Upgraded AKIKO Returns to The Kimberley for Charter

The beautiful custom explorer yacht, AKIKO (opens in a new tab), is set to return to The Kimberley (opens in a new tab) in April 2024 to offer the opportunity for adventure-filled charters in Australia (opens in a new tab)’s ruggedly enchanting natural wilderness. Benefitting from a recent refurbishment and upgrade, AKIKO (opens in a new tab) offers an incredible platform for yacht charters with a fine balance between exploration and luxury.

AKIKO in The Kimberley: A Perfect Match

AKIKO (opens in a new tab) has long been one of the superyachts most synonymous with experiences in The Kimberley (opens in a new tab) region. This is a unique area of the world that can only truly be accessed by yacht or aviation. Through AKIKO (opens in a new tab), charter guests can open up a range of awe-inspiring experiences that simply are not available anywhere else – and these can be enjoyed in the upmost comfort and luxury of an award-winning superyacht.

AKIKO (opens in a new tab) is designed for exploration, adventure and long-range cruising. For charters in The Kimberley (opens in a new tab), AKIKO (opens in a new tab) boasts exceptional expedition capabilities to navigate the thrilling waterways and reefs, with an experienced crew on hand to pass on expert destination knowledge to charter guests.

The Kimberley (opens in a new tab) is a haven for adventurous activities that can be incorporated into a yacht charter itinerary. Among the most popular activities here is fishing. The huge tidal range of up to 11 metres creates fantastic creek and river fishing for Barramundi. AKIKO (opens in a new tab) is well-equipped to accommodate sportsfishing enthusiasts, or those who simply want to indulge in the yacht’s luxurious amenities and soak up the pristine surrounding natural environment.

AKIKO: Rejuvenated and Ready

AKIKO (opens in a new tab) has been recently relaunched onto the Australian yacht charter market (opens in a new tab) following a significant upgrade to her platform. The extensive refit included a hull extension to provide even more space for charter guests to enjoy, as well as a complete interior redesign.

AKIKO (opens in a new tab) can accommodate up to 12 liveaboard guests in five luxurious cabins. The principal charterer will benefit from a full-beam Owner’s Suite, stretching across the bridge deck to provide plenty of space for relaxation, while four other generous guest cabins complete the configuration.

For those looking for more on-water thrills to enhance their experience of The Kimberley (opens in a new tab), AKIKO (opens in a new tab) is packed with an array of exciting water toys and tenders. This arsenal provides everything needed to cruise the diverse waters in this region, including a 7.5m Smuggler RIB Tender, 2 x 5.5m Barra boats, and a 10m Naiad RIB.

View the 3D Walkthrough of AKIKO post-refit here: AKIKO Walkthrough (opens in a new tab)

Charter Program Beyond The Kimberley

Following her long-anticipated return to The Kimberley, AKIKO (opens in a new tab) will continue her exciting charter program as she explores Australia (opens in a new tab) and the South Pacific (opens in a new tab).

AKIKO (opens in a new tab) will reposition from The Kimberley (opens in a new tab) to Port Douglas (opens in a new tab) in July, where she will be available for charter experiences on Australia (opens in a new tab)’s East Coast, Great Barrier Reef (opens in a new tab), and further to Papua New Guinea (opens in a new tab).

AKIKO (opens in a new tab) is part of the Ocean Alliance Central Agency charter fleet, which also consists of AIX (opens in a new tab), AURA (opens in a new tab), BELUGA (opens in a new tab), DE LISLE III (opens in a new tab), IMPULSIVE (opens in a new tab), INTRIGUE (opens in a new tab), LANCE (opens in a new tab), GHOST II (opens in a new tab), POPS (opens in a new tab), and LITTLE PERLE (opens in a new tab). Ocean Alliance is a MYBA registered company with access to every charter yacht around the world. Standout charter yachts in the South Pacific include SURI (opens in a new tab), KERI LEE III (opens in a new tab), THE BEAST (opens in a new tab), BIG FISH (opens in a new tab), DARDANELLA (opens in a new tab), IMAGINE (opens in a new tab). Some standout yachts for charter elsewhere around the world include AQUIJO (opens in a new tab), LADY E (opens in a new tab), SHERAKHAN (opens in a new tab), INVICTUS (opens in a new tab), GALILEO (opens in a new tab), ACE (opens in a new tab), and TANGO (opens in a new tab).