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28m · Mangusta (Overmarine) · motor yacht

HOUDINI Yacht Charter — 28m Mangusta (Overmarine) motor yacht for 8 guests, with a crew of 3

Length
28 m
Guests
8
Cabins
4
Crew
3
Builder
Mangusta (Overmarine)
Year
2008

28m · Mangusta (Overmarine) · motor yacht

HOUDINI at a glance

HOUDINI is a 28m Mangusta (Overmarine) motor yacht launched in 2008, sleeping 8 guests in 4 cabins with a crew of 3. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the Caribbean and the East Coast United States.

Length
28 m
Guests
8
Cabins
4
Crew
3
Builder
Mangusta (Overmarine)
Year
2008

Blue Ocean Club overview

Mangusta (Overmarine) launched her in 2008

Mangusta (Overmarine) launched HOUDINI in 2008, with a refit listed for 2020.

She measures 28 m in length, 6.7 m across the beam, 0.9 m of draft.

She has a listed cruising speed of 35 knots and a top speed of 41 knots.

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HOUDINI — Stern Dining
Stern Dining
HOUDINI — HOUDINI
HOUDINI

01 · On deck

HOUDINI. Up to 8 guests

The outdoor spaces serve up to 8 guests.

HOUDINI — Stern Table
Stern Table

02 · Where she cruises

the Bahamas. Winter 2026

HOUDINI is offered for charter in the Caribbean and the East Coast United States.

Winter 2026: Bahamas and Florida - East Coast.

Summer 2027: Bahamas and Florida - East Coast.

Interiors

HOUDINI interiors

The photo set shows “Saloon Night”.

Listed on board: air conditioning.

Smoking policy: no smoking.

HOUDINI — Saloon Night
Saloon Night
HOUDINI — Saloon Night
Saloon Night
HOUDINI — Master Cabin
Master Cabin

Accommodation

4 cabins

HOUDINI sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.

Diving

Diving equipment

  • Diving insured: No
HOUDINI — Bow Cabana

Route inspiration · Winter 2026

Journeys in the Bahamas

Winter 2026: Bahamas and Florida - East Coast. These routes follow waters this yacht is listed for.

  1. 01Bahamasthe Bahamas · Winter 2026
  2. 02BahamasWinter 2026
  3. 03Florida - East CoastWinter 2026

On board

Amenities and equipment

As listed for this yacht.

Listed amenities

  • Air Conditioning

About the yacht

About HOUDINI

Description as supplied.

HOUDINI yacht available for charter. Built in 2008 with a charter price from $53,000 for up to 8 guests in 4 suites with a crew of 3.

HOUDINI — Stern Cabana

Particulars

HOUDINI specifications

Length
28 m
Length (ft)
92 ft
Beam
6.7 m
Draft
0.9 m
Category
Motor
Hull
Monohull
Builder
Mangusta (Overmarine)
Year launched
2008
Refit
2020
Guests (sleeping)
8
Cabins
4
Crew
3
Crew language
English
Cruising speed
35 kn
Maximum speed
41 kn
Cruising speed (km/h)
64.8 km/h
Maximum speed (km/h)
75.9 km/h
VAT registered
No
USA duty
No
Smoking
No smoking

Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management

HOUDINI charter rate & availability

SeasonPeriodWeekly Rate
Winter 2026Bahamas, Florida - East Coast€47,200 per week
Summer 2027Bahamas, Florida - East Coast€47,200 per week

The published rate and availability are confirmed for the requested dates.

Need the cost structure first? Read the Blue Ocean Club guide to base charter fees, APA and taxes.

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Who HOUDINI suits

HOUDINI provides a comfortable setting for groups of eight guests, with four cabins available for overnight stays. She is well-equipped for relaxed cruising, featuring air conditioning throughout to ensure a pleasant interior environment. Given her setup, she suits families or small groups of friends looking to enjoy time on the water, though please note that she does not carry any water toys on board. Her layout balances social spaces with private accommodation, making her a straightforward choice for those prioritising a motor yacht experience.

When positioned in the Bahamas, she sits close to the typical length for comparable yachts in the area. Her capacity for guests is the same as similar vessels, and she maintains a build year that is also similar to others found in these waters. Furthermore, the weekly rate for HOUDINI is similar to her peers, ensuring that she remains a consistent option for those evaluating the local market. She provides a familiar standard of accommodation that aligns well with the expectations for this class of motor yacht.

