Overview
IODA II yacht charter in Mediterranean
A IODA II charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, the useful question is how full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space fits cliffside timing, tender access, and the choice between Capri, Positano, and Nerano and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Maiora68m8 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use IODA II
IODA II 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
IODA II should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Capri. The decision should weigh 68'3 / 20.8m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 1993 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 8 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
- Port logic
- treat Capri as a timing decision, not just a destination name
- 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
When this yacht makes sense
IODA II suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a larger group day where deck flow matters. The 8 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 4 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for IODA II, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
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 against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean.
Life on board
full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare IODA II on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for IODA II 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
- Maiora
- Length
- 68'3 / 20.8m
- Built
- 1993
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Price context
- €25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500
- Cruising speed
- 20 Knots
- Model
- Maiora 20S
- Beam
- 18'4 / 5.6m
- Draft
- 8'6 / 2.58m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
IODA II is positioned around €25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Maiora build, 68m 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 IODA II suits
Strong
Families and private groups
IODA II 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.
Review imagery
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
IODA II by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 68m 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
Check list
Ask for the latest amenities list before comparing against newer yachts.
Price clarity
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
IODA II vs newer 60m+ superyachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. IODA II 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 IODA II
Toys
Ioda II 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. If that isn't enough Ioda II also features inflatable water toys, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Ioda II is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Ioda II Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Motor yacht Ioda II boasts an impressive array of outstanding amenities for truly out-of-this-world charter vacations that you’ll never forget.
Overview
The 20.8m/68'3" 'Ioda II' motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Maiora is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. If you're looking for a family-friendly yacht with plenty of onboard amenities, Ioda II is the perfect choice, promising superb charter vacations whatever the destination.
Performance Range
Powered by twin MAN engines, she comfortably cruises at 20 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 30 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 1993, Ioda II offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 2 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard
Experience
Water toys
- 2 x Paddleboards
- 3 x Snorkelling Equipment
- 5 x Floaties Inflatable water toys
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500
Mediterranean · Ibiza · Mallorca · The Balearics
Winter Season
€25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500
Mediterranean · Ibiza · Mallorca · The Balearics
Cruising
Regions
Amalfi Coast · Amalfi · Capri · Positano · Sorrento
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether IODA II's 8 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether IODA II's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop.
- Ask why IODA II beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
- Confirm the port plan: treat Capri as a timing decision, not just a destination name.
- Ask for IODA II with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request IODA II charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether IODA II fits the route.
FAQ
IODA II charter questions
Is IODA II a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around cliffside timing, tender access, and the choice between Capri, Positano, and Nerano. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider IODA II?
IODA II is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Capri timing fit the brief.
What should I send before requesting IODA II?
For IODA II, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.