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WABASH Yacht Charter Guide
WABASH is a 40.2m Benetti Classic Supreme 132 motor yacht for up to 12 guests, with exterior design by Stefano Righini and interiors by Zuretti Interior Design. She is best for guests who want a modern tri-deck charter yacht with strong outdoor living, serious fishing capability, and a toy-heavy, activity-led itinerary rather than a passive floating-hotel experience.
Definition
WABASH is a Benetti Classic Supreme 132 built in 2018 and actively marketed for charter with a recent refit. Her core commercial angle is clear: she combines the proven comfort and volume of a 40m displacement Benetti with a much stronger sportfishing and active-watersports setup than most yachts in her size band. Compared with more static luxury yachts, WABASH is better for guests who want to use the yacht, not just stay on it.
Why Charter WABASH
- Benetti Classic Supreme 132 platform gives WABASH proven volume, stability, and charter usability in the 40m segment.
- Stefano Righini exterior design and Zuretti interiors add recognisable pedigree instead of generic charter-yacht styling.
- The 11.3m Valhalla tender changes the commercial positioning: WABASH is far stronger for serious fishing and active-water itineraries than most comparable tri-deck motor yachts.
- Her toy inventory is unusually strong for this size range, including WaveRunners, Seabobs, e-foils, JetSurf, paddleboards, waterslide, snorkelling gear, fishing gear, spearfishing gear, and dive support.
- The full-beam main-deck master with dressing room, private study, steam shower, and sauna strengthens the owner-grade feel of the main accommodation.
- WABASH is the better fit for guests who want a real activity program with full-service luxury around it, not just a comfortable yacht with a few toys on the side.
Onboard Experience
Outdoor Living
WABASH is built for open-air use. Four decks, a forward Jacuzzi deck, and multiple alfresco zones make her well suited to warm-weather itineraries where guests spend long days outside rather than retreating indoors.
Fishing and Toy Program
The biggest differentiator is not just volume. It is capability. The Valhalla tender, fishing gear, spearfishing setup, and wide toy list make WABASH a much stronger active-charter platform than a typical 40m family yacht.
Guest Accommodation
The 6-cabin layout for 12 guests supports families and mixed-group charters. The main-deck master is a particular strength because it adds privacy, space, and more owner-style comfort than a standard guest arrangement.
Charter Rhythm
WABASH is best when the itinerary includes movement, water access, fishing days, and tender use. She can still deliver classic luxury-yacht comfort, but the real value comes when guests want the week to feel active and experience-led.
Best Fit and Trade-Offs
- Best for: active families, fishing-focused groups, water-sports-heavy charters, and guests who want a modern tri-deck yacht with a real outdoor program.
- Not ideal for: guests whose only priority is ultra-formal, low-activity cruising or classic heritage atmosphere.
- Trade-offs: WABASH gives you more fishing and toy capability than many comparable yachts, but her strongest sales angle is practical use and activity, not museum-grade heritage or ultra-minimalist contemporary design.
How to Charter WABASH
- Check availability for your preferred season, with Bahamas winter and South of France / Italy summer patterns as the clearest current fit.
- Confirm guest numbers, cabin allocation, and whether the charter brief is family-led, fishing-led, or built around watersports.
- Review the full budget, including APA, fuel, tender-heavy days, fishing logistics, and route-specific operating costs.
- Finalize the itinerary, activity plan, and onboard preferences before confirming the booking.
Destination Fit
WABASH has a strong dual-season profile. Current charter listings place her in the Bahamas during winter and in the South of France and Italy during summer. That fits the yacht’s product well: warm-water cruising with strong tender use, fishing days, water toys, and open-air living. She is not a niche explorer yacht or a static marina yacht. She is strongest where guests can actively use what is on board.
Strong Destination Fit
- Bahamas for fishing, tender use, shallow-water exploration, and toy-led family days.
- South of France for modern luxury cruising with stronger outdoor-lifestyle value than a purely formal charter brief.