The best time to charter HOUDINI across the Caribbean, the East Coast United States, the Bahamas, and Florida - East Coast is between December and April, when the weather is typically dry and stable. This period aligns with the primary charter season, offering favourable conditions for navigation. While she remains in these regions through the summer months from May to November, clients should be aware that this period includes the Atlantic hurricane season, which can bring increased rainfall and humidity. Choosing the cooler, drier months ensures the most reliable experience for time spent on board.

Written by Blue Ocean Club from this yacht's listed particulars and checked against them line by line. The yacht's own description is shown separately on this page.

Blue Ocean Club estimate · not the listed rate

What a week aboard HOUDINI costs all-in

Our planning estimate, built on the listed weekly rate shown in the rate section. APA, tax and gratuity are typical figures; your charter contract sets the final amounts.

Charter fee per guest per night
$946
Weekly rate ÷ 8 guests ÷ 7 nights, before APA, tax and gratuity.
Nearest airports · Bahamas
Nassau (NAS); Exuma (GGT) and private airstrips in the Out Islands
Nassau's marinas are about 20–30 minutes from Lynden Pindling International; regional and private flights reach the Exumas.
Typical extras
APA 30% (typical for motor yachts), gratuity 15%, Bahamas charter tax 14%.
10% VAT plus a 4% charter fee, paid to the Bahamas Port Department.
At the listed rate
Charter fee (listed rate)$53,000
Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (30%)$15,900
Bahamas charter tax (14%)$7,400
Crew gratuity (customary) (15%)$8,000
Estimated all-in week≈ $84,300

The APA is an advance for fuel, food, drinks, berths and similar running costs; unspent APA is returned. Some yachts are offered on all-inclusive terms, in which case the APA line does not apply. Delivery fees, if any, are extra. How charter costs work.

Blue Ocean Club comparison

HOUDINI and similar yachts in the Bahamas

YachtLengthGuestsBuiltWeekly rate from
HOUDINI (this yacht)Mangusta (Overmarine)28 m82008$53,000
NEW LIFELazzara28 m82009$57,000
SPECTREPrincess29 m82009$48,000
EMRYSSunseeker29.9 m82010$50,000
VOYAGERLazzara26.8 m82006$47,000

Same type of yacht, listed for the Bahamas, closest in length, guests, rate and age. Rates of the other yachts as listed on 31 October 2026; open each yacht for its current rate.

Blue Ocean Club cruising guide · listed for Winter 2026

Cruising the Bahamas: when to go and where to anchor

Best time

The primary charter season runs from mid-December through April, marked by prevailing easterly trade winds of 10 to 20 knots and dry conditions. Occasional winter cold fronts bring stronger northwesterly winds. May is warm and calm. The Atlantic hurricane season officially spans 1 June to 30 November, bringing higher humidity, increased rainfall, and lower charter traffic, though summer conditions can offer settled seas outside of tropical systems.

Practical tips

  • Fly into Nassau (NAS) or Exuma (GGT); Nassau's marinas are 20–30 minutes from Lynden Pindling International, while regional and private flights access Out Island airstrips.
  • Cruising permits are required upon entry, and fishing or shelling is strictly prohibited within the boundaries of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.
  • Provision thoroughly in Nassau before departing for the Out Islands, where grocery selections are limited and dependent on weekly freight deliveries.

Anchorages to know

  • Shroud Cay
    Located within the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, this uninhabited mangrove island offers tidal creeks navigable by tender and sheltered anchorage on its western side.
  • Staniel Cay
    A central Exuma hub providing protected mooring options, direct access to Thunderball Grotto, and close proximity to Big Major Cay.
  • Warderick Wells Cay
    The headquarters of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park features a protected mooring field within a natural deep-water channel and marked hiking trails.
  • Highbourne Cay
    Situated at the northern gateway to the Exumas, it provides sheltered anchorage on its leeward side and an established marina for fuel and water.
Read the full Bahamas cruising guide →

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Frequently asked

HOUDINI: your questions, answered

The most common questions we receive about chartering HOUDINI. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.