Overview
SKYWATER yacht charter in Mediterranean
SKYWATER is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Sunseeker87m8 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use SKYWATER
SKYWATER 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 private celebration or corporate hosting brief, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
SKYWATER should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Caribbean. The decision should weigh 87'1 / 26.55m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 2000 | 2019 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
- Guest profile
- 8 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
- Route style
- Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, or Spain depending on season; strongest when the route protects hosting time on deck
- Port logic
- decide the first cruising area before comparing rates, cabins, and crew style
- 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 SKYWATER when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 87'1 / 26.55m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the route protects hosting time on deck.
Route planning
For Luxury Yacht Charter, the route should start with Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, or Spain depending on season. That keeps the charter practical around turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should decide the first cruising area before comparing rates, cabins, and crew style.
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. Water toys and tenders make the day more active when the anchorage is right. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why SKYWATER 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
- Sunseeker
- Length
- 87'1 / 26.55m
- Built
- 2000 | 2019 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Price context
- €25,430 p/week + expenses Approx $30,000
- Cruising speed
- 23 Knots
- Model
- Manhattan 84
- Beam
- 19'6 / 5.95m
- Draft
- 5'7 / 1.7m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
SKYWATER is positioned around €25,430 p/week + expenses Approx $30,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Sunseeker build, 87m 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 SKYWATER suits
Strong
Families and private groups
SKYWATER 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
SKYWATER by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 87m 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
SKYWATER vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. SKYWATER 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 SKYWATER
Toys
Equipped with a selection of water-toys Skywater lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Additionally, there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. When it's time to travel from land to see, it couldn't be easier with a Highfield Tender. Skywater and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is also accepting bookings this winter on request. A charter on motor yacht Skywater will offer you a week of unforgettable family memories
Overview
The 26.55m/87'1" 'Skywater' motor yacht built by the British shipyard Sunseeker is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by British designer Sunseeker. Built in 2000, Skywater is the ideal luxury yacht for kicking back and relaxing whilst on charter, showcasing clever use of space with an artful combination of integrated systems and luxurious features, she's a crowd-pleaser for sure.
Performance Range
Skywater is built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 23 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 28 knots. Her low draft of 1.7m/5'7" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines.
Guest Accommodation
Skywater offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 2 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Skywater including a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Skywater benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including 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
Special features
- Full-beam master cabin for superior comfort
- Interior design from Sunseeker
- Cruising speed of 23 knots
- Sleeps 8 guests
- Highfield Tender
Amenities
- Bow Thruster
- Stern Thruster
- Jacuzzi
- Bathing Platform
- Wi-Fi
- Sunpads
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- SeaDoo T-Spark Jet-Ski
- Water-Ski
Tenders
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€30,900 p/week + expenses Approx $36,500
Mediterranean · Croatia · Montenegro
Winter Season
€30,900 p/week + expenses Approx $36,500
Cruising
Regions
Mediterranean · Caribbean · Bahamas · Croatia · Greece
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether SKYWATER's 8 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether SKYWATER's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, or Spain depending on season.
- Ask why SKYWATER beats the nearest alternative for a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
- Confirm the port plan: decide the first cruising area before comparing rates, cabins, and crew style.
- Ask for SKYWATER with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request SKYWATER charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether SKYWATER fits the route.
FAQ
SKYWATER charter questions
Is SKYWATER a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider SKYWATER?
SKYWATER 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 SKYWATER?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Caribbean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether SKYWATER fits the plan.