HYPERION Yacht Description
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2 E-Foils – Flight Boards:
Trendy, popular water toys providing thrilling rides for up to 2 guests simultaneously in the water. -
2 SeaBobs – Jet Shooters:
Premium seascooter brand that offers fast, smooth underwater rides for guests looking for excitement. -
Extensive Water Sports Selection:
Includes kite surfing gear, wakeboards, water skis, snorkelling & scuba gear, perfect for families and adventurers.
First, the headline fact: HYPERION is the original “big-tech” super‑sloop – a 47m Royal Huisman weapon built in 1998, refit 2023, that used to be the largest, most advanced sloop in the world and is still busy collecting silverware at regattas. If you want a sailboat that actually sails (and wins), this is where you stop scrolling.
What you’re really buying here: race‑proven performance wrapped around a very small guest list – just 6 guests in 3 ensuite cabins including a full‑beam master with study – which translates into more space, more crew attention (8 of them), and no “charter crowd” vibe. Think split‑level main salon, proper pilothouse, and vast, clean teak decks designed for sailing and lounging, not for stacking furniture.
Tech nerd meets classic yacht brain: HYPERION was built as a showcase of “too much technology” – 59m carbon mast, massive sail plan, miles of wiring, and a fully integrated AV system: multiple plasma screens, 9‑zone music, ~2,000 albums and ~800 movies on tap. You get the traditional mahogany, marquetry and marble look, backed by modern systems, Wi‑Fi and serious engineering (MTU main engine, major systems upgraded).
Why charter HYPERION instead of another 150‑footer: because this one has a regatta résumé (Millennium Cup, St Barths Bucket, Superyacht Cup) and a real toys arsenal: chase tender plus Zodiac, e‑foils, SeaBobs, paddle boards, kites, wakeboards, skis, towables and a big hydraulic swim platform that turns the stern into a floating beach. Translation: you actually use the water, not just look at it.
Net result: you get an award‑winning, high‑performance Royal Huisman with a small guest count, big‑boat volume, split‑level social spaces and an experienced, long‑standing crew delivering what is essentially a private regatta yacht that moonlights as a charter boat. If you want the “proper sailboat” experience without giving up comfort, this is the serious‑option tab you keep open.
Accommodation
Full beamowner's cabin located aft with king-sized bed, study area and bathroom en-suite.Double cabin starboard side aft with queen size bed, shower room en-suite.
Twin cabin on port side aft with two single beds and shower room en-suite.
Captain Only
Winter Rates: 125,000 USD/week - High Season (Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years) 112,000 USD/week - Low Season (Remaining period) Summer Rates: 125,000 EUR/week - High Season (July, August & events) 112,000 EUR/week - Low Season (May, June, September, & October)What is the cabin arrangement of HYPERION?
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Suite | King | En-suite bathroom with deluxe tub, marble finish | Full |
| Double Cabin | Queen | En-suite bathroom with shower | Full |
| Twin Cabin | 2 Single beds | En-suite bathroom with shower | Full |
HYPERION
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Weekly price: €112,000 - €125,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 155'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 8
- Builder: Royal Huisman
- Consumption: 100 Litres/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 10
- Max. Speed: 15
- Built Year: 1998
Price Terms
Plus Expenses - add APA to the price you see
Plus Expenses arrangement includes the boat and crew only (without tip).
All additional/variable expenses such as Gas and Food are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) - an additional deposit that is added on top of the charter price.
The expenses, such as provisioning, fuel, marina fees, are deducted from the APA. The APA is based on the price of the yacht and ranges from 15% (crewed sailing yachts) to 30% (motor yachts with higher fuel consumption).
For a sailboat like HYPERION, the expected APA is 15% to 30% of the charter price (€16,800 - €33,600), making the charter cost €128,800 to €145,600. Exact amount will be confirmed after inquiry.
You can actively control these expenses in your preference sheet (local vs. imported beverages) and by choice of itinerary (distances traveled).
The remainder of the APA is returned after charter.
