Yacht Description
Built for big groups. CASABLANCA is a 53.3m (175ft) custom motor yacht built in 2017, set up to sleep 36 guests in 18 cabins. If you are trying to keep a large party under one roof (and one itinerary), this layout makes it realistically doable.
Deck life, sorted. Three deck levels give you multiple places to spread out, with expansive areas for al fresco dining and sunbathing. There is also stepped access down to the swim platform at the stern for easy in-and-out of the water. Simple. Effective.
Wellness on tap. CASABLANCA’s wellness zone includes a sauna, massage room, and a saltwater plunge pool, plus a deck jacuzzi for low-effort recovery between swims. There is also an outdoor gym area when someone in the group insists on “staying on track.”
Toys that scale. For water time, you have a Jet Ski (Seadoo Spark), a Waverunner, 2 Seabobs, 6 paddleboards, wakeboard, adult and children’s waterskis, towables and 2 donuts, plus an inflatable platform with a dedicated jet ski dock. Two Ris Marine 650 tenders (12 pax each) keep transfers and beach runs moving without the usual traffic jam.
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CASABLANCA is an incredible mini cruise ship, accommodating up to 36 guests across 18 cabins, designed to look like a classic ocean liner right down to a fake chimney hiding a bar. The sundeck doubles as an open-air cinema (yes, you can watch the movie Casablanca), and there's a masseuse onboard for both indoor and outdoor treatments. Hydraulic stern stairs drop right to the water for easy toy launches.
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Specifications
- Length overall
- 174.9ft / 53.3
- Beam
- 2.68m
- Draft
- 1.26m
- Builder
- Custom
- Year built
- 2017
- Refit
- 2027
- Type
- Motor Yacht
- Cruising speed
- 10 knots
- Top speed
- 13 knots
- Fuel
- Cruising 120 Litres/Hr / Max 120 Litres/Hr / Eco 120 Litres/Hr (Litres/Hr)
- Consumption
- 120 Litres/Hr
- Guests
- 22
- Cabins
- 11
Charter Price
From €74,000 to €140,000 per week, plus 30% APA.
Plus Expenses arrangement — boat and crew only, without tip.
All prices generated as a guide. Availability subject to confirmation. Gratuity is at the charterer’s discretion. APA rate as published in the yacht’s rate sheet.
Variable expenses — fuel, food, marina fees — are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), an additional deposit added to the charter price. The remainder is returned after charter.
- Total guests
- 22
- Total cabins
- 11
- King cabins
- 4
- Queen cabins
- 3
- Double cabins
- 4
- Twin cabins
- 5
- Single cabins
- 12
- A/C
- Yes
11 staterooms for 22 guests.
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin 01 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm); includes 1 extra berth | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 02 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm); includes 1 extra berth | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 03 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (separable) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 04 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (separable) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 05 | Twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (or can convert to double 180 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 06 | Twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (or can convert to double 180 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 07 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) (or can split into twins 2 x 90 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 08 | Twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (or can convert to double 180 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 09 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) (or can split into twins 2 x 90 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 10 | Twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (or can convert to double 180 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 11 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) (or can split into twins 2 x 90 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 12 | Twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (or can convert to double 180 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 13 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (separable) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 14 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (separable) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 15 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (separable) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 16 | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) (or can split into twins 2 x 90 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 17 (Master Cabin) | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) (or can split into twins 2 x 90 x 200 cm) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
| Cabin 18 (Master Cabin) | Double bed (180 x 200 cm) or twin beds (2 x 90 x 200 cm) (separable) | Private en-suite bathroom with shower cabin | Full |
- Nationality
- Croatian
Runs the yacht with safety as the priority, backed by nine years as a maritime professional. As Captain/Master Engineer, he manages both navigation and onboard operations to keep the trip controlled.
- Croatian nationality
- Captain/Master Engineer
- 9 years professional experience
- Bachelor's degree in Marine Sciences
Supports safe deck operations and watches with a calm approach during busy days. Brings long-running sea experience and formal nautical training to keep procedures on pace.
- Croatian nationality
- Languages: English, Croatian
- Bachelor's degree in Nautical Studies (Maritime Faculty in Split)
- Master up to 500 GT license
Manages deck operations that matter to guests - tender driving, mooring, and anchoring - so water time starts on schedule. Keeps standards consistent across line handling and deck maintenance.
- Croatian nationality
- Role: Bosun/Second Officer
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- STCW certification and Seaman's Book
Delivers consistent meal timing for large groups, built on 10+ years working as a professional chef. Draws on experience across multiple restaurant kitchens and cuisine styles.
- Croatian nationality
- 10+ years professional chef experience
- Secondary School qualification in Culinary Arts
Supports the galley with restaurant experience gained internationally, helping keep service moving for full charters. Trained as a Culinary Technician and studies Hospitality Management.
- Croatian nationality
- Role: Sous Chef
- Secondary school qualification: Culinary Technician
- Entrepreneurship Certificate
Keeps interior routines organized for large guest numbers, backed by five years onboard Casablanca. Adds a practical safety and vessel-ops base with D2 Basic Safety and D4 Helmsman certifications.
