NOCTURNO — 48.3m Rayburn Custom sailing yacht for charter
- Length
- 48.3m
- Beam
- 8.4m
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 9
- From / Week
- €85,000
Sailing Grandeur, East Mediterranean Horizons
NOCTURNO yacht available for charter. Built in 2023 with a charter price from €85,000 for up to 12 guests in 6 suites with a crew of 9.
Launched in 2023 by Rayburn Custom Yachts, NOCTURNO is a 48.3-metre sailing yacht designed for journeys across the East Mediterranean. With a beam of 8.4 metres, she offers expansive deck spaces and six private cabins accommodating up to twelve guests. A dedicated crew of nine ensures seamless service, while amenities like Starlink Satellite Internet and an on-deck Jacuzzi enhance the charter experience. NOCTURNO combines the elegance of sail with the comforts of a contemporary superyacht, inviting exploration of sun-drenched coastlines and azure waters.
“NOCTURNO is a 48.3m · Rayburn Custom Yachts · built 2023 charter yacht in the Blue Ocean Club fleet. Published specifications list accommodation for up to 12 guests. Current charter planning can be discussed for East Mediterranean, subject to the yacht's live availability and cruising permissions.”
A closer look
Aloft on Azure Waters
From this vantage, NOCTURNO's sleek profile and substantial 48.3-metre length are evident, hinting at the generous volumes within. The clean lines of her superstructure contrast with the deep blue of the surrounding sea, suggesting both performance under sail and stability at anchor. Her expansive decks promise ample space for relaxation and observation, whether cruising or moored in a secluded cove.
A Collection of Aquatic Pursuits
A curated selection of water toys awaits, promising exhilaration on the water. Paddleboards and kayaks offer serene exploration, while Jet Skis and Jet Surfs provide a faster pace. The inflatable Jet Ski dock keeps equipment organised and accessible. For those seeking more adventurous thrills, a foilboard, wakeboard, and adult water skis are ready for deployment, complemented by various towable toys.
Open-Air Relaxation Deck
The sun deck is an elevated haven, featuring extensive sun pads and sun loungers arranged for comfort and panoramic views. The integrated Jacuzzi offers a refreshing retreat under the open sky, while the shade of the Bimini provides respite from the Mediterranean sun. This expansive area is designed for both lively social gatherings and quiet moments of contemplation, with ample space for all guests.
Main Salon's Serene Comfort
Within the main salon, natural light floods through generous windows, illuminating a space designed for relaxation and social interaction. Plush seating invites guests to unwind, while the surrounding decor creates an atmosphere of understated elegance. An indoor audio system and a TV ensure entertainment options are readily available, making this a central hub for gathering after a day on the water.
Refined Indoor Dining
This dedicated dining area within the main salon features a large, polished table, perfectly set for formal meals or relaxed brunches. The setting is intimate yet spacious, allowing for comfortable conversation among guests. Overhead lighting enhances the ambiance, while the proximity to the salon's amenities ensures a seamless flow between dining and leisure moments on board.
Accommodation
NOCTURNO features six beautifully appointed cabins, providing private havens for up to twelve guests. Each cabin is designed with comfort in mind, offering a tranquil retreat at the end of each day. With a TV in every cabin, guests can enjoy personal entertainment in privacy. The layout ensures ample space for all on board, allowing for both shared experiences and individual moments of quiet repose throughout the journey across the East Mediterranean.
Culinary experiences on board NOCTURNO are crafted to complement the East Mediterranean cruising region. The main salon offers a refined indoor dining space, perfect for formal meals or celebratory dinners. For a more casual setting, foredeck seating provides an open-air alternative, allowing guests to dine with the sea breeze. An ice maker ensures refreshing beverages are always at hand, enhancing every meal and social gathering.
NOCTURNO offers several amenities for relaxation and well-being. The sun deck features a Jacuzzi, providing a soothing soak under the open sky. Guests can maintain their routine with the available exercise equipment and gym equipment. Sun pads and sun loungers are strategically placed across the decks for basking in the sun or enjoying quiet moments of repose.
