The superyacht Malia, which sold for $120 million in 2023, offers a taste of unparalleled luxury for those with a penchant for the extravagant. Available for charter at a staggering $930,000 per week, this 255-foot floating palace promises an opulent experience on the high seas.
But the base charter fee is just the beginning. Additional surcharges for fuel, food, drinks, marina fees, onshore activities, and special requests typically add around 35% to the base price. In European waters, a value-added tax of approximately 20% applies, varying by country. Crew gratuities range from 10% to 20% of the charter fee, bringing the total cost of a week cruising the French Riviera to an impressive $1,441,500.
For this princely sum, guests aboard Malia can enjoy a breathtaking tour of the Mediterranean, exploring destinations from Monaco and the Italian Riviera to the stunning Sardinian coast and the Maddalena Islands. The yacht accommodates up to 12 guests in eight sumptuous staterooms, including a master VIP suite, all featuring luxurious ensuite bathrooms.
“The accommodations are akin to high-end hotel rooms,” said Sacha Williams, global charter marketing director at Northrop & Johnson. “It’s like living in a floating five-star hotel.” The main deck boasts a spacious saloon with a bar and dining area, while the upper deck features an opulent glass chandelier and an extensive audio-visual system.
Guests can enjoy seamless access between decks via an elevator. The yacht is equipped with a full-service gym and a spa that includes a massage room, sauna, and Turkish hammam bath. “Wellness is a significant trend in the yacht industry,” Williams noted. “The onboard spa therapist provides a wide range of treatments, making it possible to spend an entire day indulging in wellness and beauty services.”
Malia also features a glass-edged infinity pool on the main deck and a glass-bottomed Jacuzzi on the sundeck, along with an outdoor theater for cinematic experiences under the stars.
For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, Malia’s leisure inventory includes several tenders for shore excursions, a 46-foot sportfishing tender for deep-sea fishing, and a shark-shaped submersible for underwater exploration. Guests can also take advantage of Fliteboard motorized surfboards, Seabobs for underwater exploration, and an array of water toys including jet skis, water skis, paddleboards, pedalboards, wakeboards, kayaks, and an inflatable climbing frame with a walkway.
With such an extensive array of amenities and activities, Malia represents the pinnacle of luxury yachting, providing an unforgettable experience for those willing to invest in this floating paradise.