- Croatian nationality
- 5 years with Casablanca
- D2 Basic Safety certification
- D4 Helmsman certification
Supports day-to-day service in guest-facing spaces, built on 3+ years in hospitality roles. Helps keep service steady during busy periods by working efficiently under pressure.
- Croatian nationality
- 3+ years hospitality experience
- Studies Forensic Sciences
Helps keep bar and service areas moving smoothly using experience as a waiter and nightclub manager. Supports organized service during fast-paced charter routines.
- Croatian nationality
- Hospitality background: waiter and nightclub manager
- Studies Law
Keeps cabins and guest areas in order using hotel housekeeping experience across the Balkans and abroad. Communicates confidently in international environments.
- Croatian nationality
- Tourism Technician qualification
- Money Exchange Certificate
- Speaks six languages
Runs onboard treatments that support recovery after water sports and long days ashore. Brings a healthcare background as a qualified nurse and childcare educator, plus certified massage therapy training.
- Croatian nationality
- Qualified nurse
- Certified massage therapist
- Massage techniques include Relax, Therapeutic, Anti-Stress, and Lymphatic Drainage
Supports safe daily deck routines based on experience on tanker vessels in long international navigation. Assists officers during navigational operations and day-to-day onboard duties.
- Croatian nationality
- Experience on tanker vessels in long international navigation
- D2 maritime certification
- D47A and D48 maritime certifications
- Internet
- Yes
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Jet Ski | Jet Ski (Seadoo Spark) for riding on the water. |
| Waverunner | Waverunner for riding on the water. |
| Seabob | 2 Seabobs for underwater propulsion. |
| Water slide | Water slide for sliding into the sea. |
| Towables | Towables for being towed behind the tender. |
| Donut - towable | 2 donuts for being towed behind the tender. |
| Paddleboards | 6 paddleboards. |
| Wakeboard | Wakeboard for riding behind the tender. |
| Waterski (adult) | Adult waterskis for skiing behind the tender. |
| Waterski (children) | Children’s waterskis for skiing behind the tender. |
| Snorkeling gear | Snorkelling gear for guests. |
| Fishing gear | Fishing equipment for guests. |
| Inflatable platform | Inflatable platform for water access and lounging. |
| Jet ski dock | Inflatable jet-ski dock for docking a jet ski. |
Captain's Interview: Casablanca Yacht Charter in Croatia
The captain of Casablanca discusses the yacht's specifications, its suitability for large groups, and the unique advantages of cruising the Croatian coast.
The best point of these ships, it's not how fast the ship goes, it's actually the voyage in between. This is very important in Croatia because we have our beautiful islands and the port-to-port…
Captain 2:15
We have a beautiful areas divided for the whole group. So there's no possibility of having some spaces more occupied than the others.
Captain 1:56
My favorite area out there's a many islands that it's very hard for me to choose and I love to come for each one of them.
Captain 3:42
Transcript — Captain's Interview: Casablanca Yacht Charter in Croatia
Welcome to the ship Casablanca. So this is 36 guest, 18 cabins.
Well, it's a 500 tons steel boat, superstructure and the hull, everything is steel. So, so for such a big boat, I think the silhouette of the ship brings this speed to a best, best possible way. Our maximum speed is 13 knots on 1,800 RPMs.
It's a quite big boat. So length overall is 60 meters. We have two engines, scanning as 550 horsepower. We have three generators, two Kohler Marines 55 kilowatts with one Cummins on 27 kW. All addition, we have two tenders, Wrist Marines 650s with 130 horsepower Yamaha engines that can take up to 12 guests at the same time. Boat goes in 1,300 RPMs. It goes all the way to the 10 and a half knots while the fuel consumption goes up to 35 liters per engine.
We are currently on the sun deck which crosses over 250 square meters and this is enjoyable space for our whole group of 36. We have beautiful areas divided for the whole group. So there's no possibility of having some spaces more occupied than the others.
The best point of these ships, it's not how fast the ship goes, it's actually the voyage in between. This is very important in Croatia because we have our beautiful islands and the port-to-port distances are quite small and you do not have a lot of time of navigation necessary to come from one port to another port or from one beautiful bay to another beautiful bay. This is our the biggest advantage of our ships, of our Dalmatian coast, Adriatic Sea, and we are very proud of it, of course.
36 people. Usually what we have are more families that are very good friends all together. And we have as well larger groups. So larger families from grandparents to the kids and the grandchildren. And there's a from 20 to 36, a lot of big families are there in the world who would like to enjoy our beautiful ship.
My favorite area out there's a many islands that it's very hard for me to choose and I love to come for each one of them. It's more the people from each island and the culture from each island because every island has its different culture, different kind of accents, different dialects. It's very, very appealing for the guest and for myself to each time to come there. But if I have to pick one, that has to be Dubrovnik, one of the most beautiful our cities in Adriatic coast and the most famous ones to visit.
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We usually like to tell all our clients to book it more in advance, at least a year, because the bookings they go off really, really fast. If you want to be certain, of course, at least year in advance, but of course, even 2 years we have up for it, of course.
Broker: We are in Croatia. We've been on the boats. We've seen them. We've met the crew. So, inquire with us and we'll help you out.
Onboard Entertainment
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