HYPERION Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Taxes: 12%, exceptions available | Total | Note | |
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| 14 day charter | 224,000EUR to 250,000EUR | 44,800EUR to 75,000EUR | 26,880EUR to 30,000EUR | 295,680EUR to 355,000EUR | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 112,000EUR to 125,000EUR | 22,400EUR to 37,500EUR | 13,440EUR to 15,000EUR | 147,840EUR to 177,500EUR | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 56,000EUR to 62,500EUR | 11,200EUR to 18,750EUR | 6,720EUR to 7,500EUR | 73,920EUR to 88,750EUR | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 112,000EUR / 6 * 3 days = 56,000EUR |
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
Price Details
Price from: EUR112,000
High season rate: EUR125,000
HYPERION Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
VHF Radiotelephone
1 Siemens Hicom 130 wireless telephone exchange with 21 extensions
2 x GSM phones
Iridium hand held phone
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Chase boat tender "the Hype" | Chase boat tender used for guest transfers and water sports support. |
| Zodiac inflatable tender | Zodiac inflatable tender with Yamaha 40 2-stroke outboard. |
| Water sports and sunbathing platform / floating dock | Floating dock used as a 5.25 m water sports and sunbathing platform. |
| Seabobs - jet shooters | 2 Seabobs jet-powered scooters for powered swimming and underwater cruising. |
| E-foils - Flight Boards | 2 e-foils Flight Boards for electric hydrofoiling above the water surface. |
| Paddle boards | 2 solid foam core paddle boards for stand-up paddling. |
| Water skis | Water skis for towing behind the tender. |
| Wake boards | Wake boards for towing behind the tender. |
| Kids tube and towable toys | Kids tube and towable toys for towing behind the tender. |
| Selection of fins, masks, wetsuits and rash vests | Selection of fins, masks, wetsuits and rash vests for in-water activities. |
| Nash kite surfer | 1 Nash kite surfer for kite surfing. |
| Water-ski | 1 water-ski for towing behind the tender. |
| Kneeboard | 1 kneeboard for towing behind the tender. |
| Windsurfer | 1 windsurfer with additional boards on option. |
| Surf boards | Short surf boards for wave riding. |
| Doughnuts | 2 doughnuts towable inflatables. |
| Towable inflatables | Towable inflatables for towing behind the tender. |
| Fishing equipment | Fishing equipment for recreational angling. |
| Snorkelling equipment | Snorkelling equipment for guests. |
| Scuba diving equipment (rendezvous) | Scuba diving equipment used with rendezvous dive operators. |
Crew
Captain: Daniel Rawlins
Daniel drives HYPERION with the quiet confidence of someone who has crossed oceans for decades, keeping the boat fast, safe, and exactly where you want it. He leads from the front, reading weather, crew, and guests so the whole trip runs tight and controlled while you just enjoy the ride.
- South African, grew up sailing with the Royal Natal Yacht Club from age 8
- Started yachting career in 1998 with three transatlantic crossings and two charter seasons completed early on
- Took permanent captain’s position on 120ft Perini Navi S/Y Gitana in 2000
- Captain on HYPERION since 2010 with extensive multi-region cruising experience
Nico brings racer’s instincts and charter calm, trimming HYPERION hard for performance while keeping guest schedules loose and easy. He knows how to turn Balearic, Greek, and Caribbean waters into a clean sequence of anchorages, swims, and sails that feel sharp, not scripted.
- Canadian, grew up racing and coaching on the Great Lakes
- Has progressed through the ranks on HYPERION since 2011 to rotational captain
- Extensive cruising experience in the Balearics, Greece, and the Caribbean
Sarah runs the galley like a precision bakery crossed with a travelling kitchen, turning out clean, inventive plates that land exactly when the day’s sailing says you’re ready. She folds her love of baking and travel into menus that feel personal and dialed-in, not generic “yacht food.”
- Canadian nationality
- Seven years of experience as a dedicated yachting chef
- Special passion for baking, integrated into her onboard culinary style
- Culinary perspective shaped by frequent travel, with El Salvador a key influence
Thomas keeps HYPERION’s big-yacht systems humming so the boat feels smooth, quiet, and ready to push hard whenever the wind comes on. He treats every passage like a technical project, staying ahead of problems so guests never see the machinery, only the results.
- British nationality
- Extensive large sailing yacht experience, previously long-term Chief Engineer on 55m S/Y Marie
- Fluent in English and French with conversational Spanish
- Based in the UK when off rotation, with strong focus on endurance water sports and sailing
Gavin brings Southern Ocean grit to HYPERION’s engine room, running the technical side with the same focus he used on tough delivery miles. He keeps the yacht reliable and responsive, so long passages and tight itineraries stay on track.
- South African, grew up in Durban
- Early offshore experience sailing in the Southern Ocean after high school
- Completed multiple transatlantic deliveries of 35ft catamarans before superyacht career
- Joined HYPERION as rotational Chief Engineer in March 2021 and is based in Amsterdam off rotation
Tim runs the deck with racer discipline and old-school seaman’s instinct, turning hoists, reefs, and moorings into clean, controlled moves guests barely feel. He likes real sailing, so when conditions line up, he’ll quietly stretch HYPERION’s legs while keeping everything safe and tight.
- Irish, raised in a coastal town near Dublin
- Started sailing at age 4 in Optimist dinghies
- Eight years of yachting experience, including work on 90m gaff-rigged schooner Athena
Gemma runs HYPERION’s interior like a well-planned event, reading the room fast and tuning service so every meal, drink, and detail hits clean. She blends warmth and precision, turning the yacht into a calm, polished space that still feels easy and relaxed.
- New Zealander, entered yachting during the 2020 America’s Cup in New Zealand
- Background in event management and business prior to yachting
- Specializes in wine curation and elegant table settings onboard
