DE LISLE III

42m Gulf Craft

Gulf Craft 42m - 2008 (2024)

Guest: 11

Cabins: 5

Crew: 7

From: AUD p/week + Expenses

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42m Gulf Craft Motor Yacht for Charter - DE LISLE III

Name: DE LISLE III
Brand: Gulf Craft

DE LISLE III is a 42m Gulf Craft expedition yacht offering luxury adventure charters for up to 11 guests, based on Australia’s East Coast and cruising the Great Barrier Reef and South Pacific.

Highlights

Key Features

Major refit in 2024
Highly expereinced crew with local knowledge
10m Silvercraft Chase tender
Versitle layout accomodating 11 guests in 5 cabins

About

DE LISLE III

DE LISLE III is a world-class expedition yacht designed for guests seeking comfort, adventure, and immersive exploration in some of the most remote and breathtaking cruising grounds on the planet. Measuring 42 metres (137 feet) and spread across four expansive decks, she delivers exceptional space, stability, and relaxed indoor-outdoor living, making her an outstanding platform for extended luxury charters.

Originally built for serious exploration, DE LISLE III was extensively refitted in 2022 and again in 2024 and is in excellent condition, with upgraded technology, refined finishes, and thoughtfully designed social spaces. Her layout has been carefully conceived to support both leisurely cruising and active discovery, blending elegance with true expedition capability.

Accommodation is provided for up to 11 guests in 5 opulent staterooms, comprising a master suite, a VIP cabin, 2 double cabins (one with an additional Pullman berth), and 1 twin cabin. Each cabin offers generous proportions and a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring comfort and privacy throughout longer itineraries.

The exterior decks are a highlight of DE LISLE III. The main deck aft features a spacious dining and lounge area ideal for alfresco meals, while the transom lowers to create a generous teak swim platform for easy water access. The upper deck hosts a central wet bar with bar stools, shaded dining space, and comfortable seating, perfect for sunset cocktails. The top deck provides panoramic views while underway and features an outdoor jacuzzi spa and additional lounging areas, creating a spectacular setting for relaxation in remote anchorages.

On board, the guest experience is further elevated by the culinary talents of Chef Nigel Syme, whose creative and adaptable cuisine has become a defining element of charters aboard DE LISLE III. His ability to cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences ensures that dining is a highlight of every journey.

With her expedition pedigree, luxurious comfort, and highly experienced crew, DE LISLE III offers an extraordinary yacht charter experience for guests seeking to explore far beyond traditional yachting destinations.

If you have any questions—whether it’s about destinations, activities, yacht features or anything else—don’t hesitate to ask. We're here to ensure this is the most unforgettable experience you've ever had.

Operating Areas

Winter - Summer

Based on Australia’s East Coast in Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays, DE LISLE III is perfectly positioned to explore the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and the surrounding islands. Her expedition capability allows her to venture further afield into the South Pacific, including destinations such as Fiji, Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea. These regions offer pristine reefs, remote anchorages, rich marine life and vibrant local cultures, making DE LISLE III an exceptional choice for guests seeking authentic exploration combined with refined luxury.

Australia - East Coast & Great Barrier Reef

DE LISLE III is based in Airlie Beach on the East Coast of Australia, gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. She welcomes all inquiries from the Whitsundays to North Queensland (Cairns) and the Southern Great Barrier Reef (Lady Musgrave, Heron Island). Explorations into the South Pacific (PNG, Vanuatu, Fiji) upon request.

2026 Program:
January – February The Whitsundays
March: Papua New Guinea
April – Vanuatu
May- October- Fiji
November – December – Whitsundays

Relocation fees can be flexible and on application.
Short charters are accepted on a case-by-case basis (3-night minimum).
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WINTER in Australia = May to September = best time for yachts to cruise QLD Northeast Coast & The Great Barrier Reef, Northwest Coast & The Kimberley & South Pacific Islands.

SUMMER in Australia = October to April = best time for yachts to cruise the Whitsundays, the Southern Great Barrier Reef, Southern QLD, Sydney, and Tasmania.

