THE RICHIE Yacht Charter — 25.6m Azimut Yachts motor yacht for 8 guests, with a crew of 4
- Length
- 25.6 m
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 4
- Builder
- Azimut Yachts
- Year
- 2014
25.6m · Azimut Yachts · motor yacht
THE RICHIE at a glance
THE RICHIE is a 25.6m Azimut Yachts motor yacht launched in 2014, sleeping 8 guests in 4 cabins with a crew of 4. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the West Coast United States.
- Length
- 25.6 m
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 4
- Builder
- Azimut Yachts
- Year
- 2014
Blue Ocean Club overview
Azimut Yachts launched her in 2014
Azimut Yachts launched THE RICHIE in 2014, with a refit listed for 2020.
She measures 25.6 m in length, 6.5 m across the beam, 1.8 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 17 knots and a top speed of 27 knots.
Design is credited to Stefano Righini.
01 · On deck
Flybridge. Up to 8 guests
The outdoor spaces serve up to 8 guests.
02 · Where she cruises
California. Winter 2026
THE RICHIE is offered for charter in the West Coast United States.
Winter 2026: California, Far North Alaska, South Central Alaska and South West Alaska.
Interiors
THE RICHIE interiors
The photo set shows “Kitchen”.
Listed on board: air conditioning and stabilizers at anchor.
Smoking policy: no smoking.
Accommodation
4 cabins
THE RICHIE sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
Diving
Diving equipment
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2026
Journeys in California
Winter 2026: California, Far North Alaska and South Central Alaska. These routes follow waters this yacht is listed for.
On board
Amenities and equipment
As listed for this yacht.
Listed amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Stabilizers At Anchor
About the yacht
About THE RICHIE
Description as supplied.
THE RICHIE yacht available for charter. Built in 2014 with a charter price from $85,000 for up to 8 guests in 4 suites with a crew of 4.
Particulars
THE RICHIE specifications
- Length
- 25.6 m
- Length (ft)
- 84 ft
- Beam
- 6.5 m
- Draft
- 1.79 m
- Category
- Motor
- Hull
- Monohull
- Construction
- GRP
- Builder
- Azimut Yachts
- Designer
- Stefano Righini
- Year launched
- 2014
- Refit
- 2020
- Guests (sleeping)
- 8
- Guests (cruising)
- 12
- Guests (entertaining)
- 12
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 4
- Crew language
- English
- Engine
- 2x diesel Caterpillar (C-32 ACERT) 1,723hp engines
- Cruising speed
- 17 kn
- Maximum speed
- 27 kn
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 31.5 km/h
- Maximum speed (km/h)
- 50 km/h
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- Yes
- Smoking
- No smoking
- Prior name
- PHOENIX
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
THE RICHIE charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 | California, Far North Alaska, South Central Alaska, South West Alaska | €75,800 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 THE RICHIE 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
- $1,518
- Weekly rate ÷ 8 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) | $85,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (30%) | $25,500 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $12,800 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $123,300 |
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.
THE RICHIE and similar yachts in California
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Built | Weekly rate from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE RICHIE (this yacht)Azimut Yachts | 25.6 m | 8 | 2014 | $85,000 |
| SERENITY NOWCustom | 28 m | 8 | 2010 | $80,000 |
| SEA LA VIESunseeker | 22.9 m | 8 | 2016 | $70,000 |
| PEDAZO FINOAzimut Yachts | 26.8 m | 8 | 2020 | $105,000 |
| SEA HAWKAzimut Yachts | 27.1 m | 8 | 2002 | $75,000 |
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 THE RICHIE
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THE RICHIE yacht gallery
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
THE RICHIE: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering THE RICHIE. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.