Sunseeker86m8 guests4 cabins
PALUMBA is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be event calendars, berth pressure, and quick jumps between Cannes, Antibes, Monaco, and Pampelonne, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Sunseeker · French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes · St Tropez · Cote d'Azur
Overview
PALUMBA is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be event calendars, berth pressure, and quick jumps between Cannes, Antibes, Monaco, and Pampelonne, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Charter fit
PALUMBA 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 high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
PALUMBA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Monaco. The decision should weigh 86'8 / 26.41m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 2010 against route timing and guest flow.
Use PALUMBA when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 86'8 / 26.41m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
For Riviera Yachts Charter, the route should start with Monaco, Cap Ferrat, and Cannes. That keeps the charter practical around event calendars, berth pressure, and quick jumps between Cannes, Antibes, Monaco, and Pampelonne, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should choose the marina around the real day plan because Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, and St Tropez are close but not interchangeable.
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. May to September, with Monaco, Cannes, and St Tropez dates requiring early berth and route planning. 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.
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a high-service event charter.
A fair shortlist should explain why PALUMBA 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.
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
Charter price
PALUMBA is positioned around €49,000 p/week + expenses Approx $57,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Sunseeker build, 86m class
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.
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
Strong
PALUMBA gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Selective
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
Inspect style
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
5/5
The 86m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. PALUMBA 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
Palumba 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. Principle among these are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Also there are SEABOBs providing agile cruising and diving. Another excellent feature are wakeboards so guests can show off at speed. If that isn't enough Palumba also features paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Palumba also sports a Williams Jet Tenders to transport you with ease. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Palumba is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Palumba Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Experience the magical places, food and experiences of the Mediterranean this summer from the luxury of your own open yacht. Palumba, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.
The 26.49m/86'11" 'Palumba' open 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 2010, Palumba provides the exhilarating thrill of a sports car while providing charter guests the utmost outdoor comfort onboard.
Palumba is built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 28 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 30 knots. Her low draft of 1.7m/5'7" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines. Palumba features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels.
Palumba offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, one double cabin and one twin cabin. The supremely spacious full beam master suite features extensive storage space provided by the dressing room. There are 5 beds in total, including 2 queen and 4 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 3 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you 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
Commercial
€49,000 p/week + expenses Approx $57,500
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Calvi · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
€49,000 p/week + expenses Approx $57,500
Mediterranean · France · Monaco · Calvi · Corsica · French Riviera
Cruising
French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes · St Tropez · Cote d'Azur
Planning notes
Availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether PALUMBA fits the route.
FAQ
Yes, if the route is planned around event calendars, berth pressure, and quick jumps between Cannes, Antibes, Monaco, and Pampelonne. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
PALUMBA 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.
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Monaco, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether PALUMBA fits the plan.
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