Overview
SOUTHERN STAR yacht charter in Mediterranean
SOUTHERN STAR is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be cliffside timing, tender access, and the choice between Capri, Positano, and Nerano, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Southern Wind78m6 guests3 cabins
Charter fit
How to use SOUTHERN STAR
SOUTHERN STAR 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
SOUTHERN STAR should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Capri. The decision should weigh 78'8 / 23.99m, 6 guests, 3 cabins, 2004 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 6 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
Best charter fit
Use SOUTHERN STAR when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 78'8 / 23.99m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Route planning
For Amalfi Yachts Charter, the route should start with Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop. That keeps the charter practical around cliffside timing, tender access, and the choice between Capri, Positano, and Nerano, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should treat Capri as a timing decision, not just a destination name.
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: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board.
On-board atmosphere
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a larger group day where deck flow matters.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why SOUTHERN STAR is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Southern Wind
- Length
- 78'8 / 23.99m
- Built
- 2004
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
- Crew
- 3
- Price context
- €23,000 p/week + expenses Approx $27,000
- Cruising speed
- 9 Knots
- Model
- SW 78
- Beam
- 19'5 / 5.91m
- Draft
- 12'6 / 3.8m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
SOUTHERN STAR is positioned around €23,000 p/week + expenses Approx $27,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Southern Wind build, 78m 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 SOUTHERN STAR suits
Check layout
Families and private groups
SOUTHERN STAR can work for private groups when the day plan and guest count fit the onboard layout.
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
SOUTHERN STAR by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 78m 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
SOUTHERN STAR vs newer 60m+ superyachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. SOUTHERN STAR 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 SOUTHERN STAR
Overview
The 23.95m/78'7" 'Southern Star' sail yacht built by shipyard Southern Wind is available for charter for up to 6 guests in 3 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by American designer Nauta Yachts. Offering outstanding sailing performance, Southern Star offers comfortable deck space for magical outdoor living.
Performance Range
Southern Star is built with a kevlar composite hull and composite superstructure. Powered by 1 x Yanmar engines, she comfortably cruises at 9 knots with a range of up to 1,843 nautical miles from her 1,800 litre fuel tanks. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Southern Star this summer. She is also accepting bookings this winter on request. This luxury sail yacht for charter is in prime condition to host your next holiday of a lifetime.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2004, Southern Star offers guest accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 suites comprising a master suite and two twin cabins. There are 5 beds in total, including 1 king and 4 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 3 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Southern Star benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter such as air conditioning to keep your comfortable throughout your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- 1
- 843nm range
- Interior design from Nauta Yachts
- Sleeps 6 guests
- 3.6m/11'10" Navamarine Outboard
Amenities
Tenders
- 1 x 11'10 / 3.6m Navamarine Yamaha 25 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€26,000 p/week + expenses Approx $30,500
Mediterranean · Greece · Italy · Amalfi Coast · Mykonos
Winter Season
€26,000 p/week + expenses Approx $30,500
Cruising
Regions
Amalfi Coast · Amalfi · Capri · Positano · Sorrento
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether SOUTHERN STAR's 6 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether SOUTHERN STAR's 3 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop.
- Ask why SOUTHERN STAR 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.
- When requesting SOUTHERN STAR, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request SOUTHERN STAR charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether SOUTHERN STAR fits the route.
FAQ
SOUTHERN STAR charter questions
Is SOUTHERN STAR 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 SOUTHERN STAR?
SOUTHERN STAR is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
What should I send before requesting SOUTHERN STAR?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Capri, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether SOUTHERN STAR fits the plan.