Overview
YCM 120 yacht charter in Mediterranean
YCM 120 is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be marina choice, tender windows, and the tradeoff between Monaco polish and St Tropez beach-club timing, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
ISA Yachts121m10 guests5 cabins
Charter fit
How to use YCM 120
YCM 120 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
YCM 120 should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Monaco. The decision should weigh 121'5 / 37m, 10 guests, 5 cabins, 2006 | 2019 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 10 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
Best charter fit
Use YCM 120 when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 121'5 / 37m, 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 Riviera Yachts Charter, the route should start with Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands. That keeps the charter practical around marina choice, tender windows, and the tradeoff between Monaco polish and St Tropez beach-club timing, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should separate event access from swim-route planning before confirming a berth.
Before confirming dates
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 final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board.
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 YCM 120 is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- ISA Yachts
- Length
- 121'5 / 37m
- Built
- 2006 | 2019 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 6
- Price context
- €98,000 p/week + expenses Approx $115,000
- Cruising speed
- 17 Knots
- Model
- 120 Sport
- Beam
- 24'3 / 7.4m
- Draft
- 5'3 / 1.6m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
YCM 120 is positioned around €98,000 p/week + expenses Approx $115,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
ISA Yachts build, 121m 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 YCM 120 suits
Strong
Families and private groups
YCM 120 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
YCM 120 by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 121m 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
YCM 120 vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. YCM 120 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 YCM 120
Toys
When not cruising YCM 120 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 towable toys offering fun and adventure. Also there are two waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. In addition there are SEABOBs, that allow you to skim along the surface or steer under the crystal water and see a variety of aquatic sea life. If that isn't enough YCM 120 also features wakeboards, kayaks, fishing equipment, inflatable water toys, kneeboards. YCM 120 also sports a 5m/16'5" Jet Tender to transport you with ease. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard YCM 120 this summer. She is also accepting bookings this winter on request. Experience the magical places, food and experiences of the Mediterranean this summer from the luxury of your own motor yacht. YCM 120, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.
Overview
The 36.45m/119'7" 'YCM 120' motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard ISA Yachts is available for charter for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Italian designer Cristiano Gatto Design. Boasting an array of sumptuous living areas laid out invitingly to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere onboard, motor yacht YCM 120 is the perfect luxury charter yacht for friends and family.
Performance Range
Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she has impressive speed and great efficiency thanks to her planing hull. Powered by 3 x MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 17 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 34 knots with a range of up to 576 nautical miles from her 22,000 litre fuel tanks at 24 knots. With a shallow draft of 1.6m/5'3" YCM 120 can anchor closer to coves and sheltered bays overnight. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2006, YCM 120 offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 suites comprising a master suite and two double cabins. There are 5 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen, 4 singles and 2 convertible. She is also capable of carrying up to 6 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Keeping comfortable and entertained on YCM 120 is easy thanks to the available amenities, particularly a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you, particularly Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Sleek
- sporty and speedy
- Flexible cabin arrangement
- Split-level master suite
- Electronic stabilizers for more comfortable cruising
- Multiple lounging options
Amenities
- Stabilizers Underway
- Exterior Bar
- Sun Deck
- Wi-Fi
- Outdoor Shower
- Swimming platform
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Sunpads
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- Kayak
- Seabob
- 2 x Water-Skis
- 2 x Paddleboards
- 1 x Wake Board
- Kneeboard
- Inflatable water toy
- Towable Toys
- Snorkelling Equipment
- Fishing Equipment
Tenders
- 16'5 / 5m Jet Tender Volvo 350 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€105,000 p/week + expenses Approx $123,500
Mediterranean · France · Monaco · Calvi · Corsica · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · Sardinia · The Balearics
Winter Season
€105,000 p/week + expenses Approx $123,500
Cruising
Regions
French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes · St Tropez · Cote d'Azur
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether YCM 120's 10 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether YCM 120's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands.
- Ask why YCM 120 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 YCM 120 is for a day, a week, or a specific occasion.
Availability
Request YCM 120 charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether YCM 120 fits the route.
FAQ
YCM 120 charter questions
Is YCM 120 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 YCM 120?
YCM 120 is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
What should I send before requesting YCM 120?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Monaco, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether YCM 120 fits the plan.