Superyacht Rental GALILEO Relocates to Tahiti for Winter 2026/2027 Yacht Charters

The 182.9ft (55.7m) charter yacht is purpose-built for long-range exploration, offering charter guests the opportunity to explore the islands and remote cruising grounds of French Polynesia, with the possibility of extending her itinerary to New Zealand in February and March.

Built by Italian shipyard Picchiotti in 2011 and recently refitted in 2026, luxury yacht charter GALILEO has circumnavigated the globe twice and has a reported range of 9,000 nautical miles. Her combination of expedition capability, generous guest facilities, and an extensive collection of water toys makes her well suited to itineraries that venture beyond the more frequently visited anchorages.

Designed by Vitruvius, GALILEO has a steel hull, an aluminum superstructure, and an ice-class hull, supporting her long-range cruising credentials. Her full-displacement design prioritizes stability and comfort on extended passages in even the most remote charter destinations, while a cruising speed of 12 knots allows guests to cover distances between destinations at a measured pace.

Outdoor spaces onboard the expedition charter yacht include a beach club close to the water, a swim platform, and dedicated areas for relaxing between excursions.

A foredeck seating area and sunpads provide additional places to enjoy the scenery, whether the yacht is anchored near a remote island or cruising between the islands of French Polynesia.

The interior design of GALILEO is attributed to Perini Navi, with a classic style that reflects the yacht's expedition-focused character. One of her more unusual features is a vertebra from a humpback whale displayed in the main salon, creating a distinctive focal point within the interior.

Onboard facilities include a gym, Wi-Fi, satellite communications and air conditioning, giving guests practical comforts during longer voyages. Stabilizers both underway and at anchor are designed to improve comfort, while the beach club provides a convenient transition between time inside and activities on the water.

The yacht's accommodation and onboard facilities make her suitable for groups looking to spend extended periods exploring the South Pacific, with space to relax between days spent diving, surfing, fishing, or visiting remote anchorages.

For guests keen to spend as much time as possible on the water, GALILEO carries an extensive selection of equipment for watersports, diving, and exploration. Highlights include:

• 2 x Waverunners Yamaha VX Cruiser 1.9L High Output (2024)
• 2 x Seabobs
• 2 x Inflatable paddleboards
• 3 x Wakeboards
• 3 x Waterski sets (incl. kids beginner set)
• 1 x Wakesurf board
• 4 x Soft Top surfboards (6-8ft)
• Onboard surf instructor
• 4 x Hydro foiling setups - winging and surf and lots more!

This selection gives charter guests several ways to experience the South Pacific, from exploring reefs and marine life to seeking out surf breaks or spending an afternoon swimming away from the yacht.

Based in Tahiti for the winter season, GALILEO will be well placed to explore the Society Islands and venture farther into French Polynesia's more remote archipelagos. Guests can plan days around the lagoons and reef systems of the Tuamotus, known for drift diving through passes where ocean currents bring divers close to sharks and other marine life, or head toward the Marquesas for a more remote Tahitian charter itinerary shaped by dramatic volcanic landscapes and isolated anchorages.

Bookings are already filling up for the winter 2026/27 season; booking as early as possible gives you the best chance to secure your preferred dates and destinations. 

Start planning. Speak to a yacht charter broker today.