One of Australia’s newest and most prestigious charter yachts is presented exclusively to the market for sale by international yacht brokers, Leigh-Smith Yachts. Representing a compelling business package, luxury charter yacht, AURA – a customised 2023 Horizon FD90 – is now for sale as a going concern. LSY Director, Ryan Leigh-Smith, originally sold the vessel in 2023 and worked closely with the owner on the upgrades and custom features.
AURA currently operates in the Whitsundays as a premium luxury charter offering. She has delivered solid charter returns since year one with forward bookings ahead during 2025.
Designed by esteemed Dutch firm, Cor D. Rover, AURA is hull #25 of the FD90, designed for the Australian charter market to 2C AMSA certification. Inspired by the rugged profiles and on board space of automotive SUVs, the FD Series is characterised by a broad beam (23ft) and a High-Performance Piercing Bow which together, create unrivalled space, comfort and stability.
For owners wishing to run AURA as a charter operation, the Horizon FD90 falls under the 24-metre ruling, which means fewer crew and overheads. AURA features an expansive flybridge deck, pilothouse with helm, table and seating, and glass doors leading to the outdoor deck with bar, lounge, dining, barbecue and jacuzzi. There’s a large aft deck with lounge area and bar, plus the additional social space on the foredeck with seating, tables and sunpads.
The saloon and dining areas are bathed in natural light from large windows, and the professional chef’s galley is equipped with the latest Miele appliances.
Accommodation for up to 10 guests consists of five cabins: an opulent full-beam master stateroom with ensuite on the main deck, and below deck, a forward VIP, plus three double rooms, each with its own private ensuite. The spacious beach club comprises stowage space for watertoys, seating and swim platform for launching the vessel’s watertoys and tender. There are also two cabins for up to four crew, a galley/mess and large bathroom.
AURA is for sale with all charter IP and inventory included in the sale, equalling a legitimate turnkey commercial platform. Investment in this superb commercial superyacht assures owners of significant savings on the replacement cost and avoids lengthy construction times in the climate of a strong US Dollar.
AURA’S professional crew and charter contracts are in place for a new owner to take her over immediately as a going concern. Leigh-Smith.com
Published in print April-July 2025
