Overview
MUSA yacht charter in Mediterranean
MUSA is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be short coastal hops where swim stops, lunch timing, and a relaxed return matter more than distance, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
AB Yachts118m9 guests5 cabins
Charter fit
How to use MUSA
MUSA 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
MUSA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Capri. The decision should weigh 118'11 / 36.25m, 9 guests, 5 cabins, 2009 | 2019 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
- Guest profile
- 9 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
- 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 MUSA as confirmed
Best charter fit
Use MUSA when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 118'11 / 36.25m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the route protects hosting time on deck.
Route planning
For Amalfi Yachts Charter, the route should start with Naples or Sorrento boarding with a focused Capri day. That keeps the charter practical around short coastal hops where swim stops, lunch timing, and a relaxed return matter more than distance, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should protect lunch and tender windows before adding extra coastal stops.
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 MUSA as confirmed.
On-board atmosphere
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. Water toys and tenders make the day more active when the anchorage is right. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why MUSA 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 MUSA as confirmed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- AB Yachts
- Length
- 118'11 / 36.25m
- Built
- 2009 | 2019 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 9
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 5
- Price context
- €75,000 p/week + expenses Approx $88,000
- Cruising speed
- 36 Knots
- Model
- AB 116
- Beam
- 24'7 / 7.5m
- Draft
- 5'3 / 1.6m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
MUSA is positioned around €75,000 p/week + expenses Approx $88,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
AB Yachts build, 118m 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 MUSA suits
Strong
Families and private groups
MUSA 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
MUSA by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 118m 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
MUSA vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. MUSA 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 MUSA
Toys
Musa has a good selection of water toys and accessories to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these are towable toys offering fun and adventure. Musa also sports a Novurania Jet Tender to transport you with ease. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Musa is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Musa Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. A charter on open yacht Musa will offer you a week of unforgettable family memories
Overview
The 36.25m/118'11" open yacht 'Musa' by the Italian shipyard AB Yachts offers flexible accommodation for up to 9 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by Dutch designer Guido de Groot Design. Dynamic Musa can zip across the waters at a thrilling pace, and particularly impresses guests with her outdoor spaces perfect for lounging and sunbathing.
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 36 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 42 knots with a range of up to 576 nautical miles from her 15,000 litre fuel tanks at 44 knots. With a shallow draft of 1.6m/5'3" Musa can anchor closer to coves and sheltered bays overnight.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2009, Musa offers guest accommodation for up to 9 guests in 5 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, one double cabin, one twin cabin and one single cabin. There are 6 beds in total, including 3 doubles and 3 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 5 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Musa benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, particularly Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Full-beam master suite
- Incredibly high performing
- Custom marble fixtures
- On board barbecue
- Concealed tender garage
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite TV
Water toys
- Towable Toys
- Snorkelling Equipment
Tenders
- 1 x Novurania 5.4 Equator Jet Tender
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€80,000 p/week + expenses Approx $94,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Winter Season
€75,000 p/week + expenses Approx $88,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether MUSA's 9 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether MUSA's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Naples or Sorrento boarding with a focused Capri day.
- Ask why MUSA 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.
- Ask for MUSA with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request MUSA charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether MUSA fits the route.
FAQ
MUSA charter questions
Is MUSA 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 MUSA?
MUSA 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 MUSA?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Capri, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether MUSA fits the plan.