BLUE ZEPHYR

Apuania297m114 guests57 cabins

BLUE ZEPHYR works best when the charter is planned around clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, not treated as another name in a list. Apuania, 297'3 / 90.6m, 114 guests The strongest fit is a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Monaco, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.

Charter rate
€675,000 p/week + expenses Approx $793,000
Guests
114 guests
Cabins
57 cabins
Route
French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes

Apuania · French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes · St Tropez · Cote d'Azur

Overview

BLUE ZEPHYR yacht charter in Mediterranean

BLUE ZEPHYR works best when the charter is planned around clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, not treated as another name in a list. Apuania, 297'3 / 90.6m, 114 guests The strongest fit is a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Monaco, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.

Apuania297m114 guests57 cabins

Charter fit

How to use BLUE ZEPHYR

BLUE ZEPHYR 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 larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

BLUE ZEPHYR should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Monaco. The decision should weigh 297'3 / 90.6m, 114 guests, 57 cabins, 1991 | 2026 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a larger group day where deck flow matters
Guest profile
114 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
Route style
Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
Port logic
separate event access from swim-route planning before confirming a berth
Compare by
ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier
Watch-out
the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change

Who this yacht suits

BLUE ZEPHYR is not a generic inventory pick. It is a better match when the client wants full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space, a larger group day where deck flow matters, and a route shaped around Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands.

Local route logic

The local decision is less about distance and more about timing. Around Mediterranean and Monaco, BLUE ZEPHYR should be planned with boarding point, lunch stop, swim time, and return window in one brief. In practice, separate event access from swim-route planning before confirming a berth.

Planning window

May to September, with Monaco, Cannes, and St Tropez dates requiring early berth and route planning. For this yacht, confirm preferred dates, guest count, cabin needs, and cruising area together so the quote reflects the real plan. the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change.

Guest experience

For guests, the difference is felt in pace: where people sit, how lunch is handled, where swimming fits, and how the return feels. BLUE ZEPHYR should be evaluated against that rhythm, not only against specs.

Shortlist logic

BLUE ZEPHYR should be compared against at least one alternative if the brief is flexible. The useful difference may be cabin layout, crew style, speed, toys, berth access, or how naturally the yacht fits Mediterranean and Monaco.

Broker caveat

Ask the broker to state the limitation as plainly as the advantage. For BLUE ZEPHYR, the check should cover availability, owner approval where relevant, cruising area, APA, fuel, and whether the planned route still works in real weather.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Apuania
Length
297'3 / 90.6m
Built
1991 | 2026 (Refitted)
Guests
114
Cabins
57
Crew
65
Price context
€675,000 p/week + expenses Approx $793,000
Cruising speed
13 Knots
Model
Custom
Beam
50'2 / 15.3m
Draft
13'9 / 4.2m

Charter price

What the charter price is really buying

BLUE ZEPHYR is positioned around €675,000 p/week + expenses Approx $793,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.

Build and scale

Apuania build, 297m 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 BLUE ZEPHYR suits

Strong

Families and private groups

BLUE ZEPHYR gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.

Confirm toys

Active charter guests

Ask which toys, tenders and swim setups are currently offered before building the route around water sports.

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

BLUE ZEPHYR by charter criteria

Space and comfort

5/5

The 297m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.

Toys and activity

Check list

Confirm the current toys and tenders before promising an active water-sports day.

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

BLUE ZEPHYR vs newer 80m+ yachts

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

Overview

The 90.6m/297'3" 'Blue Zephyr' motor yacht built by shipyard Apuania is available for charter for up to 114 guests in 57 cabins. With an abundance of space and superlative amenities across her luxurious decks, you'll be spoilt for choice on a luxury yacht charter aboard Blue Zephyr. She has sensational features such as a beauty salon and gym.

Performance Range

Blue Zephyr is built with a steel hull and steel superstructure. Powered by twin MAN engines, she comfortably cruises at 13 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 3,120 nautical miles from her 230,000 litre fuel tanks at 11 knots. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Blue Zephyr is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Blue Zephyr Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Showcasing meticulous craftsmanship coupled with high-end luxurious finishes, motor yacht Blue Zephyr certainly has the "wow" factor, along with state-of-the-art amenities and array of water toys, promising truly unforgettable yacht charters for even the most discerning guests.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 1991, Blue Zephyr offers guest accommodation for up to 114 guests in 57 suites comprising fifty-seven double cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 65 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

A charter on Blue Zephyr is comfortable and convenient thanks to the provided amenities including a beauty salon featuring all of the facilities required for a number of different beauty treatments. The steam room is great for your skin and a perfect place to unwind and a gym with all the latest equipment is available for a good work out.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Impressive 3
  • 120nm range
  • Ice-class hull
  • Recent refit in 2026
  • SOLAS Certified
  • Fifty-seven cabins

Amenities

  • Gym
  • Beauty Room
  • Steam Room

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€675,000 p/week + expenses Approx $793,000

Mediterranean · Greece · Mykonos · Santorini

Winter Season

€570,000 p/week + expenses Approx $669,500

Mediterranean · Greece · Mykonos · Santorini

Cruising

Regions

French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes · St Tropez · Cote d'Azur

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether BLUE ZEPHYR's 114 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether BLUE ZEPHYR's 57 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands.
  • Ask why BLUE ZEPHYR beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
  • Confirm the port plan: separate event access from swim-route planning before confirming a berth.
  • When requesting BLUE ZEPHYR, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.

Availability

Request BLUE ZEPHYR charter availability

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

FAQ

BLUE ZEPHYR charter questions

Is BLUE ZEPHYR a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around marina choice, tender windows, and the tradeoff between Monaco polish and St Tropez beach-club timing. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider BLUE ZEPHYR?

BLUE ZEPHYR is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The broker should compare the yacht against the occasion, the route length, and the level of privacy expected on board.

What should I send before requesting BLUE ZEPHYR?

Send dates, number of guests, preferred start port, and any must-do stops for BLUE ZEPHYR. That gives the charter team enough context to check availability and realistic alternatives.

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