Overview
NDS EVOLUTION yacht charter in Mediterranean
A NDS EVOLUTION 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 marina choice, tender windows, and the tradeoff between Monaco polish and St Tropez beach-club timing and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
JFA Yachts85m9 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use NDS EVOLUTION
NDS EVOLUTION 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
NDS EVOLUTION should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Monaco. The decision should weigh 85' / 25.91m, 9 guests, 4 cabins, 2018 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 9 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
- 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
NDS EVOLUTION suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a larger group day where deck flow matters. The 9 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 4 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for NDS EVOLUTION, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Season and booking notes
Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. May to September, with Monaco, Cannes, and St Tropez dates requiring early berth and route planning. 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. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare NDS EVOLUTION on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for NDS EVOLUTION 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
- JFA Yachts
- Length
- 85' / 25.91m
- Built
- 2018
- Guests
- 9
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 4
- Price context
- €60,000 p/week + expenses Approx $70,500
- Cruising speed
- 10 Knots
- Model
- Long Island 85
- Beam
- 39'2 / 11.93m
- Draft
- 7'4 / 2.24m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
NDS EVOLUTION is positioned around €60,000 p/week + expenses Approx $70,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
JFA Yachts build, 85m 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 NDS EVOLUTION suits
Strong
Families and private groups
NDS EVOLUTION 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
NDS EVOLUTION by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 85m 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
NDS EVOLUTION vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. NDS EVOLUTION 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 NDS EVOLUTION
Toys
When not cruising Nds Evolution has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Principle among these are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. In addition there are wakeboards so guests can show off at speed. Another excellent feature are Inflatable kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Nds Evolution also features wakesurf boards and paddleboards. Nds Evolution has a 4.88m/16' Tender to transfer you from ship to shore. Nds Evolution 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. Catamaran yacht Nds Evolution has an array of charter-focused amenities to ensure a memorable experience onboard whatever the destination.
Overview
The 26.25m/86'1" 'Nds Evolution' catamaran yacht built by shipyard JFA Yachts is available for charter for up to 9 guests in 4 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by French designer Franck Darnet Design. For those looking for a little more space without compromising on luxury, Nds Evolution has everything you need. Boasting a wealth of spacious living areas and charter-focused amenities, this yacht is purpose-built for fabulous vacations with families and friends.
Performance Range
Built with a aluminium hull and GRP superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Powered by twin Yanmar engines, she comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 12 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2018, Nds Evolution offers guest accommodation for up to 9 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite and two double cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you including the underwater lights, adding spectacle and style after dark. Whether you want to work, use social media or stream movies on board this yacht, you can with Wi-Fi connectivity and guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Full-beam master cabin for superior comfort
- Interior design from Franck Darnet Design
- Sleeps 9 guests
- 4.88m/16' Tender
Amenities
- Exterior Bar
- Underwater Lights
- Sun Deck
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming platform
- Sunpads
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- 2 x Stand up Paddleboards
- Sea-Scooter
- Wake Board
- Inflatable Kayak
- Water-Ski
- Wakesurf
- Foilboard
Tenders
- 1 x 16' / 4.88m Tender 60 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€70,000 p/week + expenses Approx $82,500
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Calvi · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Winter Season
$70,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts
Cruising
Regions
French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes · St Tropez · Cote d'Azur
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether NDS EVOLUTION's 9 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether NDS EVOLUTION's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands.
- Ask why NDS EVOLUTION 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.
- Send the first-choice port, backup dates, and whether NDS EVOLUTION is for a day, a week, or a specific occasion.
Availability
Request NDS EVOLUTION charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether NDS EVOLUTION fits the route.
FAQ
NDS EVOLUTION charter questions
Is NDS EVOLUTION 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 NDS EVOLUTION?
NDS EVOLUTION 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 Monaco timing fit the brief.
What should I send before requesting NDS EVOLUTION?
For NDS EVOLUTION, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.