface or steer under the crystal water and see a variety of aquatic sea life. Additionally, there are four kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Samurai also features inflatable water toys, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Samurai features two tenders, but leading the pack is a Smuggler Marine Ltd RIB to transport you in style. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Samurai this summer. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. Luxury motor yacht Samurai is one of a kind, offering world-class onboard amenities coupled with an overflowing toy box full of the latest water sports gear for unforgettable yacht charters wherever you are.
Overview
The 60.2m/197'6" 'Samurai' motor yacht built by the Turkish shipyard Alia Yacht is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by British designer RWD. From bow to stern, Samurai is brimming with an fantastic array of social and dining areas, both inside and out, making her the ideal yacht for relaxing and entertaining whilst on charter. She has sensational features such as beach club and gym.
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 MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 15 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 20 knots with a range of up to 4,250 nautical miles from her 114,300 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots. Samurai features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2016, Samurai offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, three double cabins and one cabin that can operate as twin or double. There are 6 beds in total, including 2 king, 3 queen and 1 double. She is also capable of carrying up to 15 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Samurai is easy thanks to the available amenities such as a steam room, all you need to relax muscles and reduce stress. Visit the sauna and disconnect in peace and quiet and make your day truly exceptional at the beach club. Maintain your fitness routine and work out in the well-equipped gym. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you such as satellite communications, keeping you connected on any voyage. With Wi-Fi connectivity you don't have to lose contact with the outside world, unless you want to and guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Beach club with fold-out swim platform and side boarding
- Spacious owner's suite with full-height windows and skylight
- Waterfront gym set-up
- Innovative indoor-outdoor sundeck with skylight and spa pool
- Refined interiors with discreet lighting and Asian motifs
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Tender Garage
- Outdoor Bar
- Sun Deck
- Bow Thruster
- Crane
- Convertible Cinema
- Gym Equipment
- Hammam
- Foredeck Seating with Table
- Wi-Fi
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
Water toys
- 2 x Jet-Skis
- 3 x Seabobs
- 4 x Kayaks
- 5 x Paddleboards More Stand up
- 10 x Snorkelling Equipment
- 5 x Inflatable water toys
Tenders
- 1 x Smuggler Marine Ltd Strata RIB 630 RIB
- 1 x Narwhal Inflatable Craft SOLAS Rescue Boat SV-420 Rescue Boat
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€475,000 p/week + expenses Approx $558,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Winter Season
$475,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether SAMURAI's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether SAMURAI's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising.
- Ask why SAMURAI 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.
- Ask for SAMURAI with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request SAMURAI charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether SAMURAI fits the route.
FAQ
SAMURAI charter questions
Is SAMURAI a good fit for Mediterranean?
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 SAMURAI?
SAMURAI 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 Mediterranean.
What should I send before requesting SAMURAI?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Caribbean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether SAMURAI fits the plan.