NOCTURNO's extensive collection of water toys promises adventure for every guest. The inventory includes a foilboard, Jet Skis (standup), Jet Surf, kayaks, paddleboards, Seabobs, and an inflatable Jet Ski dock. For towable fun, there are various towable toys, a wakeboard, and adult water skis. Light fishing gear is also on board for those seeking a tranquil angling experience.
Equipment & Amenities
32 items reported by CharterIndex.
The Crew
A professional crew of 9 dedicated to your charter.
Duje Ercegović
Croatia · Croatian, English
Captain Duje was born in 1989 in Split into a family with over 40 years long tradition of maritime enterprise. Before Nocturno, he was the captain of another family boat. He studied at the Faculty of Maritime Studies in Split. He also has experience as an officer on LNG. He is very athletic; in his free time, his passions are spearfishing and football. He plays in the position of the defender in the local football club and Duje is an amiable and easy-going person, a very confident who will do everything to make your cruise unforgettable. He and the Nocturno crew will be at your disposal during your memorable cruising.
Stipe Ercegović
Croatia · Croatian, English
Stipe, captain’s younger brother was born in Split in 1999., and same like his older brother he has spent most of his younger days around sea and boats or sailing with his father. After graduating from high school, he decided to join his brother on a boat, considering it the best way to gain life and work experience, and from this season, he will be with his brother on his new boat. When he is not sailing on the sea surface, he is under the sea – diving. This is his way to relax and connect with the sea on a special way. During the winter he remains active and engages in various recreational sports such as futsal, basketball and aerosol. While aboard Stipe is always there for all the clients needs. He will welcome you with the smile on his face, ready to be at your service – whether you need a towel when going out of the sea, a tender ride or some new water toy.
Andrija Katušić
Croatia · Croatian, English
Born into a naval family, Andrija spent much of his childhood watching his grandfather and father set sail for the blue horizon. He listened attentively to their stories and experiences and slowly fell in love with sailors’ lives. After graduating from the Technical Highschool of Engineering and Mechatronics, Andrija decided to follow his family legacy. He joined the yachting industry in 2018 and has worked on several vessels, including a 31 meters mini cruiser Luna, also owned by the Ercegović family. His natural navigation and mechanical skills, combined with his easy-going character, make him a true asset to the Nocturno family. Not only is he a skilled sailor, but he is also a highly skilled stonemason. In his spare time, 23-year-old Andrija enjoys fishing and playing football.
Mario Bartulović
Croatia · Croatian, English
After graduating from Maritime High School, 29-year-old Mario was pursuing a professional football career before he decided to enter the yachting industry. His great sense of adventure and love for the sea led him into the yachting world, where he found his new passion and proved himself a very skilled sailor, reliable colleague, and great worker. He is joining Nocturno as a second mate after performing that role flawlessly on other motor sailors. His former colleagues describe him as a great team player, an ever-smiling, easy-going person.
Dalibor Perinčić
Croatia · Croatian, English
Dalibor is genuinely passionate about gastronomy, which awakens his creativity and imagination! He has been attracted to cooking since childhood, but he only discovered his love for gastronomy at the High Catering School. His time there allowed him to hone creative ideas and express himself through cooking. He was able to learn about different cuisines and experiment with ingredients to bring out the best flavors. At that time, Dalibor developed a strong affinity for cooking. Following his dreams, Dalibor had the opportunity to continue his education in gastronomy. He took advantage of this opportunity by enrolling in a master’s course, which required dedication and hard work, but paid off in the end. During the course, he gained even more knowledge about regional cuisines while developing specialized skills such as plate techniques and food presentation methods. This experience proved invaluable when it came time to cook professionally; it gave him the confidence and expertise to create amazing dishes everyone could enjoy! He makes the most of his downtime by enjoying quality moments with those he loves and exploring new places.
Mijo Mandurić
Croatia · Croatian, English
Mijo Mandurić is a very experienced 30-year-old sous chef from Split who was part of the Ercegović crew family long before joining the Nocturno family. Nothing delights him more than exploring new culinary styles and finding new ways to prepare food, so he takes every opportunity to travel abroad and attend culinary classes. When he is not exploring what’s new in the world of pots and pans, Mijo loves to play football in a local football club, where he has shown excellent skills and won numerous awards with his playmates. His former colleagues describe him as hardworking yet easy-going, adventurous yet reliable.
