October 7th 2009. By Kim Kavin.


Unusual Charter Option: Madagascar

A great chance to charter "off the beaten course" on a 194 foot motoryacht with an excellent reputation.

I just received word this morning from management firm Edmiston & Company that the 194-foot motoryacht Senses will be available for charter in Madagascar beginning this December, after which she will move to the Seychelles for the remainder of the winter season.

charter yacht Senses

Originally built in 1999, Senses underwent a refit in 2008 that left charter brokers positively bubbling. She is among a handful of “go-anywhere” expedition yachts that are available for crewed charter at all, combining an exploration-ready exterior with a luxurious interior. I’ll bet you’d never guess, looking at the profile shot, that the main saloon inside looks so elegant.

charter yacht Senses main saloon

I haven’t personally chartered in Madagascar, but several brokers I know have sent clients there, and all reported successful vacations with an “off the beaten course” vibe. The Seychelles, I can enthusiastically recommend based on a charter that I did there in 2006. Truly some of the most memorable beaches in the world.

Senses takes 12 guests with 13 crew. Her lowest weekly base rate is $260,000. For more info, contact Edmiston & Company.

Kim Kavin is an award-winning writer, editor and photographer who specializes in marine travel. She is the author of six books including Dream Cruises: The Insider’s Guide to Private Yacht Vacations, and is editor of the online yacht vacation magazine www.CharterWave.com.

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