Charter Rates

Winter - Summer

Summer Base Port: Australia East Coast: Airlie Beach, The Whitsundays
Summer Low Season: AUD p/week + expenses
Summer High Season: AUD p/week + expenses

Winter Base Port: Australia East Coast: Airlie Beach, The Whitsundays
Winter Low Season: AUD p/week + expenses
Winter High Season: AUD p/week + expenses

From AUD $165,000 per week. MYBA Terms.
Short Charters: 3 nights minimum. Please divide the weekly rate by 6 (from AUD $27,500 per night). APA: 30%.

Festive season/ high season rate from 18th December to 6th January annually.

Sydney Charter Fee note: Please be aware that yachts operating on Sydney Harbour for NYE will be priced on application.

Given the significant demand for the destination during NYE, a special rate will apply.

Please note that Hamilton Island Marina has commercial fees for all yachts entering the marina for commercial charters. These are charges outside the normal dockage fees.

Taxes:
>> Australia: 10% Australian GST
>>PNG: 10%
>> Fiji: 5%
>> Vanuatu: 15%

Local experts may be recommended to enhance the Charterer’s experience and local immersion.
A Dive guide is mandatory for all diving charters and may need to be accommodated in a Guest cabin.
Note – any charters in Papua New Guinea will require a local guide at the Charterers’ expense.

*Rates exclude VAT (where applicable) and APA.
The Advanced Provisioning Allowance (APA) covers fuel, port and marina fees, food, beverages, and any other operational expenses incurred during the charter. VAT varies by embarkation country and cruising area.

Specifications

Equipment & Amenities

DIMENSION

LENGTH	42m
BEAM	7.54m
DRAFT	2.3m
GROSS TONNAGE	352 GT

ACCOMMODATION

GUESTS	11
CABINS	5
CABIN CONFIGURATION
CREW	7

CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN

BUILT	2008
REFIT	2024
NAVAL ARCHITECT	Frank Mulder

HULL CONF.	Displacement
HULL MATERIAL	GRP
SUPERSTRUCTUR MATERIAL	Tri-deck +

ENGINES

ENGINES	Engines: 2 x MTU 16V 2,000 M91 (2,000 hp each)Generators: 2 x Northern Lights (65 kW)

MAX SPEED	17 Knots
CRUISING SPEED	11 Knots

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Toys & Tenders

Fun Onboard

Activate your adventure with water sports and wellness activities.
DE LISLE III’s crew are specialised in adventure, water sports and knowledge of their surroundings, allowing guests to get the optimum experience out of their destinations.

The use of Jet Ski’s in Australian waters requires a local PWC licence or an international equivalent licence.
Please advise charter guests of the requirements.
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• TENDERS
1 x 10.5m/36 Foot Silvercraft 36CC Cuddy Cabin (2022), powered by dual 300Hp Suzuki outboards (https://youtu.be/O5zy1sQr-4Q)
1 x Brand new 6.1m brig Tender with a Honda 150 hp (November 2025)
>> Perfectly setup for diving!
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• WATERSPORTS

2 x 2024 model Seadoo GTI jet skis (for riders over 21 years of age)
2 x iAcqua underwater scooters (seabobs) (2021)
2 x Sea kayaks
2 x Standup paddleboards (rigid) and 2 x inflatable
1 x Wakeboard and 1 x Wake skate
Waterskis: 2 x for adults and 2 x for kids, + 1 x adult single ski
1 x 4-person tow tube
Various towable toys (all towing fun is done with the inflatable tender)
Dive compressor
Dive equipment (12 sets: BCDs, regulators, tanks, weights, etc.) – Rendezvous diving only.
Snorkelling equipment
Fishing & Deep-Sea Fishing equipment
6m x 4.5m Inflatable jetski dock and great sun lounging area.

For those looking for a little more adventure or to maximise the experience aboard the DE LISLE III extra activities are available on request:
Diving, Surfing and Kite Boarding Instructors
On Shore Tours and Experiences
Yoga, Massage and Spa Treatments
Guided Barramundi Fishing
Marlin Fishing
Spearfishing equipment

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Note: Dive Instructors are hired for all diving charters, to ensure the high standard of service on board. Crew are not certified to take guests diving but are passionate divers themselves!
Depending on the charter party, third-party contractors such as dive / local guides, would need to sleep ashore, in a guest cabin, or onboard a separately chartered chaseboat.
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Crew quarters do NOT have spare berths.

Water toys and tenders can often be customised or supplemented upon request. Should water activities be a key part of your charter experience, our brokers will be happy to suggest alternative yachts offering a more extensive or specialised toy selection.

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