Tanja Milavić
Croatia · Croatian, English, Italian, Spanish
Hostess Tanja Milavić, was born in the city of Split in 1989. She finished Language education high school in Omiš, which is a small town located on the sea and known in history for pirates. That should not scare you as it is just a product of its rich culture in sailing and manufacturing of old wooden ships. She speaks fluent English and has knowledge of conversational Italian and Spanish. She is well experienced in working on boats and is eager to serve and make each one of her guests a VIP one. Tanja is opened to new experiences and getting to know new people and places which makes her an easy-going person but very dedicated to her job as a crew member on Nocturno. In her free time, she loves going for walks in nature with her pets, doing pilates and hiking so he truly enjoys the outdoors and has that adventurous spirit.
Doris Gambiroža
Croatia · Croatian, English, Spanish
Hostess Doris Gambiroža was born in the city of Split in 1989. She is a Bachelor of Economics, speaks fluent English, and has knowledge of conversational Spanish. She is well experienced in working on boats as a hostess. Besides that, she worked as a Poker dealer. After five years working in the local poker club, she becomes a freelance dealer in the EU and worldwide. She worked as a front desk receptionist at Hostel Sunseekers, welcoming the hostel guests and helping them with any questions they had. Doris is a young, ambitious individual eager for knowledge and success. She is extremely communicative, ready for teamwork, adaptable, resourceful, and prepared for the challenge. In her free time, she loves traveling and exploring new places, spending time with friends, taking long walks in nature, and doing recreational kickboxing. She loves enjoying life.
Nikolina Romić
Croatia · Croatian, English
After graduating from high school, a 27-year-old Nikolina worked as a teaching assistant for children with special educational needs and disabilities and as a waitress. She joined the yachting industry in 2021, and there she found a perfect field to combine her passion for travel and love for people. When Nikolina is not working, she travels, explores new cultures, does yoga, and enjoys outdoor activities. Besides her experience and professional attitude, Nikolina is a very communicative and easy-going person who knows how to make clients feel at home by meeting all their wishes and requirements.
Cruising Areas
NOCTURNO is available for charter in the following destinations and sub-regions.
Full Specifications
- Beam
- 8.4 m
- Draft
- 3.3 m
- Cruising speed
- 10 kts
- Flag
- Croatia
- MCA
- None
- VAT
- Not registered
- Smoking
- No smoking
- Captain
- Duje Ercegović
Diving
Diving by arrangement · Snorkeling Equipment
Rates & Availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Published weekly rate | Dates and season terms to be confirmed | €85,000 |
Live data via CharterIndex · taxes, operating expenses and other charges are confirmed for the specific charter
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NOCTURNO: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering NOCTURNO. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.
What a yacht like NOCTURNO costs to own — not just to charter
The published weekly rate for NOCTURNO is the base charter fee, not an all-in total. APA, taxes, repositioning and itinerary-specific services are confirmed separately. Ownership of a 48m yacht in this class is a five-year commitment — crew payroll, insurance, class and refit reserves, berthing and depreciation. Our yacht ownership vs charter vs fractional ownership study runs the real five-year cost of a €15 million yacht against the equivalent charter spend, and the most profitable yachts for owners ranking shows how much of that stack charter revenue actually recovers.
Plan a charter aboard NOCTURNO
Destinations → Yachts → Experiences → Events → Costs — every step of the brief, in the order our brokers work through it.
- Family charterOne floating villa. Six bays a week. Zero hotel breakfasts.
- Gastronomy charterTwo-star kitchens ashore. A tasting menu on board. Six markets in seven days.
- Celebration & birthdayThe party doesn't end at the dock — it follows you to the next bay.
- Honeymoon charterTwo of you. A private crew. One unrepeatable week.
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NOCTURNO inside the Blue Ocean Club ecosystem
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Where the yacht is berthed — the start of every charter
Cruising grounds
The cruising grounds the yacht is chartered in
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- Split Yacht Charter
Flagship destination inside the yacht's declared cruising region
- Greece
Flagship destination inside the yacht's declared cruising region
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