Yacht Description
Jacuzzi, then water. GRAND ILLUSION is a Palmer Johnson motor yacht built in 1994 (refit listed as 2017) that sleeps 10 guests in 5 cabins, and she is set up for days that bounce between the sundeck Jacuzzi and straight into the sea via the extended swim platform.
Easy access, actually. Wheelchair-friendly access, extra-wide passageways, and an elevator connecting decks make moving around onboard simple for mixed-mobility groups. No fuss. Just works.
Beach setup included. A teak rear “beach” platform with umbrellas and a full beach set-up (tables, inflatable chairs, umbrellas) turns swim stops into proper shore-style lounging, and the yacht’s shallow draft helps her get closer to the shoreline than many 145-footers.
Toys and a big screen. When it is time to do more than float, you have Yamaha WaveRunners, paddleboards, wakeboard, water-skis, towables, snorkelling gear, fishing equipment, inflatables, and a floating pool with net and sea stairs for kids. For evenings, there is an outdoor movie screen and projector, plus a skylounge home-theatre setup with an 85-inch TV.
Specifications
- Length overall
- 143ft / 43.59
- Beam
- 2.36m
- Draft
- 8.03m
- Builder
- Palmer Johnson
- Year built
- 1994
- Refit
- 2017
- Type
- Motor Yacht
- Cruising speed
- 12 knots
- Top speed
- 13 knots
- Fuel
- Cruising 50 US Gall/Hr / Max 50 US Gall/Hr / Eco 50 US Gall/Hr (US Gall/Hr)
- Consumption
- 50 US Gall/Hr
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 5
Charter Price
From $115,000 to $125,000 per week, plus APA.
Plus Expenses arrangement — boat and crew only, without tip.
All prices generated as a guide. Availability subject to confirmation. Gratuity discretionary, typically 5%–25% of the base price.
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.
Summer Season
Winter Season
- Total guests
- 10
- Total cabins
- 5
- King cabins
- 3
- Queen cabins
- 1
- Double cabins
- 4
- Twin cabins
- 1
- A/C
- Yes
5 staterooms for 10 guests.
Cabin configuration: 4 Double, 1 Twin Beds: 3 King, 1 Queen, 2 Single
- Nationality
- USA
USCG Licensed Master 3000 GT with 50+ years in yachting, focused on safe, controlled cruising. Brings hands-on expertise in diving, fishing, watersports, and out-island excursions to keep days active and well-managed.
- USA nationality
- USCG Licensed Master 3000 GT
- 50+ years in the yachting industry
- Experience in diving, fishing, watersports, and out-island excursions
Keeps engineering systems running steadily for quiet, uninterrupted time on board. Built a planned maintenance system (YachtWorx) used internationally to support preventative maintenance.
- South African nationality
- In yachting since 2010
- Multiple transatlantic crossings
- Developer of YachtWorx planned maintenance system
Runs navigation, deck operations, and safety management to keep the day organized and on schedule. Manages watersports equipment so guest activities stay safe and easy to join.
- South African nationality
- Background across private and charter yachts
- Experience includes navigation, deck operations, safety management, and crew coordination
- Highly experienced in watersports operations
Leads deck operations, tender driving, and exterior maintenance to keep the yacht ready for guest use. Supports watersports setup and safe water access throughout the trip.
- South African nationality
- Background in superyacht deck operations
- Tender driving experience
- Watersports support experience
Runs watersports instruction so guests can get on the water with clear guidance and safety checks. Supports day-to-day deck upkeep to keep equipment and spaces ready.
- South African nationality
- Specializes in watersports instructing
- Focused on vessel maintenance and upkeep
Leads interior service, beverage service, and overall organization so the yacht stays orderly during busy charter days. Coordinates interior routines to keep cabins and guest areas consistently ready.
- Mexican nationality
- Chief Stewardess
- Manages interior service and beverage service
Supports housekeeping, laundry, and service so guest spaces stay clean and reset quickly between activities. Handles cocktail preparation and wine service for consistent bar and table pacing.
- Colombian nationality
- Second Stewardess
- Experience on private and charter yachts
- Service includes cocktail preparation and wine service
Focuses on laundry and housekeeping so cabins, linens, and towels stay ready throughout the week. Keeps interior areas organized behind the scenes to maintain comfort day and night.
- South African nationality
- Third Stewardess
- Specializes in laundry and housekeeping
- BBQ
- Yes
- Internet
- Yes
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Jet Skis | 2 Yamaha WaveRunners. |
| Seabobs | 2 Seabobs for underwater cruising. |
| Towable toys | Towable toys for being towed behind the tender. |
| Tube - towable | Tubing towable ride. |
| Inflatable jet ski dock | Inflatable jet ski dock for jet ski staging. |
| Inflatable sea pool | Inflatable sea pool with a net and sea stairs for children. |
| Inflatable water toys | Inflatable water toys for on-water play. |
| Floating mats | 2 floating mats. |
| Pool noodles | Pool noodles for floating and play. |
| Paddleboards | 2 paddleboards. |
| Wakeboard | 2 wakeboards. |
| Water skis | 2 adult water skis and 2 kids water skis. |
| Kneeboard | 2 kneeboards. |
| Surfboard | Surfboard for surfing. |
| Snorkeling gear | 10 sets of snorkel gear. |
| Fishing gear | Fishing equipment for guests. |
| Deep sea fishing gear | Deep sea fishing gear for offshore fishing. |
| Scuba dive equipment | Scuba dive equipment for diving. |
| Kayaks (2-person) | 2 two-person kayaks. |
Onboard Entertainment
Convertible Cinema, Outdoor Movie Screen and Projector, Plasma Screen TV, Surround Sound Speakers
Sustainability
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