RHAPSODY Yacht Charter — 18m Riva motor yacht for 4 guests, with a crew of 2
- Length
- 18 m
- Guests
- 4
- Cabins
- 2
- Crew
- 2
- Builder
- Riva
- Year
- 2005
18m · Riva · motor yacht
RHAPSODY at a glance
RHAPSODY is a 18m Riva motor yacht launched in 2005, sleeping 4 guests in 2 cabins with a crew of 2. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the West Coast United States.
- Length
- 18 m
- Guests
- 4
- Cabins
- 2
- Crew
- 2
- Builder
- Riva
- Year
- 2005
Blue Ocean Club overview
Riva launched her in 2005
Riva launched RHAPSODY in 2005, with a refit listed for 2018.
She measures 18 m in length, 4.6 m across the beam, 1.8 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 25 knots and a top speed of 37.5 knots.
She is flagged in United States.
01 · On deck
On deck
The outdoor spaces serve up to 4 guests.
02 · Where she cruises
California. Winter 2026
RHAPSODY is offered for charter in the West Coast United States.
Winter 2026: California.
03 · The crew
A crew of 2. English
A crew of 2 runs RHAPSODY.
Crew languages listed: English.
Interiors
RHAPSODY interiors
Listed on board: air conditioning and stabilizers.
Smoking policy: smoking on aft.
Accommodation
2 cabins
RHAPSODY sleeps 4 guests in 2 cabins.
The master cabin is located aft.
Diving
Diving equipment
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2026
Journeys in California
Winter 2026: California. These routes follow waters this yacht is listed for.
On board
Amenities and equipment
As listed for this yacht.
Listed amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Stabilizers
About the yacht
About RHAPSODY
Description as supplied.
RHAPSODY yacht available for charter. Built in 2005 with a charter price from $63,000 for up to 4 guests in 2 suites with a crew of 2.
Particulars
RHAPSODY specifications
- Length
- 18 m
- Length (ft)
- 59 ft
- Beam
- 4.6 m
- Draft
- 1.8 m
- Category
- Motor
- Hull
- Monohull
- Builder
- Riva
- Year launched
- 2005
- Refit
- 2018
- Flag
- United States
- Guests (sleeping)
- 4
- Guests (cruising)
- 8
- Cabins
- 2
- Master cabin
- Aft
- Crew
- 2
- Crew language
- English
- Cruising speed
- 25 kn
- Maximum speed
- 37.5 kn
- Fuel (cruising)
- 283.9 l/h
- Fuel (maximum)
- 567.8 l/h
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 46.3 km/h
- Maximum speed (km/h)
- 69.5 km/h
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- Yes
- Smoking
- Smoking on aft
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
RHAPSODY charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 | California | €56,200 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.
What a week aboard RHAPSODY 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
- $2,250
- Weekly rate ÷ 4 guests ÷ 7 nights, before APA, tax and gratuity.
- Nearest airports · California
- Los Angeles (LAX), San Diego (SAN) and San Francisco (SFO)
- Marina del Rey is about 15 minutes from LAX; San Diego's marinas are about 10–15 minutes from San Diego airport.
- Typical extras
- APA 30% (typical for motor yachts), gratuity 15%.
- US state and local sales taxes vary by state and are not included.
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $63,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (30%) | $18,900 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $9,500 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $91,400 |
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.
RHAPSODY and similar yachts in California
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Built | Weekly rate from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RHAPSODY (this yacht)Riva | 18 m | 4 | 2005 | $63,000 |
| S3XYSunseeker | 16.8 m | 4 | 2022 | $42,000 |
| KNOT NEGOTIABLEPrestige Yachts | 18.9 m | 6 | 2024 | $52,500 |
| AVENTADORAzimut Yachts | 16.8 m | 6 | 2022 | $42,000 |
| CHECKED OUTPacific Mariner | 19.8 m | 6 | 2004 | $20,000 |
Same type of yacht, listed for California, 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.
Cruising California: when to go and where to anchor
Best time
The primary charter season runs from May to October. Summer months bring reliable north-westerly breezes and warmer temperatures, though coastal fog is common in the mornings during May and June. September and October often provide clear skies and calmer seas. Winter cruising is possible but subject to Pacific storms and larger swells. Southern California marinas are busy year-round, while the Channel Islands remain relatively quiet.
Practical tips
- Main airports are Los Angeles (LAX), San Diego (SAN) and San Francisco (SFO). Marina del Rey is 15 minutes from LAX; San Diego marinas are 10-15 minutes from SAN.
- Coastal fog, known locally as the marine layer, frequently reduces visibility in the mornings during early summer, requiring reliance on radar and GPS for navigation.
- Watch for thick kelp beds around the Channel Islands; they can foul propellers and block engine cooling intakes, requiring careful visual navigation.
Anchorages to know
- Avalon Harbour, Catalina IslandA busy, sheltered harbour with mooring buoys, providing direct access to the town of Avalon and its shoreside facilities.
- Smuggler's Cove, Santa Cruz IslandLocated on the eastern end of the island, this anchorage offers protection from prevailing north-westerly winds and access to coastal hiking trails.
- Cuyler Harbor, San Miguel IslandA sweeping bay on the northern coast of San Miguel, requiring careful navigation around kelp beds, featuring a sandy beach and seal colonies.
- Mission Bay, San DiegoA large, protected recreational bay in San Diego with designated anchorages and marinas, offering calm waters and direct access to the city.
Also listed
Listed with RHAPSODY
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RHAPSODY yacht gallery
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
RHAPSODY: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering RHAPSODY. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.