The top new superyachts for charter in 2022

Stats: 30 metres, Ocean Alexander, 2022, 8 guests, 4 crew

Designed inside and out by Evan K. Marshall, new Ocean Alexander superyacht O boasts impressive volumes and spacious interiors for her compact size. Floor to ceiling windows and light, contemporary furnishings give spaces an airy feel and allow up to 10 guests to feel seamlessly connected to the surrounding sea as she cruises between Florida and The Bahamas for her first charter season.

The main social hub of the superyacht is the saloon, where guests can gather for a meal at the formal dining table, enjoy a drink at the wet bar or watch your favourite film. There’s also a plethora of outdoor spaces that make her perfect for cruising in warmer climes – a highlight is the vast flybridge, which is well equipped for al fresco entertaining with a dining space, cocktail bar, sunbathing area and hot tub. For days spent on the water, O also carries a fleet of water toys including SeaBobs, kayaks, paddleboards and fishing gear.

O is available for charter with Northrop & Johnson from $90,000 per week.

Stats: 36 metres, Ocean Alexander, 2022, 10 guests, 5 crew

Though measuring on the smaller size for a superyacht, Entrepreneur boasts interior volumes equal to those found on yachts measuring around the 40 metre mark. Designed inside and out by Evan K. Marshall, the sleek exterior lines of this GRP tri-deck are paired with modern interiors finished with a calming, neutral colour palette and luxurious finishes such as glossy woods and marble. Plenty of glass offers excellent views to the outdoors while skylight features further brighten up living spaces on board.

Well suited for cruising in warmer climes such as The Bahamas, Entrepreneur's standout feature is the Jacuzzi deck complete with a hot tub, cocktail bar and sun loungers shaded by the hard top. An additional chill-out area is located in the beach club which offers a gym, sauna, a further drinks bar and a fold-out swimming platform for waterside relaxation. This area also provides easy access to the water for guests taking out Entrepreneur’s toys such as paddleboards, Jet Skis or snorkelling gear. When the weather gets too hot, guests can retreat indoors to cool down and enjoy a drink at the interior bar or sit down to a meal at the formal dining table.

Entrepreneur is available for charter with Ocean Independence from $115,000 per week.

Stats: 36.79 metres, Benetti, 2021, 10 guests, 5 crew

Koju is the first hull from Benetti’s new Motopanfilo 37M series. Inspired by the glamorous style of Benetti boats of the 60s and 70s, the design by Francesco Struglia combines old-school charm with modern materials and amenities suited to today's owners. A profile with long, sheer lines and bronze details encases an interior by the Lazzarini Pickering studio which is similarly inspired by the swinging ’60s design with rounded, retro-style furniture complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows.

Aside from her eye-catching design, Koju is well-equipped for warm weather charters with a forward hot tub, sun pads throughout the outdoor spaces and al fresco dining areas. There’s also a spacious beach club with an extensive swimming platform for easy access to the water, whether you’re jumping in for a swim, snorkel or scuba diving session. 

As she’ll be spending her first charter season cruising between the Windward, Leeward and Virgin Islands of the Caribbean Sea, there will be plenty of opportunities to play with Koju’s extensive toybox, carrying everything from SeaBobs and paddleboards to Jet Skis, kayaks, and an e-Foil.

Koju is available for charter with IYC from $160,000 per week.

Stats: 65.4 metres, Benetti, 2021, 12 guests, 15 crew

Defined by sleek, sharp lines, this new fully-custom Benetti superyacht spans six decks designed by Giorgio M. Cassetta.

Interiors were styled by Green & Mingarelli Design, assisted by Benetti’s in-house style team. Described by the yard as “opulent,” living spaces on board have been decorated with a series of artwork created by British photographer David Yarrow.

A standout feature is the owner’s apartment, located on the upper deck and offering 130 square metres of space. Other highlights include the sun deck with sheltered al fresco dining for 10 guests and a Jacuzzi, a touch-and-go helipad on the bow as well as the expansive wellness centre complete with a sauna, fully equipped gym, a massage room, a Jacuzzi and an expansive 70 square metre beach club with a drop-down platform for easy access to the water. Triumph also carries a range of toys on board, including three tenders, two Jet Skis, three SeaBobs and two Fliteboard e-foils.

Powered by MTU 12V 4000 M53 engines, Triumph can reach a top speed of 15 knots and offers a range of 4,700 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 12 knots.

Triumph is managed for charter by Royal Yacht International with a weekly charter rate starting from €650,000.

Stats: 38.2 metres, Rosetti, 2021, 12 guests, 7 crew

Emocean is the first explorer yacht to be delivered by Rosetti. Boasting a 5,000 nautical mile cruising range and a robust hull, Emocean is unique for her eco-friendly credentials. All interior spaces are finished with sustainable and vegan materials and her fuel-efficient engine consumes only 60 litres an hour.

But the sustainable ethos is not the only standout feature of Emocean. She offers an impressive 350 square metres of deck space equipped with an infinity pool, bar, sunpads and an alfresco dining area on the sundeck. There’s also space to work out using the latest gym equipment such as a slim beam Pilates IQ reformer and running machine. Additionally, a glass-fronted winter garden complete with heaters and a cooling mist spray setting means guests can enjoy the views in any weather.

Below deck, further amenities include a formal dining room with a 150-bottle crystal wine cellar, a skylounge with a home cinema set up and a drinks bar, a beach club and a full-beam master suite with a private office and balcony.

Emocean is managed for charter by Camper & Nicholsons with a weekly charter rate starting from $160,000.

Stats: 55 metres, Heesen, 2021, 12 guests, 13 crew

Moskito marries pedigree Dutch design by Heesen with innovative engineering and elegant, modern styling by Omega Architects. A Fast Displacement Hull Form by Van Oossanen Naval Architects combined with Tier-III compliant engines increases her fuel efficiency and reduces emissions while underway, making this steel-class superyacht ideal for both short cruises and longer passages that make use of her 4,500 nautical mile range.

Her contemporary interiors have been designed by Bannenberg & Rowell with finishes in rich eucalyptus, sycamore and smoked oak chevron woods and feature a master suite spanning 82 square metres.

An on board highlight is the 100 square metre sundeck, complete with al fresco dining spaces and a Jacuzzi. There’s also an impressive beach club with a sauna and steam room and a swimming platform that offers easy access to the water for a quick dip or to make use of her range of toys, from Jet Skis, Sea Bobs and kayaks to e-bikes, water skiing equipment and more.

Moskito is managed for charter by IYC with a weekly charter rate starting from €350,000.

Stats: 49.91 metres, Columbus Yachts, 2021, 11 guests, 9 crew

Designed inside and out by Luca Dini, Columbus S50 superyacht K2 sports striking lines and a vertical bow that instantly sets her apart from the crowd. 

Exterior deck spaces are a primary focus on board, ensuring there is plenty of space for guests to soak up the sunshine. Her spacious foredeck is equipped with a large Jacuzzi and sun pads for whiling away an afternoon, with a number of al fresco lounge and dining areas throughout for sun-kissed meals or sunset drinks.

A sizable beach club complete with an outdoor cinema offers easy access to the water, and K2 conveniently carries an extensive range of water toys and towables for thrill-seekers to enjoy. 

Other highlights within her pared-back interiors include a fully-equipped gym and a formal dining table for entertaining on board whatever the weather. 

Offering a 3,000 nautical mile range and a swift top speed of 22 knots, K2 will be able to island-hop her way through the western Mediterranean with ease.

K2 is managed by Fraser with a weekly charter rate starting from €270,000.