39m Mangusta WHITE STAR Opens 2026 Bahamas Charter Season

A 2026 Mangusta joins the winter charter scene

The 39.2-metre Mangusta Oceano 39 WHITE STAR is being presented for her first charter season, with the Bahamas named as her winter 2026 cruising area. The yacht was built in 2026 and is advertised by Camper & Nicholsons from US$195,000 per week, with accommodation for up to 12 guests in five cabins. This is a named, delivered motor yacht and not an unbuilt model proposed for future sale. Her introduction adds another recently completed vessel to the pool of options for private Caribbean-region holidays.

A weekly starting rate is only the first component of a tailored charter proposal. Guests should ask about the nominated cruising dates, local cruising taxes, fuel, provisioning and gratuities, all of which can materially alter the final cost of a voyage. The stated guest capacity must also match the yacht's operational certification and the intended cruising region. WHITE STAR's specification is especially interesting because a large proportion of her appeal lies outside her enclosed guest cabins, in spaces that allow a party to shift between the foredeck, upper deck and waterline.

Three levels of outdoor activity

A glass-fronted plunge pool with a lounging shelf occupies the forward deck. Such an amenity changes the foredeck from a simple area of transit or sunbathing into a more deliberate destination, particularly while the yacht is at anchor. Guests can enjoy the view forward with a measure of separation from activity around the stern. An architecturally striking pool still requires careful use and crew supervision, especially when conditions change or the yacht is preparing to move.

The sundeck carries a six-person Jacuzzi and wraparound seating, providing a second water feature with a different social character. Camper & Nicholsons describes the bridge deck as prepared for music-led entertaining, suggesting a configuration that can support informal daytime gatherings as well as evening occasions. It is sensible to confirm the permitted use of amplified music with the captain and charter manager, since ports and protected anchorages may impose restrictions. An inviting deck arrangement does not remove the need for thoughtful itinerary planning.

At sea level, a different kind of lounge

The beach club is fitted with teak, sofas, a bar and an 85-inch screen, creating a sheltered space close to the water. The appeal of a beach club on a 39-metre vessel is the ability to alternate between swimming and dry comfort without retreating to a formal saloon. That flexibility is particularly valuable for a mixed-age group, where some guests may prefer water sports while others settle nearby with a drink or book. Good circulation between the platform, interior and crew work areas remains essential.

One practical feature singled out in the official charter presentation is a 38-foot Skipper tender. A fast tender can make a great difference in shallow-water cruising areas, giving guests access to beaches and sandbars that the mothership cannot approach safely. Tender use is always governed by weather, sea conditions, local rules and the captain's judgement. For a Bahamas itinerary, the combination of a well-equipped yacht and a capable tender may be more important than maximum speed or other specifications that are less frequently used during a relaxed week.

Planning a responsible Bahamas itinerary

The Bahamas are not a single cruising ground but a network of island groups, shallow banks and varied approaches. A charter programme works best when the captain and local operations team design a realistic sequence of stops around the agreed ports and prevailing weather. Some attractive anchorages may be unsuitable for a yacht of this draft, or may require the tender to bring guests ashore. Marine park rules and anchoring restrictions also need to shape the itinerary rather than be treated as afterthoughts.

WHITE STAR's advertised debut brings together recent construction, a five-cabin guest plan and a remarkably varied set of outdoor leisure areas. Her suitability for a particular party will depend on cabin arrangements, the guest mix and how the group intends to spend its days. Prospective charterers should request current imagery, a complete tender and toy inventory, verified winter dates and the charter agreement before committing. The first season of a new yacht is exciting, but the quality of a holiday still comes from the match between the vessel, crew and itinerary.