Overview
HIGHLANDER yacht charter in Mediterranean
HIGHLANDER is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be Capri approaches, Positano photo runs, and Sorrento or Naples boarding logistics, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Feadship162m12 guests7 cabins
Charter fit
How to use HIGHLANDER
HIGHLANDER 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
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
HIGHLANDER should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Capri. The decision should weigh 162'5 / 49.5m, 12 guests, 7 cabins, 1986 | 2021 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 12 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
- Route style
- Capri, Li Galli, and Nerano; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
- Port logic
- start from the guest's hotel side of the coast before deciding between Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento, or Naples
- Compare by
- check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs
- Watch-out
- availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting HIGHLANDER as confirmed
Best charter fit
Use HIGHLANDER when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 162'5 / 49.5m, 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.
Route planning
For Amalfi Yachts Charter, the route should start with Capri, Li Galli, and Nerano. That keeps the charter practical around Capri approaches, Positano photo runs, and Sorrento or Naples boarding logistics, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should start from the guest's hotel side of the coast before deciding between Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento, or Naples.
Before confirming dates
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. May to September, when Capri timing, tender access, and lunch reservations need clean planning. The broker note should be honest about limits: availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting HIGHLANDER as confirmed.
On-board atmosphere
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.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why HIGHLANDER is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting HIGHLANDER as confirmed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Feadship
- Length
- 162'5 / 49.5m
- Built
- 1986 | 2021 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 7
- Crew
- 11
- Price context
- €150,000 p/week + expenses Approx $176,000
- Cruising speed
- 10 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 28'2 / 8.59m
- Draft
- 9'8 / 2.95m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
HIGHLANDER is positioned around €150,000 p/week + expenses Approx $176,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Feadship build, 162m 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 HIGHLANDER suits
Strong
Families and private groups
HIGHLANDER 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.
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
HIGHLANDER by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 162m 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
HIGHLANDER vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. HIGHLANDER 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 HIGHLANDER
Toys
Highlander 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. Guests can experience the thrill and adventure of riding one of the two YAMAHA WaveRunners. Also there are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Highlander also features a seabob, wakeboards, kneeboards, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Highlander also sports a 12.8m/42' Scout Tender to transport you with ease. Highlander and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is already accepting bookings this winter. Showcasing meticulous craftsmanship coupled with high-end luxurious finishes, classic yacht Highlander 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.
Overview
The 49.45m/162'3" 'Highlander' (ex. The Highlander) classic yacht built by the Dutch shipyard Feadship is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 7 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by English designer Bannenberg & Rowell. Meticulously preserved, classic pleasure craft Highlander offers an abundance of convivial spaces, both inside and out, that showcases her timeless pedigree build off to perfection. She has sensational features such as a dancefloor, spa and gym.
Performance Range
Highlander is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin engines, she comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles from her 74,565 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed. 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 1986, Highlander offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 7 suites comprising a master suite located on the main deck, one VIP cabin, two double cabins, two twin cabins and one single cabin. There are 7 beds in total, including 2 king, 2 queen and 3 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 11 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Highlander is easy thanks to the available amenities, particularly a dancefloor where you and your guests can celebrate in style. Meanwhile Highlander boasts a movie theatre, perfect to relax after a long day on the water. Kick back and relax in the well-appointed spa or a gym with all the latest equipment is available for a good work out. Sit back with a glass of champagne in the deck jacuzzi. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you, particularly satellite communications, keeping you connected on any voyage. With Wi-Fi connectivity you don't have to lose contact with the outside world, unless you want to or you can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Iconic Historic Superyacht
- Newly Refitted Interior & Exterior
- Quantum zero-speed stabilizers
- New Air Conditioning System
- Heated Jacuzzi with multi-coloured LED sprays
- Separate Massage Room
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Stabilizers Underway
- Helipad
- Wi-Fi
- Video On-Demand
- ipod Docking
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Satcom
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Movie Theatre
- Spa
- Gym
Water toys
- 2 x YAMAHA Waverunners
- 2 x Seabobs
- 1 x Foilboard More E-Foil
- 2 x 2 Person Paddleboards
- Wake Board
- Water-Ski
- Kneeboard
- Towable Toys
- Snorkelling Equipment
Tenders
- 1 x 42' / 12.8m Scout Tender
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€170,000 p/week + expenses Approx $199,500
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Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether HIGHLANDER's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether HIGHLANDER's 7 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Capri, Li Galli, and Nerano.
- Ask why HIGHLANDER beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
- Confirm the port plan: start from the guest's hotel side of the coast before deciding between Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento, or Naples.
- Ask for HIGHLANDER with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request HIGHLANDER charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether HIGHLANDER fits the route.
FAQ
HIGHLANDER charter questions
Is HIGHLANDER a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around Capri approaches, Positano photo runs, and Sorrento or Naples boarding logistics. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider HIGHLANDER?
HIGHLANDER 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 HIGHLANDER?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Capri, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether HIGHLANDER fits the plan.