Overview
BLEU DE NIMES yacht charter in Mediterranean
A BLEU DE NIMES charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, the useful question is how a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status fits short coastal hops where swim stops, lunch timing, and a relaxed return matter more than distance and whether the route protects hosting time on deck.
Clelands Shipbuildin237m28 guests13 cabins
Charter fit
How to use BLEU DE NIMES
BLEU DE NIMES 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 private celebration or corporate hosting brief, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
BLEU DE NIMES should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Capri. The decision should weigh 237' / 72.24m, 28 guests, 13 cabins, 1980 | 2020 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
- Guest profile
- 28 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
- Route style
- Naples or Sorrento boarding with a focused Capri day; strongest when the route protects hosting time on deck
- Port logic
- protect lunch and tender windows before adding extra coastal stops
- Compare by
- compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone
- Watch-out
- the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed
When this yacht makes sense
BLEU DE NIMES suits larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting when the brief is a private celebration or corporate hosting brief. The 28 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 13 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for BLEU DE NIMES, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when the route protects hosting time on deck.
Season and booking notes
Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. May to September, when Capri timing, tender access, and lunch reservations need clean planning. A useful shortlist should also explain why compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone.
Life on board
a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. Water toys and tenders make the day more active when the anchorage is right. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare BLEU DE NIMES on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Naples or Sorrento boarding with a focused Capri day easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for BLEU DE NIMES 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
- Clelands Shipbuildin
- Length
- 237' / 72.24m
- Built
- 1980 | 2020 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 28
- Cabins
- 13
- Crew
- 23
- Price context
- €490,000 p/week + expenses Approx $575,500
- Cruising speed
- 12 Knots
- Model
- Conversion
- Beam
- 38'9 / 11.8m
- Draft
- 12'2 / 3.7m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
BLEU DE NIMES is positioned around €490,000 p/week + expenses Approx $575,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Clelands Shipbuildin build, 237m 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 BLEU DE NIMES suits
Strong
Families and private groups
BLEU DE NIMES 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
BLEU DE NIMES by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 237m 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
BLEU DE NIMES vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. BLEU DE NIMES 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 BLEU DE NIMES
Toys
Onboard Bleu De Nimes has a large selection of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these is a Laser 4.2m sailboat to bring out the explorer in you. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. You'll be loving the huge adrenaline rush as you zip over the water on one of the three Seadoo 1300hp 4 stroke WaveRunners. If that isn't enough Bleu De Nimes also features towable toys, waterskis, scuba diving equipment, wakeboards, kayaks and much more. Bleu De Nimes features four tenders, but leading the pack is a 9.15m/30' Solemar Tender to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean all year round Bleu De Nimes is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Bleu De Nimes Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean. With its superlative combination of luxurious styling and superb amenities, expedition yacht Bleu De Nimes has everything you could possibly want for unforgettable yacht charter vacations.
Overview
The 72.25m/237' expedition yacht 'Bleu De Nimes' by shipyard Clelands Shipbuilding Co offers flexible accommodation for up to 28 guests in 13 cabins and features interior styling by Pier Vittorio Cerruti. Explorer yacht Bleu De Nimes is the ultimate vessel for exploring far-flung corners of the globe, and whether you're traversing the tropics or the poles, you'll be in capable hands. With a wealth of spectacular onboard social and dining options coupled with charter-rich amenities and a highly-attentive crew, you'll be in seventh heaven on a luxury charter aboard this phenomenal yacht. Her features include wheelchair accessibility, movie theatre, elevator, beach club and gym.
Performance Range
Bleu De Nimes is built with a steel hull and steel superstructure. Powered by twin Cummins engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 20,000 nautical miles from her 380,000 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
Bleu De Nimes is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 1980, She offers guest accommodation for up to 28 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two VIP cabins, six double cabins and two twin cabins. The supremely spacious full beam master suite incorporates its own study and dressing room as well as a his and her bathroom. There are 19 beds in total, including 4 king, 5 doubles, 8 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 23 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Bleu De Nimes is easy thanks to the available amenities including a dedicated library, where you can unwind in seclusion. You can recreate the full cinema experience while at sea with the included movie theatre and in addition soothe tired limbs and reinvigorate yourself in the sauna. Even the most discerning of charter guests will enjoy the included beach club plus a gym with all the latest equipment is available for a good work out. Retreat to the deck jacuzzi and soak up the scenery. Bleu De Nimes benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including wheelchair-friendly access, making this vessel suitable for all guests. Guests of all ages and physical abilities can enjoy any part of the yacht thanks to the elevator and in addition whether you want to work, use social media or stream movies on board this yacht, you can with Wi-Fi connectivity. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Sleeps up to 28 guests in 13 cabins
- Long range cruising capabilities
- Four tenders and extensive range of water toys
- Elevator between six decks
- Large sundeck including two Jacuzzis
- Sauna
- massage room and gym on bridge deck
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Tender Garage
- Library
- Massage Room
- Exterior Bar
- Stabilizers Underway
- Sun Deck
- Bow Thruster
- Helipad
- Wi-Fi
- Video On-Demand
- Swimming platform
Water toys
- 3 x Seadoo 1300hp 4 stroke Waverunners
- 1 x Yamaha Superjet 700cc 2 stroke Jet-Ski
- 2 x Rigid Kayaks
- 1 x Laser 4.2m Sail Boat
- 1 x Windsurfer
- 3 x Paddleboards More including one for kids
- 2 x Water-Skis
- Wake Board
- with Nitrox Aeronotika Coltri MCH 14 TECH Dive Compressor
- 12 x Scuba Diving Equipment More Diving cylinders
- Towable Toys
- Inflatable water toys
Tenders
- 2 x 30' / 9.15m Solemar Tender with 2 x Yanmar 240 HP engines
- 1 x 4'3 / 1.3m Custom Tender with 2 x Yanmar 240 HP engines fishing & diving tender
- 1 x 33'10 / 10.3m Custom Offshore Tender with 2 x Yanmar 240 HP engines beach landing tender
- 1 x 15'1 / 4.6m Tender with 1 x Mercury 25 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€490,000 p/week + expenses Approx $575,500
Indian Ocean · Maldives · Seychelles · Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Abu Dhabi · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · Dubai · French Riviera · Ibiza · Mykonos · Sardinia · The Balearics
Winter Season
€490,000 p/week + expenses Approx $575,500
Indian Ocean · Maldives · Seychelles · Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Abu Dhabi · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · Dubai · French Riviera · Ibiza · Mykonos · Sardinia · The Balearics
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether BLEU DE NIMES's 28 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether BLEU DE NIMES's 13 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Naples or Sorrento boarding with a focused Capri day.
- Ask why BLEU DE NIMES beats the nearest alternative for a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
- Confirm the port plan: protect lunch and tender windows before adding extra coastal stops.
- Send the first-choice port, backup dates, and whether BLEU DE NIMES is for a day, a week, or a specific occasion.
Availability
Request BLEU DE NIMES charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether BLEU DE NIMES fits the route.
FAQ
BLEU DE NIMES charter questions
Is BLEU DE NIMES a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around short coastal hops where swim stops, lunch timing, and a relaxed return matter more than distance. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider BLEU DE NIMES?
BLEU DE NIMES is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Capri timing fit the brief.
What should I send before requesting BLEU DE NIMES?
For BLEU DE NIMES, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.