Madiba is a well-loved classic ketch and offers the perfect setting for romantic sailing getaways, family adventures, or a group of friends looking for a team building experience. Her classic lines give you a feel of her history. She has a spacious interior and comfortable deck and cockpit layout offering a fantastic space for tropical sailing and outdoor living.
Designed by Philip L Rhodes, whose yacht Weatherly successfully defended the 1962 Americas Cup, Madiba was launched in 1962 at the now world famous Abeking and Rasmussen shipyard in northern Germany.
Built using the toughest German steel, with Canadian spruce wooden masts, teak decks and mahogany interiors, Madiba's 57 ft. (17.5m) offers sleeping accommodation for up to 5 guests in 2 double guest cabins and 1 single guest cabin, with en-suites.
Given her pedigree and grace, Madiba is wonderful example of the classic ketch of yesteryear. She comes from the era of elegance and luxury, of writing desks and cigars, of Hemingway and Fitzgerald.
The generous aft and fore decks beckons one along for sunset cocktails and star lit dinners, while the main cockpit provides a cool setting for relaxed breakfasts and lunches. Sun-bathing on the foreword, main cabin top and aft decks. Generous awnings keep the heat factor low during the day, allowing gentle breezes to flow through.
HOW MADIBA WORKS:
- We will plan a voyage based on your schedule and your wishes - taking into account the seasonal weather.
- Life aboard is as relaxed or as action-packed as you wish it to be - you'll enjoy a mix of sailing, island-hopping, swimming, sun-bathing, fishing, snorkeling, reading, socializing and dining, to name a few.
- Charter fees include meals and some beverages - wine, beer and cocktails are available aboard at cost, or bring your own along!
