South Africa

Worldwide Yacht Charter by Month

10 fabulous destinations for an unforgettable worldwide luxury yacht charter vacation in 2015; from the chic Mediterranean right through to the vibrant life of Rio de Janeiro.

Launch of third Southern Wind 94 sailing yacht LADY G

February 18, 2015, in Cape Town, South Africa, saw Southern Wind launch the third SW94 super yacht LADY G, superbly penned by Reichel Pugh and Nauta Design. She will make her world premiere at the 2015 Monaco Yacht Show in September.

Southern Wind 94 sailing yacht LADY G (hull # 3) launched

The brand new Southern Wind 94 sailing yacht LADY G (hull # 3) was launched by Southern Wind in Cape Town earlier this week. This lovely racer cruiser boasts naval architecture by Reichel/Pugh Yacht Design.

Fresnel Hydrofoil Trimaran – A futuristic solar-powered yacht designed by architect Margot Krasojevic

Architect Margot Krasojevic has unveiled the Fresnel Hydrofoil Trimaran. This is a ground-breaking solar-powered yacht that can convert from a racing trimaran to a single-hulled cruising boat.

Re-launch of 67m motor yacht DANAH EXPLORER by YachtProjects International

YachtProjects International has recently re-launched the 67m superyacht Danah Explorer, following her extensive refit. This was carried out by by Southern African Shipyards and lasted four months.

New sailing yacht SW 94#03 at final building stage at Southern Wind Shipyard

South African builder, Southern Wind Shipyard, is currently working on the all-new 29-metre super yacht SW 94#03, beautifully designed by Nauta. Her naval architecture is by Reichel Pugh Yacht Design.

New sailing yacht SW 102#04 under construction at Southern Wind Shipyard

The all-new 32m super yacht SW 102#04 is presently under construction at Southern Wind Shipyard in Cape Town, South Africa. Scheduled for launch in early Summer 2015, the vessel has been superbly penned by Nauta Design.

Launch of Southern Wind SW102#03 sailing yacht ‘FARFALLA’

The third SW102 superyacht FARFALLA was successfully launched by Southern Wind on May 5, 2014. Designed by Nauta Yacht Design, she will leave Cape Town at the end of June and will be available for luxury yacht charter from Summer 2014.

Southern Wind 94 Yacht KIBOKO nominated for ADI Compasso D’Oro Design Award

Designed by Nauta Design and Reichel Pugh Yacht Design, the Southern Wind 94 superyacht Kiboko has been shortlisted for the ADI Compasso D’ Oro Award in the ‘Design for Environments’ category.

SW82#02 sailing yacht GRANDE ORAZIO launched by Southern Wind Shipyard

The second SW82 superyacht GRANDE ORAZIO successfully hit the water at Southern Wind Shipyard in Cape Town on Sunday, January 19, 2014. She is a sistership to Feelin’ Good yacht, launched just six months ago.

Christmas and New Year celebrated by Oyster World Rally fleet in Cape Town

The Oyster World Rally fleet celebrated Christmas and New Year in the magical city of Cape Town in South Africa. This year, the fleet will enter the Atlantic Ocean for the first time since the rally kicked off in Antigua almost exactly one year ago.

Southern Wind Shipyard’s farewell to Nelson Mandela

The well known South African luxury yacht manufacturer, Southern Wind Shipyard, expressed their deep gratitude for the legacy left by former president, Nelson Mandela. He passed away on December 5, 2013.