- Italy for multi-stop warm-water itineraries where guests want comfort on passage and activity at anchor.
Seasonal Positioning
- Winter: Bahamas charter positioning aligns well with the yacht’s active-water profile.
- Summer: South of France and Italy fit the outdoor living, dining, and toy use model.
- Commercial angle: WABASH is strongest when sold as an active-luxury charter yacht, not as a generic 40m motor yacht.
Similar Yachts and Comparisons
Compared with PANAKEIA, WABASH is less about accessibility and family practicality as the main story, and more about fishing, toys, and active use. PANAKEIA is the stronger fit for easy circulation and connected family comfort; WABASH is the stronger fit for guests who want their week built around doing more on the water.
Compared with SEAGULL II, WABASH is the more modern and activity-oriented product. SEAGULL II wins on heritage, atmosphere, and classic-yacht identity. WABASH wins on modern layout, toy inventory, and active-charter versatility.
| Yacht | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| WABASH | Modern Benetti tri-deck motor yacht | Fishing, toys, active-luxury charters |
| PANAKEIA | Family-friendly motor yacht | Easy circulation, connectivity, multi-generational groups |
| SEAGULL II | Classic heritage motor yacht | Historic atmosphere, slower elegant cruising, classic identity |
Data Clarity
WABASH is also listed as the former Perla and is shown under the Marshall Islands flag in directory data. Current market sources consistently support the Benetti / Righini / Zuretti identity, the 346 GT platform, the 3,400nm range, and the active dual-season Bahamas / SOF / Italy positioning.
FAQ
What type of yacht is WABASH?
WABASH is a 40m Benetti Classic Supreme 132 motor yacht with a tri-deck displacement layout. She is best understood as an active-luxury charter yacht rather than a purely formal or heritage-led yacht.
How many guests can WABASH accommodate?
Current charter-facing sources position WABASH for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. That makes her commercially strong for family and mixed-group charters that need full-capacity flexibility.
Who built WABASH?
WABASH was built by Benetti as part of the Classic Supreme 132 series. That matters because the yacht combines recognisable builder pedigree with a layout and scale that are already proven in charter use.
Who designed WABASH?
The exterior is attributed to Stefano Righini and the interiors to Zuretti Interior Design on major directory and market sources. That gives WABASH stronger design authority than a generic semi-custom sales profile.
What makes WABASH different?
The clearest differentiator is the combination of a 40m Benetti platform with a serious fishing tender and a toy-heavy watersports setup. Many yachts of similar size offer comfort; fewer offer this level of active use without sacrificing classic superyacht service.
Is WABASH good for fishing?
Yes. WABASH carries an 11.3m Valhalla fishing tender and is equipped with top-tier fishing gear, including spearfishing and lobster equipment in brochure material. That makes fishing one of her strongest sales angles.
Does WABASH have good water toys?
Yes. Her inventory includes WaveRunners, Seabobs, e-foils, JetSurf, paddleboards, waterslide, towables, snorkelling gear, and dive support. She is one of the stronger active-charter propositions in this size band.
Where is WABASH best used?
Current charter listings place WABASH in the Bahamas in winter and South of France / Italy in summer. Those cruising grounds fit her best because they reward open-air living, water access, and active tender use.
How far can WABASH cruise?
Directory data lists a range of approximately 3,400 nautical miles at 11 knots. That supports comfortable longer passages and adds practical flexibility to multi-stop itineraries.
Who is WABASH best for?
WABASH is best for active families, groups of friends, and guests who want a real activity plan built into the week. She is especially strong for charters where fishing, toys, and time on the water matter as much as the yacht itself.
Plan Your WABASH Charter
WABASH is best suited to clients looking for a modern Benetti with real outdoor-lifestyle strength: fishing, tender days, watersports, and full-service comfort on a proven 40m platform. Use the inquiry flow to confirm season, itinerary, and activity fit before the strongest weeks narrow.